About the Role

This position will contribute to the consultancy and research activities of the Australian National Fabrication Facility (ANFF) South Australian (SA) node through the provision of specialised microfabrication services related to high-end microfluidic, electrical, and optical chips, and specialty surfaces for internal and external clients on a project basis.

About UniSA

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

The Future Industries Institute brings together world-class strength in high-tech manufacturing, nanomedicine, minerals and resource engineering plus environmental science, with the end goal of building economic growth through innovative partnerships and translational research. The Institute builds on the significant capability, infrastructure and reputation of the University’s existing research strengths and substantial research infrastructure and supports state and national research priorities.

Essential Skills and Experience

• A tertiary degree, or equivalent professional accreditation and standing, in engineering, chemistry, physics, materials science or a closely related discipline, with at least 2 years relevant experience
• Demonstrated technical and practical experience with advanced, and hands-on experience, in one or more areas of micro- or nano-scale fabrication
• Practical experience in one or more of the following techniques: Lithography, deposition, etching, bonding and moulding and the ability to design 2D and 3D components and devices using advanced computer software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor or similar for consultancy projects
• Ability to utilise advanced analytical procedures and techniques to characterise complex components and devices for researchers and industry
• Developed written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to positively represent FII and STEM externally and when fulfilling customer needs, effectively communicate scientific concepts and results to internal and external clients.

The full job description can be found in the SEEK job advertisement.

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA.  The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Emma Kelvin, Consultant: Recruitment Central.  For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at recruitment@unisa.edu.au using job reference number 6467.

Applications close on 10 September 2024.