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DATES FOR PRESENTING MATERIAL Adherence to the following dates will enable the printing of materials to be scheduled effectively and printing deadlines to be met (within reason).
Distance Education Units
Submit by Friday 26 May
Ready for first despatch of course material by the Centre for Open Education (COE) in early June.
Internal Units
Submit by Monday 5 June
Ready for commencement of classes Monday 24 July
Internal and Distance Education Unit
(for sale in the Co-op Bookshop)
Submit by Monday 5 June
Ready for sale by Monday 17 July
Steve Clifton
Acting Printery Manager
THE MEDIA OFFICE CAN HELP YOU!Often major research findings or reports are launched at conferences or other events and are then reported in the media. The Media Office might then receive a barrage of phone calls from journalists wishing to interview the researchers, and we are often not able to find them - especially if they are still at the conference!
So that your University's media staff can proactively manage the media in these situations, provide relevant contact details, and ensure maximum exposure for you and Macquarie, we would appreciate it if you would let us know beforehand when you are about to release something that might attract media interest.
Please contact Kathy Vozella, Media Officer,
on x7456 or e-mail k.vozella@vc.mq.edu.au
to discuss your plans and needs for releasing and promoting your research.
VENUES FOR DISCUSSION GROUP19 May: Emeritus Professor
Edwin Judge: The Republic Revisited, now in E6A 131
16 June: Professor John Croucher:
Gambling for Fun, Profit and Education, now in E6A 131.
21 July: Professor Philip
Bell: Persuasion and the Media, now in E6A 102
Barry Leal, Carrick Martin
Convenors
GIVE BLOOD THIS MONTHSession times are as follows:
Tuesday 30 May
10.00am - 3.45pm
Wednesday 31 May 9.45am - 3.45pm
Thursday 1 June
9.45am - 3.45pm
Friday
2 June 9.45am - 3.00pm
Every year thousands of Australians are the recipients
of blood and life-giving products made from blood. Some are victims of
accidents, others victims of diseases. They range from the very old to
babies born with immune deficiency disorders; from patients undergoing
routine surgery to those battling long-term illness such as cancer or kidney
failure. All these people rely on the goodwill of voluntary blood donors
- the unsung heroes of our community. For further information phone 13
14 95.
SESSIONAL TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES AT SIBTExpressions of interest are invited from university staff to deliver lecture and tutorial classes in the following units on campus:
ECON 110, ECON 111, ACST 101;STAT 170, BBA 101, BBA 102, BBA 111, COMP 123, COMP 124, COMP 125, MATH 130, MATH 135, ELEC 166, EAP 100, LING 109, CUL 100, MAS 104, MAS 106, PHIL 134.
Units will be offered subject to course confirmation and student enrolments.
By agreement with the University, academic staff may lecture in SIBT programs on a casual basis with the approval of the Head of Division. Maximum class size is 50 students in lectures and 25 students in tutorials. Classes are presented in block teaching format. Semester 2 dates for SIBT are 26 June to 6 October. (Olympic Break 14 to 29 September).
The following hourly rates currently apply for teaching at SIBT, plus the required superannuation contribution:
Initial Lecture: $115
Initial Tutorial: $60.00
Further information can be obtained from Andrew Dawkins
x6233 or e-mail: adawkins@sibt.nsw.edu.au
WORLD BANK WORLDWIDE INTERNET DISCUSSIONThis electronic conference, the first in a proposed series on this topic, will build on the broad public debate on the impact of globalization on the world's poor that is occurring in the context of the World Bank/IMF Spring Meetings in Washington, DC.
Open to anyone with access to electronic mail, the E-conference will bring together activists, scholars, development specialists, staff of the World Bank and other international institutions, the media, NGOs, and others who deal with these issues on a daily basis. The four-week conference will not seek to cover every issue or settle every disagreement relative to the impact of globalization on development and poverty. Rather, its aim will be to clarify the dimensions of the debate, the state of our knowledge of the key issues, the main areas of disagreement, and the areas of greatest need for further analysis. In this fashion, it will lay the groundwork for a proposed longer series of electronic conferences over the next several months devoted to a more in-depth investigation of the issues.
Many have observed that, in the recent public debates on these matters, there has been a tendency for those with differing views to "talk past each other". The goal of this electronic conference is to chart the dimensions of the debate, so as to permit a longer, more focused and more productive public discussion of these issues in the months ahead.
The electronic conference will be hosted by the World Bank's online discussion facility, the Development Forum -http://www.worldbank.org/devforum - and co-moderated by a team from the World Bank Institute and the Panos Institute London. The Panos Institute London is an independent non-governmental organisation working to stimulate open debate on development issues, and particularly to facilitate access to such debates by people in developing countries.
To permit greater participation from developing countries, the discussion will be in the form of a moderated e-mail list, archived to the Development Forum website, with links to related sites and background information on globalization and development. The organisers will make a special effort to reach out to networks in developing countries to invite greater global participation in the debate.
Participants will be welcome to post messages in English, French, Spanish or Portuguese. While messages will not be translated, the moderators will take into account messages in all four languages in their preparation of the weekly discussion summaries, and these summaries will be made available in all four languages.
The proposed themes for the four weeks of the discussion are as follows:
Week 1: Globalization, Development and Poverty: what do we know? This first week will focus on "taking the measure" of the issues; trying to understand better what we know, what we don't know, what the fundamental disagreements are; what some of the underlying assumptions of the debate are.
Week 2: Poverty, Basic Needs, and Development. The second week will focus in particular on the world's poorest and their stake in the debate, particularly by focusing on basic needs (such as food security) and how they relate to globalization and its impact.
Week 3: Modes of Development. Underlying much of the debate about globalization is a set of disagreements about models of growth, consumption and sustainability. The third week will focus on mapping those issues, particularly relating to whether globalization imposes or implies a dominant mode of development.
Week 4: Whose Development? Globalization, Empowerment and the Poor. The fourth week will focus on how globalization shapes and constrains the choices facing nations and communities (and particularly the poor) about their development.
To sign up, go to http://www.worldbank.org/and
click on the E-conference link. After you have signed up, various options
exist, and you can elect not to receive all posted messages or to receive
a digest by sending an e-mail to:
lyris@lists.worldbank.org
TRAIN FOR CITY TO SURF!If you need help with a training schedule, come to training at the gym every Wednesday morning, starting at 7.00am on Wednesday 17 May. The cost is $6.50 per person.
A bus to and from the City to Surf will be available again this year at a cost of $10 (to be paid at the Union Spot). The $10 includes a T-shirt for the event and a barbecue at Bondi. This offer is limited to the first 80 people to apply.
For more information on the Wednesday training group,
contact Malcolm Boyes, Sports Association Recreation Officer, on
x9484 or 0414 680 568.
TIME FOR QUIET REFLECTIONAll services are held in Building W5C 211. Dates
this semester are Monday 15 May and Monday 12 June from 1.10
to 1.50pm. For further information please contact Rev Peter Walker on x7597.
APN CALL FOR PROPOSALSGeneral Scope of the APN Call for Proposals 2000
The APN is prepared to support activities in the
field of global environmental change relating to
Developing Regional Cooperation on Global Change
Research
The primary goal of the APN is to develop regional
cooperation on global change research in Asia and the Pacific. Accordingly
projects submitted to the APN must involve significant regional cooperation.
The APN will not fund one-country projects. A major reason for inviting
pre-proposals is to assist potential proponents to identify regional collaborators.
Full APN Proposals must involve at least three APN approved countries,
two
of
which must be developing countries.
APN Areas of Scientific Interest
The APN is primarily concerned with global environmental
change issues that involve the integration of natural science with social
and economic factors. The Human Dimensions of Global Change is therefore
central to the APN Research Framework. Proposals must directly address
one or more of the following areas of interest to the APN:
Climate Change and Variability
Changes in Coastal Zones and Inland Waters
Changes in Atmospheric Composition
Changes in Terrestrial Ecosystems and Biodiversity
Note: In this Call for Proposals the APN is giving particular emphasis to Climate Change and Variability and The Human Dimensions of Global Change.
Pre-Proposals
The APN welcomes pre-proposals at any time. However,
following a review of its proposal process the APN has decided to introduce
a formal pre-proposal system in order to help proponents to strengthen
their proposals, to provide opportunities to combine similar proposals
into broader regional projects, and to assist proponents to confirm the
compatibility of their proposals with APN Guidelines.
