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INTELLIGENCE AND COUNTER TERRORISM: POST-IRAQ

The Centre for Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism (PICT) will hold a conference on 21 November 2005 chaired by SBS Dateline's George Negus. Discussion will centre on a range of issues relating to the current security environment since the invasion of Iraq in March 2003 and the social and legal implications that have resulted for both the international community and Australia particularly.

Keynote speakers will include:

• Dr Rohan Gunaratna, Head of the International Centre for Political Violence and Terrorism Research, Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies in Singapore
• Australian Federal Police Commissioner Mick Keelty.

Other speakers, drawn from the fields of intelligence, policing, disaster response, private security and academia, include Dr Ian Wing, President of the Australian Institute of Professional Intelligence Officers; Superintendent Andrew Crisp, Counter Terrorism Coordination Unit, Victorian Police; Dr Ken Harrison, Consequence Managment Specialist, Careflight Medical Retrieval and NSW Health; Tony Loughran, Director, Zero-risk International; Anthony Billingsley, Middle East and International Security, PICT and Dr Colin Wastell, Senior Lecturer, Psychology Department, Macquarie University.

For more details of speakers, visit the PICT website at: www.pict.mq.edu.au

The conference will be held at the ASX Theatre, Australian Stock Exchange, Sydney.

For further information regarding registration, contact: Roslyn Green phone: (02) 9850 9716 or email: rgreen@access.mq.edu.au

Annabel McConnachie
Business Manager
Centre for Policing, Intelligence & Counter Terrorism

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LAMS@MQ

This seminar will explore some of the ways in which staff at Macquarie have integrated LAMS into their courses. There will be a particular focus on exploring the ways in which LAMS has been used to support a variety of pedagogical approaches. Some exploration of problem-based learning will be included. This seminar is the first of an occasional series that will underpin a working group of people interested in using and developing LAMS in their teaching.

Seminar: LAMS Case Studies

Date: Monday 14 November, 10.30am–12.30pm, Room E6A 202

For more information on the LAMS@MQ Project see: http://www.melcoe.mq.edu.au/projects/lams@mq.htm

LAMS training

The next LAMS training is on:

Date: Thursday 17 November, 9.15am–1.00pm, Training Room 1, Level 1. Library.

Bookings: rvance@melcoe.mq.edu.au, x7552

If you are interested in a LAMS demonstration for your department or yourself you can contact the below staff at MELCOE or CFL:

Robyn Philip
Program and Education Manager, MELCOE
rphilip@melcoe.mq.edu.au
Ph: 9850 4150

Angela Voerman
Educational Developer, MELCOE
avoerman@melcoe.mq.edu.au
Ph: 9850 4151

Trish Edmonds
Manager, Online Education Services, CFL
trish.edmonds@mq.edu.au
Ph: 9850 9677

Angela Voerman
Educational Developer, MELCOE

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UNISUPER SEMINAR—YOUR BENEFITS WHEN YOU LEAVE

On Tuesday 6 December 2005 Frank Scarrabelotti from UniSuper will talk about decisions you will have to make about what to do with superannuation benefits when leaving a job or retiring from the workforce.

This seminar gives a wealth of information on:

• How the final benefit will be calculated when you retire or resign
• Preservation laws and how much of your benefit you can access
• Ways to top up your benefit before you take it
• What you can do with your retirement or resignation benefit
• UniSuper's Allocated, Term Allocated and Indexed Pensions, for income in retirement
• Lots of practical examples showing how tax works with your lump sum or pension.

The seminar will be held from 1.00pm–2.30pm in C5C T1.

To register please visit: http://www.unisuper.com.au/resources/seminars.cfm

Moya Sue Tin
Superannuation Officer
Human Resources

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HISTORY AND FICTION

Macquarie University’s Department of Modern History with the State Library of NSW and the History Council will be jointly sponsoring a series of seminars, History and Fiction, in the Dixson Room, Mitchell Library on Saturday 19 November.

The cost is $25 and bookings can be made through the State Library on telephone 9273 1770.

Session 1 Fiction and History

11.00am–12.45pm

11.00am: Delia Falconer—Our Light was not your Light: some thoughts on historical fiction and writing—
The Lost Thoughts of Soldiers.
11.50am: James Bradley and Hsu-Ming Teo—in conversation

Lunch: 12.30pm–1.10pm

Session 2 Historical Fictions

1.10pm–3.00pm

1.10pm: Ann Curthoys and John Docker—Is History Fiction?
2.10pm: Mary Spongberg—Secret Histories and Subversive Historiography
2.30pm: Clara Tuite—Déjà-Voodoo: Romanticism, Historical Fiction and Retroactivity

Afternoon tea: 2.55pm–3.15pm

Session 3 Writing Lives

3.15pm–4.00pm

3.15pm: Penny Russell—Piecing and Writing: from Source to Story in Biography
3.35pm: Barbara Caine—Biography, Life Writing and the Question of History
4.00pm: Book launch: Deirdre Coleman launches the Palgrave Companion to Women's Historical Writing, (eds) Mary Spongberg, Barbara Caine and Ann Curthoys.

Mary Spongberg
Department of Modern History

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MOBILE BLOOD SERVICE ON CAMPUS

The Australian Red Cross Mobile Blood Service will be at Macquarie University soon to gratefully receive donations from staff and students. Australia needs 20,000 donations a week.

No appointment required, new donors welcome. Please bring photo ID and ensure that you have a full meal and drink plenty of water prior to donation.

The Service will be in the SAM Building, Atrium on the following dates:

• Monday 7 November 10.00am–3.15pm
• Tuesday 8 November 9.45am–3.15pm
• Thursday 10 November 10.00am–3.15pm
• Friday 11 November 9.45am–3.00pm

Kate Rochaix
Marketing Assistant
Australian Red Cross

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CREATIVE HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS

The next Creative Holiday Workshop is entitled Sweet Home. This will be held on Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 January 2006.

This workshop will revolve around stories from our home. Cubby house, cave, igloo, caravan or house—no matter where we live our home should be a safe and special place.

We will explore the special qualities that make a place a home—our family, our pets and our favourite things in the world.

Children will be divided into working groups according to age and compatibility and they will experience an equal number of sessions in drama, art and music under the umbrella theme culminating in a show and tell presentation on the final day for their families to enjoy.

We emphasise the creative process, focusing young energies to tackle problem-solving in their artistic quest, building their self confidence and giving them a great sense of achievement.

We promote a team spirit in building creative ideas. This increases awareness of the joys and benefits of creative collaboration and camaraderie in the arts and in general life.

These workshops put young people in touch with a broad choice of artistic facets in the performing and visual arts and are lots of fun.

Time: 9.30am–4.30pm
Cost: two full days, $135 (GST-free)
Venue: Institute of Early Childhood, Macquarie University
Bookings: 02 9518 8458

Neil Hunt
Theatre of Image

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A MIDSUMMER MATINEE TO SAVE LIVES

What better way to spend a summer’s afternoon than by relaxing in the sun, listening to music, enjoying great food and at the same time saving lives?

The event will be held in support of the United Nations Millennium Development Goals and will commence at 2.00pm with afternoon tea. This will be followed by a jazz quartet recital from members of the Australian Youth Orchestra, and a number of guest speakers, including an address by Juan Carlos Brandt, Director of the United Nations Information Centre, Australia.

