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25 May 2001

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PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION

Will you be using your WebCT or QuickCT unit in second semester this year? If you have not used an online unit yet this year, you may not be aware of changes to the courseware which were implemented for 2001. In particular, the user interface has changed, some new tools and functions have been added, and the Bulletin Board and Mail tools have been updated.

A hands-on training session to prepare your online unit for Semester 2 will be conducted on 7 June and repeated on 12 June, 11.00 - 1.00, TR3, Library Level 1. In the session, changes in your unit will be explained, and you will be able to familiarise yourself with the new interface, and the improved Bulletin Board (now Discussions) and Mail.

It is important to familiarise yourself with these changes as soon as possible in case problems arise. If you are unable to attend one of the sessions, please contact Judy King (x9945) or your CFL College Representative, to arrange access to your unit and any further assistance you require. Additional WebCT training is available in July - for details see http://www.cfl.mq.edu.au/cfl/online/support.html

Bookings are necessary, please contact Phoebe.Dangerfield@mq.edu.au, x7570.

The Centre for Japanese Economic Studies at Macquarie University invites applications for the Toyota Finance Research Fellowship 2001. The purpose of this fellowship is to promote research of the Japanese economy and its relationship with other economies in the world. The fellowship will consist of a one-off payment of $2,000. Applications are invited from all members of academic staff at Macquarie University. Successful applicants are expected to use the funds to assist with their research of Japanese economics.

The funds may be used to undertake travel to Japan or a similar project. It is expected that the results of the research be published in a scholarly publication with the acknowledgment of assistance provided by the Toyota Finance Research Fellowship. The successful applicant would also be expected to present a seminar on their research, which would later be published as part of the Centre for Japanese Economic Studies Research Paper series.

Applications should be submitted to the Director of the Centre for Japanese Economic Studies by 15 June 2001. The applicants should submit a research proposal and a brief explanation of planned expenditure. Applicants should address the selection criteria as shown below, and frame their applications accordingly.

The applications will be assessed by a Selection Committee comprising the Director of the Centre, the Head of the Division of Economics and Financial Studies and a Research Adviser to the Centre.

This fellowship was established by a donation from Toyota Finance Australia Ltd to assist academic staff of Macquarie University to increase their knowledge of the Japanese economy, and eventually, support stronger and better relations between the two countries.

For more information contact: Dr Craig Freedman, Director, on 9850 7444.

Selection Criteria:

The successful applicant must:

1. be a current member of the academic staff at Macquarie University;

2. be researching in an area relevant to the Japanese economy or its relationship to other economies;

3. provide the selection committee with a research proposal and brief explanation of proposed expenses;

4. be willing to acknowledge the financial assistance of the Toyota Finance Research Fellowship in any publication resulting from the research done while on the Fellowship;

5. be willing to present a Seminar on their research for the Centre for Japanese Economic Studies and have the seminar published as part of the Centre’s Research Paper series within a year after being granted the fellowship.

The Australian American Fulbright Commission has moved to Unit 6, 6 Napier Close, Deakin ACT 2600 (PO Box 9541, Deakin ACT 2600). Tel: 6260 4460, fax: 6260 4461, e-mail: fulbright@fulbright.com au. For further information check their website at http://www.fulbright.com.au

Searching for Macquarie gasbags! Not for hot-winded debating people or budding politicians but for anyone interested in helping to form a university group to play or learn to play the bagpipes. Enquires: Mark Boyle on 0414 366 653.
 

New Hours for Marxine’s and Coffee Cart (Library)

Crockery Amnesty!

SAM’s Specials

SAM’s Coffee Card

Macquarie University Outstanding Teacher Awards

The closing date for nominations is 28 May. Copies of the Guidelines and Nomination Forms can be obtained from your Department, or from CPD. Call x9721, or collect from Cottage C1 139.

How to be an Effective Committee Secretary

· Ergonomics (2.00 - 3.00 pm): What does the legislation require? How do our bodies work? What are our greatest risks? How do we control these risks and does it work?

· Field Research (3.00 - 4.00 pm): What does the legislation require? How do we plan for expected research risks? What are our greatest risks in research? How do we control these risks and are controls effective? How can we demonstrate the competency of our postgraduates and academic staff?