The APN will respond to all pre-proposals with feedback and suggested improvements, and will provide assistance in identifying suitable collaborators in the region, as appropriate.
For those intending to submit a proposal in 2000, the deadline for pre-proposals is 9 June 2000.
Deadline for Full Proposals
The deadline for full proposals is 30 September
2000.
Format for Proposals and Further Information
Guidance on the format for pre-proposals and full
proposals is set out in the APN Call for Proposals 2000 - Guide for
Proponents which gives a full explanation of the proposal process,
the criteria against which proposals will be judged. Proponents should
be careful to use the new, updated guide and should not follow the procedures
from previous years. Copies can be downloaded from APN homepage http://www.apn.gr.jp
or
are available by e-mail, fax or post from the Secretariat.
For further information on the APN Call for Proposals
please contact Dr Gerhard Breulmann, Program Manager, APN Secretariat,
IHD Centre Building 5F, 1-5-1 Wakinohama Kaigan Dori, Chuo-Ku Kobe 651-0073,
Japan. Tel: +81 78 230 8017, fax: +81 78 230 8018, e-mail: info@apn.gr.jp
ARTS AND CRAFTS SEARCH ENGINEYou will find information about the Contemporary Design Craft Expo at the Royal Hall of Industries, Fox Studios, Moore Park from 1 to 4 June.
Later in the year you can watch for the Australian Craft Show at the Sydney Showground and Exhibition Complex at Homebush Bay produced by Auscraft (www.auscraft.com.au)
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New TV Nights
Turn on, tune in and lounge out with SAM's new TV
night from 7.30pm every Monday night in the Bar with: Friends, Ally
McBeal, Spin City and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. All on the giant
screen with free slices of gourmet pizza - be quick, as they won't last!
State of Origin II
Catch all the excitement of State of Origin II on
the big screen in the Bar from 7.00pm on Wednesday 24 May and take
advantage of our half time Beer and Dinner Deal.
Annual General Meeting
The AGM of Macquarie University Union Limited will
be held in The Macquarie Atrium on 24 May at 1.00pm.
Indigenous Celebration Week
Indigenous Celebration Week is from 22 to 26
May. Watch out for the Bush Tucker BBQ, Darug art sales and hot indigenous
Northern Territory band NoKturnal on Tuesday 23 May at lunchtime
in the Courtyard (or Bar if it rains). There will also be a surprise appearance
by one of the country's leading indigenous sportspersons. See What's
Up for more details.
New Look for the Courtview
Restaurant
The Courtview Restaurant has a brand new look. Come
and visit the fresh, modern Courtview and try our new Autumn menu, including
hearty dishes such as Curry Lamb Pie, Szechwan Peppered Steak and Tuscan
Soup as well as lighter alternatives such as Smoked Salmon Tartlet and
Baby Octopus Risotto. All meals are still under $10.
The Courtview is on Level 2 of the SAM Building, is fully licensed and open Monday to Friday, 12 noon to 2.30pm. Reservations are advised on x7609 or by e-mail to admin@union.mq.edu.au(please remember to include your phone number, as e-mail reservations are confirmed by phone).
Passing Show
Issue 3 of Passing Show is out now. Pick
up a copy at any of the red SAM boxes around campus.
SAM… the new name
Students At Macquarie (SAM) is the new name that
Macquarie University Union Limited has adopted for the new century.
Emma Walters, x7045
SAM Events/Member Services Manager
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http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au
Click on the "What's New" icon
for the most current information
Centre for Professional
Development: Activities and Enrolments
Further information about CPD programs and services
is available on the renovated homepage (http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au)
You
can now enrol online for CPD workshops and seminars - just select the workshop
you wish to attend and follow the links to enrol. (Please note that you
will need to have your staff number handy.)
Budgeting and Accounting
to Support Strategic Objectives
Monday 15 May 9.30am - 4.30pm E6A 116
Facilitators: Stephen Marshall and staff members
from the University Executive and the
Office of Financial Services
Enquiries: Alison Cameron, x7598
Reflective Teachers Special
Interest Group
Tuesday 16 May 1.00 - 2.00pm E6A 116
Disciplinary Differences in Teaching - Can we learn from each other? Moya Adams reports on themes from the York University 1999 Improving Student Learning Symposium entitled Disciplinary Differences in Learning and Teaching.
Are there common principles for teaching and learning across disciplines? What can we learn from each other in different disciplines? Bring your lunch, tea and coffee provided.
Facilitator: Moya Adams
Enquiries: Moya Adams, x8446
ARC Small Grant Scheme:
Information for Applicants
Thursday 18 May 1.00 - 2.00pm E6A 116
This workshop provides participants with information about the ARC Small Grant Scheme, and an opportunity to ask questions of those who will be assessing these applications about their preparation.
Facilitators: Peter Bergquist, Members of
ARC Small Grant Selection Panel
Enquiries: Alison Cameron, x7598
The Code of Conduct and
Ethical Practice for Researchers
Monday 22 May 1.00 - 3.00pm E6A 116
Lunch will be provided from 12.30pm
What does it mean to be an ethical researcher?
This workshop will provide participants with up
to date information about:
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Media mentions: While we use a commercial print media monitoring service, it sometimes misses the mentions and it does not cover radio or television. To ensure a more comprehensive and accurate MACQUARIE IN THE MEDIA column, please always let us know whenever you have been a subject or an author of any print media item, including reviews of your work or letters-to-the-editor from you. This column relies on your help for mentions in, or appearances on, the electronic media. Kindly forward the information by email to Kathy Vozella: kvozella@vc.mq.edu.au by fax to (9850) 9457; or through internal mail to W6B 148.
Dr Gayle Avery (MGSM): says praise or acknowledgment is one of the three great motivators (the others are interesting work and being kept informed), but Australians are uncomfortable with feedback of any kind, negative as well as positive, The Weekend Australian, 6 May
Ms Belinda Baker (law graduate): became Macquarie's first medallist in law for outstanding achievement throughout her degree, Manly Daily, 22 April
Mr Tim Besley (Chancellor): says the link between our knowledge base and the nation's economic success is critical, but universities must be prepared to accept reforms as a condition of increased investment, The Weekend Australian, 6 May
Dr Suzan Burton (MGSM): believes the potential impact of e-tailing on traditional retailers has been overstated, B&T Weekly, 14 April
Sir John Carrick (Doctor of Letters honoris causa, Macquarie University): told graduates he viewed education as the tool for drawing out the potential of the child - spiritual, intellectual, moral and physical, Campus Review, 26 April - 2 May
Associate Professor Frank Clarke (Modern History): ran a special Easter segment of the Big History Question nationwide over the local and regional radio network, ABC Radio, 21 April; presented his regular series on Australian Prime Ministers - Sir Joseph Cook, Radio 2BL, 26 April
Professor Max Coltheart (Psychology): will be speaking on Capgras syndrome as part of a National Science Week lecture on May 10 at Macquarie, focusing on the connections between brain damage and delusory belief, The Northern District Times, 26 April; ABC Radio 2BL, 5 May
Professor John Croucher (Statistics): has been appointed chair of the Responsible Gaming Committee, North Shore Times, 5 April
Ms Zelda D'Aprano (Doctor of Laws honoris causa, Macquarie University): told graduates that her honorary doctorate recognised a lifetime spent campaigning against injustices and a greater quality of life for all, Campus Review, 26 April-2 May; Northern District Times, 3 May
Associate Professor Alma Fleet (Institute of Early Childhood): wrote a Letter to the Editor saying that Leunig and Bettina Arndt's representations about child care were simplistic, and that the focus of the debate should be on quality, The Sydney Morning Herald, 3 May
Mr Graham Godbee (MGSM): said high school study in entrepreneurship is needed and that Australia needs to create an entrepreneurial culture that will encourage more people to take a risk on new ventures, The Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April
Professor James Guthrie (MGSM): said, in an article about the pressure new-economy innovation is putting on the patent system, that the issue is not just legal property rights - investors and other stakeholders are trying to understand the complexity of valuing the contribution of these new systems, Business Review Weekly, 5 May
Mr Sooksan Kantabutra (DBA candidate, MGSM): wrote an article about what management consultants do, The Nation (a major English language newspaper in Thailand), 10 January
Dr Christiana Kohler (Ancient History): led the team of people who were the first in more than 4,500 years to enter a tomb in the ancient Egyptian cemetery of Helwan near Cairo, The Sydney Morning Herald, 29 April
