Staff News 10/2001

Honoured in 1984, when appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM), Professor Yerbury received more recognition for her continued contribution to tertiary education, to the arts and to the community.

The citation accompanying Professor Yerbury’s award reads: “For service to tertiary education, particularly in developing the broader cultural and international mission of Australian universities and leading Macquarie University into significant new fields of scientific and social research, to the arts and to the community.”

HONOUR FOR MICHAEL EDGELOE

Former member of academic staff, Mr Michael Edgeloe, was also honoured in the Queen's Birthday Honours for 2001. Michael received the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for "service to the community through the Macquarie University 'Music on Winter Sundays' concerts and the compilation of programme notes for a variety of concerts and organisations".

CONGRATULATIONS FROM THE MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY SINGERS!

The Macquarie University Singers warmly congratulate the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Di Yerbury, and Mr Michael Edgeloe on their awards for promotion of the arts in the recent Queen’s Birthday Honours.

The Singers would like to express their thanks to Professor Yerbury for the on-going and generous support given over many years and to Michael Edgeloe for the dedicated production of the fascinating and informative program notes which have been a feature of their performances on campus.

Borys Shuter

President, Macquarie University Singers

LIBRARY RESERVE AND 3-DAY LOAN PROCEDURES FOR ACADEMIC STAFF

It's Reading List Time!

A note for your diary: Library staff will be pleased to accept and process Reading Lists until Friday 6 July 2001 for Second Semester units.

Does your unit have books, videos or journal articles that are essential or important for students to access? If so, materials can be placed in:

· Reserve (3 hour loan area of the Library for essential and high demand materials).

· 3-Day Loan (For items considered important or recommended and need a more restricted borrowing period. 3-Day Loan items can be found on the main library shelves area).

·The Reserve Web Page (Electronic access to Full-Text Journal Articles, Reading lists, Unit Outlines, Lecture and Tutorial materials and Past Exam papers).

Lists may be sent by 6 July 2001 as an e-mail attachment to: reserve@library.mq.edu.au, faxed to x7504, or sent via internal mail to the Reserve section of the Library.

Lecture and tutorial overheads, scripts, powerpoint slides etc. can be sent via e-mail at any time during the year. They will be made available to students on the Reserve web page.

For full details, visit: http://www.lib.mq.edu.au/resources/
reserve/academics.html

All inquiries should be directed to: Caroline Dumapit, Reserve & Distance Education Librarian, x7551; e-mail: reserve@library.mq.edu.au; Reserve section, Level 2, Macquarie University Library.

Visit the Reserve web page at: http://www.lib.mq.edu.au/resources/
reserve/

IT’S CITY TO SURF TIME AGAIN!

Sunday 12 August 2001

The Sports Association is again providing a bus for the University community to this year’s City to Surf.

For $12.50 you get transport leaving from and returning to campus, a BBQ at beautiful Bondi including drinks, and souvenir clothing to wear on the day!

With only 55 spots on the bus, they are sure to fill fast. Put your name down at the Union Spot, next to STA Travel.

Please note, to enter the race, you must fill out the official entry form in The Sun-Herald newspaper, available every Sunday in the lead-up to the event.

Malcolm Boyes

Macquarie University Sports Association

RETIREMENT OF DON MCNEIL

Don McNeil is retiring from Macquarie after 24 years of service. Don has been Foundation Professor of Statistics since December 1976.

The Division of Economic and Financial Studies requests the pleasure of your company at a Farewell Luncheon to be held at 12.30pm on Wednesday 27 June 2001 in E7A 810 to wish him well in the future and to thank Don for his tremendous contribution to the Statistics Department, to the University, to the statistical profession and the education of statistics students.

We would be delighted if you could join us on this occasion.

RSVP:Jan Fourro x8554 or Sandra Ticehurst x8555 by Friday 22 June 2001.

COST:$12 (includes contribution towards gift).

If you are unable to attend but would like to make a contribution towards a gift, your donation would be most welcome.

THE NATIONAL TRUST CENTENARY OF FEDERATION LECTURE SERIES

Commonwealth Government funding has enabled the National Trust to celebrate the Centenary of Federation with the restoration of ten of its most important historic buildings. Located throughout New South Wales, they were selected for their ability to reflect different aspects of the Australian story in the century leading to Federation.