· Laboratories (4.00 - 5.00 pm): What does the legislation require? What are the potential risks in our laboratories? How do we currently manage such risk and is it working? How do we specifically manage those risks for student and staff? How can we demonstrate the competency of our students and staff?

Date: Tuesday 5 June 12.00 – 5.00pm E6A 116

For more information contact Pam Morpeth, MGSM x8985 or Mariejosee Shurey-Boesten on x9619 or Alison Cameron on x7598.
 

Media mentions: We are now using both print and broadcasting monitoring services, but they do sometimes miss Macquarie mentions. To ensure a more comprehensive and accurate MACQUARIE IN THE MEDIA column, please always let us know whenever you have been a subject or an author of any print media item, including reviews of your work or letters-to-the-editor from you, and if you appear on the electronic media. Kindly forward the information by email to Kathy Vozella: kvozella@vc.mq.edu.au by fax to (9850) 9457; or through internal mail to W6B 148.

Ms Effy Alexakis, Ms Michelle Wilson, Mr Mario Bianchino(Centre for Flexible Learning): are exhibiting their photographic work in an exhibition at Macquarie University Art Gallery, The Sun-Herald, 20 May

Associate Professor Gary Brierley (Physical Geography): his team of river researchers are achieving good results in rehabilitating rivers along Australia’s east coast, and he said that the focus on the big picture – changes in one part of a catchment have implications elsewhere, Campus Review, May 9-15

Dr Andrew Brooks (Physical Geography): said that the practice of taking logs out of rivers may have reduced flooding in certain parts of the catchment, the same strategy cannot be applied throughout an entire channel network, Campus Review, May 9-15

Ms Penny Carnaby (Library): said the reduced buying power (due to the weak Australian dollar) of the nation’s university libraries was a very serious issue indeed, The Sydney Morning Herald, 17 May

Miss Anita Chang (Asian Languages): appeared in a photographic report of adjudicators for 2001 Chinese Eisteddfod, Australian Chinese Daily, 30 April

Associate Professor Frank Clarke (Modern History): interviewed in relation to death and how society dealt with it in the early 1900s, ABC 702, 17 May

Professor Max Coltheart (Psychology): was awarded a Doctor of Science at Macquarie’s recent graduation ceremonies – one of only five science doctorates awarded by Macquarie in its 34-year history, Campus Review, 16-22 May

Professor John Croucher (Statistics): his book “Exam Scams” was mentioned in an article on cheating on Australian university campuses, The Australian, 16 May

Professor Ed Davis (MGSM): said there is absolutely no shortage of workplaces where there are very severe, very significant people management issues, where patterns of behaviour can be quite dysfunctional, The Australian Financial Review, 11 May; interviewed in a report about the CFMEU and its history in this country, and said that in the past the building unions would have been considered righties, not associated with the Labor Party, ‘PM’ ABC National Radio, 18 May

Professor Liz Deane (Environmental and Life Sciences): was mentioned in an interview with Mike Archer from the Australian Museum, about koalas producing their own antibiotics, Sally Loane program, ABC 702, 8 May

Mrs Maureen Fegen (Institute of Early Childhood): interviewed about child road safety programs and said there has been a decrease in parents driving their children to school, ABC 702, 15 May

Ms Monica Hanley (Career Development Office): interviewed about employment tips for final year students seeking graduate employment, Radio 2RRR, 4 May

Dr Geoffrey Hawker (Politics): said the 75 members of the first House of Representatives and the 36 in the Senate not only were exclusively male and white, but compared to the population they represented, also older and substantially less likely to be Australian-born or Catholic, The Weekend Australian, 5-6 May

Dr Paul Henman (Sociology): spent a year comparing UK and Australian banks and found that Australia’s more sophisticated computers allowed banks to create more complex products – and charge accordingly, The Daily Telegraph, 18 May; Northern Territory News, 18 May

Professor Ernie Jordan (MGSM): participated in a panel discussion about small business and disaster recovery for small business, Tony Delroy program, ABC National Radio, 17 May