Dr Denise Leith: who is an authority on the Freeport mining operation, spoke at a conference at the University of Sydney launching a project to study the controversial Indonesian province of West Papua, Campus Review, 26 April - 2 May
Mr Nicholas Milton (Macquarie Trio): has scored the post of permanent guest conductor with the Zagreb Philharmonic Orchestra, but plans to maintain his Australian-based commitments which include violinist with the Macquarie Trio, The Sydney Morning Herald, 28 April; The Age, 1 May
Dr George Parsons (Modern History): wrote a Letter to the Editor about the knowledge of the Swans crowd, The Australian, 28 April; participated in a panel discussion about barracking, ABC Radio 2BL, 20 April
Dr Stuart Piggin (Robert Menzies College): urged the new Primate of Australia, Dr Peter Carnley who said the Anglican Diocese of Sydney was moving towards female ordination, to be more careful in his public statements, The Sydney Morning Herald, 28 April
Mr Andrew Piggott (chemistry graduate): spent his honours year synthesising chemical compounds known as sulphonamides, which could one day be used by organ transplant patients to help combat the problem of organ rejection, Manly Daily, 22 April
Ms Wendy Russell (psychology student): is now in the first year of her Bachelor of Psychology Honours degree and is also assistant director for the next Marian Street Children's Theatre show, The North Shore Times, 3 May
Ms Saiedeh Saghafi (Australian Optical Society postgraduate research award winner): hopes her success will encourage other Iranian students to travel to Australia to study, Campus Review, 26 April - 2 May
Ms Lucy Surgeon (graduate): completed a degree in Mass Communications - television production from Macquarie University and is now a production secretary with ABC TV, The Sydney Morning Herald, 3 May
Mr Sean Turnell (Economics): wrote in a Letter to the Editor that by far the largest portion of the heroin on Sydney's streets comes from Burma and the attempt by Burma's Ambassador to justify his regime's policies in the pages of our free press insults the intelligence of us all, The Sydney Morning Herald, 2 May
Dr Judy Ungerer (Linguistics and Psychology): was a co-author of a report which found that informal childcare provided by babysitters, relatives and friends is likely to have a detrimental effect on a child's development, including their ability to cope with the first year of school, The Australian, 2 May; The Herald-Sun, 3 May; 7.30 Report ABC TV, 2 May; Today Show Channel 9, 4 May; The Newcastle Herald, 6 May; report findings supported in Eva Cox's column in The Australian, 5 May;
Dr Andrew Vincent (Politics): was part of a three member team visiting Kuwait to promote Australia as a desirable alternative to post secondary education to Britain or North America, The Kuwait Times, 16 April
Mr Rawdon Waller (Philosophy graduate): was awarded the University Medal for Philosophy for his honours thesis which delved into the world of the conscious mind, The North Shore Times, 3 May
Mr McKenzie Wark (Media): says that what is absent from David Williamson's play, The Great Man, is an inability to think of a political and cultural world where people's more dubious motives can be made to yield a positive outcome. He argues this is symptomatic of the Left, The Australian, 26 April; last year described Johanna Griggs as having a talent for being ordinary, The Sun-Herald, 7 May
Professor Di Yerbury (Vice-Chancellor): said the awarding of an honorary doctorate to NSW Police Commissioner Peter Ryan was a unanimous vote of the university, The Sun-Herald, 23 April; was a guest at an International Women's Day breakfast where she said that despite advances of many women there was still gender inequality, especially in politics, Northern District Times, 8 March
A one-day seminar on King Arthur was be held at Macquarie University on Saturday 29 April, The Sydney Morning Herald, 22 April
A Macquarie University documentary series on innovative arts companies featured the Illawarra theatre company, the New Australian Theatre Group, The Illawarra Mercury, 21 April
Ryde Council beat Macquarie University'sbid for an aquatic centre to hold the Olympic water polo heats, and now ratepayers are facing a 9 percent increase in rates to fund the Council's budget blowout, The Northern District Times, 19 April
Macquarie University takes on Manly in Australian Football on Sat 29 April at Macquarie University, The Manly Daily, 20 April
Macquarie University's Open Education Centre facilitates enrolment in non-award units within the university, which may be credited towards a degree should students choose to go further with their studies, The Sydney Morning Herald, 26 April
The Macquarie Graduate School of Management will open a new centre for entrepreneurship this year, complementing the activities of Macquarie University which plans to include a business incubator centre in its research park, The Sydney Morning Herald, 27 April
Macquarie University presented an honorary doctorate to NSW Police Commissioner Peter Ryan, The Sun-Herald, 28 April
Parking for the Olympics at park and ride sites will be free with the exception of one at Macquarie University, The Liverpool Leader, 26 April
Macquarie University's UAI this year for the Bachelor of Education degree was 70.10, the lowest required by that university. The highest required by Macquarie University for actuarial and legal studies was 98.50, The Australian Financial Review, 1 May
The Macquarie Trio plays piano trios by Beethoven and Rachmaninov, and the Brahms Horn Trio with Robert Johnson on Wednesday in Melba Hall, The Age, 1 May
The Wiggles arose from a merger between students of Early Childhood Education at Macquarie University in Sydney and members of a rock band with the most untoddler-friendly name of the Cockroaches, The Age, 1 May
Macquarie University's new student accommodation is being built with steel building frames due to the threat of termite damage and will initially house officials from the Canadian Olympic team, The Blacktown City Guardian, 26 April
The Macquarie Trio's Subscription Series is one of Melbourne's best-kept secrets, The Herald-Sun, 5 May; the audience for the Macquarie Trio's latest subscription concert in St James Church definitely took a shine to Rachmaninov's Trio Elegiaque No 2 in D Minor, The Australian, 8 May; The Sydney Morning Herald, 8 May
Macquarie University's Australian Centre for Egyptology is presenting a special conference, Egypt in Turmoil - The Amarna Age, The Sydney Weekly, 2 May
Macquarie University's popular series of free Sunday afternoon concerts is now in its 15th year and will recommence on 7 May, The Sydney Weekly, 2 May
Macquarie University Special Education Centre Early Years Program is holding a Play School concert as part of their fund raising efforts for 2000, The Sydney Weekly, 2 May
Macquarie University's midyear enrolment applications close on 2 June and where last year's HSC students are concerned, only those who made the course cutoff in the main NSW UAC round last January will be eligible to apply, The Weekend Australian, 6 May
Macquarie University
is charging Olympic Games officials $5,460 for a three-week stay on-campus,
including breakfast, while room prices are normally listed from $3,317
to $4,185 per semester,
The Sunday Telegraph, 7 May
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Asia-Pacific Conference
on Problem-Based Learning
4 to 7 December 2000, Singapore
This conference, with the theme Problem-Based Learning:
Educational Innovation Across Disciplines, has a website at http://www.tp.edu.sg/pblconference
Abstracts of 200 words for papers, symposia or workshops should be submitted
only as an e-mail attachment to pblcentre@tp.edu.sg
Suggested topics are managing the PBL process, cognitive development of
students in PBL, assessment in PBL, curriculum development in PBL, innovative
teaching techniques in PBL, effective problem design, facilitation in PBL,
staff development in PBL, preparation and motivation of students in PBL,
IT and PBL, PBL across cultures and languages, PBL practices in industry,
PBL and the knowledge-based economy, PBL and the learning organisation,
PBL and life-long learning, industry feedback about PBL, students'/graduates'
perspectives on PBL and staff perspectives and reactions to PBL.
Keynote speakers at the conference will come from Canada, Hong Kong and USA. Demands of our changing world point to the need for a new paradigm in education. The search for educational methodologies that emphasize real world challenges, higher-order thinking, independent learning and interpersonal skills appears to have a confluence in the holistic approach of problem-based learning.
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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
Australian Academy of Science-sponsored grants for
international collaboration in scientific research are detailed on the
web at http://www.science.org.au/internat
Grants inclulde Scientific Visits to Europe, Korea, China, Japan, Taiwan,
USA, Canada and Mexico, as well as Postdoctoral Fellowships in Japan and
Korea. Awards for young Australian Researchers cover Europe and USA.