Using the properties as the focus, the National Trust is presenting, in conjunction with WEA Sydney, a series of 15 lectures examining various aspects of Australian culture from 1788 to 1901 and beyond. The lectures are grouped around five themes:

History

Fine and Decorative Arts

Architectural History

Landscape

Building Restoration

The speakers are all recognised authorities in their field. Some lectures will be held at the National Trust Centre, Observatory Hill, and others at the properties that are the subject of the talk.

For information and bookings, contact WEA SYDNEY, telephone: 9264 2781; facsimile: 9267 6988; e-mail: info@weasydney.com.au

National Trust members receive a discount on ticket prices. To join the National Trust, and play an active part in conserving Australia’s heritage, call
9258 0156.

SURVEY ON PROPOSED NEW LIBRARY SYSTEM

The Library is in the process of specifying requirements for a new integrated library system, to provide access to information resources (both internal and external to the Library), Reserve, loans, training courses, etc., and we are keen to have input from all our users.

For the next month, a brief survey is available from the Library home page (www.lib.mq.edu.au) and we would be grateful if you would take a few minutes to respond. You may make multiple responses as ideas occur to you over the month.

Glenys Oxlee

Manager, Library System and Bibliographic Services

CFL WORKSHOP: WEBCT TRAINING

New Workshop for New WebCT Users! WebCT Basics

Are you teaching or tutoring in an online unit in Semester 2? Do you need to get up to speed with WebCT quickly? ‘WebCT Basics’ is a new hands-on training workshop that has been designed to allow you to familiarise yourself quickly with the basic functions of WebCT, including access and navigation, communication tools, student account management and basic content editing.

Two separate sessions are being offered on:

Thursday 5 July, 2.00 to 4.00pm, Training Room 3, Library.

OR Monday 23 July, 11.00am to 1.00pm, Training Room 3, Library.

For more information and bookings contact: Phoebe Dangerfield, x7570, phoebe.dangerfield@mq.edu.au

To complement this introductory session, additional workshops giving a more in-depth treatment of aspects of WebCT are running during the mid-year break. Details are available on the CFL web site at:

http://www.cfl.mq.edu.au/cfl/online/support.html

RECORDING EXAM MARKS IN EXCEL

The Information & Technology Training Unit is introducing sessions called ‘Recording Exam Marks in Excel’.

These one-hour lunchtime sessions will teach basic navigation skills and introduce the functions required for the recording of exam marks.

Details and scheduled times are available on the Training website at:

http://www.lib.mq.edu.au/support/training/staff/Recordmark.html

Bookings for these sessions are essential and can be made by contacting ITTU on x7399 or via training@library.mq.edu.au

Darug Insurrection art exhibition

Bluey’s Brasserie

Visit the Courtview and try our winter menu. Featuring delicious dishes such as: Winter Chicken Salad; Moroccan Lamb Cutlets; Thai Red Curry Beef and Hokkien Noodles; and a variety of Turkish Pide.

During the month of June, patrons will receive a free glass of wine with their meal as a special winter warm-up.

The Courtview is located on Level 2, SAM Building and is open from noon – 2.00pm Monday to Friday. 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).

SAM’s new Coffee Cart is now open at E6A. Hours during term are Monday to Thursday 8.00am – 5.00pm, Friday 8.00am – 3.00pm. SAM’s Coffee Card will be honoured at the new outlet.

The Globe Café, SAM’s newest outlet, is opening soon in the new International Students Building. Watch this space for opening details.

The first issue of And Gladly Teche has now been posted to all members of Macquarie academic staff. This publication, devoted to university teaching and learning issues, offers a forum for ideas and an opportunity for disseminating information about teaching at Macquarie. Each issue will focus on a strategic teaching issue – Issue 1 discusses embedding generic skills into the curriculum and includes examples of teamwork in Law (Penelope Watson), report writing skills in Computing Science (Terry Freeman), and information literacy in the Library (Trish Edmonds). Suggestions and contributions are welcome. Contact the editors: Anna Reid, x9780, and Sharon Fraser, x9779.

