[Neutron] Advertisement for Deuteration Facility Chemist - closing date 20 December 2013 [SEC=UNCLASSIFIED]

[ROBINSON, Robert]

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Deuteration Facility Chemist

Deuteration Facility Chemist

  *   Fixed Term | Full Time | $67k - $75k +15.4% super
  *   One-of-a-kind National Deuteration Facility (NDF)
  *   Synthesis of deuterated molecules & lab management

About ANSTO

The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) is home to Australia's nuclear science and technical expertise. More than 1000 scientists, engineers and experts work at ANSTO and use nuclear science and technology to answer the big questions in the world around us - improving health outcomes, increasing our understanding of the environment and climate change and identifying new opportunities for Australian industry.

We operate much of our country's landmark science facilities including one of the world's most modern nuclear research reactors (OPAL). Importantly, ANSTO is helping to improve our health with one in two Australians benefitting from the nuclear medicines produced using the OPAL research reactor while being treated for serious illnesses such as heart disease and cancer.

About the National Deuteration Facility

The NDF is Australia's national facility for isotopic labelling of molecules with the stable, non-radioactive isotope deuterium (2H) using chemical or biological (in vivo) processes in order to enhance contrast when conducting structural studies using neutron scattering instruments operated by the Bragg Institute at the OPAL Reactor, or using other techniques such as NMR or Mass Spectrometry. A key part of the NDF's mission is expansion of the range of applications of the OPAL research reactor in the study of biological, organic and polymeric molecules, opening up new avenues for researchers in the biosciences, chemistry and medicine in Australia.

The NDF is one of the few open access facilities in the world offering chemical deuteration for Australian and international researchers and is the only such facility to offer both chemical and biodeuteration.

About the position

The Deuteration Facility Chemist will be part of a team responsible for the production, purification and characterisation of small organic molecules, and their precursors, labelled with deuterium using isotopic exchange and synthetic chemistry techniques. The Chemical Deuteration Team enables and supports structural investigations required by internal and external users of the National Deuteration Facility (NDF) that involve neutron scattering, NMR and other techniques.

The ideal candidate will have an Honours degree in Organic Chemistry and further experience in either a R & D or Laboratory Management context is desirable. A solid background in synthesis and organometallic chemistry, some experience with separation chromatography and molecular characterisation techniques would be preferred.

The deuteration Facility Chemist reports to the Chemical Deuteration Team Leader and will be a member of the NDF team which consists of biochemists, microbiologists, structural biologists and organic chemists.

Duties and responsibilities

  *   contribute to operation of a laboratory for production and purification of deuterated chemicals using repeated hydrogen exchange at high temperature and pressure (or novel processes) to produce deuterated precursors followed by modified traditional synthesis routes
  *   contribute to operation of a laboratory for characterisation of the deuterated products
  *   undertake hydrogen/deuterium exchange reactions and synthesis of molecules from deuterated precursors using established protocols
  *   chromatographic purification of deuterated molecules using established protocols
  *   day-to day responsibility for the running of the organic synthesis laboratory including purchasing, maintenance, calibration and other quality and safety functions (area supervisor of the laboratory)
  *   contribute to journal and conference publications as appropriate

Why join ANSTO?

ANSTO employees are passionate about what they do. We enjoy being part of an organisation making a difference in the lives of Australians. We support and reward our employees through eligibility for:
- Training, development and mentoring opportunities
- Performance based salary increases
- Work-life balance with generous leave entitlements and flexible conditions

Located in the Sutherland Shire, we have free onsite parking, a swimming pool, lunchtime sporting competitions and an onsite café with relaxing break-out areas.

If you want to join a world class organisation that's making a difference in the lives of Australians, apply now!

For further information please view the Position Information Package or contact Jessica Haines or Regan Beckinsale on (02) 9717 3359. To be eligible for appointment, applicants will require a security and medical assessment and must be Australian citizens. Applications must be submitted online.

Applications close: 20 December 2013

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Robert A. Robinson
Head of the Bragg Institute, B87
Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
Locked Bag 2001
Kirrawee DC
NSW 2232
Australia

Tel:    +61 (2) 9717 9204
FAX:    +61 (2) 9717 3606
Mobile: 0417 017 503
E-mail: robert.robinson at ansto.gov.au<mailto:robert.robinson at ansto.gov.au>

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