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Number  15/03 
   5 September 2003


 

COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARDS


Nominations for the Macquarie University Community Service Awards are now open. The awards cover two categories: Community Outreach Awards and Outstanding Service Awards.

 I invite nominations for Macquarie University Community Service Awards. Macquarie University introduced Awards for Outstanding Service by members of staff in 2001 under two heads:

Community Outreach Awards have been established to encourage and reward outstanding achievements in community outreach. Community outreach is a core area of the Macquarie's strategic mission to engage with the community at large and to promote access to high quality scholarship and services.

Outstanding Service Awards mark the long-term commitment and achievements of members of staff in their work at Macquarie University. The nominees for these awards will have made exceptional contributions to the University which have not been recognised through awards for teaching or research or community outreach.

Members of staff may put themselves forward for an award, or be nominated by a colleague. The nomination should include an account of the outstanding contributions in outreach or service, a short curriculum vitae, a supporting statement from the relevant Dean or Head of Office, and names of three members of staff who may be approached to support the nomination.

Nominations should be sent to John Loxton, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic).

The closing date for receipt of nominations is 17 October 2003.

If you would like more information, please call me on x7442.

John Loxton
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic)

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ACADEMIC SENATE MEETING

19 August 2003

Bachelor of Arts – Open Learning Australia
The most important item was Senate’s recommendation of approval of a new Bachelor of Arts through Open Learning Australia. Macquarie University is a part-owner of the OLA organisation. As a consequence of this decision which University Council accepted on 22 August 2003, Macquarie will now be a major provider of humanities and social science units through OLA. OLA students study independently using materials supplied by the university offering the particular unit. They may take units from any of the participating institutions. They may, if they wish, enrol for a degree to be awarded by one of the participating universities, or they may choose to take one or more single units. These are not HECS places.

Macquarie’s BA by OLA is modelled on the general Macquarie BA, with a few changes. To meet the usual OLA requirements, students must compete 24 units, which is more than is required for our usual BA. A minimum of 8 of these must be from the Macquarie OLA schedule. At least 6 units must be at 300 level or above, including at least 3 from Macquarie’s schedule.

Senate approved two programs of study for this degree. The first is a combined History and Politics program, and the second is called Society, Life and Learning. The latter concentrates on sociology, but draws on other areas of study as well. In 2004, Macquarie will be offering up to 27 units from 10 Departments across the University, and from 4 Divisions (Humanities, SCMP, ACES, and Linguistics and Psychology). These units are currently being developed for OLA by academic staff with the assistance of the Centre for Flexible Learning.

2005 Undergraduate & Postgraduate Academic Program
Senate approved new procedures and timetables for the processing of coursework postgraduate academic program proposals for 2005. This is a change from past practice, with postgraduate procedures being assimilated with those at the undergraduate level.

The various forms for changes and proposals in both the Postgraduate and Undergraduate programs can be found online at: http://www.mq.edu.au/senate/rules.html

AUQA Report
Senate noted that the AUQA Report is very complimentary about teaching and research at Macquarie. And as the Vice Chancellor has pointed out publicly, the Report is very inaccurate on the point that has received the most publicity, concerning one of the offshore programs in Singapore.

The Report is generally favourable about Senate’s processes. This includes the processes of approving and monitoring programs and units. Particular commendation was given to the support given to flexible learning, the range of initiatives for promoting good teaching practice, and for the strong commitment to the integration of research and teaching. MGSM’s processes are especially commended.

There are a few recommendations that affect Senate directly, including approval of changes of modes of delivery of units; monitoring of Codes of Supervisory Practice; and some aspects of offshore teaching.

More detailed suggestions concern the increased use of stakeholder involvement in course accreditation; the possibility of strengthening the reaccreditation of existing courses; the strengthening of generic skills teaching; and the comparison of results between offshore and local students. We are already underway on each of these issues.

There is, for instance, a Special Interest Group on generic skills teaching (along with groups working on internationalisation and on assessment). Senate also reached a policy decision that Divisions should establish strategic advisory committees to ensure relevant stakeholders are consulted and involved in the formation and review of programs.

Prerequisites
Senate endorsed a new policy on the use of prerequisites. Divisions are asked to review their prerequisites to determine which of them should remain, and which should be transferred to a "recommended" category.

Credit Transfer
Senate also noted that there is renewed interest in credit transfer between TAFE and university, as well as between school and university. The issue is being pressed by the NSW government.

Draft Minutes
For draft minutes of this meeting, see http://www.mq.edu.au/senate/MQUonly/minutes/2003/0803mins.pdf

Bruce Kercher
Vice President of Academic Senate

28 August 2003


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DATES FOR PRESENTING MATERIAL TO THE PRINTERY FOR SEMESTER 1, 2004


Due to peak demands at certain times of the year, the workload in the Printery needs to be regulated. It is important for academic staff to recognise this and to plan their work for submission accordingly.  This will enable the printing of materials to be scheduled effectively and deadlines to be met (within reason).

Distance Education Units
Submit by Friday 28 November 2003
Ready for first dispatch of course material by the Centre for Open Education (COE) in early February 2004.

Internal Units
Submit by Friday 5 December 2003
Ready for commencement of classes Monday 1st March 2004

Internal and distance Education Units
(for sale in the Co-op Bookshop)
Submit by Friday 5 December 2003
Ready for sale by Monday 23 February 2004.


Peter Murphy
A/Manager
Macquarie Lighthouse Press


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ASTRONOMY OPEN NIGHT

Dark Energy - The Mystery at the End of the Universe


On Saturday 6 September, between 6.00pm and 10.00pm the Macquarie University Foundation for Astronomy will have up to 20 telescopes in operation so that you can see the Moon, planets, stars, nebulae and clusters.

An illustrated lecture will also be given by Professor Paul Davies of the Macquarie University Centre for Astrobiology on Dark Energy - The Mystery at the End of the Universe. The lecture starts at 7.45pm and is under cover.

Entrance: $8 adult, $4 child, $20 family. Proceeds go to the Astronomical Observatory and Planetarium at Macquarie University.

Please note that the evening will not be cancelled because of weather, but cloudy weather may prevent telescopic viewing.

Food and drinks available. No booking required.

Enter by Herring Road or Balaclava Road - Parking is available (Directions at gates).

Dr Alan Vaughan
Foundation for Astronomy
          

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TEACHING DEVELOPMENT GRANTS


Macquarie University is committed to scholarly teaching and learning offering innovative approaches for graduates of the 21st century. The Teaching and Learning Plan 2002 highlights:
  • the role of innovation in promoting excellence and access and equity
  • the challenges of the borderless university to develop internationalisation and flexibility
  • the quality of teaching and learning and the need for continuous improvement.
The University offers a wide variety of assistance to support teaching development in pursuit of the strategies in the Teaching and Learning Plan. There are three broad categories of grants within the scheme.

Innovation Grants
Macquarie University Flagship Grants for innovation in teaching development support a small number of substantial projects contributing to the strategies indicated in the Teaching and Learning Plan. Projects should involve significant innovation or developments likely to result in improvements to the quality of teaching, student learning or assessment across whole programs or sequences of units. The Divisions involved are expected to make a direct cash contribution to the project.