Information and application forms can be found on the web (as above) or from the Academy of Science International Programs, GPO Box 783, Canberra ACT 2601; fax 6257 4620 or e-mail is@science.org.au
CANADIAN STUDIES AWARDS
Applications for the following awards for academics
and researchers in the arts, social sciences and humanities have closing
dates in September and November as marked below. Topics within the social
sciences and humanities which lend themselves most readily to Canadian
Studies include business studies, economics, law, international relations,
public administration, history, politics, geography, arts, literature in
English or French, linguistics, education, communications policy, media
studies, planning, science policy, social administration, environmental
studies, architecture, and other related fields.
Specific awards are outlined below. For further information visit the ACSANZ website at http://www.powerup.com.au/~acsanz/
For guidelines and application forms contact Canadian High Commission, Academic & Public Affairs Section, Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra ACT 2600. Phone 6270 4000, fax 6270 4083, e-mail: eva.zarka@dfait-maeci.gc.ca
Canada-Asia Pacific Award
in Canadian Studies (CAPA)
This program assists scholars in higher eduction
institutions or research and policy planning institutes in the Asia-Pacific
Region to undertake short-term research, including collaborative research,
contributing to the understanding of bilateral and multilateral relations
between Canada and the Asia-Pacific Region. Up to two awards are made annually,
each consisting of a grant ranging between C$5,000 and C$10,000 to assist
with direct costs related to the research project and, when a research
trip to Canada is warranted, providing assistance towards international
airfare and a weekly flat rate allowance for a period not exceeding five
weeks. (Deadline: 30 September.)
Faculty Research Program
(FRP)
To assist individual academics in universities and
research institutes to undertake short-term research about Canada or aspects
of Canada's bilateral relations with Australia and New Zealand, including
interdisciplinary and comparative studies within the social sciences and
humanities. The maximum value of any one award is C$5,900, consisting of
the international airfare, domestic trave and living expenses for a minimum
of three weeks and a maximum of four weeks. (Deadline: 30 September.)
Faculty Enrichment Program
(FEP)
To assist academics in higher education institutions
to develop and teach courses about Canada, including comparative courses
where not less than 50% of the teaching time is spent on the Canadian portion.
The maximum value of any one award is C$5,900, consisting of the international
airfare, domestic travel and living expenses for a minimum of three weeks
and a maximum of four weeks. (Deadline: 30 September.)
ACSANZ Postgraduate Awards
for Canadian Studies
Up to three grants valued at A$2,800 for Master
and Doctoral candidates engaged in research into Canadian Studies or comparative
topics to undertake research trips to Canada for up to six months duration.
Deadline:
30 September.
ICCS Graduate Student Thesis
/ Dissertation Scholarship
Five grants world-wide of C$3,500 for Master and
Doctoral candidates to undertake thesis-related research on Canada at a
Canadian university for four to six weeks. Deadline: 15 November.
Canadian Studies Academic
Internship Program
Teaching or research internships (assistantships)
of one to three months duration at a Canadian or foreign university with
a Canadian Studies Program. Grants of C$2,500 per month plus return airline
ticket. Applicants must have completed a doctoral degree on a topic primarily
related to Canada, and not be employed in a full-time university teaching
position. Deadline: 15 November.
Program for International
Research Linkages (PIRL)
Valued at up to C$8,000 this program aims to promote
and facilitate international collaborative research between research teams
from Canada and one or more countries where Canadian Studies are represented.
Specifically, the PIRL will fund research seminars or other forms of research
linkages Deadline: 15 November. Website: http://www.powerup.com.au/~acsanz/
NEW MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
The Hebrew University of
Jerusalem, Rothberg International School
Graduate Fellowships
Each fellowship is worth US$15,000. Candidates must
have completed their undergraduate degree and have exhibited academic excellence.
Any candidate to an MA or full-year Graduate Program may apply.
Undergraduate Merit Scholarships
Each scholarship is worth US$10,000. Candidates
must have completed at least three semesters of university study, have
exhibited academic excellence and enrol at the Rothberg international School
for a full academic year. Application deadline: 15 May 2000. For
more information contact The Australian Friends of the Hebrew University,
Justine Chait, phone: 9332 4060, e-mail
study_fhu@sydneyoffice.comWebsite:
http://overseas.huji.ac.il
RIVER BASIN MANAGEMENT SOCIETY
(INC)
ERNEST JACKSON MEMORIAL
RESEARCH GRANTS
The River Basin Management Society exists to further
river basin management practice, including education, training, research
and development. A total sum $5,000 is available for grants in 2000. The
Society will provide grants of up to $2,000 to assist tertiary students
undertaking research in the field of river basin management. PhD, Master
and 4th year honours level students undertaking relevant research are encouraged
to apply. Closing date: 31 May 2000. Further information and application
form is available from the Postgraduate Studies Section (Level 3, Room
328 Lincoln Building).
TURKISH GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP
2000/2001
Scholarships are available for year 12 graduates
who would like to study or are currently studying at universities in Turkey.
Students who do not have enough knowledge of the Turkish language will
have Turkish language courses in the first year. Monthly scholarship of
47.5 million Turkish Lira. Closing date: 10 July 2000.
Further information and application form is available from the Postgraduate Studies Section (Level 3, Room 328 Lincoln Building).
AUSTRALIAN POSTGRADUATE
SCHOLARSHIPS TO THE LONDON
SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS 2000-2001
The Australian Friends of the London School of Economics
(LSE) wish to offer two scholarships, each valued at $A4,000, to assist
Australian students who are undertaking postgraduate studies at the LSE.
To be eligible, students must be Australian citizens and either be starting
a course this year or be currently enrolled as postgraduate students at
the LSE.
Applicants are invited to send a statement giving details of the course they are undertaking, a curriculum vitae and evidence that they meet the above criteria. Applications close on 1 August 2000 and should be sent to Professor Russell Lansbury, Associate Dean (Research), Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Sydney NSW 2006. Fax 9351 4729, e-mail: r.lansbury@econ.usyd.edu.au
FRENCH GOVERNMENT SCIENTIFIC
FELLOWSHIPS 2001
In the year 2001, the Embassy of France in Canberra
will manage a limited number of scientific fellowships offered by the French
Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Paris to enable Australian scientists, involved
in French-Australian scientific research projects, to visit the French
host laboratory or institution in order to pursue their current collaborative
research, to complete their training or to implement a well-defined project
that can be beneficial to Australia and France. The fellowships are tenable
for a duration of three to six months, and must be taken up during 2001,
between March and December 2001.
Applicants may be working in any field of natural, basic and applied science, in engineering, or in a field associated with cultural aspects of science. Proposals will be assessed on scientific merit and on the applicant's qualifications and achievements. It is recommended that applicants avoid planning to visit France during the French holiday seasons, such as during July and August.
Interested applicants should provide a detailed program of the proposed collaboration; a statement outlining why the research or training should be carried in France, and how it would benefit France and Australia; and a letter of acceptance from the host laboratory or institution.
Applicants should be able to communicate in French or be prepared to undertake refresher courses prior to departure, be between 25 and 40 years old at 1 January 2001, be an Australian citizen living and working in Australia, possess tertiary academic qualifications, and have at least two years experience in scientific research.
Each fellowship provides a monthly allowance ranging from FF 5,500 to FF 5,800 (roughly A$1,25 to A$1,500), and basic medical cover. Airfares, other costs of travel and of accommodation are not provided, and there are no benefits for dependants. The closing date for receipt of applications is 15 August 2000. Application forms are available from our website: http://www.france.net.au/frames_eng.html For further information, please contact Jeanine Mordek, phone 6216 0139 or 6216 0100, fax 6216 0156 , e-mail: jmordek@france.net.au
JULIAN SMALL FOUNDATION
RESEARCH GRANT 2000
Applications are sought from postgraduate and undergraduate
students who are undertaking research and involved in the study of law,
or the study of industrial relations. Julian Small was one of Australia's
leading industrial lawyers. The Foundation was established with a generous
donation from Julian's partners at Minter Ellison and has many other supporters.
The Foundation's annual grant has a maximum value of $6,000. The Trustee
Directors may, in their discretion, also make available a second grant
of up to $4,000. The successful applicant will be chosen on the basis of
a research proposal which clearly sets out how the research will advance
thinking and practice in the area of employment law and industrial relations
in Australia.
Closing date: Friday 18 August 2000. Application
forms may be obtained from the Postgraduate Studies Section (Level 3, Room
328 Lincoln Building) x7277.
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IT VACANCIES
As an innovative university, Macquarie University
provides a flexible, friendly and collegiate work environment for research,
teaching, learning and community outreach activities. It has on campus
day care, staff recreation clubs, societies and fitness and sporting facilities.