Mr Ron Kendall (Assistant Registrar): expects around 1,000 enrolments for the July 30 semester and says the mid-year option attracts people who might have initially wanted to defer for a year but then decided they would like to start earlier, The Sydney Morning Herald, 16 May

Ms Mataji Kennedy (Psychology): interviewed about child anxiety and said there was a range of anxieties kids can worry about, but Macquarie’s Anxiety Clinic is running a program to help kids experiencing fears and anxieties, Radio 5RM Berri, 15 May

Dr Christiana Kohler (Ancient History): led a team of Australian archaeologists on an excavation in Egypt which discovered 11 ancient Egyptian tombs, despite being told they were digging in the wrong spot, The Sunday Telegraph, 13 May

Ms Bronwyn Lawton (student): is undertaking a study of Aboriginal perspectives of the history and heritage of Wyndham to gain an understanding of how Aboriginal people perceive their role in the town’s history and to document sites of significance to Aboriginal people relating to that history, The Bastion, May 2001

Ms Camilla Maxwell (Media student): plays a hamburger, rides a unicycle and plays an upper class four or five year old in a series of skits presented by Macquarie University’s drama society, The Mosman Daily, 10 May

Dr Trevor McClaughlin (Modern History): was the historian interviewed in Siobhan McHugh's documentary, "Out of their feeling", about Irish Famine emigrants, that went to air in Ireland, RTE Radio 1, 25 April

Mr Lawrence McNamara (Law): told a national conference that Victorian football crowds are the most racist in the country, with the Collingwood home ground described as the worst of all, Herald Sun (Melbourne), 9 May; Daily Telegraph, 9 May; Melbourne Fox FM Radio, 9 May; Melbourne 101.1 TTFM Radio News, 9 May; Radio 5DDD Adelaide, 9 May; 5MMM Adelaide, 9 May; Melbourne Gold 104 Radio News, 9 May; Perth PMFM Radio, 9 May; Perth 94.5FM, 9 May; Adelaide 5DN, 9 May; Melbourne 3MMM, 9 May; Radio 2SM, 9 May; Mercury (Hobart), 9 May; Advertiser (Adelaide), 9 May; interviewed about his research and said that he did a number of interviews with indigenous AFL players about field racist abuse from other players, ABC 720 Perth, 10 May

Mr Matthew Pearce (Media): said he appreciated the ethical dilemma in using models or volunteers in the advertising campaigns of charities, but he believed the charities were behaving in an appropriate manner, The Sun-Herald, 20 May

Mr Joel Pearson (Psychology student): started studying psychology at UNSW, switched to fine arts at UNSW and then enrolled at Macquarie University mid-year in 2000. He said he chose psychology at Macquarie because it had less ‘stats and rats’, The Sydney Morning Herald, 16 May

Ms Michelle Riley (Public Relations and Marketing): interviewed about National Science Week activities at Macquarie University, Radio 2RRR, 10 May

Associate Professor Graham Russell (Psychology): interviewed about employers being urged to embrace workers’ family commitments in a bid to increase productivity and morale, Radio 6IXPerth, 15 May; Radio 6PR Perth, 15 May

Dr John Sutton (Philosophy): is hosting a new half-hour show 'Ghost in the Machine' on Eastside Radio 89.7FM, every Tuesday, 5.30-6.00pm looking at bodies, minds, memory, and machines, with a philosophy/ cognitive science/ psychology for-the-general-public flavour. He interviewed Chris Burgess, ex-manager of Adyar Metaphysical Bookshop, about New Age matters, 1 May, interviewed Mike Bogle, curator of Hyde Park Barracks Museum, about their exhibition 'Master of Lunacy', and the history of psychiatric treatment in NSW, 8 May, and interviewed English novelist Lawrence Norfolk, here for the Writers' Festival, about his new book In The Shape of a Boar, and history, automata, and consciousness, 15 May

Dr Sean Turnell (Economics): wrote a Letter to the Editor about the death of Sir Arthur Tange, saying he was one of Australia’s greatest applied economists, The Australian Financial Review, 15 May

Professor Vijay Varadharajan (Computing): said that companies linking their products and services together in e-commerce will soon be sharing capsules of data and code mixed together. He also said that the Ebola of e-commerce – a lethal computer virus that could spell the end of our technology-dependent society – is unlikely to ever happen, The Age, 15 May

