Mass & Density Metrology Scientist (Calibration)

Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR); Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Training and supervision

Job summary

National Measurement Institute (NMI) is hiring an early‑career scientist or engineer to develop specialist capability in mass and density measurement. You will receive structured training and work under experienced scientists and engineers on nationally significant calibration services.

You will contribute to precision measurement, laboratory operations and quality systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across the department.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in physics, engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation, automation, programming or data acquisition systems will be highly regarded.
• Early-career scientist or engineer with curiosity, practicality and motivation to build specialist expertise in mass and density metrology.
• Structured training, supervision and support will be provided as you develop capability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely, high‑quality calibrations of weights, balances and hydrometers, and measurements of density and surface tension.
• Plan and manage calibration workflows, liaise with clients and resolve routine issues to meet service agreements.
• Analyse measurement data, calculate uncertainty, and prepare technical records and calibration documentation.
• Monitor equipment status, arrange calibrations and maintenance, and keep lab records accurate.
• Apply ISO/IEC 17025 quality system and contribute to method documentation and improvements.
• Investigate issues, diagnose faults, and implement practical solutions within delegated authority.
• Contribute to design and validation of new standard facilities and automated calibration systems.

Skills

Technical judgement

Attention to detail

Curiosity and learning

Independent work

Team collaboration

Laboratory operations

Quality & safety

Education

Physics or Engineering degree

Tools

Python

VBA

LabVIEW

Job description

National Measurement Institute (NMI) is hiring an early‑career scientist or engineer to develop specialist capability in mass and density measurement. You will receive structured training and work under experienced scientists and engineers on nationally significant calibration services.

You will contribute to precision measurement, laboratory operations and quality systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across the department.