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23 Feb 2001

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LEARNING AND TEACHING ONLINE - 
   ARE YOU PREPARED?

The Centre for Flexible Learning (CFL) offers a short course that can help staff better prepare themselves. As one staff member said after attending the course: "The technology is merciless in dealing with the untrained and unprepared!"

If you are interested in improving your understanding of communication online, we highly recommend Learning and Teaching Online. Staff who have completed the course have commented positively on their exposure to the technology. By directly experiencing the technology for themselves, participants discover its positive and negative aspects, and go on to develop their own online teaching strategies.

The course runs over six weeks, and there are only two face-to-face sessions. The rest of the time participants discuss issues online. Participants are put in the position of the student and learn how to manage their time as an online learner, and how to use WebCT bulletin board, mail and chat facilities.

Course runs: from 28 March 2000 to 9 May

More details: http://online.mq.edu.au/public/CPDCOM/
Enquiries: Robyn Philip, Centre for Flexible Learning, robyn.philip@mq.edu.au, phone x9271.
To enrol: ContactPhoebe Dangerfield, Centre for Flexible Learning phoebe.dangerfield@mq.edu.au, phone x7570.

NEW EDITOR FOR MACQUARIE NEWS

A graduate of the universities of Queensland (BA) and London (Diploma in Information Studies), Jane brings to the job the experiences of a diverse career that wends its way in decades: ten years as a librarian and editor in Brisbane, London and Sydney, ten as a senior public servant working for NSW government ministers and agencies, and ten as a writer, editor and analyst specialising in planning and communications. Her many clients have included Mayne Nickless, the University of Queensland, the NSW Department of Education and Training and the Institute of Public Administration (Australia).

Jane also teaches writing and is a published author of fiction. Her novella The Place at the Coast was made into a feature film starring the late John Hargreaves. Her play Absence received a professional reading by the Queensland Theatre Company in 1998 and ran equal second in the Colonial Bank/Stables Theatre awards for playwrights in 1999. You can read one of her stories in Women/Sex/Love, edited by Susan Johnson for Vintage.

As editor of Maquarie University News, Jane will be responsible for ensuring that the magazine carries news, features and general information that inform and entertain all the members of the Macquarie community. The first issue under her editorship will appear in April. Jane looks forward to meeting you all and hearing your news and views. Please give her a call on phone x7383, fax: x9457 or e-mail jhyde@vc.mq.edu.au.

Megan Etheridge
Manager, PR&M Unit

WRITE A PIECE FOR CAMPUS REVIEW

Postgraduate Forum, Campus Review's innovative showcase of postgraduate work in Australia, resumes its monthly publication soon. The Forum started last year and had submissions from postgraduates from around Australia across many disciplines. The Forum is a great way to begin a resume of printed work, which will be read by academics, administrators and postgraduates around the country and overseas.

You can contribute to the Forum by writing up to 1500 words on your work-in-progress. Contributors should outline their area of research, describe what they have discovered, relate that to the broader context of their discipline, and explain any ramifications and outcomes of their work.

Contributions are welcome from all postgraduates, in any discipline. Academics are also invited to contribute work that has implications for postgraduate study.

Contact Forum editor David Myton at davidm@camrev.com.aufor more information, or call 9936 8668. Campus Review is a national weekly newspaper covering political, administrative and intellectual issues relevant to the higher education sector.

Kathy Vozella
Media Manager, PR&M Unit

BLOOD NEEDED - GIVE IT ON CAMPUS

                Tuesday         13 March 10.00am - 3.30pm
                Wednesday   14 March 9.45am - 3.30pm
                Thursday        15 March 9.45am - 3.30pm
                Friday             16 March 9.45am - 3.00pm

Thousands of blood donations are needed each week in Australia. People from all walks of life need blood, ranging from people with life-threatening illness to accident victims. Every patient who receives a blood transfusion is in an emergency or a health-threatening situation. All these people rely on the goodwill of voluntary blood donors - the unsung heroes of our community.