Professor Di Yerbury (Vice-Chancellor): said it has been the best year in terms of student demand – high quality students, academic triumphs, research triumphs, commercialisation of research innovations and lots of successes financially, The Northern District Times, 9 May; came in second on the list of earnings of State university Vice-Chancellors, The Sydney Morning Herald, 12 May

Issues and Events

Macquarie University mentioned in a talkback segment about global warming, Radio 2GB, 8 May

Macquarie University is among the Big 12 in communication-media studies, The Australian, 9 May

An exhibition of Eastern Orthodox icons opening at Macquarie University will be the first time that the work of a group of contemporary iconographers has been brought together in Sydney, Campus Review, 9-15 May

‘Intimate Glimpses’, a photographic exhibition celebrating Australia’s diversity, opens at Macquarie University today, Spotlight, The Sydney Morning Herald, 10 May

Macquarie University is one of the participating institutions in the UAC mid-year application scheme, The Daily Advertiser (Wagga Wagga), 7 May

Macquarie University and the University of Southern Queensland tie at nine each for the excellence quotient – the number of times they mention the word ‘excellence’ in their quality plans, The Australian, 16 May

Newton Moore Senior High School in Bunbury, WA, won the $10,000 Macquarie University Eureka Schools Prize for earth, environmental and planetary sciences for a website about their wetlands rehabilitation work on school grounds, The West Australian, 16 May

According to the latest council figures, collated for 1999, total library expenditure at three universities – Macquarie, Sydney and NSW – fell by $5 million over three years. Macquarie University spent significantly more – up 12 percent to $9.4 million over the period – while spending for the UNSW library was static at just over $17 million, The Sydney Morning Herald, 17 May

Macquarie University has already begun work on a building to house all branches of overseas student services and administration, according the Auditor-General’s report, The Sydney Morning Herald, 18 May

Vice-Chancellor of the University of Sydney, Professor Gavin Brown, wrote a Letter to the Editor complaining that a SMH article on 17 May had stated that Sydney Uni’s library funding had slipped and was adversely compared with competitor institutions. He said that Sydney Uni’s library spending had increased 200 per cent more than Macquarie University, The Sydney Morning Herald, 18 May

‘Intimate Glimpses’, a photographic exhibition offering a fascinating insight into Australia’s diverse culture, is on display at Macquarie University Art Gallery until June 21, The Sun-Herald, 20 May

Research Scholarship

Undergraduate Scholarships

DIVISION OF SOCIETY, CULTURE, MEDIA AND PHILOSOPHY: Department of Philosophy: Associate Lecturer in Philosophy (Modern European Philosophy) (Full-Time (Continuing)) - Ref.19128. The appointee will contribute to teaching and research in modern European Philosophy with an emphasis on phenomenology. The appointee will also contribute to curriculum development in modern European Philosophy.

Essential criteria: Hold or be close to completion of a PhD in Philosophy by the time of appointment; demonstrable research potential; demonstrable success in undergraduate teaching.

Desirable criteria: Ability and willingness to contribute to teaching in the areas of Ethics, especially Professional Ethics and/or History of Philosophy.

Associate Lecturer in Philosophy (Contemporary Analytic Philosophy) (Full-Time (Continuing)) - Ref. 19129. The appointee will contribute to the teaching of a large first year unit and to curriculum development in critical thinking. The appointee will also contribute to teaching and research in some combination of Epistemology, Metaphysics, Logic, Philosophy of Language, Philosophy of Mind and Philosophy of Science.

Essential criteria: Hold or be close to completion of a PhD in Philosophy by the time of appointment; demonstrable research potential; demonstrable success in undergraduate teaching.

Desirable criteria: Ability and willingness to contribute to teaching in the areas of Ethics, especially Professional Ethics and/or History of Philosophy.

General: The mission of the Department is to develop a creative interaction between the analytical and European philosophical traditions. Applicants should also explain how they could contribute to the development of this mission.