The following priority areas have been identified for the current round:
  • flexibility of teaching and learning programs, including flexible timetabling and exploration of options such as block teaching and non standard semesters
  • building on research excellence to enrich teaching and learning
  • building on community outreach to enrich teaching and learning
  • internationalisation of the curriculum
  • integrating work-based experience into the curriculum.
A Flagship Grant will normally provide a maximum of $50,000 over one or two years.

Invitations to lodge expressions of interest are advertised in Staff News. Short listed applicants will be asked to present a more detailed application to the Selection Committee.
Macquarie University Teaching Development Grants support small scale teaching development initiatives that further the strategies indicated in the University’s Teaching and Learning Plan but extend beyond the normal curriculum development activities expected within Divisions and Departments. A maximum of $6,000 is available per project, to be spent over one year.

More information is available from Maree Gosper, Grants Coordinator, Centre for Flexible Learning, x9752, email: maree.gosper.mq.edu.au and at: http://www.cfl.mq.edu.au

Curriculum Review and Development Grants
One or more special areas of interest will be declared each year. In 2003 this category is dedicated to Macquarie University Generic Skills Grants supporting projects to integrate generic skills in the curriculum and improve student learning outcomes. Priority areas for projects are:
  • mapping the curriculum in terms of generic skills development, defining levels of skills appropriate to each stage, and developing concrete strategies for program integration
  • assessing, measuring, improving and certifying learning outcomes.
A small number of grants will be made for substantial team projects built around whole programs or sequences of units. Grants will normally provide a maximum of $30,000 over one or two years, with the Divisions involved expected to make a direct cash contribution. Small grants, up to a maximum of $5,000 will be made to support individual initiatives which extend beyond the normal curriculum development activities expected within Divisions and Departments.

More information is available from Sharon Fraser Centre for Professional Development, x9779 email: Sharon.Fraser.mq.edu.au.

Borderless University Grants and Loans

Macquarie University Borderless University Funds support the development of online teaching and learning and flexible offshore programs. Funds will be made to develop a small number of key programs for Australian and international markets, to promote Macquarie in the online and offshore markets in a coherent way, and to improve the use of e-learning for all students.

The criteria for selecting the programs for development are:
  • the market for the program in Australia and for overseas
  • the distinctiveness of the program against the competition and for its uniqueness
  • the excellence of the project team and its support base
  • the resources available to support the project and the additional funding required
  • the feasibility of the work plan and the timeframe for the project
  • the opportunity to take advantage of strategic partners and special circumstances.
The first stage in seeking funding is an expression of interest, indicating the reasons for believing the project is suitable for immediate development and a strong contender in terms of the criteria and an estimate of the amount of support required.

More information about the scheme and the form of application is available from John Loxton, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), x7442, email: john.loxton@mq.edu.au.

Other University Sources of Funding

The Vice-Chancellor’s Development Fund is another avenue for supporting key initiatives aligned with the University’s Strategic Directions. There is no set timetable or format for applications. Ideas should be raised with the Vice-Chancellor or a member of the Executive. Where there is a direct commercial outcome, the funds may be given in the form of a loan against future income.

One major priority is the development of offshore programs and international projects. Flexible on-line teaching initiatives may also be funded from this source. Details about the scheme and deadlines for application are available from John Loxton, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), x7442, email: john.loxton@mq.edu.au and David Rich, Director Centre for Flexible Learning, x8390 or email: David.Rich@mq.edu.au.

Support for Teaching and Learning

The Centre for Professional Development, CPD, offers professional services to support academic and general staff in the pursuit of excellence in scholarly teaching, research, administration and community outreach. Teaching services include courses, workshops, special interest groups, consultancy services, grants and teaching evaluation. For more information see http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au or x9795.

The Centre for Flexible Learning, CFL, provides services to support the development of flexible learning programs and resources including assistance with the design, development, implementation and evaluation of learning resources, the identification of the most appropriate use of instructional technologies, the development of web, print and multimedia resources, the provision of classroom technologies and services to support on campus teaching and off campus delivery and the dissemination of information and resources in support of flexible learning and new technologies. For more information x7570 or visit: http://www.cfl.mq.edu.au.

John Loxton
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic)


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Online Teaching Strategies Discussion

Welcome to an informal, lunchtime discussion between course convenors and educational developers. If you have any issues or concerns regarding teaching online, that you wish to share, discuss or seek advice from colleagues, please come along.

Date:    Wednesday 17 September, 1.00pm to 2.00pm, Centre for Flexible Learning, Boardroom (Library, Lower Ground Floor)

No bookings required.

For more information contact Andrew Lovell-Simons, x9271 or email: andrew.lovell-simons@mq.edu.au.

Chris Lavina
CFL


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LACHLAN'S RESTAURANT

 Lachlan's Restaurant is conveniently located on the Macquarie University Campus at the award winning MGSM Executive Hotel & Conference Centre. Lachlan's Restaurant features creative modern Australian cuisine and is fully licensed.

Opening Hours:
  • Dinner & Breakfast - 7 days
  • Lunch - Monday to Friday
MGSM's friendly staff can also assist you plan a private luncheon, dinner or cocktail reception for any special event such as department functions, farewells, birthdays etc.

For more information contact Lachlan' s Restaurant on x9139 or email: hotel@mgsm.com.au

Ian Kalms
Facilities Manager


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CAREERS SEMINARS FOR ARTS STUDENTS

The Career Development Office will be hosting career seminars for Arts students undertaking a Humanities major on Wednesday 3 and 10 September in E7B T5 from 2.00pm to 4.00pm.

These seminars will introduce final year Arts students to a range of career opportunities. The seminar will address issues regarding sourcing employment, differences between public and private employers, portfolio careers, typical salaries, interview and resume techniques, making career decisions and goal setting.

Kay Carroll
Career Development Office


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GUITARS AND MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS FOR EAST TIMORESE CHILDREN


Do you have an old guitar sitting in a corner that hasn't been played for years? I am collecting guitars and other musical instruments to send to the children of Lauana.

This is one of the poorest villages in East Timor with only one school for 400 children. There is one room with an earth floor, a few teachers who can teach to 4th grade, which is where the children's education stops. They have no chairs, desks, blackboard or books.

As the East Timorese people are very musical, I am collecting guitars and other musical instruments to send to the children of Lauana. If you don't have an instrument donations are also useful as a guitar only costs around $100. I also run a monthly bushdance in Eastwood which supports this cause.

The bushdance dates for the rest of the year are: 13 September, 11 October, 8 November, 13 December. The dances are held at St Andrew's Uniting Church Hall, corner of Rutledge and Trelawney Streets, Eastwood from 8.00pm until midnight. Entry is $15.

For more information contact: Tony Stuart, Catholic Chaplain, x7644 or email: tstuart@laurel.ocs.mq.edu.au

Tony Stuart
Catholic Chaplain


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THEATRE OF IMAGE

CREATIVE HOLIDAY WORKSHOP

Cosmic — Monday 7 and Tuesday 8 October

Since 1996, Theatre of Image, in association with the Institute of Early Childhood, has conducted creative workshops at the Institute that intermix the disciplines of puppetry/art, drama and music. The workshops are aimed at 5 to 12 year olds.

In the Cosmic workshop the planet Earth has become too crowded so one small step into the imagination and its off to explore the mysteries of the universe: rocketing off to another planet, having a space race to Mars, experiencing the stars, infinite space, the planets and the galaxies.