Together we can save thousands of people who rely on blood donors to enhance and often save their life. For more information call the Australian Red Cross Blood Service on 9229 4530.

STAFF BIBLE STUDY AT LUNCHTIME

This semester we will be digging into the Gospel of Matthew. Our first meeting will be on Tuesday 6 March. This is not a lecture format, but rather sharing together as we look at a portion of the Bible and pray for each other. Also feel free to contact me if I can be of help to you as you strive to live Christianly in the midst of the hectic University environment.

Sometimes student Christian groups ask me whether there are Christian staff from the different faculties who might be interested in talking with students about the challenges of living as a Christian while working in that particular area. If that interests you, I'd love to hear from you, by telephone on 9878 3974 or e-mail: clarkenoel@hotmail.com

Rev Noel Clarke, part-time Anglican Chaplain

EARTHQUAKES AND EMERGENCY AID

On the other side of the world, in El Salvador, more than 1 million people are still dealing with the effects of the earthquake and landslide some weeks ago. Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders or MSF) rush staff to locations where such disasters occur. In many remote areas, MSF are the first in with medical aid. In India, in El Salvador, Sierra Leone, Afghanistan, East Timor, Angola and elsewhere, during emergencies and after, it is only with donations that MSF can be there to save lives.

An urgent tax deductible gift to Medecins Sans Frontieres has been requested by them so they can provide these life-saving services, when and where they're needed most. MSF is a non-profit humanitarian organisation.

To donate by credit card: telephone 1300 136 061 or fax 9552 6539, e-mail: office@sydney.msf.orgor post to Reply Paid 31, MSF Australia, PO Box 847, Broadway NSW 2007.

Biosafety Issues, Research and Teaching
CPD workshop is open to academic and technical staff, and Honours and Postgraduate students working in or advising those who work in areas involving biosafety issues. This includes both research and teaching projects.

The workshop has been designed to provide participants with up-to-date information about the relevant legislative and policy frameworks within which researchers and institutions must operate with regard to biosafety issues, and to update participants on the policies and procedures of the Biosafety Committee. Discussion and questions from participants will be encouraged, regarding general issues, particular teaching or research projects or Biosafety Committee applications. Case studies of good and poor practice will be used to illustrate issues of concern.

Participants will also be encouraged to think more broadly about what it means to be an ethical researcher, and information will be provided as to the relevant external and internal policies and guidelines covering this area.

The workshop will involve short presentations from the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), the Chair of the Biosafety Committee, and the Biosafety Officer, as well as ample opportunities for open discussion and questions. Lunch will be provided at 12.30pm.

Monday 26 February 1.00 - 3.00pm Mollie Thomson Room, Level 5 Library
Facilitator: Millar Whalley
Enquiries: Alison Cameron, x7598

Welcome to New Staff
A Welcome to New Staff is held at the beginning of each year, with the purpose of familiarising new staff with the University. The program will include a welcome address from the Vice-Chancellor, followed by the introduction of the University Executive and Senior Staff, several of whom will also address staff. It also enables new staff and many of the senior staff of the University to meet informally over morning tea.

All new staff should have received an invitation to this function during early February. If you have not received one, please phone Kim Richard, x9721, or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au The details are as follows:

Wednesday 28 February 8.45 - 11.00am
Facilitator: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x9619
Enquiries: Kim Richard, x9721

Leading and Managing an Academic Unit
This monthly forum will provide heads of academic departments with the opportunity to discuss a range of issues of mutual interest. The program will be determined by the group, and may include discussion of particular issues, or presentations or showcases by group members, or by others from outside the group. Lunch will be provided.

Tuesday 13 March 1.00 - 2.00pm E6A 116
Facilitator: Stephen Marshall, x9795
Enquiries: Alison Cameron, x7598

Time as an Asset, Not a Liability
When was the last time you heard yourself say: "I would love to do that, but I don't have the time!" What would you give to be able to find one free extra hour's worth of time every day, at no extra cost to yourself?

