Nanoscale Sensor Fabrication Experimentalist - [Archived Advertisement]

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The Opportunity

• Be part of industry-revolutionising projects in quantum technology
• Great hands-on role collaborating with industry experts in device fabrication
• Join our supportive and dynamic team at CSIRO – Australia’s National Science Agency!

Are you experienced in sensor nanofabrication and looking for a role that would allow you to grow your skills and knowledge? We are currently seeking a motivated Nanoscale Sensor Fabrication Experimentalist to join our talented team in Lindfield NSW!

Quantum technology holds the potential to help solve some of society's greatest challenges and it is one of our most promising growth opportunities to create new markets and new applications in Australia. As a Nanoscale Sensor Fabrication Experimentalist, you will be part of our ‘Electromagnetic Systems and Devices Group’ as a member of the ‘Quantum Device Fabrication’ team. Within the team, your role will be vital to develop and perform routines and processes to fabricate devices. You will bring your expertise in Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) device fabrication, to collaborate with diverse groups of scientists, engineers and technical staff, undertake testing in cleanroom environments, and develop systems or devices related to superconducting sensors.

If you’re interested in a hands-on role and an opportunity to apply your knowledge and creative ideas to solve scientific research problems, we would love to hear from you!

Your duties will include:

• Designing and fabricating superconductor devices, and contributing to device protocol development based on your knowledge of semiconductors.
• Contributing to the improvement and development of the fabrication capability.
• Applying your knowledge in thin film material properties, including optical, electrical, mechanical, to optimise sensor performance.
• Collating, analysing, and interpreting measurements using statistical analysis.     
• Incorporating new approaches to scientific investigations by adapting original concepts and ideas for new, existing, and further research.
• Undertaking electrical and magnetic characterisation cryogenic measurements of experimental devices.

Location: Lindfield (Sydney), NSW
Salary: AU$102K – AU$111K pa + up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified Term of 3 years
Reference: 88007

To be considered you will need:

• Minimum qualification of Master’s degree, and demonstrated research/industry experience in a relevant field such as physics or engineering.
• Experience in sensor nanofabrication, and in generating and pursuing novel ideas and solutions to scientific research problems.
• A sound knowledge of materials science and device physics.
• Demonstrated experience in undertaking laboratory measurements using electrical characterisation equipment.
• Demonstrated capability in planning, organising, and manipulating experimental data including statistical and fitting techniques.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance which requires Australian Citizenship.

For full details about this role please review the Position Description.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be an Australian Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the Negative Vetting Level 2 (NV2).

Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

To enter a CSIRO site, CSIRO will require you to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (or show a valid medical exemption from vaccination). If you are unable to meet this requirement, then you must return a negative result on a Rapid Antigen Test (within 48 hours prior to attending site) and wear a face mask whilst on the CSIRO site. These requirements apply if you are attending a CSIRO site as part of a recruitment process.

Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

Diversity and Inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

Join us and start creating tomorrow today!

How to Apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications Close

23 October 2022, 11:00pm AEDT

We strongly encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications as they come through. CSIRO reserves the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date if required.