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SalaryAXT is seeking an SEM specialist to support a new role a Monash University (MCEM). The position will be as an imbedded Application Specialist on a TESCAN Clara SEM configured with a range of state of the art In-Situ systems from Newtec. In addition to supporting the implementation at MCEM the applicant will be trained to provide application support for the Newtec and TESCAN instruments to the growing user base regionally
The Monash Centre for Electron Microscopy (MCEM) is a central university research platform and is part of the national grid of Microscopy Australia facilities. Its mission is to enable and advance research excellence at Monash University and beyond thro ugh the provision of a world class research capability in electron microscopy for the determination of the structure of matter down to the atomic scale.
MCEM achieves this via its dual academic and research support role, namely:
● the execution of world class research in the field of electron microscopy, and
● the provision of advanced instrumentation, expertise and teaching in electron microscopy to researchers across all fields of science and engineering
The Centre provides a research capability to several hundred registered users from Monash University, other universities, government research agencies and industry. It plays an important role in educating postgraduate students in electron microscopy, as well as providing a key complementary facility to the adjacent Ramaciotti Centre for Cryo-Electron Microscopy and the Australian Synchrotron and Melbourne Centre for Nanofabrication (MCN), which are within walking distance. To learn more about MCEM please visit our website: www.monash.edu/researchinfrastructure/mcem.
AXT is a leading supplier of scientific equipment in Australia with TESCAN being one if it’s core products with a rapidly growing instal base in Australia . The TESCAN Clara and NewTec in-situ solution will be a flagship characterisation facility meeting the needs of a rapidly growing advanced material science research community
Key responsibilities
1. Assist in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures and user training programs that ensure the safe, effective and efficient use of the in-situ scanning electron microscope.
2. Provide expert training and supervision to researchers at PhD level and above in the safe, efficient and effective operation of the instruments.
3. Provide high-level expertise, advice and assistance to researchers at PhD level and above undertaking research using the instruments.
4. Acquire and analyse complex data at an advanced level for University and other research projects, as required.
5. Maintain and develop expert and up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the theory, instrumentation and application of in-situ scanning electron microscopy.
6. Develop new and improved methodologies for using these instruments to meet the needs of researchers using MCEM.
7. Work with MCEM staff to develop and implement operational plans to ensure the efficient delivery of microscopy capabilities.
8. Demonstrate the Newtec /TESCAN systems at Monash to AXT prospective customers from time to time.
9. Provide application support and/or training for AXT and Newtech customers locally and internationally .
10. Collaborate with Newtec/TESCAN on joint publication and potential product development
11. Present at conferences, workshops and other marketing events locally and internationally .
Key selection criteria
Education/Qualifications
1. The appointee will have:
A postgraduate qualification or equivalent in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
Knowledge and Skills
2. Advanced knowledge of theory, techniques and instrumentation needed to undertake in-situ scanning electron microscopy.
3. Expertise in at least one specialist area of scanning electron microscopy, for example, EDXS, EBSD etc
4. Advanced understanding of scanning electron microscopy instrumentation, its operation, maintenance and optimisation.
5. Advanced understanding and skills in the acquisition and interpretation of scanning electron microscopy data and application to the solution of complex research problems in the physical sciences.
6. High-level communications skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise effectively with academic/research staff, research students, general/technical staff and external clients.
7. Ability to teach and train researchers across a range of scanning electron microscopy and analytical techniques available on the instrument.
8. Ability to implement procedural improvements, set priorities and to use initiative in the resolving of issues that are highly complex.
9. High-level analytical, problem-solving and reporting skills.
10. High-level planning and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently, prioritise multiple tasks and set and meet deadlines.
11. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a complex matrix environment whilst fostering a culture of focused customer service and continuous improvement.