In these times of ever increasing demands, wouldn't it be great to have time as an asset, rather than the one thing there always seems to be too little of? What can we do to create extra/virtual time, to do what we need to do, and what we want to do?

In this workshop we will look at different beliefs and approaches which often limit us in how we can use our time, and explore ways for managing it more powerfully and effectively.

The workshop is suitable for both academic and general staff.

Wednesday 14 March 9.30am - 1.00pm E6A 116
Facilitator: Lyn Hammett
Enquiries: Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten, x 9619

Media mentions: We are now using both print and broadcasting monitoring services, but they do sometimes miss Macquarie mentions. To ensure a 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 email to Kathy Vozella: kvozella@vc.mq.edu.au by fax to (9850) 9457; or through internal mail to W6B 148.

Professor Ros Atherton (Law): was interviewed about what happens when organs from corpses are removed without permission, The Law Report, Radio National, 6 February

Mr Steven Briffa (Primary Education graduate): said when he was doing his degree at Macquarie University, at times he was the only male in tutorials, The Sydney Morning Herald, 14 February

Associate Professor Frank Clarke (Modern History): was interviewed about what people were doing for holidays 100 years ago and said that people couldn't go swimming because it was considered rude, ABC 702, 8 February

Dr Jenny Donald (Biological Sciences): appeared as a panellist on FAQ, discussing the human genome, ABC TV, 21 December

Professor Murray Goot (Politics): said his view is that those who vote for Pauline Hanson are more concerned with moral values than with the economy, The Sunday Canberra Times, 18 February

Mr Neil McLean (Library): has been seconded part-time as director of Instructional Management Systems Centre Australia for six months, The Australian, 7 February

Mr Matthew Pearce (Media): was interviewed about television ratings and the current discrepancy between OzTAM and ACNeilsen rating results, and questioned the use of ratings when they don't tell us what people actually do when watching TV, ABC Radio National, 15 February; said the people-meters were an inexact science and that it was an excellent thing that we are now discussing what the value of the currency of television is, The Sunday Telegraph, 18 February

The late Emeritus Professor Alf Pollard (Actuarial Studies): developed the first university actuarial studies program in the world to be recognised by professional actuarial bodies and was appointed chair of economic statistics at Macquarie University in 1966, Campus Review, February 7-13

Dr Jennifer Sumsion (Early Childhood): has conducted a study which shows that fears of sexual assault allegations were keeping men out of kindergarten teaching, The Daily Telegraph, 15 February; interviewed about her research into men's involvement in early childhood education and said that media sensationalism about paedophilia has deterred many men, ABC 891 Adelaide, 15 February; interveiwed about her research on Life Matters, ABC Radio National, 16 February

Dr John Sutton (Philosophy): interviewed about Rene Descartes and the mind/body problem, Eastside Radio, 7 December; interviewed about cognitive science and Artificial Intelligence, Eastside Radio, 14 December; interviewed about memory and dreaming, Eastside Radio, 21 December

Professors David Skellern and Neil Weste (Electronics): the wireless technology they developed and recently sold to a US networking company for $500 million was the result of two brilliant men working in close personal contact, The Age, 7 February

Dr Andrew Vincent (Politics): was interviewed in relation to the bombing of Baghdad by US and UK forces, Undercurrent, Radio 2SER, 19 February; SBS Melbourne, 19 February; ABC Radio Adelaide, 20 February; AP Wire Service, 19 February

Professor Di Yerbury (Vice-Chancellor): said the AVCC board is not aware of any deficiencies in any of the university codes of ethics, although there would be some revision if any were identified, The Sydney Morning Herald, 14 February

Issues and Events

Microsoft is preparing to move to a new headquarters in North Ryde inside CSIRO's Riverside Corporate Park, near the 6ha Macquarie University Research Park, The Australian, 13 February

Macquarie University offers undergraduate degrees in multimedia and postgraduate programs in e-commerce, The Australian, 14 February

Two professors from Macquarie University have found that more people attend cultural events than sporting events, ABC Radio National, 14 February

