Academic ConnectANU Officer 4/5 (Technical)
Classification: ANU Officer 4/5 (Technical)
Salary package: $77,379 - $93,200 per annum (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation
Term: Part Time (14 hours per week), Continuing (contingent funded)
This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 31 December 2028.
Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER_ANUO4,5_NightAssistant.pdf
The Position
The position is located at Siding Spring Observatory (SSO), which is one of two key sites for the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA) in Australia. The site sits at the summit of Mt Woorut, NSW, and is set within the stunning National Heritage Listed Warrumbungle National Park, around 30 kilometres from the town of Coonabarabran, NSW.
The Night Assistant will operate the Anglo-Australian Telescope at night and is responsible for the safety of the Observers present and the safe operation of the telescope itself. The Night Assistant will provide technical support, fault finding and reporting and will assist in the operation of the Instrumentation and other systems such as the automated 2.3m telescope.
The role consists of seven night long night shifts, working from sunset to sunrise. Nine such shifts will be scheduled for each twelve months of employment. Accommodation in the ANU Lodge at Siding Spring is provided for each shift if required. There is no requirement for regular daytime attendance at Siding Spring in between the scheduled night shifts.
This role may also involve working in confined spaces, working at heights, and driving to and from sites. For further information, please refer to the Position Description and PEWER form link below.
The Person
We are looking for a technically sound, IT competent person who follows good WHS practises and is comfortable working at night, either alone and/or closely with observers (remote or in person). A keen interest in astronomy would be an asset.
Learn more about the ground-breaking research and work class facilities of the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics here.
Application information
To be considered for this position, please upload the following required documents:
If shortlisted, candidates will be asked to:
Closing date: Monday, 5 January 2026, 11:55pm (AEDT)
Salary package: $77,379 - $93,200 per annum (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation
Term: Part Time (14 hours per week), Continuing (contingent funded)
This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 31 December 2028.
Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD&PEWER_ANUO4,5_NightAssistant.pdf
The Position
The position is located at Siding Spring Observatory (SSO), which is one of two key sites for the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA) in Australia. The site sits at the summit of Mt Woorut, NSW, and is set within the stunning National Heritage Listed Warrumbungle National Park, around 30 kilometres from the town of Coonabarabran, NSW.
The Night Assistant will operate the Anglo-Australian Telescope at night and is responsible for the safety of the Observers present and the safe operation of the telescope itself. The Night Assistant will provide technical support, fault finding and reporting and will assist in the operation of the Instrumentation and other systems such as the automated 2.3m telescope.
The role consists of seven night long night shifts, working from sunset to sunrise. Nine such shifts will be scheduled for each twelve months of employment. Accommodation in the ANU Lodge at Siding Spring is provided for each shift if required. There is no requirement for regular daytime attendance at Siding Spring in between the scheduled night shifts.
This role may also involve working in confined spaces, working at heights, and driving to and from sites. For further information, please refer to the Position Description and PEWER form link below.
The Person
We are looking for a technically sound, IT competent person who follows good WHS practises and is comfortable working at night, either alone and/or closely with observers (remote or in person). A keen interest in astronomy would be an asset.
Learn more about the ground-breaking research and work class facilities of the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics here.
Application information
To be considered for this position, please upload the following required documents:
- A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
- No more than a two page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.
If shortlisted, candidates will be asked to:
- Participate in a 30 minute interview using behavioural interview questions
- Accept an invitation to visit the site
- Complete a practical test on site
Closing date: Monday, 5 January 2026, 11:55pm (AEDT)
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