The University is located next to its growing Research Park and a leading
shopping centre in the leafy North Ryde area and has direct and easy bus
access from the city and most suburbs in Sydney.
OFFICE OF INFORMATION SERVICES
Information Projects Unit
The Information Projects Unit of the Office of Information
Services is seeking applications for three positions to work as part of
a small team on the development of the University's corporate website.
Internet Services Technical Administrator (Level 8) (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 18386. The appointee will be responsible for the management, development and maintenance of the University's central Internet servers. Applicants must have demonstrated experience with the management and development of a large website; with a sound knowledge of Internet protocols and web services; excellent oral and written communication skills; problem solving skills and ability to work as part of a team; and proved ability to interact effectively with senior management. Preference will be given to applicants with a relevant tertiary degree; knowledge and experience with Apache, Internet Information Server, CGI, Perl, XML and administrator knowledge of Unix, NT and Macintosh environments. The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months. Remuneration package and further information: See below.
Senior Database Developer (Level 8) (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 18907. The appointee will identify, specify, design, build and maintain databases for the University. The appointee will be required to work with customers to plan, develop and implement database solutions. Applicants must have demonstrated knowldege of database design and development; excellent oral and written communication skills; problem solving skills; ability to work as part of a team; and proved ability to interact effectively with senior management. Preference will be given to applicants with a relevant tertiary degree; knowledge of Oracle, MS Access, HTML, SQL and ASP. The position is available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis for a period of two years, and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of 6 weeks. Remuneration package and further information: See below.
Web Developer/Programmer (Level 7) (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 18908. The appointee will be responsible for the development of database-driven web sites.
Applicants must have demonstrated experience in the development of database-driven web sites, excellent oral and written communication skills, problem solving skills and ability to work as part of a team. Preference will be given to applicants with a relevant tertiary degree and experience in the development of web sites using ASP and MS Access, and with knowledge of Perl, CGI, VBScript, XML and SQL. The position is available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis for a period of one year. Remuneration package and further information: See below.
General
Remuneration packages will be negotiated depending
on the level of demonstrated expertise and experience. For the continuing
and the two year fixed-term positions, contributory membership of a university
approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment; for the one
year fixed-term appointment, the superannuation guarantee benefit is provided.
Level 8 (continuing & fixed-term) - within the range $58,430 to $65,074 per annum, including base salary within the range $49,374 to $54,988 per annum, 17% employer's contribution to superannuation, and annual leave loading (7% employee contribution is a requirement).
Level 7 (fixed-term)- within the range $48,654 to $52,445 per annum, including base salary within the range $44,908 to $48,407 per annum, 7% employer's contribution to superannuation, and annual leave loading.
Salary rates are under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement. All enquiries concerning these positions or your application should be referred to Ms Peggy Havukainen on phone 9850 6555 or e-mail Peggy.Havukainen@mq.edu.au
OFFICE OF COMPUTING SERVICES
The Management Information Services (MIS) Group
within the Office of Computing Services (OCS) provides applications development,
package implementation, integration and maintenance services for the Personnel,
Finance, Research, Student, Management Reporting and Executive Information
Systems. Following the successful completion of Y2K projects, the MIS Group
has commenced a number of development initiatives and is seeking an additional
three experienced IT professionals to assist in their implementation. There
is an opportunity and challenge (in addition to appropriate training) to
become an accomplished player in applications implementation teams with
expertise in the areas of Web, e-business, object-oriented programming,
data warehousing, client/server etc, in an open systems environment. If
you are a self-motivated team player, possessing strong "hands-on" technical
experience in a computing office, then the following positions may be of
interest:
Analyst/Designer/Programmer (Level 8) (Full-time (continuing)) Ref. 9774 (Full-time (fixed-term)) Ref. 18835/18836.One full-time (continuing) and two full-time (fixed-term) positions are available. Applicants should indicate on their applications whether they wish to be considered for continuing and/or fixed-term appointment. The appointees will develop, implement, integrate and maintain application systems which include systems analysis, design, programming, testing and documentation. Applicants must be experienced Analyst Programmers in a tool set of one of the Oracle, ADABAS/Natural, Informix, Ingres or Sybase products; with good oral and written communication skills and a familiarity with the Unix or MVS type operating systems. Tertiary qualifications or relevant experience is essential. Experience in developing applications in Oracle, ADABAS/Natural, Web, Crystal Report Writer, Visual Basic, PERL and C++ is desirable.
General
Remuneration packages will be negotiated depending
on the level of demonstrated expertise and experience. For the continuing
position, contributory membership of a university approved superannuation
scheme is a condition of employment; for the fixed-term appointments, the
superannuation guarantee benefit is provided.
Level 8 (continuing) - within the range $58,430 to $65,074 per annum, including base salary within the range $49,374 to $54,988 per annum, 17% employer's contribution to superannuation, and annual leave loading (7% employee contribution is a requirement).
Level 8 (fixed-term) - within the range $53,492 to $59,575 per annum, including base salary within the range $49,374 to $54,988 per annum, 7% employer's contribution to superannuation, and annual leave loading.
Salary rates are under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.
All enquiries concerning these positions or your application should be referred to Mrs Lyn Bonnett on phone 9850 7172 or e-mail Lyn.Bonnett@mq.edu.au These positions will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months. The full-time (fixed term) positions are available for a period of up to thirteen months.
APPLICATIONS: Applications including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 May 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR: Centre for Flexible Learning: Online Learning Systems Administrator/Developer (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 18906. The Centre for Flexible Learning is responsible for the Macquarie University Online Teaching Facility (MUOTF) which is the University's central hosting and delivery mechanism for Internet-based teaching. Based on WebCT but with substantial locally-developed systems, it permits content delivery, assessment, communications, student administration, unit administration (account creation and management, communications management, user tracking), evaluation and student documentation. MUOTF (http://online.mq.edu.au/) currently supports 200 Macquarie course units and is used by 14,000 students. The appointee will be required to develop and maintain MUOTF to meet student and staff needs and ensure its technical integration with other Macquarie University systems. Applicants must have a university degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Applicants must also have knowledge of HTTP and Web server software, PERL, advanced HTML and JavaScript, C/C++ or Java, together with experience in writing CGIs and knowledge of Unix. A high level of accuracy and attention to detail, good problem solving skills, good oral and written communication skills as well as experience in administering an operational system or managing the development and implementation of a large software project are also essential. Preference will be given to applicants with qualifications in computing, and/or with experience in any of the following: Web-based course delivery tools (eg. WebCT), streaming media servers, XML, Unix or Windows NT system administration, PHP or ASP, SQL, SSL, LDAP. All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Dr Peter Love, Director, New Learning Technologies, on 9850 9677 or e-mail peter.love@mq.edu.au The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months. Salary range: Level 8 $49,374 to $54,988 per annum, plus superannuation. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) Applications including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 May 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR: Research Office: Database Officer (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 16855.The appointee will have overall responsibility for the Research Management Information System (RMIS) and the University's Publications Database (OPUS), and will be responsible for the preparation and submission of major government reports on the University's research performance; oversight of the Research Office's IT applications; and statistical reports for internal use. Applicants must have extensive administrative experience and experience with standard desktop database applications, especially FileMakerPro. A tertiary degree, or equivalent, preferably in the area of data management or a computer-related field is essential. Applicants must also be familiar with Netscape, Web-based applications and the full range of Microsoft applications. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in research administration and/or university administration. The applicant should also be able to meet deadlines, prioritise workload and display a high level of interpersonal skills, and work in a small team environment.
The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months. All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Dr Peter Freeman on (02) 9850 8612 or e-mail peter.freeman@mq.edu.au Salary range: Level 7 $44,908 to $48,407 per annum, plus superannuation. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 22 May 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
INTERNATIONAL OFFICE: Admissions Officer (Full-time (continuing)) (Two Positions) - Ref. 18903 & 18904.The appointees will assess applications for enrolment from international students; prepare documentation concerning visas, medical insurance and other relevant matters; prepare and word process general correspondence, utilizing student data base systems. Applicants must have excellent administrative, interpersonal, communication and co-ordinating skills; ability to prioritise and to work to internal and external guidelines and deadlines; ability to use reference material effectively; ability to work in a team situation; understanding of other cultures and sensitivity to people of such cultures; ability to work confidently with various computer software. Preference will be given to applicants with relevant tertiary qualifications.