Enquiries: Dr Greg Restall on 9850 8859, e-mail grestall@scmp.mq.edu.auor Dr Nicholas Smith on 9850 8881, e-mail nismith@scmp.mq.edu.auApplicants MUST obtain an information package, available from Ms Cathy McMahon, on 9850 8831 or e-mail cmcmahon@scmp.mq.edu.auSelection criteria must be addressed in the application.

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. The positions are available on a full-time (continuing) basis from January 2002, and will be subject to probationary conditions. Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 11 July 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES: Department of Statistics

For undergraduate teaching, sessional staff are expected to hold a good quality bachelor degree in an appropriate area. For postgraduate teaching, sessional staff are expected to hold a postgraduate qualification or equivalent, and have teaching experience. Professional experience will be regarded as an advantage.

Enquiries:Associate Professor Malcolm Hudson 9850 8555 or e-mail mhudson@efs.mq.edu.au Applicants should note that an eligibility list is a pool of suitably qualified people whose experience may be called upon from time to time depending on the Department’s needs. Inclusion on this list does not guarantee employment with Macquarie University.

For these casual positions only:

Expressions of interest including a curriculum vitae, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail address) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Ms Sandra Ticehurst, Division of Economic and Financial Studies, Macquarie University NSW 2109 by 6 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND LIFE SCIENCES & DIVISION OF LINGUISTICS AND PSYCHOLOGY: Academic Director (Industry Liaison) - Level C/D (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 19136. The Division of Environmental and Life Sciences (ELS) is based on the discipline areas of Biology, Chemistry, Chiropractic, Environmental Science, Human Geography, Physical Geography and Earth and Planetary Sciences. The Division of Linguistics and Psychology (L&P) houses the Macquarie Centre for Cognitive Sciences (Special Research Centre) and the National Centre for English Language Teaching and Research as well as the disciplines of Linguistics and Psychology. These are two of the three Divisions in the College of Science & Technology. An Industry Liaison Director has already been appointed in the third Division of Information and Communication Sciences.

The Academic Director (Industry Liaison) will foster interaction between academic staff of the two Divisions and representatives of industry and commerce. The outcomes of this collaboration will include increases in industry collaboration and funding of research; increased levels of consultancy; more substantial student involvement in industry projects (especially at the postgraduate level) and the strengthening of the Divisions' interaction with industrial and commercial organisations.

Essential criteria: Tertiary qualifications in a scientific discipline, preferably in an area of relevance to the Divisions; proved expertise and experience in the management of significant projects or functions; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; experience in the development and implementation of strategic plans; the ability to establish rapport with research, academic and industry-based staff; experience in fostering scientific, industrial or business collaboration (preferably involving research and development); broad technical knowledge in one or more of the technology areas; awareness of equal opportunity and occupational health and safety issues.

Desirable criteria: Relevant postgraduate qualifications or research experience; training or experience in technology management.

For appointment at Level D, applicants must have substantial high level experience in generating productive industry links.

Enquiries: Professor E Deane, Head of Division of Environmental and Life Sciences (phone +61 2 9850 8418 or e-mail edeane@els.mq.edu.au) or Associate Professor A Burns, Head of Division of Linguistics and Psychology (phone +61 2 9850 8030 or e-mail Anne.Burns@mq.edu.au).

An application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application and is available from Carolynne Paine (phone +61 2 9850 8412 or e-mail cpaine@els.mq.edu.au). Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. The position is available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis for a period of three years and will be subject to a probationary period of three months. A further appointment may be offered if the initial three-year project is successful and if funding is available.

Salary range: Level C (Senior Lecturer) $62,450 to $72,009 per annum, plus superannuation. Level D (Associate Professor) $75,195 to $82,841 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 15 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES: Department of Mathematics: Chair of Mathematics (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19139. Applications are invited for a Chair of Mathematics. The Department of Mathematics has an international reputation for research in analysis, category theory and number theory. The teaching program covers the range from undergraduate service teaching for science and business/economics degree majors, to mathematics majors and honours, and postgraduate research in mathematics. The multidisciplinary Division of Information and Communication Sciences brings together Mathematics, Physics, Computing and Electronics and offers exciting opportunities for the development of mathematics and its applications in information technology, physics, communications and business.

