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Life Science Electron Microscopy Specialist

Australian National University
$95,987 - $110,489 a year
Canberra
Full time
1 day ago

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Specialist)
Salary package: $95,987 - $110,489 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time, Continuing (Contingent Funded)

This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 30 June 2028.

The Position

The Life Science Electron Microscopy Specialist supports innovative research at the Centre for Advanced Microscopy (CAM) through expert sample preparation and imaging for transmission and scanning electron microscopy in life science applications. Working closely with researchers across disciplines, the role provides training, technical support, and collaborative input on experimental design and data analysis. The Specialist contributes to the development and optimisation of EM workflows, ensures the proper operation of complex instruments, and assists in maintaining the Life Science facility. Reporting to the Senior EM Specialist and CAM Director, the role also supports teaching and outreach activities and engages with national and international microscopy networks and partners.

The Person

The ideal candidate will hold, or be progressing towards, postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field, complemented by extensive experience—or an equivalent combination of education and practical training—in electron microscopy within a life science context. You will bring demonstrated expertise in preparing biological samples and operating complex EM equipment, with advanced skills in transmission and scanning electron microscopy techniques. Your experience includes training and mentoring clients, and applying specialised knowledge to tailor methodologies that support diverse research goals.

You will be a proactive and collaborative team member with strong planning and organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within a multidisciplinary environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is your ability to effectively engage with a wide range of stakeholders, from students to senior researchers. You will also be confident in drafting technical documentation, business correspondence, and contributing to research publications and training materials.

Working at ANU

This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

  • Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
  • Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
  • Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
  • Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.

To see what the Science and Medicine at ANU community is like, we invite you to follow us on social media at Instagram and Facebook.


For more information about the position please contact Associate Professor Melanie Rug on T: +61 2 6125 7649 E: [email protected]

A Diverse and Inclusive Team

ANU is introducing measures to support the recruitment, inclusion and retention of employees with disability. To find out more,

ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available . We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

  • A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
  • No more than a two-page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: [email protected]. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions.

For examples of common reasonable adjustments

The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.

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