{"id":3307056,"url":"https://alion.io/job/australian-nuclear-science-and-technology-organisation-science-program-manager-bulk-material-analysis","title":"Science Program Manager, Bulk Material Analysis","company":{"id":1039955,"name":"Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation","domain":"ansto.gov.au","url":"https://alion.io/company/ansto","size_band":"201-500","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SuccessFactors","truth_index":null},"role":"Management","role_family":"Management","seniority":null,"employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Sydney, Australia"],"countries":["AU"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":138000,"max":154000,"currency":"AUD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":108136},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-27T01:50:44Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-26","last_verified_at":"2026-10-31T22:02:52Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":4,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":4},"description":"Position Overview\nOngoing I Full Time | $138k - $154k +15.4% super | Salary sacrificing available\nSutherland Shire | Flexible work practices | Onsite childcare | Fitness passport\nFree onsite parking | pool, sports field & café | ANSTO bus service available\nLead people, science and capability to deliver strategic outcomes in bulk material analysis and nuclear security science.\n\nAbout the Opportunity\nThe Science Program Manager, Bulk Material Analysis is responsible for providing leadership in management of staff and delivering a science program, within the Nuclear Security Science capability area, focused on nuclear forensic material analysis to support law enforcement and nuclear security. The position also contributes as a project team member, leading research outcomes for the team.\nThe position of Science Program Manager, Bulk Material Analysis provides operational management of activities to produce outcomes and achievement of the capability area’s objectives, in alignment with the strategic directions of ANSTO and Nuclear Stewardship.\nIt is highly desirable that the successful candidate already holds a national security clearance.\nAbout You\n\"We are looking for a leader who combines expertise in bulk material analysis and nuclear security science with the ability to inspire high-performing teams, deliver complex scientific programs, and build strong collaborative partnerships across government, industry and research organisations. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable guiding strategy and people as they are contributing scientific expertise to solve challenging real-world problems.\" - Dale Codling, Manager Nuclear Security Science\nYour Duties and Responsibilities\nContribute to the development and implementation of the capability area objectives through implementation of the designated capability area’s plans, goals and activities to deliver outcomes to achieve Nuclear Stewardship’s strategic objectives and Nuclear Security Science’s operational plan.\nProvide oversight of projects within the Bulk Materials Analysis science program by reviewing and reporting on project plans, allocating resources, tracking, reporting of budgets and expenditure and providing reports to line management.\nDevelop and maintain collaborative networks across internal and external stakeholders to support and advance the delivery of the science program.\nDeliver a project management approach to the management of the science programs and provide oversight of science integrity, quality and compliance.\nSupport initiatives and strategies to increase capability area investment through identified partnerships and with external and internal stakeholders.\nContribute scientific knowledge and expertise to projects as a project team member. Engage in scientific activity ranging from fundamental research to the investigation of specific industry or partnered operational problems and pursue new ideas and approaches that create new concepts.\nPlease view the full Position Description for further details or click Apply to view.\nAbout Us\nANSTO is a leading global nuclear science and technology organisation delivering world-class research and expertise to benefit Australia and support a more sustainable future. Using nuclear science, we improve health, support industries, provide expert advice to government on nuclear technologies and help develop Australia’s nuclear workforce.\nWorking with us you will enjoy\nANSTO offers training and development, performance base salary increases and an extensive range of leave provisions to help employees balance work and personal commitments.\nSupport flexible working where possible\n18 days personal/carers leave annually\n3 days paid leave (Christmas to New Year)\nParental leave: 18 weeks (primary), 8 weeks (secondary, increasing to 18 weeks by 2027)\nAnnual flu vaccinations\nCultural, NAIDOC, and First Nations ceremonial leave\nFitness Passport\nSalary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease\nHow to Apply\nIf you’re excited about this opportunity and believe you would be a great fit for the role, please click Apply now. We can’t wait to hear from you!\nFor further information relating to this position please refer to the Position Description or contact Dale Codling on (02) 9717 9509. For all other queries please contact Talent Acquisition on (02) 9717 9361.\nWe are committed to providing reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure all candidates have equal access and opportunity. Please let us know if you require any support or accommodations for your interview.\nTo be eligible for appointment, applicants will require an ANSTO Suitability Assessment and a pre-employment medical assessment.\nApplication closing date: 11 November 2026 at 11.59pm\nAll applicants must be Australian citizens.\nIn order to solve great challenges, we need great minds and great teams. At ANSTO, we understand that diverse teams produce better outcomes and we value the merit that a diverse perspective can bring to our team. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, primary carers, those with a disability, and women in STEM. 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