A Macquarie University study has found that men are staying away from careers as kindergarten teachers because of fears of sexual assault allegations, MIX 106.5, 15 February; Radio 2GB, 15 February, Radio 2CH, 15 February, Radio 6PR Perth, 15 February; Radio TTFM Melbourne, 15 February

Researchers at Macquarie University have placed monitoring equipment on an iceberg which recently broke off from the Ross Ice Shelf as part of research into the effects of global warming, Alice Springs Imparja TV State Television News, 14 February

Macquarie University puts together a list to try to give the faculty a sense of the mindset of the new year's incoming students, Radio 5AD Adelaide, 15 February
 

ITALIAN GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS 2001/2002
For Australian and Italian Citizens Residing in Australia
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is offering scholarships for the 2001/2002 academic year to Australian university students or graduates. The scholarships can be allocated as long-term (one academic year, 8-12 months) or as short-term (2-3 months). There is an age limit of 38 years. Awards can be used to attend the following courses:

• Italian language and culture courses. Duration: 2-8 months
• Research (excluding medical diciplines).
• Single university courses. Duration: 2-8 months
• Postgraduate studies - Corsi di perfezionamento, corsi di specializzazione, Master, PhD (all disciplines, excluding medical disciplines). Maximum duration: 12 months.

SYDNEY HARBOUR FORESHORE AUTHORITY (SHFA) HERITAGE PRIZE 2001
The prize is open to honours and postgraduate students from universities within NSW from a variety of disciplines including architecture, history, planning, archives, engineering, environmental science, tourism, geography and urban design. Value: $5,000. Entries should contribute to SHFA's work in understanding, conserving and interpreting urban heritage places or collections. Closing Date: 16 March 2001. For entry guidelines and further information contact Laila Ellmoos, Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority, tel: 9240 8892 ellmoos@shfa.nsw.gov.au

IMPERIAL COLLEGE BEIT FELLOWSHIP FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH 2001/2002
A fellowship tenable at Imperial College will be awarded in 2001 to a student with outstanding research ability, to undertake research in a scientific, technological or biomedical field leading to a PhD degree. The award, available for a period of up to but not more than three years, will cover payment of College fees and will also provide a maintenance allowance of £8,748 per annum; the allowance will be subject to annual review. Candidates must hold a first class honours degree. Closing Date: 30 April 2001. Further details and application forms may be obtained from The Assistant Registrar (Admissions), Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine, London SW7 2AZ, United Kingdom.

DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES: Division Manager (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 5871. The Division of Information and Communication Sciences is responsible for the achievement of the University's educational, research and community outreach goals within the academic discipline areas of Computing, Electronics, Mathematics and Physics. The Manager participates fully in the Division's functions at an executive level, including carrying responsibility for management of administrative and technical services, and for the provision of financial and resource planning and other operational support to the Head of Division. The Manager will review and upgrade management systems in the Division including personnel, financial and asset management, security and risk management, information and Division support services.

Applicants must have tertiary qualifications in an area relevant to the Division, professional training combined with proved expertise and experience in the management of significant human, materiel and financial resources and projects, demonstrated capacity for independent judgement of a high level, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, detailed knowledge of administrative systems and processes, experience in management and administration in a Higher Education institution, broad technical knowledge in one or more of the Division's technology areas, and awareness of equal opportunity and occupational health and safety issues.

Preference will be given to applicants with relevant postgraduate qualifications, particularly in management. Enquiries: Professor Jim Piper, Head of Division on 9850 9500, fax 9850 9502 or e-mail Jim.Piper@mq.edu.au  The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis with a probationary period of three months. Salary range: Level 10 (Band 1) $63,537 to $74,853 per annum, plus superannuation. 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 2 March 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

Department of Physics: Research Fellow (Laser Cleaning) (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 19068. The laser cleaning group is seeking a Research Fellow to carry out scientific studies of the removal of micro- and nano- particles from surfaces. The science covers physics, optics, lasers and materials. The focus is to develop the technology for photonic, optic and optoelectronic components. The appointee will utilise the excimer laser facility to conduct experiments, analyse the results and produce/assist to produce publications and reports. Applicants must have a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant area of experimental physics or engineering, proved research ability, experience with computers in the scientific context, the ability to work independently and cooperatively with others and have good verbal and written communication skills. Preference will be given to applicants with a demonstrated ability to develop theory to aid analysis of experimental results, and relevant postdoctoral experience.