We invite all members of the community to join us on 4 December in support of the Millennium Goals, and most importantly, to raise funds for WaterAid Australia. WaterAid is an international aid agency dedicated to providing clean water and sanitation systems to less fortunate communities in the neighbouring Asia-Pacific region. It is through their continued efforts that the aim to reduce global poverty becomes ever more achievable.

Ticket are $45 for adults and $30 for students. All profits will go directly to WaterAid Australia and contributions are tax deductible. To purchase your tickets, please contact: Michelle Veney ph: 4344 1995 or email: millenniumproject@gmail.com

Greg Welsh
PR and Marketing

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MGSM EXECUTIVE HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTRE

With the festive season just around the corner, have you thought about your staff or Department's Christmas party this year?

MGSM has just released their exciting new Christmas buffet and a la carte menus to suit all tastes—so call now to book your date.

For copies of these menus, call Asal on x9082 or email: asal.gholam-hossein@mgsm.edu.au

Please feel free to contact us for a private group booking or if you would prefer to dine in Lachlan's, our a la carte restaurant, you can contact us on x9139.

Ian Kalms
Facilities Manager, MGSM

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STUDENTS AT MACQUARIE (SAM) NEWS

On Thursday 20 October 2005 SAM conducted a tree planting overlooking the lake. The ceremony was held to recognise the many and varied contributions to Macquarie University of Vice-Chancellor Di Yerbury.

The Vice-Chancellor has given 19 years of service (1987–2006) to Macquarie University and the ceremony was held to commemorate this milestone.

The flame tree that was planted will serve as a lasting reminder to future generations of staff and students of her outstanding achievements and the great legacy made during her time as Vice-Chancellor.

Fantastic Newspaper Deals from SAM

Looking to save on your newspapers? Need to get ahead with the news? Interested in a great deal for you and your friends? Staff can save over $372 on our newspaper deals.

There’s nothing better than getting your paper delivered to your door on the weekend—kick back and enjoy either the Sydney Morning Herald and the Sun Herald or The Australian and The Sunday Telegraph from this weekend. The deals also include picking up your daily copy of the Sydney Morning Herald or The Australian during term time for 40 weeks from the SAM retail outlets from 27 February 2006.

All this from as low as $15. To take advantage of these great deals, pick up an application form from the SAM Shop, Marxines Coffee Shop, The Globe or the Coffee Cart. This fantastic is offer brought to you by SAM—serving and supporting the campus community.

Marion Malouf
Students at Macquarie

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FUND RAISING MUSICAL RECITAL—TWO WEEKES—ONE EVENING

Ben and Scott Weekes are talented 20 year old twin brothers, who are trained concert pianists. Scott is currently at the Conservatorium of Music and both brothers have won several prizes for their performances. Ben has written most of the music he will perform.

Ben is also the number two ranked wheel chair tennis player and is part of the men's doubles combination who are top of the world rankings.

Our goal is to raise $10,000 to foster the development of junior wheelchair tennis in NSW.

The concert is at Strathfield Town Hall on Wednesday 30 November at 7.30pm. Tickets are $50 for adults and $25 for concession holders. For bookings call Nicki on 0419 018 082. Light refreshments will be available.

An exhibition of art and ceramics will also be on display.

Louise Hutchence
Student Service Centre
MGSM

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NEXT EDITION-LAST STAFF NEWS FOR 2005

The next edition of Staff News, deadline Monday 14 November at 12 noon, will be the last edition for 2005. The dates for Staff News 2006 are listed below:

DATES FOR STAFF NEWS 2006

(by 12noon—copy received after this time cannot be guaranteed of publication)

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CREDIT UNION

Travellers cheques and foreign cash

fxAdvantage Card is a new loyalty initiative, which aims to provide you with access to preferred foreign exchange rates when you buy or sell:

• foreign cash in all major currencies and
• American Express travellers cheques.

Preferred rates mean that you will enjoy exchange rates that are better than the day's published rate for purchases and/or encashments.

You will receive your fxAdvantage brochure at the end of a foreign exchange transaction. From then on preferential rates will be given on the next transaction. The fxAdvantage Card has unlimited use during the validity period, up to 30 September 2006. It is completely transferable—you can pass it on to your friends and family for foreign exchange transactions (at our branches only).

If you are planning a holiday overseas we can also assist you with travel insurance and the convenience of the Cashpassport.

Drop in or phone and speak to Kerry or Helen on x7616.

Kerry and Helen
Unicom Credit Union

CPD NEWS

http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

e.Learning Futures—International Perspectives

e.Learning offers both exciting opportunities and significant challenges to higher education.

You are invited to an afternoon seminar with two international experts in e.Learning and distance education:

• Dr Tony Bates, Director, Distance Education and Technology (University of British Columbia) and
• Dr Terry Anderson, Professor and Canada Research Chair in Distance Education (Athabasca University).

Specific topics for discussion include:

• e.Learning: emerging futures
• Curriculum design and delivery issues
• Organisational development issues
• Professional development to support the emerging futures scenarios.

There will be a short presentation by each panelist followed by discussion. Coffee and tea will be provided.

Dates: Tuesday 8 November, 1.30pm–3.00pm, Venue to be advised
Speakers: Dr Tony Bates, University of British Columbia and Dr Terry Anderson, Athabasca University
Enquiries: Margot McNeill, x9722, margot.mcneill@vc.mq.edu.au

WORKPLACE RELATIONS TRAINING

Principles of Recruitment and Selection—for Novice Members of MU Selection/Promotion/Probation Committees

Participating in this two-day workshop will provide you with current best practice in selection, and ways to identify problematic issues and common errors in the selection process. It will also provide strategies and tools to ensure that selection is effective, fair and legally defensible. The workshop will cover both academic and general staff selection and will be both interactive and practical in focus.

Topics include:

• Principles for best practice;
• Determining meaningful selection criteria;
• Assessing applicants against selection criteria;
• Effective interview techniques;
• Developing useful questions;
• Committee management issues;
• Reference checking;
• Committee reports.

Please note that as of 1 January, 2004, all members of Selection Committees are required to have attended an MU Recruitment and Selection training program.

The number of participants in this workshop is limited to 16. As the workshop is expected to be in high demand, early enrolment is advised.

Lunch will be provided.

Participants must commit themselves to attending both days of the session.

Date: Tuesday 15 and Wednesday 16 November, 9.30am–5.00pm, Human Resources Training Room, Mezzanine Level, C4B
Facilitator: Amanda Phillips

To book call CPD on x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au

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IT TRAINING

www.library.mq.edu.au/training/

Enrolments for Semester 2, 2005 IT courses are now open and can be made online via:

www.library.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php

www.library.mq.edu.au/training/online.html

Cecily Lenton
Online / IT Training Coordinator
Information Technology Training Unit
Macquarie University Library

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WHAT’S ON IN PR & MARKETING

This is a regular column to keep all staff informed of the activities of the Public Relations and Marketing Unit. Through this column we will tell you about major events, opportunities to get involved with high school visits and careers markets, new marketing campaigns and activities, as well as the regular reporting of Macquarie University’s media mentions. If you have any questions, or would like to provide any feedback please contact Greg Welsh on 7456 or email: greg.welsh@mq.edu.au

Celebration—18 November

Staff are reminded that RSVPs for the staff function to celebrate the contribution of the Vice-Chancellor to the University (to be held in The Atrium, SAM Building on Friday 18 November) are required by Monday 14 November.