This workshop is linked to the development of a new Theatre of Image production. Children in this workshop have the opportunity to participate in the show to be staged in 2004 with the Australian Youth Orchestra.

For bookings and enquiries contact:

Workshop Coordinator
Theatre of Image
P O Box 615
Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Ph 9518-8458 Fax 9518-8251
Email: theatreofimage@idx.com.au

Neil Hunt
Theatre of Image


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TERRY FOX RUN FOR CANCER RESEARCH
21 September


The Terry Fox Run has been a favourite event on Sydney's fun run calendar for 11 years. It is held in honour of Terry Fox, who after losing his leg to cancer aged 19, began the Marathon of Hope - a run across Canada raising funds for cancer research. After 143 days and 5,373 kilometres, Terry was forced to stop as the cancer had spread to his lungs. He died at age 22.

Since then, runs have been held in Terry's name in over 50 countries, so far raising over $300 million for cancer research. Funds raised go towards vital research of The Cancer Council NSW.

The 5km circuit is held at Centennial Park’s Loch Avenue South, where the race starts and finishes. The run and/or walk start time is 8.00am.

If you register before 12 September you will receive the early bird discount: adult $20, child $10, family (2 adults/2 children) $45.

Registrations received after 12 September are: adult $25, child $15, family (2 adults/2 children) $60.

To register visit the Cancer Council website at: http://www.cancercouncil.com.au or email: terryfox.sydney@fourseasons.com.


Jeff Blackstock
Acting Consul General
Canadian Consulate General Sydney
Terry Fox Planning Committee



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SAM NEWS


Tea and coffee plus Turkish pides are now being served from the Health Bar area in the SAM Food Court.

Daffodil Day, 22 August – we raised $3,073 for the Cancer Council. Thank you to everyone who bought a daffodil or Daffodil Day merchandise.

2003 Conception Day — Friday 26 September. This year’s Conception Day is fast approaching and will feature: Frenzal Rhomb plus Persian Rugs, The Bird, Primary and many more. New Punk stage will be held featuring Australia's hottest punk bands including After the Fall and The Reason.

Check out local and student DJ talent at Toasted in the Sun, RnB Booty Camp and Chai Tent.

Guiness Book of Records Tequila Slam – kicks off at 8.00am.

Anne Tavener
Member Services Coordinator
Students At Macquarie (SAM)


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Unicom Credit Union would like to extend an invitation to all Macquarie University Staff to obtain a no obligation free quote for all your insurance requirements.

The staff at Macquarie Branch welcomes everyone to either come in or phone and allow us to give you a quote for car, travel, home or contents. It can be for owner occupied or an investment property, even if you are renting.

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CPD NEWS

CPD bookings can be made on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au

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

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

Reflective Teachers Special Interest Group
Metaphors for Teaching and Student Learning


Speaking Metaphorically…

What metaphors do we use to describe teaching and learning? What do these suggest about our understandings?  Reflecting on these metaphors allows us to consider the roles of teachers and students, our values and beliefs concerning teaching and learning, and the possibilities for shared understandings. Metaphors suggested by Macquarie teachers will be discussed at the Reflective Teachers Special Interest Group Party on Monday 8 September.

Lunch will be provided.

Date:        Monday 8 September, 1.00pm to 2.00pm, E6A 116
Facilitator:    Agnes Bosanquet
Enquiries:    Sharon Fraser, x8446, email: Sharon.fraser@mq.edu.au


Postgraduate Research Supervisor Development Program
Session 2: Developing Quality Research Practices


In this session we will explore the structures required to enable research students to undertake quality work. The session will include analysis of appropriate literature and ways in which we can apply some of those ideas to our own supervisory practice.

Morning tea will be provided.

Date:    Wednesday 10 September 9.00am to 12.45pm, E6A 116
Facilitator and Enquiries:    Anna Reid, x9780, email: anna.reid@mq.edu.au


Customer Service: How to do it Well

Serving our customers to the best of our abilities is one of the foundations on which the University’s future is built. How do we ensure that we do serve them well? Are we clear about who our customers really are, and why they come to us?  What practices can we put into place to ensure that individuals get the service they require to the highest possible standard? Do we have the structures in place to serve them effectively, and if not, what can we do to improve that situation?

Participants should commit themselves to attending both sessions.

Date:    Part 1: Thursday 11 September, 9.30am to 1.00pm, E6A 116
Part 2: Thursday 25 September, 9.30am to 1.00pm, E6A 116
Facilitator and Enquiries:    Marie Josee Shurey-Boesten, x9619, email: mjshurey@vc.mq.edu.au


Promotions!  Get in Early!

This workshop covers the essentials for preparation for promotion. Attending the workshop will enable you to start thinking about the requirements for promotion ahead of the call for promotions early next year.

Previous applicants have found that this early preparation for promotions enables them to start to collect the sort of evidence that is required for each level. Preparing for promotion should be done in conjunction with your academic supervisor or adviser and should be informed by your current practices in both teaching and research.

This workshop will give you a kick-start in the preparation process and will provide advice on the sorts of things that should be included in your application. Format for this workshop will be discussion, so be prepared and bring all of the questions that you have regarding promotions.

Date:    Wednesday 17 September 11.00am to 1.00pm, E6A 116
Facilitator and Enquiries:    Sharon Fraser, x8446, email: sharon.fraser@mq.edu.au


MGSM Scholarship Scheme for General Staff

The Macquarie Graduate School of Management is making available to general staff of Macquarie University two scholarships to undertake the Postgraduate Certificate in Management program. The winners of the scholarships will commence study in January 2004.

This Scheme, which the MGSM has generously supported for several years now, provides members of general staff with access to a valuable professional development activity. The MGSM's Postgraduate Certificate in Management covers the core management areas of human resources, marketing, and accounting for management and so provides an excellent qualification for general staff in, or aspiring to, management and leadership positions within the University.

The scholarships will be awarded through a competitive process, and cover the cost of all tuition fees.

Copies of the guidelines for the Scheme and application forms are available from CPD. For further information, contact Alison Cameron, x7598,or email: alison.cameron@mq.edu.au.


WORKPLACE RELATIONS TRAINING

Hot Topics: Gender, Language and (Business) Communication


The Business of Women's Language: Using women's communication style in the workplace and in business.

Have you ever felt that you aren't listened to in meetings or at work? Do you feel that your ideas aren't taken seriously? Do you feel that you don't get the opportunity to say what you think? Then this workshop is for you.

Do you feel that you could promote yourself better? Or that you could progress at work, but other people don't recognise your ability? Then this workshop is for you.

Dr Jennifer Peck explains how the communication styles of women and men differ, and how this can limit women's performance in the workplace and in business. Her workshop shows you how to be more comfortable using your own communication style, and shows you how effective women's style can be in business situations. You will understand why you may feel dissatisfied or lack confidence, and you will develop strategies that enable you to be heard and to advance.

The workshop is suitable for women from all levels of general and academic staff. It will be interactive and informal. Follow-up sessions are being held for those wishing to further develop their skills and strategies.  The ongoing program will provide support for your activities and progress.