Research Fellow (Semiconductor Lasers): (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 19069. A Research Fellow is sought to work on a new research program to develop and characterise integrated semiconductor lasers. The focus is to develop optical feedback insensitive and broad bandwidth optical frequency comb devices. The appointee will utilise a well-equipped semiconductor laser laboratory to characterise devices supplied by collaborative partners, assist in designing further devices, analyse results and produce/assist production of publications and reports. Applicants must have a PhD (or equivalent) in laser physics or engineering (preferably semiconductor lasers), proved research ability, experience with computers in the scientific context, the ability to work independently and cooperatively with others and have good verbal and written communication skills. Preference will be given to applicants with a demonstrated ability or potential to develop as partner investigators in international collaboration as the project involves two partner groups in the United Kingdom.

General
Enquiries: Associate Professor Deb Kane on 9850 8907 or e-mail debkane@physics.mq.edu.au  For further information and application form please visit the Department's website at http://www.physics.mq.edu.au/positions  These positions are available on a full-time (fixed term) basis for a period of two years with a probationary period of three months. There is a possibility of further appointment subject to funding and performance.

Salary range: Level A (Associate Lecturer) $35,686 to $48,430 per annum, plus superannuation. Appointees with a PhD will be appointed to a minimum of Point 6 on the salary scale, currently $45,117 per annum. 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 16 March 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS OFFICE: Security Services Shift Supervisor (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19066/19067. Two positions are available. The Shift Supervisors will coordinate and supervise the security shift resources necessary to ensure the effective protective security, attendant, and traffic and parking services for Macquarie University and to provide a safe environment to staff, students and other persons using University grounds and facilities - in a manner which is sensitive to all cultures. The Shift Supervisors will be responsible for the supervision of in-house and outsourced services personnel, operating in three shifts to provide twenty-four hour security, crime prevention, investigations and campus patrols. The Security Services area is currently under review. Applicants must have relevant tertiary qualifications and/or extensive industry and supervisory experience; current Security Industry Licence 1A/B/C; Occupational First Aid Certificate; a current NSW Class C Driver's Licence; demonstrated supervisory skills and ability to provide effective leadership in emergency first responses; ability to tactfully conduct investigations and apply basic investigation techniques; effective written and oral communication skills; willingness and capacity to use computers; ability to exercise tact and restraint, and to react calmly and effectively under diverse conditions; ability to interface and supervise pro-actively and cooperatively with contract security services on campus; capacity to undertake manual handling tasks; ability to apply Equal Employment Opportunity and Occupational Health and Safety principles.

Preference will be given to applicants with a demonstrated ability to recommend and conduct training programs; a Certificate in Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus; and ability to apply the principles of security audits. Appointments will be subject to satisfactorily meeting fitness criteria in AS4421 (1996). All enquiries concerning your application and further information about the position should be directed to Mr Richard Maguire on 9850 7134 or Mr Joseph Dikha on 9850 7135. Applicants are encouraged to obtain a job description, available from Mrs Robyn Burke on 9850 7160. The positions are available on a full-time (continuing) basis, with rotating day and afternoon shifts, Monday to Friday, and will be subject to probationary conditions.