All enquiries concerning these positions or your application should be referred to Ms Robyn Tayler, International Admissions Manager on 9850 6321 or e-mail Robyn.Tayler@mq.edu.au These positions are available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months. Salary range: Level 5 $34,525 to $38,991 per annum, plus superannuation. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 May 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR: Public Relations Unit: Office Administrator (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 16390. The appointee will give administrative support to the Public Relations and Marketing Unit including managing the financial and purchasing functions for the Unit, providing client service as required to both staff and community, assisting the Manager in coordinating major PR events and providing administrative support for community outreach projects. Applicants must have a knowledge of and experience in finance and purchasing systems, high level customer service skills, the ability to manage a wide variety of tasks including coordination of major PR events and community outreach projects and skills in data-base management.
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in general office duties and effective organising and time management skills. All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Ms Kathryn Vozella on 9850 7456 or e-mail kathy.vozella@mq.edu.au The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months. Salary range: Level 5 $34,525 to $38,991 per annum, plus superannuation. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 26 May 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
DIVISION OF HUMANITIES: Administrative Assistant (English/Music) (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 18612. The appointee will manage an office which serves both the Department of English and the Centre for Contemporary Music Studies. This involves maintaining departmental records and systems; providing administrative assistance; dealing with enquiries by telephone, mail, fax and in person; and carrying out other administrative duties for the Division from time to time as required. Applicants must have extensive relevant administrative experience; good organisational, interpersonal and intercultural skills, and the ability to communicate at all levels. They must be able to demonstrate initiative as well as the ability to work in a team environment. Applicants must have effective time management skills, a high level of keyboard skills and demonstrated competency in the use of standard office software. Preference will be given to applicants with administrative experience in a tertiary education environment, and with a qualification in office management or secretarial studies.
All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Ms Mary Feely on 9850 8736 or e-mail mary@hmn.mq.edu.auThe position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months. Salary range: Level 5 $34,525 to $38,991 per annum, plus superannuation. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 May 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS OFFICE: Cleaning Services Co-ordinator (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 18166.The appointee will be responsible for daily inspection, monitoring and reporting on cleaning quality and contractor performance throughout the University, as well as investigation of cleaning complaints, supervision of contract cleaners and stock control. This involves extensive walking, climbing stairs, and bending. Applicants must have experience in coordinating and supervising commercial cleaning contracts and staff supervision. Possession of a current NSW Driver's Licence and high level written and oral communication skills are also essential. Applicants must also demonstrate an understanding of the principles, practices and procedures of cleaning and cleaning product selection and application. Sound knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety and Equal Employment Opportunity Principles are required.
Preference will be given to applicants with relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in an educational facility or large institution. Computer literacy would be well regarded. All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Mr Mike Rochfort on 9850 7187. The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months. Salary range: Level 5 $34,525 to $38,991 per annum, plus superannuation. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 May 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR: Centre for Flexible Learning: Audiovisual Operator (Full-time (continuing)) (Two Positions) - Ref. 9893 & 18905. The Centre for Flexible Learning is seeking to appoint two Audiovisual Operators to work in the Audiovisual Technical Services (AVTS) unit. AVTS has responsibility for audio recording lectures and video playbacks to theatres and classroom across campus as well as other AV services. The positions will involve regular evening and occasional weekend shift work. The appointees will be responsible for a range of duties including setting up and operating reasonably complex audiovisual equipment, operating AV Control Rooms, basic maintenance of AV equipment and dealing with straightforward client enquiries. Applicants must have completed an AV Production Certificate or have an equivalent combination of relevant experience/education/training, and have experience with reasonably complex AV systems and equipment including the operation of audiovisual equipment such as slide, data and overhead projectors, video and audio record/playback equipment together with associated patching and control systems. Applicants must also demonstrate the ability to organise work to cope with high workloads, be able to work well as part of a team, possess good communication skills and a commitment to quality customer service.
Preference will be given to applicants with basic computing skills. All enquiries concerning these positions or your application should be referred to Carolyn Wivell, Executive Manager, on 9850 7550 or e-mail carolyn.wivell@mq.edu.au
The positions are available on a full-time continuing basis, tenable in 2000 until 1 December and thereafter for 40 weeks per annum (35 hours per week) from February to November each year. The appointments will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months. Salary range: Level 3 $27,403 to $31,025 per annum (pro rata rates apply), plus superannuation, and shift allowances where applicable. (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) Applications including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 May 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR
AND VICE-PRINCIPAL: University Counselling and Health Services: Counsellor(s)
- Ref. 7934
Expressions of Interest
The University Counselling and Health Services Unit
is seeking to establish an eligibility list for casual counsellors to work
on a relief basis assisting in the delivery of counselling services to
staff and students at Macquarie. Counselling strategies used to assist
clients in the personal, social and educational areas are of a short term
duration. Applicants must be registered psychologists with at least five
years counselling experience, preferably in a tertiary education institution.
Postgraduate qualifications in clinical or counselling psychology are essential.
Applicants should note that an eligibility list is a pool of suitably qualified
people whose experience may be called upon from time to time depending
upon Unit's needs. Inclusion on this list does not guarantee employment
with Macquarie University.
Enquiries and further information may be obtained from Ms Christine Gardiner, Director, UCHS on 9850 7403. The position is available on a casual basis with hours to be negotiated. The times of work may vary between one and five days per week. Salary range: Level 8 $32.9505 to $36.6971 per hour (casual rate). (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 May 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR
AND VICE-PRINCIPAL: Accommodation Services Unit: Casual Accommodation Assistant
- Ref. 18884
Expressions of Interest
The appointee will provide administrative and relocation
assistance in the Accommodation Services Unit. Responsibilities include
administrative support, attending to front desk and telephone enquiries,
maintaining a listing service of available accommodation and assisting
with the relocation of household equipment in new properties. The position
requires a lot of physical activity. The relocation of household equipment
is physically demanding. It requires the carrying of household goods, eg.
kitchen utensils, saucepans, toasters, cutlery, crockery, linen etc to
the units which are sometimes up three flights of stairs. It involves bed
making, including screwing in of castors and cleaning activities. Applicants
must have high level keyboard and word processing skills including previous
experience in the use of spreadsheet applications. Applicants must have
excellent communication and interpersonal skills including experience working
with persons from different cultural and language backgrounds. Applicants
must also have effective time management skills and be able to work with
limited supervision.
Preference will be given to applicants with a current NSW drivers licence. Applicants should note that an eligibility list is a pool of suitably qualified people whose experience may be called upon from time to time depending upon the Unit's needs. Inclusion on this list does not guarantee employment with Macquarie University. All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Marianne Pichler on 9850 7316. The position is available on a casual basis up to 35 hours per week. Salary range: Level 4 $21.1074 to $22.5576 per hour (casual rate). (Under review, under a proposed new Enterprise Agreement.) Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 24 May 2000. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
Women are particularly encouraged to apply
Equal Employment Opportunity and No Smoking in
the Workplace are University Policies
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The Centre for Professional Development has the following for sale. For further information contact CPD on x9721: Nashuatec photocopier, older desktop model, approx. 55cm x 45cm, with 2 free toners. $20 ono. Royal blue divider screen, self-standing, approx. 150cm x 150cm. $20 ono.
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FOR SALE: Bedhead, single bed size, polished black tubular style with gold/chrome trimmings, excellent condition. Reasonable offer accepted. Contact Lorraine on x7521 or e-mail lrusso@library.mq.edu.au
FOR SALE: Intel Celeron (Pentium II) 333MHz 32 Mb RAM, 3.8 Gig HDD. Windows 98 and Office 97 installed, Logitech Mouse, Unisys mini keyboard, Hyundai 17" monitor. Contact Tom on 0414 695 493.
FOR SALE: Daewoo Cielo 1997, blue, 1.5L, 3-door hatch, manual, a/c, single owner, log books, registered until March 2001, QUT673, $8,000. Phone Tim on x8065 or 9716 6285 after 5:30pm.
TO LET: Chatswood. Fully furnished 4 bedroom house available from 2 July to 2 January 2001. Rent: $520p.w. Suit visiting academic. Walk station, shops, Macquarie buses, schools. Contact Ian Palmer 9514 3926 (W), 0410 612 946 or Ian.Palmer@uts.edu.au
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Friday 12 May
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH &
PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR:Granitoid Genesis by Zircon Geochemistry,
presented by Professor Bill Griffin (GEMOC). 1.05pm in Building E7B 100
(off covered courtyard). Enquiries: John Veevers x8355 or Ann Wilde x8373.
