How to apply

Each vacancy at ANSTO will be accompanied by an advertisement, selection criteria and a position description that can be downloaded from this website. It should form the basis of an application.

For those seeking employment at ANSTO, your application must contain:

• A cover letter
• A curriculum vitae (resume), and
• Online responses to selection criteria questions.

Selection criteria

Selection criteria are a fundamental part of ANSTO's job application process. They describe the skills, abilities, knowledge, any required formal qualifications and personal qualities an individual needs to perform a role effectively.

They ensure that each candidate, irrespective of background or experience, is assessed on the same criteria, delivering equality of opportunity in a process that is fair to all.

Addressing selection criteria

To effectively addressing selection criteria, you must:

• Demonstrate that you are capable of performing the role by providing evidence of how you meet the selection criteria
• Provide specific examples - do not generalise
• Include indicators of success or results, wherever possible.

It is also helpful if your name is on each page of the document.

Completing a selection criteria statement

Use positive and concise language

It is important to avoid ambiguous or unclear expressions such as "involved in" or "assisted", expressions that make it difficult to understand exactly what the applicant did.

Words and phrases that reduce credibility, such as "some", "a little" or "limited", should also be avoided.

Avoid unsupported claims about capabilities

Re-read the criteria and responses. This is to ensure there are no errors and that all requirements have been addressed.

Reference Checks

Candidates are asked to provide names and contact details of professional/work related referee's as part of their application.

Late applications

Late applications will not be accepted.

In addition, persons who expressing interest in applying for a position without lodging an actual application, will not be considered. A full application must be received.

Short listing

Short listing of applicants commences soon after the closing date for applications.

Completion of a short listing may take several weeks to complete, depending on the number of applications received.

This will be done by a selection committee which will consider applicants against the selection criteria. Only those who demonstrate the strongest claims will be selected for an interview. Applicants not selected for an interview will be notified by email.

The interview

Short listed candidates will be contacted by an ANSTO staff member and invited to an interview.

These are conducted by a panel. Questions are structured and based on the selection criteria associated with the position.

Preparation

To prepare for interview, applicants should again review the selection criteria and consider examples of how the criteria have been met in current and/or previous employment.

The panel will seek specific, rather than hypothetical examples. Panel members will especially want to hear of the applicant's personal involvement and contribution.

Responses must be detailed and specific: outlining the situation, explaining the applicant's involvement and outlining the result.

Employment

All successful applicants for positions at ANSTO are required to undergo security and medical assessments. Citizenship requirements must also be met. Details are provided at interviews.