Senior Radiochemist

Position Overview

• Ongoing | Full Time | $115k - $129k +15.4% super | salary sacrificing available
• Sutherland Shire location I Flexible Work practices I Health & Wellbeing Programs
• On-site Childcare for employees | Work in a campus-based community environment
• Lead cutting-edge environmental radiochemistry in a senior role that blends technical expertise, innovation & mentorship
• Make a real impact in advanced radioanalytical science.

About the Opportunity

Primarily focussed on environmental radiochemistry, the Senior Radiochemist will provide expert support in radiochemistry, alpha spectrometry, liquid scintillation analysis, gamma spectrometry, gross alpha and beta counting, neutron activation and analysis, and neutron irradiations. This includes fostering and maintaining client relationships, operating and maintaining specialised instrumentation, developing new and improving existing radioanalytical techniques, applying a high degree of radiochemical expertise in the interpretation of analytical results, and training and mentoring staff.

About You

I am seeking a highly skilled and motivated scientist to join our dynamic, driven and diverse team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in chemistry, proven people and leadership abilities, excellent problem-solving skills, great attention to detail, strong communication and multitasking capabilities, and a knack for thinking outside the box - Sangeeth Thiruvoth, Radioanalytical Chemistry Capability Manager

Your Duties and Responsibilities

• Research, develop and implement new and/or refined radiochemical and counting techniques
• Plan, coordinate, schedule, and execute analyses to meet project requirements
• Assess and interpret analytical data
• Utilise expertise in radiochemistry, environmental chemistry, and neutron activation and analysis to advise, share knowledge and support researchers
• Supervise, mentor and upskill staff and internal and external stakeholders in radiochemistry and nuclear counting techniques
• Foster an environment which promotes teamwork, collaborations and improvements to operations
• Manage laboratories to optimise operations and minimise downtime
• Operate, maintain and improve counting instrumentation including alpha spectrometers, gamma spectrometers, liquid scintillation counters and gross alpha and beta counters
• Review and interpret large and complex datasets and develop scientific reports
• Participate and share outcomes at scientific conferences, meetings and seminars, and develop and maintain research networks
• Maintain and improve quality control and assurance procedures and practices
• Ensure laboratories are meeting international best practice
• Plan and participate in fieldwork to collect high quality and targeted samples 

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.
 

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 Description or contact Sangeeth Thiruvoth on (02) 9717 3786. 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:  23:59 on Thursday 23 October 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.