Movies at Macquarie—Fact or Fiction?

Watch the movie then ask the experts! The next free Movies at Macquarie screening is The Castle on Sunday 20 November. Join host Dr Nicole Graham from the Department of Law in a discussion of concepts of commodification, ownership and belonging in Australian property law. The screening is in the Macquarie Theatre at 7.00pm. For more information about this event: www.pr.mq.edu.au/mqmovies

Pathways Day

Staff are reminded that Monday 7 November is the deadline for Pathways Day involvement forms to be returned to the Public Relations and Marketing Unit. Forms can be faxed to (02) 9850 9457 or emailed to publicrelations@mq.edu.au.

If you have any questions regarding Pathways Day, please contact Megan Etheridge on x7378 megan.etheridge@mq.edu.au or Michelle Riley on x7465 michelle.riley@mq.edu.au

Greg Welsh
Acting Media Manager

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ALUMNI

http://www.mq.edu.au/alumni/index.htm

Alumni Farewell Dinner for the Vice-Chancellor

Date: Thursday 24 November, 6.00pm for 6.30pm
Venue: International College of Management, 151 Darley Rd, Manly
Cost: $79 per person
Bookings: essential
RSVP: 18 November 2005

You are invited to join alumni and guests at a special dinner to honour the Vice-Chancellor's 19 years of distinguished service to the University. The function will be held at the International College of Management, Sydney (previously St Patrick's Catholic Seminary).

The evening will commence with drinks and canapés on the College terrace overlooking Manly and the Pacific Ocean and will be followed by a three-course meal and beverages in the historic Great Hall.

The Alex Boneham Trio will entertain guests throughout the evening.

Booking form: http://www.mq.edu.au/alumni/html/forms/DiYerburyFarewell.html

Alumni Office
Telephone: (02) 9850 7310
Fax: (02) 9850 9478
Email: alumni@reg.mq.edu.au

Mark Herndon
Director
Alumni Office

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MACQUARIE IN THE MEDIA

We are 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 email to Greg Welsh: greg.welsh@mq.edu.au; by fax to (9850) 9457; or through internal mail to Ground Floor, Goodman Fielder Building, Macquarie University Research Park.

Professor Peter Abelson (Economics): will become a visiting scholar at the University of Sydney next year, The Australian, 26 October; supports Malcolm Turnbull's call for marginal tax rates to be reduced, The Age, 29 October

Associate Professor Frank Ashe (Economics): wrote a letter to the editor on the Australian Industry Group's comments on the proposed industrial relations reforms, Australian Financial Review, 24 October; was accused of being misleading by the CEO of the Australian Industry Group, Australian Financial Review, 28 October

Mr Ken Baxter (PICT): the former secretary to the Department of Premier and Cabinet in Victoria is now director of counter terrorism at Macquarie University, Australian Financial Review, 18 October

Mr Anthony Billingsley (PICT): will be speaking at the PICT Conference, The Australian, 27 October

Mr Harvey Broadbent (Modern History): reviewed the Hiroshima Peace Park and Museum, Friends magazine, 1 September

Ms Sue Butler (Macquarie Dictionary): says the Macquarie Dictionary is as popular as ever, 2CC Canberra, 17 October; says new additions to the Macquarie Dictionary include 'dunny budgie' and 'evo-devo', ABC Northern Tasmania, 25 October; is the public face of the Macquarie Dictionary, Sunday Age, 30 October

Dr Steve Cassidy (Computing): discussed the new national network for human communication sciences, led by Macquarie and the ANU, The Australian, 18 October

Miss Anita Chang (Asian Languages): received a 25 year service award to Macquarie University, and gave a speech for the Library Friends' Foundation, Singtao Daily, 21 October

Emeritus Professor John Collins (Psychology): was on the selection panel for service to the community awards, Bega District News, 14 October

Professor Max Coltheart (MACCS): has been appointed to the main panel of the UK's Research Assessment Exercise, Campus Review, 19 October

Dr Felicity Cox (Linguistics): said regional variations in the Australian accent are evident, but that they are slight, The Australian, 19 October

Professor John Croucher (MGSM): his weekly Numbercrunch column included statistics like 'Heaviest recorded normal human brain: 2.3 kilograms', Sydney Morning Herald, 22 October; The Age, 22 October; ABC 612 Brisbane, 24 October; his weekly Numbercrunch column included statistics like 'weight of the world's heaviest recorded woman: 544 kilograms', Sydney Morning Herald, 29 October; The Age, 29 October

Professor Peter Curson (Health and Chiropractic): discussed the 1919 Spanish flu epidemic, Sydney Morning Herald, 22 October; says 120 people worldwide have been infected by bird flu, with 60 of these dying, 2GB Sydney, 23 October; discussed how bird flu could have developed, 2GB Sydney, 23 October; discussed the 1919 Spanish flu epidemic, Sydney Morning Herald, 25 October

Professor James Dalziel (MELCOE): said LRN was chosen as the basis for LAMS because of its sophistication and shared open-source philosophy, Australian Financial Review, 17 October

Professor Paul Davies (Australian Centre for Astrobiology): interviewed about the life of Albert Einstein and the nature of science discovery, Radio National Breakfast, 17 October; said he endorsed an open letter by the Australian Science Teachers Association arguing against the teaching of Intelligent Design in science classes, ABC 702 Sydney, 21 October; discussed the search for alien life in the universe, Herald Sun, 22 October; Illawarra Mercury, 22 October; West Australian, 22 October

Professor Ed Davis (Economic and Financial Studies): referred to in an article on Professor Peter Abelson, The Australian, 26 October

Professor Phil Dolan (Applied Finance Centre): did an extensive study of Australian market returns over 20 years, Ballarat Courier, 22 October; Sydney Morning Herald, 22 October; The Age, 22 October; Border Mail, 24 October; Canberra Times, 26 October

Ms Megan Etheridge (Public Relations and Marketing): said Macquarie University markets in specific ways to Generation Ys, Campus Review, 19 October

Associate Professor Chris Evans (Psychology): was one of the scientists interviewed in an ABC documentary, Sex in the Bush, Sydney Morning Herald, 24 October

Mr Paul Gollan (Labour Management Studies Foundation): wrote an opinion article on industrial relations reform, The Age, 18 October

Mr David Harrington (Indigenous Bioresources Research Group): praised two young Indigenous women who worked at Macquarie University's Open Day, Koori Mail, 19 October

Dr Geoffrey Hawker (Politics): discussed the challenges facing the Australian Labor Party, Radio Adelaide, 18 October

Dr Marie Herberstein (Biological Sciences): said while redback spiders were common, they were placid and it was very unlucky to get bitten, St George and Sutherland Shire Leader, 20 October

Ms Flavia Hodges (Australian Placenames Survey): discussed the pronunciation of a northern NSW town, The Channon, Northern Star, 18 October

Dr Lesley Hughes (Biological Sciences): gave a Dee Why talk on the biological ramifications of global warming, Manly Daily, 19 October

Dr Belinda Khong (Psychology): spoke at UNE about the parallels and divergences of Eastern and Western understanding of the self, Armidale Express, 21 October