Postgraduate Programs in Educational Leadership

Please note that staff of Macquarie University will be given a full fees waiver (including tuition and student activities fees) for each of the three core units in the Higher Education specialisation of the program. These three core units form the Postgraduate Certificate program.

For application forms or any other enquiries, please contact Maree McEvoy, School of Education, x8649 or Alison Cameron, CPD, x7598.

Dr Lynne Davis is a former staff member with a personal story to tell about changes to her worklife that were made necessary by the loss of her sight.

This half-day workshop is designed to discuss issues and approaches to fulfilling the University’s social and legal responsibilities so that staff with a disability, especially those requiring an adjustment to the workplace, can work effectively in a sympathetic and satisfying work climate.

Registration: by Friday 6 July to Kim Richard, CPD, x9721,
e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

Secrets of Chairing Meetings Successfully

Media mentions: We are now using both print and broadcasting monitoring services, but they do sometimes miss Macquarie mentions. 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, and if you appear on the electronic media. Kindly forward the information by e-mail to Kathy Vozella: kvozella@vc.mq.edu.au; by fax to (9850) 9457; or through internal mail to W6B 148.

Ms Effy Alexakis, Mr Mario Bianchino and Ms Michelle Wilson (Centre for Flexible Learning): have captured striking images of Australians from a variety of backgrounds, cultures and beliefs in their photographic exhibition ‘Intimate Glimpses’, The Northern District Times, 30 May

Mr David Blair (English): said the ungrammatical free-form writing style used in SMS messages does not represent a decay of civilisation as humans have always loved playing with language, The Sun-Herald, 17 June

Ms Nina Burridge (Education): wrote a ‘soap box’ piece on reconciliation, saying that reconciliation isn’t just an easy feel-good option for Australia, The Manly Daily, 2 June

Ms Sue Butler (Macquarie Dictionary): is excited about the SMS revolution, and said it’s not often we get the opportunity to develop a whole new style of language – the combination of text messaging and the Internet means young people are doing a lot more writing, The Sun-Herald, 17 June

Ms Anita Chang (Asian Languages): mentioned her comments on the performance of contenders at 2001 Chinese Recital competition (Mandarin), Australian Chinese Daily, 30 May

Associate Professor Frank Clarke (Modern History): interviewed about the alternatives to Federation that were on the table in 1901, ABC 702, 14 June

Professor Max Coltheart (Psychology): interviewed on Chatswood Community Radio 2NSB, 6 June; was a guest on the Margaret Throsby Show, ABC-FM, 7 June

Associate Professor Richard Dunford (MGSM): said the Olympic Games engendered confidence in management ability and was a reminder of what can be achieved in terms of public and private sector cooperation, The Australian Financial Review, 8 June

Ms Kristina Everett (PhD candidate): is completing an anthropological investigation of the art and practices employed in the manufacture of various arts by some descendants of Darug, the traditional owners of a large part of Sydney, Campus Review, June 6-12

Dr Craig Freedman (Economics): interviewed about the future of the Japanese economy and predicted slow growth with a slight chance of recession, although he thought the big corporations might pull the country through its tough times, Bloomberg TV Australia, 8 June

Dr Donna Gibbs (Education): said that technology is going to put a new emphasis on the written word and says she has noticed an improvement in her students’ writing ability, perhaps because their writing skills have been honed by use in e-mail, electronic bulletin boards, chatrooms and text messaging, The Sun-Herald, 17 June

Professor James Guthrie (MGSM): blames ‘hard sell’ marketing tactics for misleading organisations into thinking they can solve all their problems with hardware and software solutions, Australian Financial Review, 6 June

Dr Christiana Kohler (Ancient History): interviewed about Macquarie archaeologists’ discovery of six Egyptian tombs in Cairo and said that all of their finds have to stay in Egypt, but they can claim the discovery and the scientific outcome, Radio 2SM, 12 June; described the processes the team went through in documenting the new tombs and discussed the contents of the tombs, ABC 702, 12 June; her team’s discovery mentioned on news bulletins on Radio 2MMM, 2DAY-FM, Radio 96.9FM, Radio 4BC Brisbane, 12 June; Radio 5DN Adelaide, 13 June; The Age, 13 June; The West Australian, 13 June; The Daily Telegraph, 13 June; The Courier Mail, 13 June; interviewed on ABC Radio South Australia, 14 June; The Sydney Morning Herald, 16 June