Date:        Monday 15 September, 1.00pm to 2.00pm, E6A 116
Facilitator and Enquiries:    Dr Jennifer Peck, Department of Linguistics, x6876 email: jpeck@ling.mq.edu.au


OH&S for Managers, Supervisors and Safety Coordinators

Effective training of supervisory personnel has a major impact on the ability of management to implement and maintain appropriate systems of work. Increasingly, regulations, legally required Australian Standards, and approved Codes of Practice call for specific training of Managers and Supervisors and other line management personnel. Enforcement activity by government inspectors reinforces the importance of this aspect of OH&S management systems.

OH&S philosophy is based on the principle that “supervising for safety” must be integrated with all other management/ supervisory imperatives eg productivity, quality. This course gives staff the specific OH&S knowledge and skills to allow this integration.

This workshop is required for all Heads of organisational units across campus, who have not attended a similar workshop in the last two years, as well as for local safety coordinators.

Lunch will be provided.

Date:    Thursday 18 September, 9.30am to 5.00pm, E6A 116
Facilitator:    Julie Armour
Enquiries:    Ugo Cernot, x9723, email: ugo.cernot@mq.edu.au


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

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  MACQUARIE IN THE MEDIA 

 
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: kathy.vozella@mq.edu.au by fax to (9850) 9457; or through internal mail to W6B 148. 

Ms Effy Alexakis
(Centre for Flexible Learning): discussed research which she and historian Leonard Janiszewski are conducting into the history of the 'Greek cafe' with particular reference to Coffs Harbour and district, The Advocate (Coffs Harbour), 15 August; is documenting the history of Greek cafes in the Clarence Valley, Daily Examiner (Grafton), 30 August
Associate Professor Gayle Avery (MGSM): said there is more evidence that organisations outperforming in the market have a culture based on strong leadership, a very strong people focus and higher order purposes beyond simply making money, Sydney Morning Herald, 19 August
Miss Anita Chang (Asian Languages): was mentioned as one of the literati appearing at a press conference for Holie Zhang’s new book ‘Chinese Literati in Australia’, Sing Tao Daily, Zac Chinese Daily, The Australian Chinese Daily, The Chinese Herald,
12 August; is convenor of a Chinese martial art novel course at Macquarie University, Da Gong Bao (Ta Kong Daily News, Hong Kong), 9 August
Professor Max Coltheart (Psychology): and colleagues Melissa Green and Robyn Langdon are working on the belief formation project, to gain an understanding of where delusional beliefs come from, Hornsby Advocate, 21 August
Professor John Croucher (Statistics): his weekly Number Crunch column included statistics such as ‘the longest time spent balancing on one foot: 76 hours, 40 minutes’, The Sydney Morning Herald, 30 August; The Age, 30 August
Dr Dale Dominey-Howes (Risk Frontiers and Natural Hazards Research Centre): will discuss sea level changes and storms in the past and predictions for the future in a talk at the Manly Art Gallery and Museum, Manly Daily, 22 August
Professor Bob Fagan (Human Geography): is researching the impact of globalisation on local labour markets and said that while there is a slowing world economy, some of the ways Australia connects to the global economy haven’t been affected because there isn’t a standard set of connections, The Age, 27 August
Dr Rob Harcourt (GSE): interviewed about Iceland resuming whaling, ABC Newcastle, 19 August
Professor John Hewson (MGSM): returned to work yesterday after more than a month of sick leave, The Australian, 19 August; has resigned from his renegade Arthritis Research Taskforce but is unlikely to stave off legal action against him, The Australian, 20 August; wrote that the Prime Minister’s spending on foreign travel will be worth it if he engages with our regional partners, Australian Financial Review, 22 August; poor health forced him to resign from eight boards in the past month, Weekend Australian, 23 August; Daily Telegraph, 23 August; wrote that global warming kills more people than terrorism, Australian Financial Review, 29 August
Dr Nick Hoffman (Australian Centre for Astrobiology): interviewed about Mars being closest to Earth than it has been for
70,000 years, Radio 2UE, 18 August
Mr Leonard Janiszewski (Modern History): Discussed research which he and photographer Effy Alexakis are conducting into the history of the 'Greek cafe' with particular reference to Coffs Harbour and district, The Advocate (Coffs Harbour), 15 August; has been gathering material on Greek cafes in regional NSW for almost a decade, Central Coast Herald, 16 August; is documenting the history of Greek cafes in the Clarence Valley, Daily Examiner (Grafton), 30 August
Professor Ernie Jordan (MGSM): said his survey of 26 government bodies showed that most departments don’t seem to think that business continuity is a terribly important or terribly high-risk item, Australian Financial Review, 26 August
Ms Jennifer Kingston (GSE PhD student): interviewed about her field work on fur seals, ABC 720 Perth, 19 August
Professor Sam Lieu (Ancient History): will give a talk titled ‘Pagans, Jews and Christians at Dura Europos’ at the University of New England, Armidale Independent, 13 August
Professor Robert Spillane (MGSM): his 1997 academic paper was cited by Ann-Maree Moodie in article about modes of language used by board members, CFO, 1 September
Professor John Stephens (English): interviewed about how Norwegian children’s literature is seeking to depict new role models for boys, Aftenposten (Oslo’s principal daily newspaper), 17 August; Fædrelandsvennen (Norwegian newspaper), 13 August
Mr Karl Van Dyke (Museum of Ancient Cultures): phoned into the Simon Marnie Show to talk about the Pompeii exhibition on at the Macquarie University Library, ABC 702, 31 August
Professor Malcolm Walter (Australian Centre for Astrobiology): interviewed about Mars being closest to Earth in nearly 60,000 years and said that through very powerful telescopes you can see quite detailed pictures of Mars, ABC 702, 27 August; interviewed about the discovery of life on Mars and said that it would only be as revolutionary as Darwin’s theory of evolution if it could be demonstrated that the origin of life on Mars was separate to that on Earth, ABC Radio National, 27 August; wrote that if we want to know whether we are alone in the universe, Mars is the place to start the search, Courier Mail, 28 August
Professor Di Yerbury (Vice-Chancellor): will take over the tough job of AVCC president in January, The Australian, 20 August; West Australian, 20 August; has beaten a challenge from the University of Sydney’s Gavin Brown to take over the presidency of the AVCC, Australian Financial Review, 20 August