Professor Robin Kramar (MGSM): said the new breed of HR directors have a much more strategic role, Business Review Weekly, 27 October

Professor John Mathews (MGSM): mentioned as one of the authors of How to Kill a Country, ABC 774 Melbourne, 16 October; discussed rising petrol prices and oil reserves, SBS National, 18 October

Professor Craig Mudge (Institute for Innovation): wrote an opinion article on the challenge ahead for Australian educators, Campus Review, 26 October

Ms Ximena Nelson (Psychology): was part of a research team that studied the behaviour of East African jumping spiders, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 October

Dr Paul Nesbit (MGSM): said people skiving off at work was merely a symptom of poor motivation, Australian Financial Review, 18 October

Professor Philip Newall (Linguistics): says being exposed to high-frequency noises for prolonged periods can lead to hearing loss, Namoi Valley Independent, 13 October

Mr Maurice Newman (Chancellor): last month wrote an email to Macquarie staff about incoming Vice-Chancellor Steven Schwartz, Campus Review, 26 October

Associate Professor Aleksander Pavkovic (Politics): discussed the future of Kosovo and terrorist threats in the region, SBS Radio, 26 October

Professor Andy Pitman (Physical Geography): says computer modelling research suggests urban surfaces have increased the number of Sydney storms, ABC Statewide, 19 October; Sydney Morning Herald, 24 October; Vega Sydney, 24 October; 2BH Broken Hill, 24 October; 2SM Sydney, 24 October; 2UE Sydney, 24 October; ABC Newcastle, 24 October; ABC 702 Sydney, 25 October; ABC 891 Adelaide, 27 October

Dr Natalie Robinson (Psychology graduate): found that 15.8% of young people use text messaging to end a relationship, Bulletin with Newsweek, 25 October

Professor Steven Schwartz (Vice-Chancellor Designate): will take up his role running Macquarie University in February, The Australian, 19 October

Professor Sue Spence (Linguistics and Psychology): will become Dean of Linguistics and Psychology in February, Campus Review, 19 October; Weekly Times, 26 October

Dr Brian Spencer (Registrar): said the University had no objection to SIBT students being members of MUSC, The Australian, 26 October

Mr David Spencer (Law): was a judge of this year's State Schools Conflict Resolution and Mediation competition, Parramatta Sun, 26 October

Miss Lindsay Stanford (Human Resources): described Macquarie University's new Indigenous traineeship scheme as 'groundbreaking', Koori Mail, 19 October

Professor David Throsby (Economics): wrote an opinion article on why Australia should have supported an international treaty on cultural diversity, Sydney Morning Herald, 25 October

Associate Professor Leonie Tickle (Actuarial Studies): gave statistics on changing life expectancy at a Financial Planning Association presentation, Australian Financial Review, 19 October

Mr Peter Tuchin (Health and Chiropractic): his recent clinical trial proved chiropractics could help migraine sufferers, Sunday Times, 23 October

Professor John Veevers (Earth and Planetary Sciences): criticised suggestions Australia should bury nuclear waste in the Northern Territory, Sydney Morning Herald, 22 October

Mr Raphael Veit (Centre for Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism): said many groups operating in Iraq are committed to global jihad, The Australian, 27 September

Associate Professor Dominic Verity (Information and Communication Sciences): said that in schools there has been a massive drop in interest in IT at HSC level, The Australian, 25 October

Professor Malcolm Walter (Australian Centre for Astrobiology): gave the opening address at Arndell Anglican College's annual Space Symposium, Northern News, 18 October

Dr Colin Wastell (Psychology): is a speaker at the PICT Conference, The Australian, 27 October

Dr Margaret White (Institute of Early Childhood): interviewed about the developmental stages of children's drawing, Life Matters, Radio National, 24 October

Professor Bernard Wood (GEMOC): said the Earth grew rapidly over the first 20 to 30 million years, Radio National, 29 October

Dr Rod Yager (Mathematics): as Chief examiner of HSC maths, denied the 2005 paper was too difficult, Daily Telegraph, 26 October

Professor Di Yerbury (Vice-Chancellor): said it would be very difficult to implement the VSU legislation if it were passed at short notice, Barrier Daily Truth, 13 October; was on the selection panel for service to the community awards, Bega District News, 14 October; said AVCC representatives would meet with Dr Brendan Nelson every six weeks, Australian Financial Review, 17 October; welcomed any delay in the introduction of VSU, Campus Review, 19 October; said she was very pleased that the RQF model put forward by the Expert Advisory Group reflected the broad thrust of the AVCC arguments, Campus Review, 19 October; said the government should consider waiting to introduce HEWRRs, Campus Review, 19 October; said an announcement of a new partnership in Singapore was imminent, Sydney Morning Herald, 22 October; said she was heartened by some of the latest RQF developments, Campus Review, 26 October; wrote an opinion article on the 'voluntary student unionism' issue, Canberra Times, 26 October; referred to in regard to a story on Professor Peter Abelson, The Australian, 26 October; her weekly column discussed sports scholarships at Macquarie and the appointment of Professor Sue Spence, Weekly Times, 26 October; initiated the Centre for Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism at Macquarie, The Australian, 27 October

Issues and Events

The Macquarie University Art Gallery has sponsored a $20,000 acquisitive art prize for works inspired by physics, Canberra Times, 17 October

Women are more likely than men to send supportive text messages to partners, according to Macquarie University research, Australian Financial Review, 17 October

The Times Higher Education Supplement ranks Macquarie University 53rd in the world at biomedicine, Campus Review, 26 October

Chiropractor Patrick Sim completed his Masters at Macquarie University, ABC 891 Adelaide, 25 October

Ryde resident Jimmy Shaw helped establish a community garden five years ago at Macquarie University, Northern District Times, 26 October

The Education category of the 2005 Premier's NSW Exporter of the Year awards was won by Macquarie University, Northern District Times, 26 October

Community radio station 2SER broadcasts from UTS Broadway and Macquarie University, Sydney Central Courier, 26 October

A Rock against Racism concert will be held at Macquarie University on 10 November, Blacktown Sun, 25 October; Parramatta Sun, 26 October

A letter writer shared her experiences doing the HSC and studying media and culture at Macquarie University, Sunday Telegraph, 23 October

Leader of the NSW Opposition, Peter Debnam, did an MBA at Macquarie University, Daily Telegraph, 22 October

Dance choreographer Raymond Blanco was until recently artist-in-residence at Macquarie University, Courier Mail, 22 October

The Times Higher Education Supplement last year ranked Macquarie University the world's 68th best science institution, Campus Review, 19 October

Eastwood firefighters regularly abseil down Building E7A at Macquarie University as part of their training, Northern District Times, 19 October

The Macquarie University Library is featuring an exhibition of the works of George Melrose, Northern District Times, 19 October

The GROW business development organisation held a business briefing at Dunmore Lang College Macquarie University, Sydney Business Review, 1 October

The Bruce Allen Memorial Lecture is sponsored by MUCIC at Macquarie University, The Australian, 20 October

A kit developed by the early childhood road safety program at Macquarie University will be used in a Wyong campaign, Central Coast Express, 19 October; Daily Telegraph, 19 October

Members of the Wiggles undertook early childhood studies at Macquarie University, ABC Far West NSW, 18 October