Mr Alex Malley (Economic and Financial Studies): believes that because a career as a company director has become cool, it’s attracting unqualified or inexperienced people to the fold, The Daily Telegraph, 7 June

Dr Fiona Papps (Psychology): interviewed about why women take so long to get ready and said that through women’s popular media, women are encouraged to make themselves attractive in order to attract men, Radio 2UE, 4 June; says that women taught to use their beauty to ‘snare’ men are really trapping themselves, www.theadvertiser.com.au, 13 June; www.news.com.au, 13 June; said that while men feel they are manipulated by women, it is women who are actually worse off within such relationships, The Advertiser (Adelaide), 13 June; Perth Herald, 13 June; Northern Territory News, 14 June; interviewed about her study, Radio 6PR Perth, 13 June; interviewed on ABC Radio West Australia Statewide, 13 June; interviewed on ABC Radio Newcastle, 13 June

Dr George Parsons (NTEU Branch President): said the increased staff/student ratios were putting staff, particularly the younger ones, under increased stress and that small teaching groups in a lot of universities was a thing of the past, Campus Review, June 6-12; interviewed about how Australians relate to heroes, ABC Radio West Australia Statewide, 12 June; ABC Newcastle, 13 June

Associate Professor Pam Peters (Linguistics): interviewed on the impact of technology on English language, Radio National, 4 June

Dr Peter Steane (MGSM): said with more than 800 students enrolled in our courses in Hong Kong, we believe we are the largest external provider of management education in Asia-Pacific, International Herald Tribune, 14 May

Dr John Sutton (Philosophy): presented his weekly ‘Ghost in the Machine’ show on Eastside Radio 89.7FM on Tuesdays at 5.30pm. Interviewed the following guests: Kate Stevens, UWS, about music perception and choreographic cognition, 29 May; author Deborah Gray about witchcraft, 5 June; Jonathan Simon, University of Sydney, about the history of corpses and the presentation of anatomical models, 12 June; examined the teaching of philosophy in NSW schools, 19 June

Professor David Throsby (Economics): provided commentary on the Federal Budget, ABC Radio National, 23 May; his Commonwealth Yearbook 2001 article was mentioned in The Sydney Morning Herald, 29 May

Dr Ken Wark (Media): will be a speaker at the Cinesonic conference in Melbourne, The Age, 14 June

Professor Di Yerbury (Vice-Chancellor): was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in the 2001 Queen’s Birthday Honours for her continued contribution to tertiary education and the community, The Sydney Morning Herald, 11 June; The Northern District Times, 13 June; said that IDP’s restructure of its Australian operations reflects its new business areas and allows each branch to focus on its contribution to the overall strategic plan, Campus Review, June 13-19

Issues and Events

Seattle-based Tenzing is arguably the current leader in the in-flight Internet race, and many of its high-technology gurus are products of Macquarie University, located a short distance from Sydney’s own Silicon Valley at Ryde, Bulletin with Newsweek, 12 June

Macquarie University was mentioned in an interview with Fred Watson from the Anglo-Australian Observatory in relation to astrobiology, ABC 702, 7 June

The move by Sayso, previously known as Syrinx, to an application service provider model where the technology is owned and maintained offsite by the service provider, is part of a restructuring and rebranding exercise for the company, which was spun off from Macquarie University a decade ago, The Sydney Morning Herald, 8 June

Murals featuring traditional Aboriginal designs were created at Macquarie University by four artists from Tobwabba Art and painted on the verandah of the Students At Macquarie bar, Campus Review, June 6-12

Radio 2SER’s special July school holiday program at Macquarie University is for senior high school students interested in a radio career and provides a taste of all areas of radio and audio production, The Northern District Times, 6 June

Macquarie University mentioned in an interview with Dr Joe Ierano, Chiropractic Association of Australia, about the chiropractic profession and chiropractic as a treatment for asthma, Sky Health News Australia, 14 June

A Macquarie University Innovations Centre will be established as part of the State Government’s ‘Building the Future’ plan, The Sydney Morning Herald, 15 June

