Applications Specialist, Electron Microprobe

• Join a world-class microscopy facility delivering high impact research outcomes.
• Contribute to the success of Western Australia’s internationally recognised geoscience research community.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $116,262 – $127,078 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The University of Western Australia is a research-intensive institution with goals that include supporting influential research and the training of students and staff in relevant skills. Its research and development infrastructure are key to supporting these goals. In that context, the Centre for Microscopy, Characterisation and Analysis (CMCA) is the University’s microscopy core facility. Its goal is to facilitate and provide research excellence through a focus on world-class facilities matched with expertise and a concept-to-publication user pathway to meet the characterisation requirements of researchers and industry through excellence in training, measurement, and analysis.

The Centre comprises about 30 academic, research, technical and administrative staff supporting an exceptionally diverse range of instrument platforms. It is home to two JEOL electron microprobes (8530F and 8530F+), running both JEOL and Probe for EPMA software, which support West Australian minerals and geoscience research. The two microprobes are part of a larger geoscience capability that includes electron microscopy (SEM, TEM, FIB-SEM), secondary ion mass spectrometry, laser ablation ICP-MS, X-ray CT, and scanning probe microscopy. The Centre also supports researchers in engineering, science, and health.

About the opportunity

• You will work independently to manage the physical resources and operations of the electron microprobe capability and provide a high level of electron microscopy expertise to support academic staff, technical staff, students and external stakeholders with their research pursuits.
• You will provide training, advice, and support in all aspects of electron microprobe workflows, from sample preparation through to data acquisition and analysis.
• You will also participate more broadly in the activities of the electron microscopy capability.

About you

• Relevant tertiary or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Advanced knowledge of electron microprobe workflows, and their applications within research, especially in the geosciences.
• Advanced knowledge and technical experience in sample preparation relevant to electron microprobe.
• Extensive experience engaging and supporting diverse research programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant policies and procedures for the administration of infrastructure and Occupational Health & Safety.

Special requirements

• Able to fit the physical requirements of the position.
• Some after-hours work may be required.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION Applications Specialist, Electron Microprobe - (521124).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Martin Saunders at [email protected]

How to apply

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday 18th September 2025.

This position is open to international applicants.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.