A speaker from Macquarie University will address the Emerging Skills Summit, Campus Review, 19 October

Macquarie University's basketball team recently won the Australian University Games, Daily Examiner, 20 October

A caller discussed whether definitions of 'illegal' and 'unlawful' were the same in the Macquarie Dictionary, 2SM Sydney, 20 October

The CEO of a speed dating company came to Australia to undertake MBA study at Macquarie University, The Australian, 28 October

A caller recalled seeing the band The Divinyls at Macquarie University, ABC 702 Sydney, 27 October

All NSW university students starting in 2006 will pay increased HECS, except those at Macquarie University, Daily Telegraph, 26 October; Armidale Express, 31 October

A profiled UNSW academic is an associate member of the Australian Centre for Astrobiology, which is hosted by Macquarie University, The Australian, 26 October

The members of the Innovative Research Universities Australia group, which includes Macquarie University were founded in the 1960s, Australian Financial Review, 31 October

A local Hawkesbury HSC student hopes to study chemistry and French at Macquarie University next year, Hawkesbury Gazette, 26 October

A sculpture by John Petrie was bought by Macquarie University recently, Quirindi Advocate, 26 October

A Liberal candidate for preselection in Pittwater, Stephen Choularton, is a PhD student at Macquarie University, Manly Daily, 29 October

The Doug Ellis Trophy was won by Macquarie University at the Australian University Games, Northern District Times, 19 October; Weekly Times, 19 October

One of the candidates for Liberal preselection in Pittwater, Stephen Mutch, works as a tutor at Macquarie University, Daily Telegraph, 19 October

Greg Welsh
Acting Media Manager

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SCHOLARSHIPS

http://www.ro.mq.edu.au/HDRU/scholar.htm

PETERHOUSE, CAMBRIDGE— RESEARCH STUDENTSHIPS

These awards are for study at Peterhouse only.

The studentships open to men or women will not normally have been undergraduate members of the College; if candidates of sufficient merit present themselves, elections into not more than three Studentships may take place in July 2006.

Candidates must be graduates of a university in the United Kingdom or elsewhere: if not graduates they should have graduated by August 2006. They must intend to be candidates for the degree of PhD in the University of Cambridge.

Further information: A brief information sheet is available from the Higher Degree Research Unit, C4C cottage. Application forms for Studentships can be found on the website: www.pet.cam.ac.uk/admissions/research-studentships.html or may be obtained from the Senior Tutor, Peterhouse, Cambridge, CB2 1RD, England.

Closing Date: 1 April 2006

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POSITIONS VACANT

DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND LIFE SCIENCES
Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences
Scientific Officer
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 18575

The appointee will be part of a team providing technical support in the preparation and maintenance of undergraduate teaching laboratories in the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences. Duties involve the coordination and preparation of a broad range of practical classes and maintenance of laboratories and equipment.

Essential Selection Criteria: Degree majoring in biochemistry or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training; excellent interpersonal skills and a high standard of written and oral communication skills; capacity to work with a degree of independence and initiative; capacity to prioritise work to meet deadlines with attention to detail; a sound understanding of EEO and OH&S principles; relevant computing skills (spreadsheet and word processing).

Desirable Selection Criteria: Experience in university undergraduate laboratories (especially with laboratory instrumentation, eg spectrophotometry and gel electrophoresis); a driver’s licence; skills in the use of computer imaging software; web page design and development skills.

Enquiries: Rod Nurthen on (02) 9850 4233 or rnurthen@rna.bio.mq.edu.au or Rob Kingsford-Smith on (02) 9850 8218 or rkingsfo@rna.bio.mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package: From $52,868 pa, including (Level 5) base salary $44,674 to $50,381pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or email, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Human Resources, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 9 November 2005. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF HUMANITIES
Department of English
Lecturer in English
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 20273

The appointee will be a specialist in modern and contemporary literature and literacy theory. They will contribute to teaching in those areas, as well as to other units in the Department, in undergraduate and postgraduate studies. The appointee will also supervise at postgraduate level, conduct research and contribute to the administration and outreach of the Department.

Essential Criteria: PhD (or equivalent); active research program in modern/contemporary literature and literary theory, substantiated by publication record; demonstrated high quality teaching especially at undergraduate level; capacity to supervise higher degree research students.

Desirable Criteria: Successful experience in developing and teaching in undergraduate units, especially with attention to teaching critical concepts; interest in flexible learning development.

Enquiries: Professor John Stephens on telephone (02) 9850 8748 or email: john.stephens@humn.mq.edu.au

Applicants MUST obtain an information package, available from Alana Sharp on telephone (02) 9850 8739 or alana.sharp@humm.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. Further information on the Department of English is available at: http://www.engl.mq.edu.au

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

Package: From $75,498 pa, including (Level B) base salary $63,797 to $75,650 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

Salary sacrificing opportunities and relocation assistance are available.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Human Resources, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 18 November 2005. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

OFFICE OF FINANCIAL SERVICES
Systems Section
Business Systems Analyst/Crystal Report Writer
(Full-time (fixed-term))
Ref. 19712

The Office of Financial Services within Macquarie University provides financial management expertise within pro-active contemporary environment. The Office provides planning support and information to the University Executive as well as to Colleges and Offices of the University. This position is situated within the Systems Section of the Office of Financial Services but the appointee will be expected to support activities of the Office and the University.

The Business Systems Analyst will be responsible for testing of new releases and patches that are distributed by the vendor of systems time to time. In addition, the Business Systems Analyst will also investigate problems identified and reported by users and assist users in resolving these problems by either providing a solution or a workaround until the vendor provides a permanent solution. The occupant of this position is also expected to develop financial reports using Crystal Report Writer and develop SQL for extraction of data.

Essential Selection Criteria: Experience in creating test plans and scripts, carrying out testing and analysing and concluding on test results of medium to large systems; ability to learn quickly about large information systems; demonstrated ability to understand user needs and provide appropriate business solutions; demonstrated analytical skills, including the ability to formulate and implement practical solutions to complex problems; at least three years experience in Crystal Report Writing and SQL; knowledge of change management issues arising when implementing new systems and processes; prior work experience in financial accounting; excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to liaise with staff at all levels; proven ability to meet tight deadlines and the ability to plan and organise self and others; demonstrated ability to negotiate with and influence others.

Desirable Criteria: Relevant tertiary qualifications; experience in Microsoft Office applications inclusive of Microsoft Project; experience in the implementation of package systems; knowledge of higher education environment and student administration functions and processes.

Enquiries: Eswari Chellappah on (02) 9850 8689 or email: eswari.chellappah@mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (fixed term) basis for a period of five (5) years and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application

Package: From $75,313 pa, including (Level 8) base salary $63,640 to $70,812 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employers superannuation. Conditions include salary sacrificing opportunities.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Please visit www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date: 18 November 2005.

OFFICE OF FINANCIAL SERVICES
Systems Section
Business Systems Analyst
(2 positions)
(Full-time (fixed-term))
Ref.19467 & 19584

The Office of Financial Services within Macquarie University provides financial management expertise within a pro-active contemporary environment. The Office provides planning support and information to the University Executive as well as to Colleges and Offices of the University. This position is situated within the Systems Section of the Office of Financial Services but the appointee will be expected to support activities of the Office and the University.