Salary range: Level 5 $35,561 to $40,161 per annum, plus superannuation, plus shift allowances where applicable. 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 23 February 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF SOCIETY, CULTURE, MEDIA AND PHILOSOPHY: Warawara - Department of Indigenous Studies: Departmental Administrator (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 18089. Applications are invited from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with appropriate qualifications and relevant experience. An applicants Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised by Section 14 of the Anti Discrimination Act 1977. The appointee will provide financial and administration support to the Head of Department as well as coordinating administration of the block-release program for students and, supervising and coordinating all administrative functions and services to the Department. Applicants must have relevant tertiary qualifications with at least two years relevant work experience, or equivalent work experience. Applicants must have knowledge of general accounting procedures and experience in financial administration, (ie ability to process orders/payments, pay invoices, prepare journals and interpret financial reports), excellent organisational skills, ability to prioritise a varied workload and meet deadlines. Applicants must also have excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to liaise effective with staff (academic and general) and students, and with other sections of the University and external bodies. Experience supervising staff and good computer skills, including knowledge and experience with most of the following software packages ie word processing, database, spreadsheet, accounting and personnel systems, are essential.

Preference will be given to applicants with an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples unique position within contemporary Australian Society, previous administration experience within a university or tertiary setting, knowledge of government policy in relation in indigenous higher education issues and a current drivers licence. Enquiries: Noel Leslie on 9850 9970 or e-mail nleslie@remus.reg.mq.edu.au A position description is available from Ms Mira Tolic on 9850 8831 or e-mail mira.tolic@mq.edu.au. Applicants are asked to address the selection criteria in their applications. The position is available from 1 April 2001 on a full-time (continuing) basis with a probationary period of three months. Salary range: Level 5 $35,561 to $40,161 per annum, plus superannuation. 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 7 March 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

Internal Advertisement Only
To apply for internally advertised positions, you must be:

1. A current Macquarie University staff member AND
2. a current continuing and fixed-term staff member
OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR: Dean of Graduate Studies (Research) - Ref. 17185 (Re-advertised ). Applications are invited from academic members of staff at level D or E for appointment to a fixed-term position of Dean of Graduate Studies (Research). Appointment will be for an initial period of three years with the possibility of extension for a further three year term following review. The Dean of Graduate Studies (Research) will be a distinguished academic with a strong and established research record, very good standing in postgraduate teaching and research supervision, extensive knowledge of the research context of the Australian higher education system as well as the Macquarie system, and strong skills in organisation and communication. The Dean will report to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) and will also be required to carry out relevant projects from time to time under the leadership of other members of the Executive. Within this context, the Dean will be a key leader in the Development of policy for research training, particularly:
 

• To assist in the formulation and enactment of policy regarding higher degree research students;
• To make regular contact with MUPRA and ensure that the student voice is heard effectively;
• To organise the virtual Graduate College and arrange for social and other programs to make students feel an important part of the University's research effort;
• To ensure the University has effective induction programs, study support and generic skills courses for research students;
• To monitor postgraduate research enrolments, scholarships, student progress, examinations and completions;
• To advise the Divisions on appropriate strategies for reviewing and enhancing postgraduate research programs;
• To review and enhance the supervisory code and training for supervisors;
• To provide effective liaison between the Executive, the Research Office, the Research Committee and the Postgraduate Studies Committee, and
• To handle postgraduate research student cases and student grievances which require attention outside the Divisions.

DIVISION OF SOCIETY, CULTURE, MEDIA AND PHILOSOPHY: Department of Media and Communication: Macquarie University Centre for International Communication Administrator (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 16377. The Macquarie University Centre for International Communication offers local and off-shore coursework and research degree programs in the fields of media, public affairs and international relations and is at the forefront of research in the field of International Communication and Media. The Centre also publishes The Journal of International Communication, a leading journal in the field of International Communication. The appointee will support the Director in managing the day to day administration of the Centre. This will involve liaising with staff, students and University officers on a wide range of issues, including enrolment of local and international students, supporting and assisting students throughout their program, developing administrative protocols in liaison with the Centre's overseas partners, co-ordinating the Centre's publicity and promotional material and assisting with the appointment of teaching personnel and financial administration.

