Classification: Senior Manager 1 (Technical)
Salary package: $118,003 - $123,640 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full time, Continuing (Contingent Funding) (until June 2025)
Position Description: PD and PEWER - Observatory Manager SM1_updated.pdf

Position overview

The Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA) at the Australian National University (ANU) invites applications for the position of Observatory Manager at Siding Spring Observatory (SSO).

Siding Spring Observatory (SSO) is Australia’s largest optical astronomical observatory and is located in the Warrumbungle mountains of northern New South Wales. It is home to Australia’s largest optical telescope, the 3.9-metre Anglo-Australian Telescope, the ANU 2.3-metre Advanced Technology Telescope, the ANU SkyMapper 1.3-metre telescope, and several other telescopes from national and international organisations.

The Observatory Manager reports to the SSO Director and coordinates the activities of a diverse team of 20 technicians and specialists. The Observatory Manager is responsible for the operational and technical management of the ANU-operated facilities at SSO and for coordination with ANU Facilities & Services on the site infrastructure.

Postgraduate management or technical qualifications with demonstrated high-level management experience at an astronomical observatory is a requirement.

The ANU provides a range of lifestyle, financial, and non-financial rewards and programs to support staff in maintaining a healthy work/life balance whilst encouraging success in reaching their full career potential. 

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here.

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For further information please contact Associate Professor Christopher Lidman, E: Christopher.Lidman@anu.edu.au T: +61 2 6125 0238.

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing each of the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) that includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.

Applications that do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.

Closing Date: 31 May 2022