Scientist, Bulk Material Analysis/ Senior Scientist, Bulk Material Analysis

Job Title: Scientist, Bulk Material Analysis/ Senior Scientist, Bulk Material Analysis

Nuclear Forensic Science Role

Position Overview

• Fulltime ongoing | $97K - $130K +15.4% super
• Based at ANSTO’s Lucas Heights facility | Flexible work practices
• Health & Wellbeing Programs | Cafe, pool & free onsite parking | Childcare on site
• Support ANSTO's research and development of specialised Nuclear Forensics analytical capabilities.

About the Opportunity

An opportunity is available to join ANSTO's Nuclear Forensics team and contribute to the research and development of nuclear forensic analytical capabilities to support domestic and international nuclear security stakeholders.

About You

“I am looking for someone ready to leverage their research skills and experience in chemistry or materials science to the dynamic discipline of nuclear forensics. The ideal candidate will have an agile mindset, a meticulous approach to work and be excellent at building relationships and communicating with a range of key partners. You should be excited about the opportunity to deliver tangible outcomes to stakeholders.” Tim Ditcham - Science Program Manager, Bulk Materials Analysis

Your Duties and Responsibilities

One role is available; the level of the position offered will be commensurate to skills and experience.  Please indicate in your application if you are interested in both or only one of the available levels.

Scientist, Bulk Material Analysis:  PD-2054 Band 5

• Assess and interpret experimental results, prepare internal or external reports or co-author and strive to first author publications in relevant international journals and give presentations at national and international fora.

• Provide technical guidance and support to technical staff within the Nuclear Forensics team with the aim of building team capabilities.

• Build collaborative relationships both internally and externally to enable effective communication around deliverables.

• Please click here to view the Position Description.

Senior Scientist, Bulk Material Analysis:  PD-1804 Band 6

• Apply high level scientific knowledge and technical expertise to the planning, undertaking and completion of operational and capability extension projects to maintain and strengthen ANSTO’s Nuclear Forensic capability.
• Deliver on capability improvements in collaboration with national and international scientists and stakeholders in the area of nuclear security and nuclear forensic science.

• Provide expert scientific knowledge to ensure the trusted advice and specialised service provided by the Nuclear Forensic capability area meet customer requirements.

• Please click here to view the Position Description.

About Us

ANSTO is a leading global nuclear science and technology organisation delivering world class research and expertise to benefit Australia and support a more sustainable future. Using nuclear science, we improve health, support industries, provide expert advice to government on nuclear technologies and help develop Australia’s nuclear workforce.

Working with us you will enjoy:

ANSTO offers training and development, performance-based salary increases and an extensive range of leave provisions to help employees balance work and personal commitments.

• 18 days personal/carers leave for each year of service
• 3 days paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• Generous parental leave provisions:
• 18 weeks Parental leave for primary caregiver
• 11 weeks Parental leave for secondary caregiver (with incremental increase to a maximum of 18 weeks effective 01/03/2027)
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Cultural, NAIDOC and First Nations ceremonial leave

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 Descriptions linked above or contact Dale Codling on dale.codling@ansto.gov.au or (02) 9717 9509.   For all queries please contact Talent Acquisition on +61 (02) 9717 9361 or dom@ansto.gov.au

To be eligible for appointment, applicants will require a security and pre-employment medical assessment.

Application closing date: 28 April 2026 at 11:59pm

All applicants must be Australian citizens.

All applicants must have or be willing to obtain a National Security Clearance.

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.