Macquarie University is one of five universities involved in the new IDP scheme, which provides Australian scholarships to UK students, Campus Review, 13 June

DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES: Department of Business: Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Business (Organisational Development/Human Resource Management) (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19146

The Department of Business seeks to expand its interests in organisational development and human resource management, and establish a strong research reputation in these areas. The successful applicant will be responsible for continuing the development of recently introduced Human Resource Management programs and exploring the introduction of a degree in the area. The Department is responsible for the academic direction of the successful Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and a number of BCom specialisations. The Department contributes to the MCom (Business), the MCom (Marketing) and the Master of International Business degrees.

Essential criteria for Senior Lecturer: PhD in organisational development or human resource management or a related discipline, or a higher degree by research and an appropriate professional qualification; evidence of an active research program and an established research profile in a relevant area; university teaching experience with evidence of teaching quality.

Additional essential criteria for Associate Professor: PhD in a relevant area; an international research reputation; a record of successful supervision of research students.

Desirable criteria: One or more of - a successful record of industry collaboration; success in attracting research grants; involvement in web-based teaching initiatives; contributions to developmental administration at a senior level.

Enquiries and Information Package: Professor David Walters
on (02) 9850 8461, e-mail dwalters@efs.mq.edu.au An application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Salary range: Level C (Senior Lecturer): $73,904 to $85,217 per annum, including base salary $62,450 to $72,009 per annum, 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Level D (Associate Professor): $88,987 to $98,035 per annum, including base salary $75,195 to $82,841 per annum, 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis from January 2002, and will be subject to probationary conditions.

You should indicate the level at which you are applying, or whether you wish to be considered at both levels.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 31 July 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

The Macquarie Graduate School of Management (MGSM) has established an international reputation for excellence and is recognised today as being one of the leading management schools in the Asia Pacific region. MGSM is seeking to fill a number of positions as follows:

· Chair or Associate Professor of Management (Operations Management) - Ref. 5217

We are seeking applications from internationally recognised scholars in their field of management. The successful candidates will be distinguished academics and highly regarded by the business community, capable of providing leadership and mentoring in their discipline.

Associate Professor of Management (Operations Management) (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 5217

Applications are invited from scholars in the field of operations management who are able to make a substantial and innovative contribution to all activities of the School, exercise academic leadership and management in an identified field of management teaching and research and in the development of innovative courses and programs and play a prominent role in the professional community.

Essential criteria: relevant doctoral degree or substantial equivalent academic experience; significant record in research and a substantial publication record; demonstrated record of excellence in teaching at postgraduate level in key management areas on MBA and executive programs; a record of successful supervision of postgraduate research students; relevant industry experience; evidence of a leadership role in their field nationally and/or internationally.

Desirable criteria: demonstrated excellence in developing and delivering innovative management programs to postgraduate and executive audiences; evidence of attracting research grants and industry support; experience in industry and high level consulting.

Senior Lecturer in Management (Financial Management) (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 18199

Applications are invited from scholars in the field of financial management who are able to make a significant contribution to the work of the School. The successful candidate will play a major role in scholarship, research, management teaching/supervision and assist in the development of new units of study, course material and contribute to the other professional activities within the MGSM community.

Essential criteria: relevant doctoral degree or equivalent academic experience and standing; proven record of ongoing research and publication; demonstrated record of excellence in teaching at postgraduate level in key management areas on MBA and executive programs; record of successful supervision of postgraduate research students; relevant industry experience.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis from 2002. Probationary criteria may apply.

Lecturer in Management (Financial Management) (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 18295

Applications are invited from scholars in the field of financial management who are able to make a significant contribution to the work of the School. The successful candidate will play a major role in scholarship, research, management teaching/supervision and assist in the development of new teaching units, course material and contribute to the other professional activities within the MGSM community.

Essential criteria: a research degree in a relevant area; demonstrated capacity and preparedness to engage in research/publication; demonstrated record of excellence in teaching at postgraduate level in key management areas on MBA and executive programs; relevant industry experience.

