Instrument Scientist

1 week ago

North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia Macquarie University Full time

PRIMARY DETAIL

- Salary Package: from $115,787 to $136,995 (Level B) plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
- Appointment Type: full-time, 3 years fixed-term
- Location: Macquarie University Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

THE ROLE

Australian Astronomical Optics - Macquarie (AAO-MQ) is seeking an outstanding early career academic with an excellent track record in system design and development in astronomical instrumentation. The role will be split between research (40%) and instrument science project support (60%). The successful applicant will have a key role in a significant instrument contract recently signed between Macquarie University and the US, as well as working on other innovative instrumentation projects.

The instrument scientist will be involved in the design, development, and delivery of ground-based or space-based optical instruments, including developing scientific and technical requirements, systems modelling, systems engineering, MAIT planning and testing, and instrument installation and commissioning. They will also be expected to take on the technical leadership of one or more projects, working with a project manager and a team of engineers and scientists to ensure successful delivery.

The successful candidate will have access to fully equipped optical laboratories and will be working with a team of highly qualified experts in astronomical instrumentation including optical engineers, mechanical engineers, software engineers, electronics engineers, project managers, and a team of dedicated support staff.

Reporting to the Associate Professor – AAO-MQ, you will:

Lead system design and development on the key instrument contract, as well as on a number of additional instrumentation projects Manage the Implementation, Integration, Verification and Validation (IIVV) plan and activities, and prepare associated review documentation. Carry out research into instrumentation for astronomy or space-based observations, and to participate in the academic functions of the university. Assist AAO-MQ in grant applications where needed to successfully obtain funding

About You

You will have completed a PhD in astronomical instrumentation or in a closely related discipline. You will have deep and broad experience as an Instrument Scientist with excellent skills in managing the IIVV plan and leading the design and development of astronomical instrumentation. You will have a passion and enthusiasm for research and innovation and ensuring that quality outcomes are delivered.

You will be experienced in developing strong cases to obtain successful grant applications and funding in a competitive environment. A strong knowledge in systems engineering practices, as well as experience in optical/infrared astronomical instrumentation and/or adaptive optics systems is essential to the role. You will be an excellent researcher and communicator with a proactive and flexible nature, and you will enjoy working both individually and as part of a larger team.

About Us

Australian Astronomical Optics (AAO) at Macquarie University is an international leader in the development of optical instruments for astronomy, with a 40+ year heritage of building instruments for observatories across the globe, including major contracts with Subaru, Gemini, ESO VLT, and GMT. We are excited to take a significant role in leading and growing Australia's strength in astronomical instrumentation, partnering with the Australian National University and the University of Sydney under the banner of Astralis Instrumentation Consortium. Our strengths at the AAO include visible and near-infrared spectroscopy, imaging, integral field spectroscopy, fibre optics, fibre positioners, and astrophotonics.

The AAO-MQ works in a matrix structure with close collaboration across all its functional groups. There is a strong emphasis on communities of practice and a shared culture of learning and innovation. As part of our expansive new vision, AAO-MQ's team of experts will build on the University's existing strengths in astronomy, photonics, laser technology, microfabrication, applied optics and sensing communications, with the aim of increasing industry engagement, identifying opportunities to apply AAO-MQ's expertise to medicine and defence, and expanding its presence in the fields of optics and sensing, in addition to the ongoing mission of world-leading excellence in astronomical instrumentation.

The AAO has state-of-the-art facilities including large integration halls, clean rooms, fully equipped optical laboratories, R&D labs, mechanical and electronics workshops. We will soon be moving into new purpose-built premises on Macquarie University campus.

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Macquarie University is located in the leafy northern suburbs of Sydney, with excellent public transport links. The campus features large green open spaces, fantastic campus facilities, such as the Sport and Aquatic Centre and onsite childcare. Benefits of working at Macquarie University include a well-defined career path, generous leave entitlements, and excellent 17% superannuation contributions.

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