2023 Graduate Development Program (Feb 2023)

2023 Graduate Development Program at ANSTO

• 2 Year Graduate Development Program | Full Time | $75,550 +15.4% super
• Permanent employment opportunity on successful completion of the program
• ANSTO is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion

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. ANSTO is a charter member of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative and is proudly taking action to create a gender-inclusive workforce.  

ANSTO aims to nurture the next generation of Australian graduates and provide strong foundations for exciting and fulfilling careers. ANSTO Graduate Development Program is a reputable leadership program focused on providing professional development opportunities and hands-on experience.  

Features of our 2023 Graduate Development Program include:   

• A 2-year rotation program
• A permanent employment opportunity at ANSTO on successful completion of the program
• A significant investment in professional development and access to support networks
• The opportunity to be mentored by some of Australia’s brightest minds and senior leaders

We ask that you are in your final year of study or have recently completed a degree in one of the following: 

• Nuclear Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering (including robotics & automation)
• Instrumentational & Control (I&C) Engineering (including robotics & automation)
• Microbiologist
• Radiochemist
• Data Scientist/Analytics
• Business Studies/Social Sciences

Note: Please see full details below 

Why choose ANSTO?

ANSTO looks for graduates who are passionate about making a contribution to Australian society through supporting nuclear science and technology. ANSTO leverages great science to deliver big outcomes. We partner with scientists and engineers and apply new technologies to provide real-world benefits. Our work improves human health, saves lives, builds our industries and protects the environment.  

Safe, Secure, and Sustainable are three key principles that underpin everything we do and every decision we make. 

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

To be eligible for an appointment, you will require a security and pre-employment medical assessment. All applicants must be Australian citizens.  

If you require further information please email Regan Beckinsale, Early Career Talent and Development Leader.

Applications close: Wednesday 20 July 2022

Electrical Engineering - contribute to the design, installation and commissioning of new projects by the provision of electrical engineering and power electronics expertise and capability. Produce electrical designs and manufacturing drawings using software packages such as AutoCAD, PowerCAD, PSIM and drive improvements in the AutoCAD drafting function.  

Mechatronics Engineering - provides quality engineering design, project management and support services to various engineering projects. Apply mechatronics skills to provide innovative and effective solutions to engineering projects and problems. 

Instrumentational & Control (I&C) Engineering - provide technical input into specific engineering packages and ensure engineering and process systems are designed and validated from concept through to deployment. Assist in the design and development of nuclear and non-nuclear electrical, control, and instrumentation engineering problems. 

Microbiologists - perform a range of microbiological activities within our sterile injectable radiopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, including microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, data processing and report writing. Ensure manufacturing and microbiological testing are carried out as per current GMP guidelines for a reliable supply of radiopharmaceuticals to the market.   

Radiochemist - provide an expert contribution to the Radiochemistry capabilities of the Biosciences platform, by undertaking research and development to enable the delivery of new radiotracers for research and commercial users.  Contribute to the development and enhancement of the Biosciences platform capabilities in synthetic chemistry, radiolabelling with PET and SPECT radioisotopes and radioanalytical measurements and separations.  

Data Scientist/Analytics - you will be challenged to understand client problems and business objectives and provide analytical solutions to meet their needs using advanced financial, behavioural and statistical modelling, programming, machine learning and data visualisation techniques. You will also have opportunities to use data as evidence to inform and influence business policies and processes at ANSTO. 

Business Studies/Social Sciences - the opportunity to apply knowledge and skills across the multidisciplinary nature of business and social sciences at ANSTO. You will gain insight into areas such as corporate affairs, finance, legal, regulatory and governance, risk and human resources. If you wish to apply for this discipline, please select "Data Scientist/Analytics" in the application form and reference this in your cover letter.