Desirable criteria: PhD in a relevant area or significant progress towards completion or equivalent academic experience and standing; demonstrated excellence in developing and delivering innovative management programs to postgraduate and executive audiences; successful supervision of research students; evidence of attracting research grants and industry support; experience in industry and high level consulting.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis from 2002. Probationary criteria may apply.

Enquiries about the positions should be directed to Professor Elizabeth More, Director, MGSM, on +61 2 9850 9000 or e-mail elizabeth.more@gsm.mq.edu.au

An application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application, available from Mr Alan Stevenson on phone +61 2 9850 9110 or fax +61 2 9850 6159 or e-mail alan.stevenson@gsm.mq.edu.au

Level E (Professor) - $109,377 to $114,627 per annum, including base salary $92,425 to $96,861 per annum.

The University reserves the right to fill the positions by inviting applications, to leave them unfilled, or to make enquiries of any person regarding their suitability for appointment.

Applications must systematically address the selection criteria and include evidence of academic qualifications and experience. Applicants should include copies of three of their most influential publications, which should also be highlighted in their application.

Separate applications for each position, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address, phone and fax numbers) of three academic and/or professional referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by the closing date. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF SOCIETY, CULTURE, MEDIA & PHILOSOPHY: Department of Sociology: Lecturer in Sociology (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 19147

The appointee will develop the Department's undergraduate teaching in the area of Sociology of Media and Culture and will be responsible for a new upper-level unit in the Sociology of Media; for the coordination of a first-year unit currently entitled Culture, Identity and Society; for offering a new third-year elective; and to undertake department administration and the supervision of honours and postgraduate students.

Essential criteria: a PhD in Sociology or equivalent; an active research and publication profile; experience and demonstrated excellence in university teaching and supervision; the capacity to coordinate and teach a large introductory unit and upper-level units in the Sociology of Culture and Media; the capacity to build on and integrate existing units in this area and to undertake supervision at honours and postgraduate levels.

Desirable criteria: ability to integrate the Department's Culture and Society teaching strand into the broader undergraduate curriculum and to develop a Sociology teaching strand that is relevant to media and communication students.

Enquiries: Professor Mitchell Dean on (02) 9850 8703 or e-mail mitchell.dean@mq.edu.au An application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The position is a temporary replacement available from January 2002 until 30 June 2005. Probationary criteria may apply.

Salary range: Level B (Lecturer) - $60,331 to $71,643 per annum, including base salary $50,980 to $60,539 per annum, 17% employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

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 13 July 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR: PUBLIC RELATIONS AND MARKETING UNIT: Advertising/Web Coordinator (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 17805

The appointee will provide an advertising service for staff including client liaison, layout and design, placement advice and liaison with agencies and pre-press service providers; desktop publishing services including the basic design, layout and print management for fliers, posters, newsletters; and web management services for the Public Relations and Marketing Unit.

Essential criteria: Competency in Macintosh and PC environments and experience in a range of desktop publishing software including Quark Xpress; Web design and/or publishing skills and experience; high level oral and written communication skills; ability to advise on effective promotional strategies; effective time management skills; and the ability to undertake promotional activities.

Desirable criteria: Tertiary qualifications in communications or equivalent; familiarity with university/tertiary education sector; knowledge of pre-press and printing procedures.

Enquiries and Information Package: Ms Megan Etheridge on (02) 9850 7378 or
e-mail megan.etheridge@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The position is available from July 2001 on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months.

Salary range: Level 6 - $48,558 to $53,267 per annum, including base salary $41,032 to $45,011 per annum, 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading.

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 29 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR: Public Relations and Marketing Unit: Media Officer (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 17764

The appointee will provide editorial and strategic support for the Public Relations and Marketing Unit, in particular the Media Manager, in terms of writing media releases, following leads for publication and suggesting media strategies. The appointee will also prepare editorial content for Macquarie publications and Web design for specific projects, and promote Macquarie’s Outreach program, eg. Museums, Galleries and Sculpture Park.

Essential criteria: Excellent written and spoken communication skills, computer literacy including basic layout skills; the ability to liaise with a variety of internal and external groups; the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines and to write media releases and handle media inquiries.

Desirable criteria: Degree in Communication, or equivalent work experience in media, public relations or marketing.

