Job Opportunities

Closing Date: Friday 1 August 2008

With the existing Cameca NanoSIMS 50, the new instrument will create a truly unique world-class analysis laboratory at UWA. The University is also a major partner in the John de Laeter Centre for Mass Spectroscopy, a consortium that includes two SHRIMP-II ion microprobes. The CMCA boasts a diverse range of other analytical capabilities and characterisation techniques, from high-resolution SEM and TEM, to laser-confocal microscopy.

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, self-guided academic to manage the CAMECA 1280 ion microprobe as a world-class research facility. The appointment will be made as Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, or Associate Professor, depending on qualifications and experience. The successful candidate will have a record of outstanding achievement relative to opportunity and aspire to reach the pinnacle of academic achievement, with a focus on quality and impact. They will be motivated to form interdisciplinary collaborations and be capable of successfully conducting them at a high professional standard. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, a practical approach, and be passionate about getting results. This is an exciting opportunity to combine state-of-the-art analytical facilities with one of Nature’s greatest natural laboratories - Western Australia.

The University of Western Australia occupies a picturesque setting by the Swan River five minutes from downtown Perth and ten minutes from Perth’s famous beaches. Located on Australia’s west coast, Perth enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot dry summers and short mild winters and is renowned for its relaxed outdoor lifestyle.

Applicants with teaching experience are requested to submit a teaching portfolio as part of their application. For further information regarding the position please contact the Director of the CMCA, Professor David Sampson on +61 8 6488 2770 or e-mail dsampson@ee.uwa.edu.au.

Application Details: The position description is available from the UWA job vacancy site: www.hr.uwa.edu.au/hr/jobs. Written applications quoting the reference number, personal contact details, qualifications and experience, along with contact details of three referees should be sent to Director, Human Resources, The University of Western Australia, M350, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley WA 6009 or emailed to jobs@uwa.edu.au by the closing date.