Issues and Events

Macquarie University Bachelor of Science graduate James Carey has won the Young Manager of the Year in the NSW Local Government Management Excellence Awards, Sydney Morning Herald, 19 August
The Macquarie Graduate School of Management has been commissioned by the Glebe Society to research a means of revitalising Glebe Point Road, Inner Western Suburbs Courier, 18 August
Autistic boy Finley Harris receives a subsidised place at Macquarie University’s Special Education Centre, Daily Telegraph, 21 August
The developer is said to have secured a site at North Ryde, potentially involving land owned by Macquarie University to accommodate Optus’s requirements, Australian Financial Review, 21 August
Macquarie University Bachelor of Arts student Jill Raey wrote that a BA gave her the freedom to check out all sorts of subjects, Inverell Times, Cowra Guardian, Manning River Times, Young Witness, Bega District News, 15 August
Yamba Pre-school teacher Pan Randall is adding a teaching degree to her vast experience with local kids and she travels down to Macquarie University in Sydney a few times a year, Lower Clarence Review, 15 August
Woolworths’ national manager for services and support, Scott Charters, is doing an MBA at Macquarie University externally, Sun-Herald, 24 August
The first recipient of Macquarie University’s Australian football scholarship returned home to the US, Sun-Herald, 24 August
Woolworths CEO Roger Corbett is on the board of the Macquarie University-affiliated Macquarie Christian Studies Institute, Daily Telegraph, 27 August
A course titled Hiring Top Performers will be held at the Macquarie Graduate School of Management in the city, Sydney Morning Herald, 27 August
Knox Grammar science students have discovered an unusual organism in their grounds while participating in a BioSigns environmental monitoring program developed by the BioTrack team at Macquarie University – a rare velvet worm, Sydney Weekly, 27 August
Current work sites on the $1.6 billion Chatswood-Epping rail link include Macquarie University, Lane Cove National Park and Chatswood, Sydney Weekly, 27 August
Cochlear implant coordinator, Anne Fulcher, has a BA and DipEd from Macquarie University, Sydney Morning Herald, 28 August
The Macquarie University Special Education Centre helps children with reading problems overcome their disability with a program that focuses on phonic word attack skills, sight word recognition and supported book reading, The Star, Malaysia, 3 August
Formerly known as the North Ryde industrial area, the corridor from Macquarie University to the Riverside Corporate Park could anticipate a workforce of more than 55,000 by 2021, Sydney Business Review, 15 August
Students from five universities – Wollongong, NSW, Sydney, Macquarie and UTS – contested Thursday’s inter-campus DJ competition, Sydney Morning Herald, 30 August
Half the cast of the play The Beatification of Newt Berton are still studying at Macquarie University, Daily Telegraph, 30 August
Former ALP leader Tom Uren and Josephine Mitchell from the Sisters of St Joseph met when they appeared on the same platforms at the same functions, and spoke to students at Macquarie University together, Sydney Morning Herald, 30 August
The Macquarie Trio will be joined by British violist Roger Benedict for the month of September, Sunday Telegraph, 31 August


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2004-2005 Fulbright New Century Scholar Program

The Australian-American Fulbright Commission is pleased to call for applications for the 2004-2005 Fulbright New Century Scholar Program.
The 2004-2005 Fulbright New Century Scholar Program (NCS) will focus on the topic of Toward Equality: The Global Empowerment of Women. An initiative of the Fulbright Scholar Program, the NCS Program brings together annually 25 to 30 outstanding research scholars and professionals from the US and around the world during 2004. A Fulbright NCS fellowship provides individual awards in the amount of $US41,500 and travel per diem for orientation and program seminars.

Successful candidates will be leading scholars and professionals in any area of the social sciences or humanities concerned with the study of women or gender. They will be active in the academic, public or private sector and will demonstrate outstanding qualifications and a distinguished record of experience, research and accomplishment in an area clearly related to the NCS theme.

Applicants must be conducting current research relevant to the program's theme and objectives, be open to exploring and incorporating comparative, interdisciplinary approaches in their investigations, and interested in developing collaborative activities with other program scholars.

Further details and application forms are available at: http://www.fulbright.com.au

Closing date: for Australian applications COB Monday 10 November 2003.



 

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POSITIONS VACANT

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DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES Department of Business

The Department encompasses the fields of marketing, management, human resource management and demography with Academic staff specialising in one or more of these disciplines. This diversity allows a wide range of programs to be offered including the Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of International Business and a number of Bachelor of Commerce degrees.  The Department also contributes to the Master of Commerce (Business), Master of Commerce (Marketing) and Master of International Business degrees. Staff research areas include marketing (social and event marketing, consumer behaviour), organisation management and international business, strategy and strategic management, organisational behaviour and human resource management, business demographics and social applied demography.

Professor of Business (Marketing)
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 18471


The appointee will provide academic, administrative and research leadership, and mentoring for the Department.

Essential Criteria: PhD with a national and international reputation in the field of marketing; distinguished record of scholarship and publication centred upon an ongoing research program with demonstrated success in competitive grants; commitment to excellence in teaching and innovative course design and an outstanding teaching record at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; commitment to the development of educational policy and curriculum areas within the Department and the Division; successful experience in research student supervision; leadership, communication and administration skills; strong professional and industry links.


Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Business (Marketing)
(Full-time (continuing)) 2 positions
Ref. 19621+


The Department is seeking outstanding academics in Marketing, International Business or other related areas.  The Department seeks to enhance a strong research reputation in these fields. Two positions are available.

Essential Criteria for Associate Professor:
PhD or equivalent research profile; an established research program with a record of substantial publications; commitment to innovative curriculum development; strong industry experience; significant tertiary teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels with evidence of teaching quality; extensive experience in research supervision; national and international reputation in research and ability to attract research funding; relevant industry and professional links.

Essential Criteria for Senior Lecturer:
PhD or equivalent research profile; an active research program with evidence of research output; commitment to innovative curriculum development; significant tertiary teaching experience with evidence of high quality teaching and innovation; experience in research supervision; national reputation in research; relevant industry experience and professional qualifications and links.

Essential Criteria for Lecturer:
Bachelor’s (Honours) or a Master’s degree; an active research program with evidence of research output; tertiary teaching experience with evidence of high quality teaching and innovation; relevant industry experience with professional qualifications and links.


Director, Labour-Management Studies Foundation & Associate Professor/ Senior Lecturer in Business (Human Resource Management/ Organisational Behaviour)
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 19623

Senior Lecturer/ Lecturer in Business (Human Resource Management/ Organisational Behaviour)
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 19624


The Department is seeking outstanding academics in Human Resource Management/Organisational Behaviour. Two positions are available. A new degree in Bachelor of Human Resource Management will commence in 2005. The Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer in Business will also be appointed as the Director of the Labour-Management Studies Foundation for an initial five year period.

Essential Criteria for Associate Professor: PhD or equivalent research profile; an established and ongoing research program with a record of substantial publications; commitment to innovative curriculum development; strong industry experience; significant tertiary teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels with evidence of teaching quality; extensive experience in research experience; national and international reputation in research and ability to attract research funding; relevant industry and professional links; experience in developing, marketing and implementing successful short courses and other programs; effectiveness in teamwork.

Essential Criteria for Senior Lecturer:  PhD or equivalent research profile; an active research program with evidence of research output; commitment to innovative curriculum development; significant tertiary teaching experience with evidence of high quality teaching and innovation; experience in research supervision; national reputation in research; relevant industry experience and professional qualifications and links.

Essential Criteria for Lecturer: Bachelor’s (Honours) or Master’s degree; an active research program with evidence of research output; tertiary teaching experience of high quality teaching and innovation; relevant industry experience and professional qualifications and links.

General Information for positions in the Department of Business

Enquiries: Professor Farhat Yusuf on x8565 or email: farhat.yusuf@mq.edu.au

Applicants MUST obtain an information package, available from Ms Jo Pettorino on x8507 or jpettori@efs.mq.edu.au   Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. Applicants should indicate the level at which they are applying.

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

Salary Range: Lecturer (Level B) - $65,845 to $78,079 pa, including base salary $55,640 to $65,978 pa, up to 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.  Senior Lecturer (Level C) - $80,527 to $92,763 pa, including base salary $68,046 to $78,386 pa, up to 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.  Associate Professor (Level D) - $96,840 to $106,627 pa, including base salary $81,831 to $90,831 pa, up to 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading. Level E (Professor) - $118,894 to $124,547 pa, including base salary $100,467 to $105,264 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation. Conditions include the possibility of substantial performance based market loadings. Salary sacrificing opportunities and relocation assistance are available.