Enquiries and Information Package: Kathy Vozella on (02) 9850 7456 or e-mail kathy.vozella@mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The position is available from August 2001 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 - $42,083 to $47,527 per annum, including base salary $35,561 to $40,161 per annum, 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading.

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 29 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS OFFICE: Security Services Officer (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19106

Essential criteria: Current Security Industry Licence 1A/B/C; First Aid Certificate; a current NSW Class C Driver's Licence; effective oral and written communication and customer service skills; basic data entry and information retrieval skills; ability to interface and work pro-actively and cooperatively with contract security services on campus; capacity to undertake manual handling tasks; ability to provide general information/advice and assistance to the University community; capacity to absorb and explain the organisational and physical structure of a complex organisation and site.

Salary range: Level 2 - package up to $33,107 per annum including base salary $26,858 to $27,976 per annum plus annual leave loading and up to 17% employer's contribution to superannuation.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Applicants are encouraged to obtain a job description, available from Mrs Robyn Burke on (02) 9850 7160.

Enquiries and additional information: Mr Richard Maguire on (02) 9850 7134 or Mr Joseph Dikha on (02) 9850 7135.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 22 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Previous eligible applicants need not reapply, as they will be reconsidered.

INTERNAL ADVERTISEMENTS

The appointees will work under the direction of a Program Manager to assist with the implementation of instructional programs. Applicants will be expected to become familiar with data-based instructional techniques and behavioural techniques of classroom management.

Essential criteria: Ability to communicate effectively with children; to work as part of a team and to follow instructions.

Desirable criteria: Classroom experience; experience with children with special needs.

A ‘Working with Children Check’ will be carried out for proposed appointees.

Enquiries and Information Package: Ms Lisa Limbrick on (02) 9850 9621. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The positions are available from July 2001 to 31 December 2001, and may be offered either full-time or part-time (20 hrs p/w) with the possibility of further appointment subject to funding and satisfactory performance. Applicants should indicate on their application whether they are interested in a full-time or part-time position.

Salary range: Level 3 - $30,862 to $34,941 per annum, including base salary $28,225 to $31,956 per annum, 8% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading. Pro-rata rates apply for part-time appointment.

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 29 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF LINGUISTICS AND PSYCHOLOGY: Department of Linguistics: Administrative Assistant (Part-time (continuing)) - Ref. 9583

The appointee will provide administrative assistance to the Head of Department and general support to the Department and its staff. Duties include processing correspondence; dealing with written, telephone and face-to-face enquiries from academics, University administrators, existing and prospective undergraduate students, and the public.

Essential criteria: Three years relevant administrative experience and/or relevant tertiary qualifications; good organisational, interpersonal and intercultural skills; the ability to communicate at all levels; effective time management skills; high level of keyboard skills; demonstrated competency in the use of standard office software.

Desirable criteria: Previous student administrative experience in a tertiary environment; experience with institutional computer systems.

Salary range: Level 5 - $42,083 to $47,527 per annum (pro-rata rates apply), including base salary $35,561 to $40,161 per annum, annual leave loading and 17% employer's contribution to superannuation.

The position is available 28 hours per week, on a part-time (continuing) basis and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 29 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR AND VICE-PRINCIPAL: Undergraduate Studies Section: Personal Assistant to the Assistant Registrar (USS) (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 6611

The appointee will provide administrative and secretarial support to the Assistant Registrar and the Office Manager as well as word processing and desktop publishing support for publications; provide technical assistance to the other word processor operators in the Section and provide advice and answer enquiries from students and prospective students.

Essential Criteria: Excellent word processing skills; appropriate administrative experience; time management skills; ability to work as part of a team; strong communication and interpersonal skills; an understanding of computerised systems and their applications; capacity to absorb and explain information relating to admission and enrolment.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis. Probationary conditions may apply.

Salary range: Level 5 – $42,083 to $47,527 per annum, including base salary $35,561 to $40,161 per annum, 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

The appointee will process applications for admission to undergraduate programs and administer changes of program; provide advice to students, prospective students and staff on admission, enrolment, student records, programs of study and other student matters. The appointee will have responsibility for Lighthouse/Ranking Committee and the Mature Age Jubilee Scheme.