Friday 12, Saturday 13 May
ANCIENT HISTORY: Society
for the Study of Early Christianity ANNUAL WEEKEND CONFERENCE: Off
the Beaten Track with St Paul. Keynote speaker will be Dr Mehmet Taslialan
(Director of the Museum at Yalvac (Pisidian Antioch, Turkey)). 14 papers;
cost $97 ($87 SSEC members). Morning, afternoon tea and lunch provided.
Enquiries:
Pat
Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.
Monday 15 May
CPD WORKSHOP: Budgeting
and Accounting to Support Strategic Objectives, facilitated by Stephen
Marshall and staff from the University Executive and the Office of Financial
Services. 9.30am - 4.30pm in E6A 116.
Enquiries: Alison Cameron,
x7598. Bookings: Kim Richard, x9721, e-mail kimberley.richard@mq.edu.au
Tuesday 16 May
CPD WORKSHOP: Reflective
Teachers Special Interest Group: Disciplinary Differences in Teaching -
Can we Learn from Each Other? facilitated by Moya Adams. 1.00 - 2.00pm
in E6A 116. Enquiries: Moya Adams, x8446.
Wednesday 17 May
POLITICS SEMINAR:Equality
and Modern Social Democracy, presented by Andrew Leigh (Macquarie).
12 noon in W6A 107.
Enquiries: Jim Gillespie x8811 or Catherine
Wall x8869.
Wednesday 17 May
MODERN HISTORY RESEARCH
SEMINAR:Visual Representations of Australian Ports in the
Nineteenth Century - Illustrated Periodicals and Photographs, presented
by Cindy McCreery (History, University of NSW). (Chair Jill Roe.) 1.00
to 3.00pm in W6A 127. Enquiries: David Christian x8806.
Thursday 18 May
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM
PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE:
Biodiversity and Invertebrate Animals:
Alien Empire (1) (video). 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Biological Sciences
Museum E8B 110. Enquiries: Frank Stadler x8168 or e-mail: fstadler@rna.bio.mq.edu.au
Thursday 18 May
CPD WORKSHOP: ARC
Small Grant Scheme: Information for Applicants, facilitated by Peter
Bergquist and Members of ARC Small Grant Selection Panel. 1.00 - 2.00pm
in E6A 116. Enquiries: Alison Cameron, x7598. Bookings: Kim
Richard, x9721, e-mail kimberley.richard@mq.edu.au
Thursday 18 May
STATISTICS SEMINAR:Two-Sample
Problem and Scanning Martingales in R^m, presented by Estate Khmaladze
(UNSW). 4.00 to 5.00pm in W5C 302. Enquiries: Sandra Ticehurst x8555 or
Andrzej Kozek x8556.
Thursday 18 May
MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY
ASSOCIATION: Getting Around the Roman Empire Today Series: Janet
Gale will give an illustrated talk on Roman Ruins in Libya and Morocco.
Enquiries:
e-mail: gjane@enternet.com.au
Friday 19 May
DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING
AND FINANCE SEMINAR: Executive Compensation and the Boundary
of the Firm: The Case of Short-Lived Projects, presented by Professor
Bruce Grundy (Melbourne Business School, The University of Melbourne).
11.00am to 12.30pm in the University Union Function Room 3. Enquiries:
Geoffrey
Loudon x8536, e-mail: gloudon@efs.mq.edu.au
or Lois Cook x8535, e-mail: lcook@efs.mq.edu.au
Friday 19 May
MACQUARIE DISCUSSION GROUP:The
Republic Revisited, presented by Emeritus Professor Edwin Judge.1.00
to 2.00pm in Building E6A 131. All staff welcome.
Friday 19 May
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH &
PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR:Nature of the Mantle above the
Subduction Zone in Japan, presented by Dr Natsue Abe (GEMOC). 1.05pm
in Building E7B 100 (off covered courtyard). Enquiries: John Veevers x8355
or Ann Wilde x8373.
Monday 22 May
CPD WORKSHOP: The
Code of Conduct and Ethical Practice for Researchers, facilitated by
Peter Bergquist and members of the University's Ethics Committee. 1.00
- 3.00pm (with lunch provided from 12.30pm) in E6A 116. Enquiries:
Alison
Cameron, x7598. Bookings:
Kim Richard, x9721, e-mail kimberley.richard@mq.edu.au
Tuesday 23 May
PHILOSOPHY SEMINAR SERIES:Deconstructing
Colour, presented by Ian Gold (Monash). 11.00am to 12.45pm in W6A 720.
Enquiries:
Nina Ralph x8837 or John Sutton x8817.
Wednesday 24 May
POLITICS SEMINAR:Current
Struggles over Indigenous Citizenship Capacity, presented by Tim Rowse
(Government, University of Sydney). 12 noon in W6A 107. Enquiries:
Jim Gillespie x8811 or Catherine Wall x8869.
Wednesday 24 May
MODERN HISTORY RESEARCH
SEMINAR: Behavioural Consistency and Historical Idiosyncracy:
The Macro-History of Urbanism, presented by Roland Fletcher
(Archaeology, University of Sydney). (Chair David Christian.) 1.00 to 3.00pm
in W6A 127. Enquiries: David Christian x8806.
Thursday 25 May
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM
PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE:Biodiversity and Invertebrate Animals:
Alien Empire (2) (video). 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Biological Sciences
Museum E8B 110. Enquiries: Frank Stadler x8168 or e-mail: fstadler@rna.bio.mq.edu.au
Friday 26 May
DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING
AND FINANCE SEMINAR:The Organisational Culture of Public
Accounting Firms: Evidence from Taiwanese Local and US Affiliated Firms,
presented by Professor Graeme Harrison and Associate Professor Jill McKinnon
(Macquarie). 11.00am to 12.30pm in the University Union Function Room 3.
Enquiries:
Geoffrey Loudon x8536, e-mail: gloudon@efs.mq.edu.au
or Lois Cook x8535, e-mail:
lcook@efs.mq.edu.au
Friday 26 May
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH &
PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR: Hydrothermal Activity in the
Bismarck Sea, presented by Dr Ray Binns (CSIRO Exploration & Mining).
1.05pm in Building E7B 100 (off covered courtyard). Enquiries: John Veevers
x8355 or Ann Wilde x8373.
Friday 26 May
MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY
ASSOCIATION FILM FESTIVAL:Swords and Sandals Season: The
Siege of Syracuse. 7.30pm in the Museum of Ancient Cultures, X5B Level
3.
Sunday 28 May
MUSIC ON WINTER SUNDAYS:The
Occasional Performing Sinfonia performs Unfinished Symphony (Schubert),
Concert Piece for Four Horns and Orchestra (Schumann), Pictures at an Exhibition
(Mussorgsky). 2.30pm in the Macquarie Theatre. Admission is free. Enquiries:
Michael Edgeloe x8925, 9428 1463 or medge@ics.mq.edu.au
Wednesday 31 May
POLITICS SEMINAR:A
Generous Welfare State Does Not Have to Reduce Economic Efficiency: Economic
Panel Survey Results for the US, Germany and the Netherlands, presented
by Bruce Headey (Political Science, University of Melbourne). 12 noon in
W6A 107. Enquiries: Jim Gillespie x8811 or Catherine Wall x8869.
Wednesday 31 May
MODERN HISTORY RESEARCH
SEMINAR: Essentials for Marriage: Abruzzesi-Italians' Handbook
on Wedded Bliss, presented by Adriana Piscicelli (History, Macquarie
University). 1.00 to 3.00pm in W6A 127. Enquiries: David Christian
x8806.
Wednesday 31 May
FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE GROUP:
A meeting will be held from 1.00 to 2.00pm in C3A 918. Megan Etheridge
will present the findings from the first year student focus groups conducted
in late March. Further information about the first year experience group
is available from Judith Dickson x7464 or Kerrie- Lee Krause x8675.
Wednesday 31 May
CPD WORKSHOP: Introduction
to Problem Based Learning-Session 3. 10.00am - 2.00pm in E6A 116. Third
session in series. Participants must have attended earlier sessions.