The appointee will be a distinguished academic who will strengthen teaching and research in mathematics and its applications, lead the Department in the development and implementation of educational and research objectives, expand cooperation with other Departments in the Division and elsewhere in the University, and develop teaching and research links with the industry and business community. The appointment will provide an opportunity for growth and will be supported by a substantial start-up grant and a new lectureship in the Department. The appointee will be expected to be Head of Department from time to time.

Essential criteria: A PhD or equivalent in mathematics; an outstanding international research reputation and strong publication record; demonstrated ability to attract research funding; extensive experience in research supervision; an accomplished teaching record; effective communication and administrative skills; a capacity for academic leadership through innovation, motivation and strategic thinking.

Desirable criteria: Ability to identify and develop productive partnerships with the external community, or successful experience in curriculum reform and the development of flexible learning approaches in the delivery of the teaching program.

Enquiries: Professor Jim Piper, Head of Division on phone +61 2 9850 9500 or e-mail Jim.Piper@mq.edu.auor Dr Rod Yager, Head of Department on +61 2 9850 8934 or fax +61 2 9850 8114 or e-mail rody@maths.mq.edu.auFurther information is also available at http://www.math.mq.edu.auThe position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis.

Salary range: Level E (Professor) A$ 92,425 to A$96,861 per annum, plus superannuation. The University reserves the right to invite applications for any position, to leave the Chair unfilled, to make more than one appointment, and to make enquiries of any person regarding the candidate’s suitability for appointment.

Further information about the University, conditions of appointment and the method of application should be obtained from Ms Gaby Laudams on phone +61 2 98509725 or fax +61 2 9850 9748 or e-mail Gaby.Laudams@mq.edu.auAn application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application. Applicants should systematically address the selection criteria, and include a full curriculum vitae, evidence of academic qualifications and experience, and copies of their best three publications, which should be highlighted in the application. Applicants should also state their visa status, and provide the names and addresses (including e-mail address, telephone and fax numbers) of three academic and professional referees. Applications quoting the reference number should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109, Australia by 30 September 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF LINGUISTICS AND PSYCHOLOGY: Department of Psychology: Lecturer in Developmental Psychology (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 16608. Applications are invited for a Lecturer in Developmental Psychology. The appointee will be expected to develop an active and externally funded research program, to contribute to the teaching of developmental psychology at all levels of the undergraduate and postgraduate program, and to be involved in the research supervision of honours and postgraduate students.

Essential criteria: A PhD in psychology; a track record of internationally published research; strong teaching skills.

Desirable criteria: Research and teaching interests in Developmental Psychology complementary to others in the Department.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Judy Ungerer on phone (02) 9850 8045 or e-mail judy.ungerer@mq.edu.auAn information package is available from Mrs Yvonne Roberts on phone (02) 9850 8030 or fax (02) 9850 9390 or e-mail Yvonne.Roberts@mq.edu.auFor further information about the Department visit the Psychology homepage at http://www.psy.mq.edu.au The position is a temporary replacement and is available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis for a period of three years. Probationary criteria may apply.

Salary range: Level B (Lecturer) $50,980 to 60,539 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 15 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES: Schools Liaison Coordinator (Full-time (fixed-term)) - Ref. 19137. The Division of Information and Communication Sciences is adopting a strategy aimed at expanding the numbers of strongly performing school leavers entering its undergraduate programs. The appointee will develop and implement a secondary schools liaison plan for the Division in consultation with relevant University staff and school teachers. Central to this will be a program of cooperative activities involving students and teachers from targeted schools and the four departments (Computing, Electronics, Mathematics and Physics) of the Division. The appointee will establish and manage the program and evaluate the outcomes. Participation in delivery of the various aspects of the program as well as broader promotional activities will be expected.

Essential Criteria: A tertiary degree in science or engineering relevant to the Division and teaching experience either at secondary or tertiary level; excellent communication and organisational skills.

Desirable Criteria: Experience in or knowledge of the senior high school environment, particularly HSC syllabus in mathematics, computing, science or engineering; some familiarity with the degree programs offered by the Division.

