SEM Materials Specialist: Hybrid Work & Upskilling

The Australian National University; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 101,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work

Parental leave up to 32 weeks

On-campus parent rooms and childcare

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The Australian National University’s Centre for Advanced Microscopy seeks a Materials Electron Microscopy Specialist to provide expert SEM guidance, microanalysis (EDS/WDS/EBSD) and training across multiple disciplines. You will support researchers and external clients, lead workshops, and manage high-end FE-SEM instrumentation and associated lab operations.

Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to build productive relationships with researchers, government and industry partners are

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and microanalytical techniques (EDS, WDS, EBSD).
• Ability to train researchers and students in SEM applications and data interpretation.
• Experience in managing microscopy lab equipment, maintenance and performance checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and training on SEM applications (EDS, WDS, EBSD) to ANU researchers and external clients.
• Conduct training workshops for clients from various disciplines.
• Oversee laboratory and equipment management including basic maintenance and performance management.

Skills

SEM expertise

EDS/WDS/EBSD analysis

Client training

Lab equipment management

Tools

FE-SEM

EPMA

Crossbeam

Job description

The Australian National University’s Centre for Advanced Microscopy seeks a Materials Electron Microscopy Specialist to provide expert SEM guidance, microanalysis (EDS/WDS/EBSD) and training across multiple disciplines. You will support researchers and external clients, lead workshops, and manage high-end FE-SEM instrumentation and associated lab operations.

Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to build productive relationships with researchers, government and industry partners are