Essential Criteria: Proved ability to handle complex matters; meet deadlines; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; have an understanding of computerised systems and their applications; excellent interpersonal skills.

Desirable Criteria: Relevant administrative experience in the tertiary sector; relevant tertiary qualification.

The position is a replacement for the current incumbent who is on secondment, and is available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis until 2 November 2001.

Salary range: Level 5 – $38,883 to $43,913 per annum, including base salary $35,561 to $40,161 per annum, 8% employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Enquiries and Information Package: Mr R Kendall, Assistant Registrar on x7327 or e-mail rkendall@remus.reg.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

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 29 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY: Customer Services Department: Customer Services Co-ordinator (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19097

The appointee will be responsible for coordinating the team to ensure the delivery of an efficient, friendly service; monitoring and maintaining the day-to-day staffing levels at service points; prioritising duties required of staff; troubleshooting IT hardware/software for students; updating and maintaining web pages.

Essential criteria: Tertiary qualification in library studies, at degree or associate diploma level and/or demonstrated equivalent experience in supervising staff; demonstrated commitment to quality customer service; demonstrated initiative, self-motivation and desire to succeed; excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills; capable of working with large teams; a sound knowledge of computer hardware and software applications including internet-based resources and services; proved ability at problem solving and effective time management; demonstrated web-authoring skills; a knowledge of EEO principles.

Enquiries and Information Package: Dr Matilda Kolandaisamy on x6513 or e-mail mkolanda@library.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis. Probationary conditions may apply.

Salary range: Level 5 - $42,083 to $47,527 per annum, including base salary $35,561 to $40,161 per annum, 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading.

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 29 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

ACCOMMODATION WANTED: Visiting academic seeks furnished, 2 bedroom flat or house in Sydney, accessible by public transport, for February to March 2002. Contact Gillian Emmett or Rowena Tai, x7959, e-mail pd@nceltr.mq.edu.au

ACCOMMODATION NEEDED FOR 2002: Japanese, Australian couple in 40s (university lecturers based in Japan) with 2 older children (aged 10 and 14) visiting Macquarie University for postgraduate studies on sabbatical leave - non-smoking, neat and clean. Would like to rent/housesit a house or flat, 2 or 3 bedrooms, northern Sydney area (Terrey Hills, Beacon Hill, Belrose proximity) from March to October 2002. Will visit Sydney 28 Aug to 10 Sep 2001 on annual leave and can meet in person, this year. E-mail enquiries to Amanda Taura t-amanda@rd5.so-net.ne.jp

TO LET: House in Wahroonga, 2-3 bedrooms, swimming pool, pleasant garden, quiet street, 15 minute drive to Macquarie Uni. Available from September (negotiable), fully furnished (negotiable). Weekly rent $290-420. Call Melinda on 9477 9763 (BH) or 9489 4417 (AH).

TO LET: Furnished bedroom for rent. Quiet location in Rydalmere, close to transport and shops. Lift to Macquarie Uni (staff member). Available after 25 June. $80p.w. (+ bills); $160 bond. Please contact Ian on 9850 7573 (work) or 9613 9398 (after hours).

TO LET: Marsfield, 2 bedroom flat, suit students or academics, walk to Macquarie Uni. LUG, internal laundry, modern kitchen, built-in wardrobes, sunny balcony, quiet and peaceful bush setting. $270 per week. Available early July. Please contact Michael and Fiona on 9888 3638 or 0409 830 544 or 0418 865 180; e-mail michael@shlrc.mq.edu.au

FLATMATE WANTED: Christian, female, non-smoker to share 2 bedroom modern, sunny unit (unfurnished) with LUG, close to transport and Macquarie Uni. Available now, $135 per week. Call Katherine Raper at work on 9577 3367 (8.30am - 5.30pm) or at home on 9869 3878 (after 8.00pm).

FOR SALE: Desk, 1950s retro style, large and solid, blonde wood, black metal legs. $50ono. Contact Lindsey Freeman on x9497.

FOR SALE: Tumbleweed Compost Maker, 2 years old, perfect condition. $100. Phone Gillian on x8541 or 9880 7657; e-mail gheller@efs.mq.edu.au

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