The Business Systems Analyst will be responsible for testing of new releases and patches that are distributed by the vendor of systems from time to time. In addition, the Business Systems Analyst will also investigate into problems identified and reported by users and assist users in resolving these problems by either providing a solution or a workaround until the vendor provides a permanent solution.

Essential Selection Criteria: Experience in creating test plans and scripts, carrying out testing and analysing and concluding on test results of medium to large systems; ability to learn quickly about large information systems; demonstrated ability to understand user needs and provide appropriate business solutions; demonstrated analytical skills, including the ability to formulate and implement practical solutions to complex problems; excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to liaise with staff at all levels; demonstrated ability to negotiate with and influence others; proven ability to meet tight deadlines and the ability to plan and organise self and others; knowledge of change management issues arising when implementing new systems and processes; ability to use initiative and take responsible action appropriately; experience in specifying report requirements and interfaces.

Desirable Criteria: Relevant tertiary qualifications; prior work experience in financial accounting; experience in Microsoft Office applications inclusive of Microsoft Project; experience in the implementation of package systems; knowledge of higher education environment and student administration functions and processes.

Enquiries: Eswari Chellappah on (02) 9850 8689 or email: eswari.chellappah@mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (fixed term) basis for a period of five years and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application

Package: From $75,313 pa, including (Level 8) base salary $63,640 to $70,812 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employers superannuation. Conditions include salary sacrificing opportunities.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Please visit www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date: 18 November 2005.

AUSTRALIAN CENTRE FOR EDUCATIONAL STUDIES
School of Education
Lecturer in Education
Primary (English)
Ref. 20277
(Full-time (continuing))

The appointee will convene at least one unit within the primary program; be responsible for and teach on the English Key Learning Area strand in the primary curriculum and methodology units; contribute to other strands where necessary; supervise students in their professional experience; contribute to the research output and outreach programs of the School of Education.

Essential Selection Criteria: PhD or equivalent in education or related area, awarded or under examination; a recognised primary teaching qualification and classroom experience; a developed understanding of current curriculum and assessment issues in the primary curriculum in general and in the English strand in particular; demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively with students, staff and the school community; demonstrated capacity to supervise students in schools; an active research program that complements the School of Education’s current research activities.

Desirable Section Criteria: Knowledge of and experience in teacher education programs.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Pamela Coutts on 9850 8665 or email: pamela.coutts@mq.edu.au or Dr John Farrell on 9850 8656 or email: john.farrell@mq.edu.au

Package: From 75,498 pa, including (Level B) base salary $63,797 to $75,650 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

An application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application and is available from Carolyn Powell on 9850 9898 or email: carolyn.powell@mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis from January 2006 and may be subject to probationary requirements. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

These appointments are currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Applications including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status and the names and addresses (including postal and/pr e-mail address) of three referee’s should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Human Resources, Macquarie University Sydney 2109 by
18 November 2005. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND LIFE SCIENCES
Department of Biological Sciences
Lecturer in Biology (Australasian Vertebrate Biota)
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 3605

The appointee will undertake research, develop, and lead a research group and teach undergraduates in Australasian vertebrate biota.

Essential Criteria: Applicants must have a PhD in biological science, zoology or allied field. Applicants must also have a demonstrated record in publications, attracting competitive research grants and contributing to tertiary teaching relative to opportunities.

Enquiries and application package: Associate Professor Michael Gillings on (02) 9850 8179 or hodbiol@rna.bio.mq.edu.au or from: www.bio.mq.edu.au/Dept/Position/Academic.html

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis from 3 January 2006, and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package: From $75,498 pa, including (Level B) base salary $63,797 to $75,650 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Human Resources, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 23 November 2005. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND LIFE SCIENCES
Department of Biological Sciences
Lecturer in Biology (Ecosystem Processes)
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 20278

The appointee will undertake research, develop, and lead a research group and teach undergraduates in ecosystem processes, particularly in nutrient transactions and the integration of gene activity with processes occurring at landscape levels.

Essential Criteria: Applicants must have a PhD in biological sciences, ecology or biochemistry. Applicants must also have a demonstrated record in publications, attracting competitive research grants and contributing to tertiary teaching relative to opportunities.

Desirable Criteria: Preference will be given to applicants with a strong record in tertiary teaching. Capacity and willingness to develop field teaching and online curriculum will be well-regarded. Capacity and willingness to develop research and teaching programs in collaboration with land management agencies would be well-regarded. Preference may be given to applicants whose research interests complement existing strengths in the Department.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis from 3 January 2006, and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package: From $75,498 pa, including (Level B) base salary $63,797 to $75,650 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Human Resources, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 23 November 2005. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

Vice-Chancellor’s Innovation Fellowships 2006
(Full-time (fixed-term))
Ref. 20276

As Australia’s Innovative University, Macquarie University seeks to develop research programs of high quality which are closely linked to Australian/International industry and other end-user organisations and communities. The Vice-Chancellor’s Innovation Fellowship (MQVCIF) Scheme is designed to attract outstanding researchers to the University who will focus on developing effective research collaborations with Australian/International organisations from industry, commerce, government (excluding publicly funded research agencies) and community groups. The research may be undertaken in any discipline area of the University, though it must be aligned to designated research strengths.

Up to three full-time Vice-Chancellor’s Innovation Fellowships will be awarded on a competitive basis and will be tenable from 1 February 2006 for two (2) years in the first instance, with provision for renewal for up to five (5) further years, subject to satisfactory performance against agreed objectives. These will include as a minimum, successful application/negotiation for a substantial industry-linked (and externally-funded) research project covering the period of the extended appointment.

Applicants must:

• hold a PhD, or demonstrable equivalent, at the time of application;
• have an outstanding research and/or development track record in academic or non-academic (public or private) organisations in an area which is aligned to one of the University’s designated areas of research strength— http://www.ro.mq.edu.au/HDRU/scholar2.htm;
• put forward a high quality proposal for research relevant to industry/government/community for the first two years of appointment;
• be able to demonstrate an effective strategy for the engagement of industry/government/ community partners in collaborative research;
• nominate a Macquarie University host Centre/Department and demonstrate the benefit of the proposal to that Centre/Department and to the University;
• be based on the University campus for the full term of the appointment.

Package: (Level B Lecturer) From $75,498 pa, including base salary $63,797 to $75,650 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employers superannuation.

Package: (Level C Senior Lecturer) From $92,332 pa, including base salary $78,022 to $89,877 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employers superannuation

Candidates may also apply for up to $40,000 to assist with research costs associated with the proposed Fellowship project in the first two years.

Funding rules and application material may be obtained from the following website: http://www.ro.mq.edu.au/fund/internal/mqvcif or by contacting Karyn Knowles at the Macquarie University Research Office at: karyn.knowles@vc.mq.edu.au

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Applications must be submitted in both hard copy to the Research Office, Building E11A, Macquarie University, Sydney NSW 2109, Australia and electronically to karyn.knowles@vc.mq.edu.au by 25 November 2005.

MACQUARIE INTERNATIONAL
International Student Adviser
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 18900

The appointee will support the welfare of international students, implementing various programs to ensure the smooth integration of international students onto the campus and community, including pre-departure information and programs, orientation, academic progress monitoring, student mentoring and peer support programs and returning home programs. First point of contact for issues facing international students.

