Technical Operations Specialist

**Company Description**
**_
Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why._**:

- Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them._

**_ Why? _**_Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence._

The Queensland Micro
- and Nanotechnology Centre (QMNC) conducts and facilitates cutting-edge research in nanotechnology, microtechnology, and micro and nanosystems - work set to transform the future of climate science and the health and energy sectors. Our research activity spans physics, chemistry, molecular biology, applied mathematics and engineering.

The Technical Operations Specialist role involves maintaining facility equipment with technical expertise, offering high-level operational, scientific, and technical support, and providing training and supervision to frequent users. As a Technical Operations Specialist, you will be an expert in your assigned equipment as a "tool owner" and possess comprehensive knowledge of all other equipment within the facility. Join us to ensure the seamless operation and advancement of our cutting-edge microtechnology processes.

The Technical Operations Specialist is responsible for;
- Leading the operation and optimisation of advanced fabrication tools, enabling cutting-edge research and development.
- Providing high-level operational, scientific, and technical support, including training and supervision for frequent users.
- Managing and maintaining class 1000 and class 100 clean rooms and operating advanced micro/nano-fabrication and testing equipment.
- Overseeing facility-specific procurement, equipment repair, maintenance, and access processes, ensuring compliance with QMNC procedures and OH&S standards.
- Offering expert advice to researchers and clients, contribute to research projects, and stay updated with the latest advances in techniques and research.

**About you**

This position requires a highly skilled professional with a strong foundation in their field and the practical experience necessary to excel in a dynamic research environment.

You will also have:

- Proven expertise in training and certifying users to independently operate specialised semiconductor equipment, enabling efficient and safe utilisation of cleanroom resources.
- Strong understanding of semiconductor characterisation techniques, with the ability to analyse and interpret data to inform process improvements and troubleshoot fabrication issues.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve process issues, providing innovative solutions to enhance fabrication yield and ensure consistency in results.
- Commitment to maintaining compliance with OH&S standards, cleanroom protocols, and process documentation, with a focus on fostering a safe and high-performing work environment.

**What we can offer**
This is a fixed term (three year), full time position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Nathan campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

**Salary Range**
The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 7 range $98,603.20 - $106,825.90 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $115,365.74 - $124,986.30 per annum.
**Additional Information** Why join Griffith?**
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

- Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
- Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives - on campus Gym facilities

Griffith's strategic goals are to also increase the proportion of women in senior academic and administrative roles and in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM).

**How to apply**
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slave