Enquiries and Information Package: Megan Etheridge, (02) 9850 7378, fax (02) 9850 7457 or e-mail megan.etheridge@mq.edu.auSelection criteria must be addressed in the application. The position is available on a full-time (fixed term) basis for a period of twelve months.

Salary range: Level 6 $41,032 to $45,011 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 1 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.

DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES: Department of Computing: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computing (Full-time (continuing)) - Ref. 19138++ The Department of Computing seeks outstanding applicants for a number of positions at the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level.The positions are open to applicants from any research area in modern computing, and we particularly seek applicants who will strengthen our established research and teaching profile. We specifically seek to strengthen the areas of database systems and web technology. We are also interested in an applicant who would strengthen the research activity of the Algorithm and Cryptography group led by Professor Josef Pieprzyk. In all cases applicants should be able to teach mainstream undergraduate computing subjects. Applicants should indicate the level at which they are applying, or whether they wish to be considered for both levels.

Essential criteria for Lecturer: a PhD (or close to submission) in computing or a related field or extensive experience in industry research and development; an established research record or evidence of outstanding research potential; the interest and ability to teach mainstream undergraduate computing.

Desirable criteria: previous university level teaching experience in computing and information systems; evidence of quality contributions to the development and administration of university programs of study; experience in industry-collaborative research.

Additional essential criteria for Senior Lecturer:  a PhD in Computing or a related field; significant successful university teaching experience; an international research reputation.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Gunther Rossmanith, Head of Department on (02) 9850 9514 or e-mail Gunther@ics.mq.edu.auFurther information is also available at http://www.comp.mq.edu.auAn application package MUST be obtained and selection criteria must be addressed in the application. The positions are available from July 2001 on a full-time (continuing) basis and will be subject to probationary conditions.

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

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

Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 15 June 2001. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
 
 

SURPLUS EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

The Division of ICS has the following for sale. For all enquires contact Rebecca Chan, x9600 or e-mail rchan@ics.mq.edu.au

Mac PowerTower Pro 604e/225 $350 or offer

Mac PowerTower Pro 604/180 $300 or offer

Mac Powerbook 1400c/133 $500 or offer

Toshiba Laptop Tecra 720CDT pentium 133

48RAM $650 or offer

Panasonic Easa-phone answering machines $10 or offer

The following electronic equipment is available for sale. Analogue video editing equipment including Pinnacle Alladin Unit, CPU and Monitor, Sony Editing Control Unit, Panasonic Production Mixer WJ-MX50 and Sony 6 Channel Stereo Microphone Mixer MX-14, plus other assorted electronic components. Make an offer. Tel: 9850 8315 or e-mail: steve@speced.sed.mq.edu.au
 

FREE:Second Hand furniture Three wooden desks (70cm x 95cm) (75cm x 125cm) with laminated tops and three side drawers. All in reasonable condition and suitable for student or home office. Contact Jo White at 2SER on x7642.

FOR SALE: Triumph STAG 1977. White, manual, hard/soft tops, immobiliser, stainless steel exhaust, body and mechanics A1. $17,000. OMD164. Enquiries: 9905 8750.

FOR SALE: Assorted antique furniture. Cedar round dining table $950 and six chairs $250 each; cedar semi-circular side table $250; bookcase with glass doors or china cabinet $200; camphor wood box $150. All in good condition. Phone Suzanne on x9599 or 9144 2210.

FOR SALE: Beds: two single, brand new, modern design with maple-coloured wooden bed-ends and slatted bases. Each bed with mattress, protector, down quilt, pillow, two sheet sets and attractive quilt covers. Each unit $825 new, selling for $500 per unit ono. Phone x8224 or 9427 4541.

ACCOMMODATION WANTED: Visiting academic seeks flat or house (at least 2 bedrooms) in Sydney inner west from mid-June to end August (negotiable). Contact: Dr Timothy O'Leary, Department of Philosophy, University of Hong Kong, e-mail: teoleary@hkucc.hku.hk.

FAST AND ACCURATE TYPING AVAILABLE: Need help with getting your book ready for publishing or putting your thesis together at reasonable rates? Experienced and proficient with MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint. For more information e-mail cpcchew@hotmail.comor phone 9877 0883.
 

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