Environmental Monitoring Scientist
Position Overview
- Ongoing | Full Time | $93k - $105k +15.4% super | generous leave provisions
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Mix of laboratory and field work I On-the job training provided
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Sutherland Shire | Work-life Balance | Health & Wellbeing Programs | Onsite childcare for employees
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Exciting opportunity to join ANSTO's Environmental Monitoring team supporting ANSTO's research & nuclear operations
About the Opportunity
The Environmental Monitoring Scientist characterises ANSTO’s radiological impact on the environment through conducting the Environmental Monitoring Program. The position supports the Senior Scientist to complete the scheduled program of sampling, radioanalytical measurements, instrumentation calibration and maintenance, and compliance reporting and advice to stakeholders and regulators.
About You
"We are looking for someone with a positive attitude: instrumentation, laboratory and fieldwork skills and who has a genuine interest in learning all aspects of this hands-on role - from collecting & processing various types of environmental samples, right through to the analysis, QA/QC, interpretation and reporting.” Alicea Gedz, Senior Scientist Environmental Monitoring.
Your Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct ANSTO’s annual Environmental and Stack Monitoring Programs; including sampling, completing analyses within the specified timeframe, and interpreting and reporting results against applicable standards, regulatory and quality requirements.
- Maintain knowledge of industry best practice and technological developments to inform reviews of the Environmental Monitoring Program and its supporting systems; contribute to improvements and upgrades where required.
- Support internal, external and commercial clients through consultation and preparation/contribution to technical reports.
- Apply scientific knowledge and technical experience to maintain Environmental Monitoring assets and infrastructure including bespoke software applications and state of the art radioactivity detection systems.
- Deliver training and demonstrations of environmental monitoring and environmental radioactivity detection techniques to students, IAEA fellows, collaborators, and visitors.
Please click here to view the Position Description.
About Us
ANSTO leverages great science to deliver big outcomes. We partner with scientists and engineers and apply new technologies to provide real-world benefits. Our work improves human health, saves lives, builds our industries and protects the environment. ANSTO is the home of Australia's most significant landmark and national infrastructure for research. Thousands of scientists from industry and academia benefit from gaining access to state-of-the-art instruments every year.
Benefits of Working with Us
ANSTO employees are passionate about what they do. We enjoy being part of an organisation making a difference in the lives of Australians.
We support and reward our employees through eligibility for:
- Training, development and mentoring opportunities
- Performance based salary increases
- Work-life balance with generous leave entitlements and flexible conditions
If you want to join a world class organisation that's making a difference in the lives of Australians, apply now!
How to Apply
For further technical information relating to this position please refer to the Position Description or contact Alicea Gedz on (02) 9717 9897. For all other queries please contact Talent Acquisition on +61 (02) 9717 9361.
To be eligible for appointment, applicants will require a security and pre-employment medical assessment.
Application closing date: 11:59PM Sunday 2nd February 2025
All applicants must be Australian citizens.
In order to solve great challenges, we need great minds and great teams. At ANSTO, we understand that diverse teams produce better outcomes and we value the merit that a diverse perspective can bring to our team. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, primary carers, those with a disability, and women in STEM. ANSTO is a charter member of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative and is proudly taking action to create a gender-inclusive workforce.