Overview

Full-time , Continuing position

- HEW 7 + 17% Superannuation
- Flexible Working Arrangements

Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working

About You

The Technologist - Thin Film & Plasma Processing plays an significant role in supporting the Micro Nano Research Facility (MNRF), providing specialist technical expertise across thin film deposition, plasma processing and advanced research infrastructure. Working closely with researchers, students, industry partners and technical colleagues, you will help deliver high-quality facility services that support research, teaching and industry engagement activities.

Reporting to the Technical Coordinator , you will contribute to the day-to-day operation of specialist laboratories and equipment, provide user training and technical support, and help maintain a safe, efficient and collaborative research environment. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of facility capabilities, processes and services.

To be successful in this position, you'll have:

- A degree in engineering, materials science, physics or an related discipline, or an equivalent combination of qualifications and relevant experience. Postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with thin film deposition and plasma processing systems, including equipment operation, troubleshooting, process development and optimisation. Experience with technologies such as PVD, sputtering, evaporation, PECVD, plasma etching or related semiconduct or fabrication processes would be highly regarded.
- Demonstrated experience independently managing and supporting specialist research equipment,



including equipment operation, troubleshooting, maintenance coordination, technical documentation and user support.
- Well-developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide training and technical guidance to users with diverse levels of experience.
- A strong commitment to safety, service excellence and continuous improvement in a laboratory or research setting.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children , National Police Check and Medical Assessment.

About the College

The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before.

STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers , supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.





The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.

Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact, and our students are truly work-ready. We have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale.

Our diversity and shared values empower our work, and we are proud of the College's inclusive, caring culture. We offer a safe, dynamic work workplace, and support every member of our community of achieve their potential. The College appointed Victoria's first ever Dean of STEM, Diversity & Inclusion in 2020, and this role drives gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategies across the College.

STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students.

We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.

The Micro Nano Research Facility

The Micro Nano Research Facility (MNRF) is a shared research facility within RMIT's STEM College supporting multidisciplinary micro- and nanotechnology research. Its specialist laboratories provide capabilities for the design, modelling, fabrication, packaging and characterisation of micro- and nanoscale devices. MNRF provides access to advanced infrastructure and technical expertise for RMIT researchers and students, industry and external collaborators, and forms part of the Australian National Fabrication Facility (ANFF) Victorian Node.

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📌 Technologist - Thin Film and Plasma Processing (Melbourne)
🏢 Rmit
📍 Melbourne