Applicants must have a relevant degree and/or equivalent administrative experience, preferably in a tertiary institution and basic financial administration skills. Applicants must also have a high level of communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, a high level of negotiation skills, the ability to prioritise work and to meet strict deadline with attention to detail, good information technology skills (word processing database management, web and e-mail) and a sensitivity to the needs of people from non-english speaking background.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Naren Chitty x9244 or e-mail naren.chitty@mq.edu.au. A job description is available from Ms Mira Tolic on x7731 or e-mail mira.tolic@mq.edu.au. Applicants are asked to address the Selection Criteria in their applications. The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis with a probationary period of three months. Salary range: Level 6 $41,032 to $45,011 per annum, plus superannuation. 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 23 February 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

FOR SALE: Trampoline purchased in Oct 2000 for $198 sell $100. Other sports equipment also for sale. Phone Alan on 9869 0628 or x9963.

FOR SALE: Electrical appliances - bread oven, waffle iron, wok, fruit juicer, coffee maker, clock/radio, cd-player, omelette maker, rice cooker, lamp, heater, vacuum cleaner, foot massager, steam vaporiser, microwave, portable phone. Phone Alan on 9869 0628 or x9963.

FOR SALE: Computer package. MACLCIII Computer, MAC Colour Style Writer Pro printer and external modem. All in working order; suit student or home use. $120 ono. Contact Sharyn x8695 or 9980 7020.

FOR SALE: Violin, 19th century Dallinger, beautifully crafted, Vienna. $25,000. (Ref: No. V 2317, ask for Tony at the Violinery, 9416 8351) or contact Setsuko (owner) on x7671 (Wed to Fri) or 9420 5636 (AH).

ROOM TO LET: Macquarie Park. Two bedroom unit close to the University, Macquarie Centre and transport. Pleasant surroundings. Access to 30m pool. Built-in laundry. Unit is furnished, room is not. Share with male postgraduate student. Rent: $130p.w. + bills. Phone Dave on x7248 (W) or 9888 3818 (AH).

TO LET: East Ryde. Furnished 1 bedroom studio: Rent: $170 for one person or $290 for two people (including electricity). Suit female or couple. Smoking outside only. Must like dogs. Contact Colin Bailey on 9878 4435.

HOUSEMINDING: Family needs temporary accommodation during renovations. Happy to care for pets and garden. Prefer Ryde or nearby areas. Call Lucy on 9817 6721.
The next issue of Staff News will be published on Friday 9 March 2001.
 
 

DIARY

2001

February

Monday 26 February
BIOSAFETY ISSUES AND RESEARCH/TEACHING:1.00pm to 3.00pm, Mollie Thomson Room, Level 5, Library. Lunch will be provided at 12.30pm. Bookings: CPD, x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au.

Monday 28 February
WELCOME TO NEW STAFF 2001:8.45 to 11.00am. Bookings CPD, x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

March

Tuesday 13 March
LEADING AND MANAGING AN ACADEMIC UNIT: 1.00 - 2.00pm in E6A 116. Bookings: CPD, x7598 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au  Lunch will be provided.

Tuesday 13 to Friday 16 March
BLOOD BANK ON CAMPUS:Times: Tuesday: 13 March 10.00am - 3.30pm, Wednesday 14 March and Thursday 15 March: 9.45am - 3.30pm, Friday 16 March: 9.45am - 3.00pm.

Wednesday 14 March
TIME AS AN ASSET, NOT A LIABILITY: 9.30am - 1.00pm in E6A 116. Bookings: CPD, x9721 or e-mail cpd@mq.edu.au

Tuesday 20 March
ANCIENT HISTORY, Society for the Study of Early Christianity, RESEARCH SERIES: Talk by Dr Tom Hillard on Christian Community at Kourion and its Death. W3A 501, 7.30pm. Donation of $7 ($5 SSEC members). Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512, Anne Irish x8833, Beth Lewis x7560, Alanna Nobbs x8844.

Wednesday 28 March
CFL WORKSHOP: Learning and Teaching Online Short Course (28 March - 9 May). Facilitated by Andrew Burrell and Liz Devonshire (CFL). URL: http://online.mq.edu.au/public/CPDCOM/. Enquiries: Robyn Philip, x9271. Bookings: Phoebe Dangerfield, x7570, e-mail: phoebe.dangerfield@mq.edu.au