Essential Selection Criteria: Degree or substantial relevant work experience; experience in the delivery of support programs for international students in a tertiary environment; experience with peer support programs; familiarity with university policy and procedures; cultural understanding and sensitivity; excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both oral and written; administrative and computer skills of a high order; ability to prioritise and work as part of a team; knowledge of monitoring and reporting requirements students at risk for ESOS purposes; knowledge of ESOS requirements for provider of tertiary education to international students.

Desirable Selection Criteria: Experience working in an international office environment or study overseas; understanding of Australian university systems and procedures; knowledge of Macquarie University’s internationalisation strategy and vision.

Enquiries: Jo Byng on (02) 9850 7359 or joanne.byng@mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis, and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package: From $68,562pa, including (Level 7) base salary $57,936 to $62,406pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Human Resources, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 25 November 2005. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES
Senior Lecturer in Higher Education
(Learning and Teaching Development)
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 20211

The appointee will be required to contribute to and support the development of the Division’s academic staff and programs by: contributing to the Division’s teaching and learning programs, policy and planning processes, assisting in the design, development, implementation and review of induction programs for new and sessional staff, professional and organisational development programs in teaching, learning and curriculum development, and the Division’s approaches to teaching and student learning support; providing one to one support for staff in developing and implementing strategies for maintaining and assuring the quality of their teaching and the programs/units they teach.

The appointee will also be expected to maintain an active and productive research agenda in areas relevant to their role, supervise postgraduate research students and make a contribution to cross-disciplinary teaching in the Division’s programs.

Essential Criteria: A PhD or equivalent research qualification in a discipline relevant to the Division; demonstrated capacity for productive research in the area of teaching and learning development in higher education; demonstrated ability to develop the teaching practices of academic staff; demonstrated capacity to lead and work effectively in teams; highly developed project management skills; an excellent understanding of contemporary theories of teaching and learning as they relate to higher education contexts; demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain effective working relationships with academic colleagues.

Desirable Criteria: A good understanding of, and experience in, issues associated with supporting academic staff to: teach large classes; teach students from diverse cultural and backgrounds; assist students with the transition to and from university; “internationalise” curricula; and design and effectively facilitate on line and flexible learning.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Peter Petocz on (02) 9850 9174.

Applicants MUST obtain an information package, available from Ms Patsy Yew on (02) 9850 8379 or recruit@efs.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis from January 2006, and may be subject to probationary conditions.

Package: From $92,332 pa, including (Senior Lecturer) base salary $78,022 to $89,877 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation. Conditions include the possibility of performance based market loadings. Salary sacrificing opportunities and relocation assistance are available.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Human Resources, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 25 November 2005. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES
Department of Physics
Research Fellow
(Full-time (fixed-term))
Ref. 20271

The ARC Centre of Excellence the Centre for Ultrahigh-bandwidth Devices for Optical Systems (CUDOS) has a node in the Division of Information and Communication Sciences and conducts research into novel photonic devices. CUDOS is seeking to employ an experienced experimental scientist to work on the device engineering and charterisation of 1, 2 or 3-dimensional micro structured photonic devices. Applicants must address all the selection criteria in their application and should indicate the level at which they are applying or whether they wish to be considered at both levels.

Essential Criteria for Level A: You should have a PhD. (or thesis submitted) in physics, chemistry, materials science or other relevant field, with a strong background in the techniques of engineering and characterisation of optical materials such as glasses and crystals, as well as micro-structured optical materials. You should have experience in using a range of optical diagnostic techniques, and have good capability using standard laboratory and data analysis software. You can demonstrate excellent written and oral communications skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a large collaborative team and have a good record of presenting research results at conferences and/or in refereed journals.

Additional essential criteria for Level B: In addition to the criteria for Level A, you should have at least three years post-doctoral research experience, with correspondingly stronger publication record.

Desirable Criteria for both Levels: Experience in the investigation of photo induced processes in materials including linear and non-linear optical phenomena is desirable.

Enquiries: Please visit the following website: www.ics.mq.edu.au/jobs or contact Associate Professor Judith Dawes on (02) 9850 8903 or email: judith@ics.mq.edu.au or Dr Michael Withford on (02) 9850 7056 or email: withford@ics.mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis from December 2005, for a period of two years, and may be subject to probationary conditions.

Package (Level A): From $53,053 pa, including base salary $44,830 to $60,634 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

Package (Level B): From $75,498 pa, including base salary $63,797 to $75,650 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or email, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Human Resources, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 30 November 2005. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF LINGUISTICS AND PSYCHOLOGY
Macquarie Centre for Cognitive Science
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
(Full-time (fixed-term))
Ref. 19871

The appointee will carry out and publish research in the Macquarie Centre for Cognitive Science in areas of cognitive science studied in the Macquarie Centre for Cognitive Science (these areas are psycholinguistics, visual cognition and cognitive neuropsychiatry), assist in PhD supervision, and contribute to the intellectual life of the Centre.

The appointee will have a PhD submitted prior to the commencement of the Fellowship (and in any case before 31 March 2006), in or related to, one of the three areas of research carried out in the Macquarie Centre for Cognitive Science, and a strong research record relative to career stage, including publications and/or conference presentations.

Preference may be given to applicants with expertise in using the kinds of laboratory facilities available at MACCS: computational modelling, eye tracking, behavioural measures of auditory and/or visual processing, and techniques for brain imaging (EEG, MEG). Preference may also be given to applicants whose works has some relevance to acquired or developmental disorders of cognition.

All enquiries concerning your application and further information about the position should be obtained from Professor Max Coltheart max@maccs.mq.edu.au or telephone (+61) 2 9850 8086 or Professor Stephen Crain scrain@maccs.mq.edu.au telephone (+61) 2 9850 9434.

The position is available from January 2006 for a period of three (3) years.

Package: From $66,893 pa, including (Level A Point 6) base salary $56,525 to $60,634 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

The appointment is currently governed by the terms of the Macquarie University Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Please visit http://www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online.

Closing date: 20 December 2005

Equal Employment Opportunity is a University Policy.

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November

Thursday 3 November

UNISUPER SEMINAR—SALARY SACRIFICE DOES IT WORK FOR YOU? Frank Scarrabelotti from UniSuper will run the Salary Sacrifice—Does it Work for You? seminar for UniSuper members. 1.00pm-2.30pm in the Price Theatre in W5A. Register online to reserve a place: http://www.unisuper.com.au/resources/seminars.cfm

CUSTOMS IN COMMON LAW CULTURE, MEMORY SEMINAR SERIES Law, Culture and Memory. Professor Henry Reynolds, (History, University of Tasmania). Trevor Martin Moot Court, W3A Level 3. 1.00pm–2.00pm.

ALUMNI LECTURE The Face of Alexander the Great. Professor Kenneth Sheedy, (Director, Numismatic Studies, Macquarie University). Coins depicting Alexander the Great have long been cited as key evidence for our modern understanding of how Alexander himself wished to be remembered. Macquarie University Campus SAM Level 3 at 6.30pm. Bookings online: http://www.mq.edu.au/alumni/html/FormBooking.html

Friday 4 November

WAR/TERROR—INTERROGATING THE PARADIGM Transforming the Bhuta Kala: the Bali Bombings and Indonesia's Transition to Civil Society. Dr Jeff Lewis, Dr Belinda Lewis (RMIT). Dr Jeff Lewis is a Senior Research Fellow in the Globalism Institute, RMIT. His new book Language Wars: the Role of Media and Culture in Political Violence and Global Terror, Pluto Books, is out this year. Dr Belinda Lewis teaches in health and social-cultural diversity. She was Senior Research Fellow for a major research project for the Department of Human Services, Government of Victoria. Chaired by Associate Professor Naren Chitty, Centre for International Communication W6A Room 107 at 2.00pm.