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, Workplace Relations and Services, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 12 September 2003. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.


DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND LIFE SCIENCES
Department of Biological Sciences
Research Fellow (Parasitologist)
(Full-time (fixed-term))
Ref. 19630


The appointee will study the epidemiology of the protozoan parasite Cryptosporidium in wild and feral animals in water catchment areas, carry out a detailed epidemiological survey of the host specificity of Cryptosporidium, and detailed genetic analysis of isolates, and the testing of their infectivity in tissue culture assays.

Essential Criteria: PhD in parasite epidemiology; experience in parasite isolation, flow cytometry, molecular phylogenetic analysis and tissue culture; understanding of policies and management practices in water catchment areas; high level oral and written communication skills; and current NSW driver’s licence.

Desirable Criteria: Experience in animal handling, organising fieldwork and the design of statistically significant sampling frames.

Enquiries: Dr Martin Slade on x8210 or email: mslade@rna.bio.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 one year, with the possibility of further appointment subject to funding and satisfactory performance.  Probationary conditions may apply.

Salary Range: Level A – $43,141 to $58,351 pa, including base salary $39,098 to $52,882 pa, 9% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading; an appointee with a PhD will be appointed to a minimum of
Point 6 on the salary scale, currently $49,299 pa.

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, Workplace Relations and Services, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 12 September 2003.  Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.


DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES
Department of Computing
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Software Engineering
(Full-time (continuing))
(Re-advertised)
Ref. 19542


The Department seeks outstanding applicants for a position in the general area of software engineering. The appointee will develop and teach undergraduate and postgraduate units in software and systems engineering and conduct research.  In the first instance the appointee will be seconded for a period of two years to the Postgraduate Professional Development Program and will be closely involved in the development, delivery and ongoing coordination of software engineering programs of study. Applicants should indicate the level at which they are applying, or whether they wish to be considered for both levels.

Essential Criteria for Lecturer: PhD (or submitted) or equivalent in computing or a related field; an established research record or evidence of outstanding research potential; the interest and ability to develop and teach postgraduate courses (as demonstrated by experience in tutoring, lecturing or workshop presentation); demonstrated knowledge, experience, understanding and research background of software engineering.

Desirable Criteria: Industrial experience in software engineering, systems design and development, or a related field; university-level teaching experience (including preparation and delivery of postgraduate and/or undergraduate courses) in information technology; experience or interest in the development of on-line teaching methodologies and materials; evidence of quality contributions to the development and administration of university programs of study; experience in industry-collaborative research or industry-based R&D.
 
Additional Essential Criteria for Senior Lecturer:  PhD in information technology, software engineering, computing or a related field; significant successful university teaching experience (including preparation and delivery of postgraduate and undergraduate courses and research supervision); an international research reputation (as demonstrated by research publications and presentations, competitive grants or other relevant indicators) or equivalent and relevant industry experience at an appropriate level of seniority.

Enquiries:  Associate Professor Dominic Verity, Academic Director of Postgraduate Professional Development Programs on x9518 or email: domv@ics.mq.edu.au
 
Information Package: http://www.ics.mq.edu.au/jobs or Maree Graham on x9518 or fax (02) 9850 9551 or email: mgraham@ics.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

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

Salary Range: Level B (Lecturer) - $65,845 to $78,079 pa, including base salary $55,640 to $65,978 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.

Level C (Senior Lecturer) - $80,527 to $92,763 pa, including base salary $68,046 to $78,386 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or email, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Workplace Relations and Services, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 September 2003.  Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.


DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES
Department of Computing
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Information Systems
(Full-time (continuing))
(Re-advertised)
Ref. 9956


The Department seeks outstanding applicants for a position in the broad area of Information Systems (ie enterprise application development, managing information resources, databases, transaction processing systems, electronic commerce, web-based applications, decision support systems, data mining and including people management, teamwork, social, legal and ethical issues with regard to the use of information technology in enterprises). The appointee will teach mainstream undergraduate computing subjects, contribute to postgraduate programs and conduct research.  Applicants should indicate the level at which they are applying, or whether they wish to be considered for all levels.

Essential Criteria for Lecturer:  PhD (or submitted) in computing or a related field or equivalent; an established research record or evidence of outstanding research potential; the interest and ability to teach mainstream undergraduate computing and information systems subjects (as demonstrated by experience in tutoring, lecturing or workshop presentation); demonstrated knowledge, experience and understanding of the role that information systems play in business organisations; research and/or industry background in Information Systems.

Desirable Criteria: University-level teaching experience in computing and information systems (including preparation, delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate programs and interest in computer-aided teaching development); 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: PhD in computing or a related field; significant successful university teaching experience (including preparation and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and research supervision); an international research reputation (as demonstrated by research publications and presentations, competitive grants or other relevant indicators).

Additional Essential Criteria for Associate Professor: Evidence of leadership role in development of course/degree curricula; proved record of research leadership in their discipline demonstrated by publication record, supervision of research students, and success in attracting external research grants.

Enquiries:  Professor Josef Pieprzyk, Head of Department on (02) 9850 9514 or email: josef@ics.mq.edu.au

Information Package: http://www.ics.mq.edu.au/jobs or Melina Chan on x9514 or fax (02) 9850 9551 or email: mchan@ics.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

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

Salary Range: Level B (Lecturer) - $65,845 to $78,079 pa, including base salary $55.640 to $65,978 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.

Level C (Senior Lecturer) - $80,527 to $92,763 pa, including base salary $68,046 to $78,386 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.

Level D ( Associate Professor) - $96,840 to $106,627 pa, including base salary $81,831 to $90,101 pa, 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Workplace Relations and Services, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 September 2003.  Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.


DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES
Department of Computing
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Information Systems
(Full-time (continuing))
(Re-advertised)
Ref. 9956


The Department seeks outstanding applicants for a position in the broad area of Information Systems (ie enterprise application development, managing information resources, databases, transaction processing systems, electronic commerce, web-based applications, decision support systems, data mining and including people management, teamwork, social, legal and ethical issues with regard to the use of information technology in enterprises). The appointee will teach mainstream undergraduate computing subjects, contribute to postgraduate programs and conduct research. Applicants should indicate the level at which they are applying, or whether they wish to be considered for all levels.

Essential Criteria for Lecturer: PhD (or submitted) in computing or a related field or equivalent; an established research record or evidence of outstanding research potential; the interest and ability to teach mainstream undergraduate computing and information systems subjects (as demonstrated by experience in tutoring, lecturing or workshop presentation); demonstrated knowledge, experience and understanding of the role that information systems play in business organisations; research and/or industry background in Information Systems.

Desirable Criteria: University-level teaching experience in computing and information systems (including preparation, delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate programs and interest in computer-aided teaching development); 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:  PhD in computing or a related field; significant successful university teaching experience (including preparation and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and research supervision); an international research reputation (as demonstrated by research publications and presentations, competitive grants or other relevant indicators).

Additional Essential Criteria for Associate Professor: Evidence of leadership role in development of course/degree curricula; proved record of research leadership in their discipline demonstrated by publication record, supervision of research students, and success in attracting external research grants.