Wednesday 31 May
ANCIENT HISTORY: Society
for the Study of Early Christianity Judaism Series:The Samaritans
as an Exemplar of Jewish Response to Sectarianism, presented by Emeritus
Professor Alan Crown. 7.30pm in X5B 321. Cost $10 ($5 SSEC members). Kosher
supper provided.
Enquiries:
Pat Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833,
Beth Lewis x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.
Friday 2 June
DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING
AND FINANCE SEMINAR: Portfolio Properties of Extreme Returns,
presented by Associate Professor Jayaram Muthuswamy (University of Sydney).
11.00am to 12.30pm in the University Union Function Room 3. Enquiries:
Geoffrey
Loudon x8536, e-mail:
gloudon@efs.mq.edu.au
or Lois Cook x8535, e-mail: lcook@efs.mq.edu.au
Friday 2 June
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH &
PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR:Tectonics and Metallogeny of the
Late Archean Abitibi Belt: A New Perspective, presented by Dr Derek
Wyman (University of Sydney). 1.05pm in Building E7B 100 (off covered courtyard).
Enquiries: John Veevers x8355 or Ann Wilde x8373.
Friday 2 and Saturday 3
June
CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL
LAW CONFERENCE: A two-day conference on recent important developments
in environmental law. Speakers include Hon Justice Paul Stein, Professor
David Farrier, Professor Neil Gunningham and other leading experts on environmental
law. For further information or to receive a brochure contact Sue Wards
on x7930, fax: x7686 or e-mail: susan.wards@mq.edu.au
Tuesday 6 June
PHILOSOPHY SEMINAR SERIES:(Topic
to be confirmed), presented by Carol Rovane (Columbia). 11.00am to
12.45pm in W6A 720. Enquiries: Nina Ralph x8837 or John Sutton x8817.
Wednesday 7 June
POLITICS SEMINAR:Bush,
Clinton and Cuba, presented by Morris Morley (Macquarie). W6A 107.
Enquiries: Jim Gillespie x8811 or Catherine Wall x8869. 12 noon
in W6A 107. Enquiries: Jim Gillespie x8811 or Catherine Wall x8869.
Wednesday 7 June
MODERN HISTORY RESEARCH
SEMINAR:War Widows Remember: Trauma, Nostalgia and Grief
Post World War II, presented by Joy Damousi (History, University
of Melbourne). (Chair Olwyn Green.) 1.00 to 3.00pm in W6A 127.
Enquiries:
David Christian x8806.
Thursday 8 June
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM
PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE:Africa's Hidden Wildlife, presented
by Mark Dangerfield. 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Biological Sciences Museum E8B
110. Enquiries: Frank Stadler x8168 or e-mail: fstadler@rna.bio.mq.edu.au
Thursday 8 June
CFL INFORMATION SESSION:Introduction
to WebCT and QuickCT. 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Mollie Thomson Room, Library.
Enquiries:
Phoebe Dangerfield x7570, e-mail: phoebe.dangerfield@mq.edu.au
Friday 9 June
CENTRE FOR BIODIVERSITY
& BIORESOURCES SEMINAR:Why are there so Few (or so Many)
Frogs in the World? Presented by Graham Pyke (Australian Museum). 1.00
to 2.00pm in E8A 290.
Friday 9 June
DEPARTMENT OF EARTH &
PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR:Topic to be advised, presented
by Dr Roger Summons (AGSO). 1.05pm in Building E7B 100 (off covered courtyard).
Enquiries: John Veevers x8355 or Ann Wilde x8373.
Tuesday 13 June
PHILOSOPHY SEMINAR: Critical
Reflection and the Emotions, presented by Catriona Mackenzie (Macquarie).
11.00am to 12.45pm in W6A 720. Enquiries: Nina Ralph x8837 or John
Sutton x8817.
Tuesday 13 June
LUNCH TIME TALK:
In
Search of King Solomon's Ring: Studies on the Cognitive and Communicative
Abilities of Grey Parrots, presented by distinguished scientist Irene
Pepperberg (Associate Professor at the University of Arizona). 1.00 - 2.00pm
in X5B T1.
Wednesday 14 June
POLITICS SEMINAR:Australian
Democracy in Comparative Perspective, presented by Pippa Norris (Associate
Director (Research) Joan Shorenstein, Center on the Press, Politics and
Public Policy and Lecturer in Public Policy, Harvard University)). 12 noon
in W6A 107.
Enquiries: Jim Gillespie x8811 or Catherine Wall x8869.
Thursday 15 June
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM
PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE:
Among the Wild Chimpanzees (video).
1.00 to 2.00pm in the Biological Sciences Museum E8B 110. Enquiries:
Frank Stadler x8168 or e-mail:
fstadler@rna.bio.mq.edu.au
Thursday 15 June
ANCIENT HISTORY: Society
for the Study of Early Christianity Research Series:The Letters
of Mani the Living, an Apostle of Jesus Christ, presented by Dr Iain
Gardner. 7.30pm in X5B 321. Cost $7 ($5 SSEC members). Enquiries: Pat
Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.
Friday 16 June
DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING
AND FINANCE SEMINAR: Budgeting in Catholic Parishes,
presented by Dr Ron Kluvers (Victoria University of Technology). 11.00am
to 12.30pm in the University Union Function Room 3. Enquiries: Geoffrey
Loudon x8536, e-mail: gloudon@efs.mq.edu.au
or Lois Cook x8535, e-mail: lcook@efs.mq.edu.au
Friday 16 June
MACQUARIE DISCUSSION GROUP:
Gambling
for Fun, Profit and Education, presented by Professor John Croucher.1.00
to 2.00pm in Building E6A 131. All staff welcome.
Friday 16 June
CENTRE FOR BIODIVERSITY
& BIORESOURCES SEMINAR: A New Method for Non-Parametric
Analysis of Variance, presented by Marti Anderson (University of Auckland).1.00
to 2.00pm in E8A 290.
Sunday 18 June
MUSIC ON WINTER SUNDAYS:
Charisma
(clarinet, cello and piano) performs trios by Beethoven, Brahms, Ries (pupil
of Beethoven) and Zemlinsky (whose early works attracted the attention
of Brahms). 2.30pm in the Macquarie Theatre. Admission is free. Enquiries:
Michael Edgeloe x8925, 9428 1463 or
medge@ics.mq.edu.au
Monday 19 June
THE MOYAL LECTURE SERIES
on Mathematics, Physics and Statistics: Professor Joe
Gani (Statistics, ANU) will give this year's lecture. 7.30pm in E6A Lecture
Theatre followed by a discussion session, supper and drinks. Enquiries:
Associate Professor John Corbett x8945.
Tuesday 20 June
PHILOSOPHY SEMINAR:Two
Men and a Plank, presented by Claire Finkelstein (Law, Berkeley). 11.00am
to 12.45pm in W6A 720. Enquiries: Nina Ralph x8837 or John Sutton
x8817.
Thursday 22 June
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM
PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE:The Trials of Life: A Natural History
of Animal Behaviour (video). 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Biological Sciences
Museum E8B 110. Enquiries: Frank Stadler x8168 or e-mail: fstadler@rna.bio.mq.edu.au
Friday 23 to Sunday 25 June
MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY
ASSOCIATION ANNUAL WEEKEND CONFERENCE: To be held at Morpeth.
Wednesday 28 June
ANCIENT HISTORY: Society
for the Study of Early Christianity Judaism Series:The Hebrew
Bible and Ancient Inscriptions, presented by Dr Ian Young. 7.30pm in
X5B 321.Cost $10 ($5 SSEC members). Kosher supper provided. Enquiries:
Pat
Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.
Thursday 29 June
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES MUSEUM
PRESENTS THURSDAY ALIVE:The Trials of Life: A Natural History
of Animal Behaviour (video). 1.00 to 2.00pm in the Biological Sciences
Museum E8B 110. Enquiries: Frank Stadler x8168 or e-mail: fstadler@rna.bio.mq.edu.au
Thursday 29 June
CFL WORKSHOP: WebCT
Training: Workshop 1, Educational Design Issues. 10.00am to 12noon
in the Mollie Thomson Room, Library. Enquiries and bookings: Phoebe
Dangerfield x7570, e-mail: phoebe.dangerfield@mq.edu.au
The next issue of Staff News will be published on Friday
26 May 2000.
All items for inclusion to be submitted
in writing, preferably on disk, if lengthy, or by e-mail (vilma.monios@mq.edu.au)
by noon, Monday 22 May 2000.
Barbara McGarity, W6B, x7379, Fax x7391.