DEPARTMENT OF EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR Ice Domes and Ice Shelves of Antarctica. Dr Mark Lackie (DEPS). Chair: Dr Dick Flood Enquiries: John Veevers x8355. 1.05pm in Room 119 of Building E5A.

Tuesday 8 November

E.LEARNING FUTURES—INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVES Speakers: Dr Tony Bates (University of British Columbia) and Dr Terry Anderson (Athabasca University). Enquiries: Margot McNeill, x9722, 1.30pm–3.00 pm. Venue to be advised. To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au

Wednesday 9 November

SPECIAL HISTORY SEMINAR Researching the Gallipoli Campaign through the Document Files in the Turkish General Staff Archive. Harvey Broadbent (History, Macquarie), 12 noon Room 127 W6A. For more information contact: Mary Spongberg x8887.

Thursday 10 November

ACTUARIAL STUDIES RESEARCH SEMINAR SERIES TBA John Shepherd (Actuarial Studies, Macquarie).

Saturday 12 November

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY SINGERS—WOLCUM YOLE! Benjamin Britten says "Wolcum Yole!" in his work A Ceremony of Carols. Macquarie University Singers conducted by Margot McLaughlin will sing these words for their Christmas concert at 8.00pm in the Macquarie University Theatre. Parking is free for the evening. Tickets are $30, $20 (concession), $15 (students) and can be obtained from MCA on telephone: 9645 1611 or www.mca-tix.com Interval supper provided. For further information please visit: www.mus.org.au

Monday 14 November

LAMS SEMINAR LAMS Case Studies. This explores ways in which staff at Macquarie have integrated LAMS into their courses. The focus is on exploring the ways in which LAMS has been used to support a variety of pedagogical approaches with some exploration of problem-based learning. This is the first of an occasional series that will underpin a working group of people interested in using LAMS in their teaching. 10.30am–12.30pm in room E6A 202. For more information see: http://www.melcoe.mq.edu.au/projects/lams@mq.htm

Tuesday 15 November

MGSM RESEARCH SEMINAR A Dialogue on Power, Leadership & Change, with speakers Lama Ole Nydahl, Richard Badham (MGSM) and Hugo Kehr (MGSM). For more information please go to: https://students.mgsm.edu.au/research/noticeboard/ Culex Theatre, MGSM, from 4.30pm–5.30pm with light refreshments to follow. Booking is essential, please contact beth.simpson@mgsm.edu.au

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY ASIA NETWORK Demonising the Details: Religious Fundamentalism and Music in North India. Dr Adrian NcNeil (Macquarie University). This is part of the Global Changes, Asian Responses' seminar series. 4.30pm–6.30pm in E3A 247. For more information contact: Adrian Carton x7041 or Pal Nyiri x8121.

Tuesday 15 and Wednesday 16 November

PRINCIPLES OF RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION–FOR NOVICE MEMBERS OF MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY SELECTION / PROMOTION / PROBATION COMMITTEES 9.30am–5.00pm in the Human Resources Training Room, Mezzanine Level, C4B Facilitator: Amanda Phillips. Lunch will be provided. To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au

Thursday 17 November

LAMS TRAINING—LAMS @ MACQUARIE PROJECT Please contact Renee Vance, x7522, rvance@melcoe.mq.edu.au . For more information about the project contact: Robyn Philip, x4150, rphilip@melcoe.mq.edu.au or visit: www.melcoe.mq.edu.au/projects/lams@mq.htm. 9.15am–1.00pm, Training Room 1, Level 1, Library. Bookings are essential.

Friday 18 November

CELEBRATION Staff are reminded that RSVPs for the staff function to celebrate the contribution of the Vice-Chancellor to the University (to be held in The Atrium, SAM Building) are required by Monday 14 November.

Saturday 19 November

HISTORY AND FICTION Macquarie University’s Department of Modern History with the State Library of NSW and the History Council will be jointly sponsoring a series of seminars, History and Fiction, in the Dixson Room, Mitchell Library. The cost is $25 and bookings can be made through the State Library on telephone 9273 1770.

Sunday 20 November

MOVIES AT MACQUARIE: FACT OR FICTION? Watch the movie then ask the experts! The next free Movies at Macquarie screening is The Castle. Join host Dr Nicole Graham from the Department of Law in a discussion of concepts of commodification, ownership and belonging in Australian property law. The screening is in the Macquarie Theatre at 7.00pm. For more information about this event: www.pr.mq.edu.au/mqmovies

Thursday 24 November

ALUMNI FAREWELL DINNER FOR VICE CHANCELLOR International College of Management at 151 Darley Road, Manly. Cost: $79 per person. Bookings essential. RSVP: 18 November 2005 to Alumni Office. Telephone: (02) 9850 7310, Fax: (02) 9850 9478. Email: alumni@reg.mq.edu.au

Friday 25 November

MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY ASSOCIATION AGM Annual General Meeting. No charge. 7.30pm X5B T1.

MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY ASSOCIATION LECTURE Breathing Life into Pompeii. Dr Ray Laurence (University of Birmingham). 8.00pm (following AGM) in X5B T1. Enquiries: x8833

December

Tuesday 6 December

UNISUPER SEMINAR—YOUR BENEFITS WHEN YOU LEAVE Frank Scarrabelotti from UniSuper will talk about decisions to be made about superannuation benefits when leaving a job or retiring from the workforce. The seminar covers topics such as how the final benefit will be calculated, preservation laws and how much benefit can be accessed, ways to top up your benefit before you take it, what you can do with your retirement or resignation benefit, UniSuper's Allocated, Term Allocated and Indexed Pensions, for income in retirement and practical examples showing how tax works with a lump sum or pension. From 1.00pm–2.30pm in C5C T1. To register: http://www.unisuper.com.au/resources/seminars.cfm

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY The Friends will be holding a special function to acknowledge the contribution made to the Library since 1987 by retiring Vice-Chancellor Di Yerbury. 6.00pm, Library. Enquiries and parking vouchers are available from Cissy Wong on 9850 7499.

Wednesday 7 December

SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF EARLY CHRISTIANITY Damascus: A History—Is There Anything New in the Middle East in the Last 2000 Years? Ross Burns. This is a champagne supper, talk and book launch. 7.30pm in X5B 321. Cost: $8.00 members, $10.00 non members. Enquiries: x7512.

January 2006

Monday 16 and 17 Tuesday January

CREATIVE HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS Sweet Home. Children will be divided into working groups according to age and compatibility and they will experience an equal number of sessions in drama, art and music under the umbrella theme culminating in a show and tell presentation on the final day for their families to enjoy. 9.30am–4.30pm, Cost: $135 (GST-free), Venue: Institute of Early Childhood. Bookings: 02 9518 8458.

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