Enquiries: Professor Josef Pieprzyk, Head of Department on x9514 or email: josef@ics.mq.edu.au

Information Package: http://www.ics.mq.edu.au/jobs or Melina Chan on x9514 or fax (02) 9850 9551 or email: mchan@ics.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

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

Salary Range: Level B (Lecturer) - $65,845 to $78,079 pa, including base salary $55,640 to $65,978 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.

Level C (Senior Lecturer) - $80,527 to $92,763 pa, including base salary $68,046 to $78,386 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.

Level D (Associate Professor) - $96,840 to $106,627 pa, including base salary $81,831 to $90,101 pa, 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Workplace Relations and Services, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 September 2003. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.


DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES
Department of Computing
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Software Engineering
(Full-time (continuing))
(Re-advertised)
Ref. 19542


The Department seeks outstanding applicants for a position in the general area of software engineering. The appointee will develop and teach undergraduate and postgraduate units in software and systems engineering and conduct research.  In the first instance the appointee will be seconded for a period of two years to the Postgraduate Professional Development Program and will be closely involved in the development, delivery and ongoing coordination of software engineering programs of study. Applicants should indicate the level at which they are applying, or whether they wish to be considered for both levels.

Essential Criteria for Lecturer: PhD (or submitted) or equivalent in computing or a related field; an established research record or evidence of outstanding research potential; the interest and ability to develop and teach postgraduate courses (as demonstrated by experience in tutoring, lecturing or workshop presentation); demonstrated knowledge, experience, understanding and research background of software engineering.

Desirable Criteria: Industrial experience in software engineering, systems design and development, or a related field; university-level teaching experience (including preparation and delivery of postgraduate and/or undergraduate courses) in information technology; experience or interest in the development of on-line teaching methodologies and materials; evidence of quality contributions to the development and administration of university programs of study; experience in industry-collaborative research or industry-based R&D.
 
Additional Essential Criteria for Senior Lecturer: PhD in information technology, software engineering, computing or a related field; significant successful university teaching experience (including preparation and delivery of postgraduate and undergraduate courses and research supervision); an international research reputation (as demonstrated by research publications and presentations, competitive grants or other relevant indicators) or equivalent and relevant industry experience at an appropriate level of seniority.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Dominic Verity, Academic Director of Postgraduate Professional Development Programs on (02) 9850 9518 or email: domv@ics.mq.edu.au
 
Information Package: http://www.ics.mq.edu.au/jobs or Maree Graham on phone x9518 or fax (02) 9850 9551 or e-mail: mgraham@ics.mq.edu.au     Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

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

Salary Range: Level B (Lecturer) - $65,845 to $78,079 pa, including base salary $55,640 to $65,978 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.  

Level C (Senior Lecturer) - $80,527 to $92,763 pa, including base salary $68,046 to $78,386 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.

Applications, including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal and/or e-mail, telephone and fax numbers) of three referees, should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Workplace Relations and Services, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 September 2003.  Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.


DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES
Applied Finance Centre
Professor in Finance and Director
(Full-time (Continuing))
Ref.  9134


Macquarie University’s Applied Finance Centre is responsible for the largest university postgraduate finance program in the world with over 900 program members in the past year attending courses in Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore and major Australian cities (Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney). There are plans to offer the program in Beijing from 2004. The program is underpinned by a strong commitment to face-to-face teaching to finance industry participants in the Asia Pacific zone, with teaching by staff with both high academic qualifications and substantial experience in the finance industry.  The Centre also has a PhD program in Applied Finance, for rigorous applied research, supported by a Scholarship program. In addition, the Centre also offers short courses, from time to time, and facilitates meetings for finance professionals.

The Centre is based in Sydney with offices in both the CBD and Macquarie University. It is self-funded and its activities are supported by a University company. The Director leads the Centre’s activities.

Essential Criteria: An experienced specialist in finance; excellent academic qualifications preferably at the PhD level; a high reputation in the finance industry, particularly in Australia and preferably in the region, based on experience in the finance industry at a senior level; demonstrated commitment to excellence in postgraduate education and research; strong skills in leadership, collaboration and management; capacity to manage large and complex programs; ability to represent an organisation at high levels of industry, government and universities; excellent communication skills, including promotion of the Centre and relations with staff and program members; willingness to travel regularly to the Centre’s teaching locations.

Enquiries: Professor Ed Davis, Dean of Division on x8554 or ed.davis@mq.edu.au

Applicants MUST obtain an information package, available from Ms Jo Pettorino on x8507 or jpettori@efs.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application. 

Further information about the Department can be found at: http://www.mafc.mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (continuing) basis from 1 January 2004.

Salary Range: Professor (Level E) A$118,894 - A$124,571 pa, including base salary A$100,467 - A$105,264 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation. Conditions include the possibility of substantial performance based market loadings. Salary sacrificing opportunities and relocation assistance are available.

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, Workplace Relations and Services, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 26 September 2003. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.


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To apply for internally advertised positions, you must be: a current Macquarie University staff member AND a continuing, fixed-term or long-term casual staff member


DIVISION OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES
Department of Actuarial Studies
Departmental Administrator
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref.  19629


The appointee will provide administrative and clerical support to the Department of Actuarial Studies. Duties include assisting academic staff with course materials, administration of examinations, mailouts and student enquiries as well as maintaining the department’s bulletin web board.

Essential Criteria: Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent work experience; excellent administration, organisational, communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, co-operate with other staff members and use initiative; experience with software packages including word processing, spreadsheets and internet.

Desirable Criteria: Experience using WebCT; familiarity with Student1.

Enquiries: Ms Jo Pettorino on x8507 or jpettori@efs.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

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

Salary Range: Level 4 - Up to $45,154 pa, including base salary $35,735 to $38,156 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

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, Workplace Relations and Services, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 12 September 2003. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.



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FOR SALE Futon and frame (2 years old) $350 ono, 2 x bedside tables $50 each ono, ironing board and iron $30 ono, dining room table $25 ono, bookcase $10 ono, portable wardrobe $25 ono, toaster $10 ono. Contact: Sus Okada x8949 or email: okada@ics.mq.edu.au


FOR SALE Mazda 626 sedan V6, auto 1996 silver, factory alloys, ABS, airbag, cruise control, A/C, CD, alarm, immobiliser, tinted power windows, excellent condition, $12,000. Contact: Andrina x9536 or
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September


Friday 5 September

EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR Dr John Ketchum,  GEMOC. Hadean to Neoarchean Evolution of the Slave Craton, Canada - Current and Future Research Directions. Chair:  Professor Bill Griffin. 1.05pm  Room 102 of Building E6A.

CULTURAL STUDIES RESEARCH SEMINAR  Dr Anne Cranny-Francis -Incorporating the User: premises. W6A 820 at 1.00 pm.

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS SEMINAR Speaker: David Harris from the University of Melbourne Title: Testing for cointegration and evidence for present value models. Room C5C-350 at 2.00pm. The paper for the seminar can be downloaded from this email or from the seminar web page: http://www.econ.mq.edu.au/seminars/


5 to 7 September

MAHA ANNUAL WEEKEND CONFERENCE Theme: Fakes and Forgeries of the Ancient World. Held at Chaldercot in the Royal National Park. Cost: $120 (members) and $125 (non members and guests). Bookings accompanied by cheque payable to “MAHA” due by Monday 1 September. Send to: The Secretary, Macquarie Ancient History Association, Department of Ancient History.


Monday 8 September

REFELCTIVE TEACHERS SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP: Metaphors for Teaching and Student Learning 1.00pm to 2.00pm in E6A 116. Facilitator: Agnes Bosanquet. Enquiries: Sharon Fraser, x8446, email: Sharon.fraser@mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au

THE MACQUARIE BIOTHETICALS: CHILDREN, PARENTS AND REFUSAL OF TREATMENT The Australian Institute of Health Law and Ethics and Macquarie University's Division of Law runs their second Macquarie Biothetical: CHILDREN, PARENTS AND REFUSAL OF TREATMENT, at 7.00 pm in Bldg W5A T1. For bookings please contact: fran.chandler@mq.edu.au or call 9850 7097.

 
Wednesday 10 September

MODERN HISTORY SEMINAR John Perkins, Modern History, Macquarie. "May You Live in Interesting Times": Arnold von Skerst (born Riga 1888, suicided Sydney 1948). 12.30pm to 2.00pm in W6A Room 127. All welcome.

POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH SUPERVISOR DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM: SESSION 2 Developing Quality Research Practices 9.00am to 12.45pm in E6A 116. Facilitator and Enquiries: Anna Reid, x9780, email: anna.reid@mq.edu.au Morning tea will be provided. To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au

Thursday 11 September

ANTHROPOLOGY SEMINAR Dr Kirsten Bell (Anthropology, Macquarie University) Circumcised Women and Castrated Men: Western Constructions of Male and Female Sexuality. 10.30am in  Room C3A 630. Convenor: Dr Ram x8016.

DIVISION OF LAW SEMINAR Brendon Edgeworth, Law, University of New South Wales. Topic:  The New 'New Property' and the Contracting State. Staff library, 6th Floor, Building W3A from 1.00 to 2.00pm.

Thursday 11 September and Thursday 25 September

CUSTOMER SERVICE: HOW TO DO IT WELL 9.30am to 1.00pm in E6A 116 both sessions. Participants should commit themselves to attending both sessions. Facilitator and enquiries: Marie Josee Shurey-Boesten, x9619. Email: mariejosee.shurey-boesten@mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au



Friday 12 September

EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR Dr Graham Carr, CSIRO Mining & Exploration. New Frontiers in Pb Isotopes. Chair:  Dr Dick Flood. 1.05pm  Room 102 of Building E6A.


Monday 15 September

MINDING THE PAST - HISTORY WEEK AT MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY Pompeiian Pots Jaye Pont, an expert on Roman pottery who has had six seasons of digging at Pompeii will give an illustrated talk on Roman, red slip tableware. 2.00pm to 3.30pm Museum of Ancient Cultures, Building X5B. Contact Karl Van Dyke: (02) 9850 9262 karl.vandyke@mq.edu.au

HOT TOPICS: GENDER, LANGUAGE AND (BUSINESS) COMMUNICATION
1.00pm to 2.00pm in E6A 116. Facilitator and Enquiries: Dr Jennifer Peck, Department of Linguistics, x6876 Email: jpeck@ling.mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au.


Tuesday 16 September

MINDING THE PAST - HISTORY WEEK AT MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY Aborigines and Fire. Dr Jim Kohen, Department of Biological Sciences, will discuss how Aboriginal people have been using fire for tens of thousands of years and the implications for Australian contemporary land management. 11.00am to 12.30pm. Building W6A, Room 107. Contact Valda Rigg: x8870 vrigg@hmn.mq.edu.au

MINDING THE PAST - HISTORY WEEK AT MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY Sex, Diet and the Nazis. Associate Professor John Perkins, a visiting fellow in the Department of Modern History, will talk about private and domestic aspects of the leadership of Germany in the 1930s. 2.00pm to 3.30pm Building W6A, Room 107. Contact Valda Rigg: x8870 vrigg@hmn.mq.edu.au


Wednesday 17 September

ANCIENT HISTORY Society for the Study of Early Christianity Research series
Dr Ivan Head, St Pauls College, University of Sydney, Josephus, Rome and St Mark. 7.30pm W3A 501. $7 non members, $5 members. Enquiries: x7512.

MINDING THE PAST - HISTORY WEEK AT MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY Paradise Lost? The Expansion of Sydney after World War Two. Richard Strauss, a postgraduate student in the Department of Modern History, will give an illustrated lecture on the growth of Australia's largest city in the 1940s and 1950s. Australian History Museum, Building W6A, Room 127. 12.30pm to 2.00pm.Contact Valda Rigg: x8870 vrigg@hmn.mq.edu.au

MINDING THE PAST - HISTORY WEEK AT MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY From Bulletin to Big Brother: a century of audience participation in the media. Dr Bridget Griffen-Foley, Australian Research Council Queen Elizabeth II Fellow, Division of Humanities, will present an illustrated talk on aspects of radio talkback history in Australia. 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Mollie Thomson Room, Level 5, Macquarie University Library. Contact Robin Walsh: x7554 rwalsh@laurel.ocs.mq.edu.au

PROMOTIONS! GET IN EARLY
11.00am to 1.00pm in E6A 116 Facilitator and Enquiries: Sharon Fraser, x8446 Email: sharon.fraser@mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au



Thursday 18 September

PHD STUDENTS WORK IN PROGRESS REPORTS 8.00pm Ancient History Documentary Research Centre W3A 501.

ANTHROPOLOGY SEMINAR Professor Margaret Jolly (Gender Relations Centre, Australian National University) Looking Back? Race, Gender and Sexuality in Jane Campion’s The Piano. 10.30am in  Room C3A 630. Convenor: Dr Ram x8016.

MINDING THE PAST - HISTORY WEEK AT MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY In Her Own Image: Greek Australian Women. An illustrated talk by Leonard Janiszewski, research fellow in the Department of Modern History, about his research with photographer Effy Alexakis, on Greek cafes in Australia. 11.00am to 12.30pm. Building W6A, Room 10. Contact Valda Rigg: x8870 vrigg@hmn.mq.edu.au

MINDING THE PAST - HISTORY WEEK AT MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY Reflections on the Gorgon. Sally Morris from the Department of Ancient History will take us on a flying, illustrated voyage over 2500 years, seeking the snake-haired goddess - a monster both petrifying and alluring. 2.00pm to 3.30pm. Museum of Ancient Cultures, Building X5B. Contact Karl Van Dyke x9262 karl.vandyke@mq.edu.au

OH&S FOR MANAGERS, SUPERVISORS AND SAFETY COORDINATORS
9.30am to 5.00pm in E6A 116. Lunch will be provided. Facilitator: Julie Armour. Enquiries: Ugo Cernot, x9723, email: ugo.cernot@mq.edu.au To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au

MGSM SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME FOR GENERAL STAFF
Copies of the guidelines for the Scheme and application forms are available from CPD. For further information, contact Alison Cameron, x7598, alison.cameron@mq.edu.au.


Friday 19 September

EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR Professor Patrick De Deckker, ANU. The Murray Canyons Group Offshore Kangaroo Island: the AUSCAN Cruise and Australia's Grand Canyon. Chair:  Professor John Veevers. 1.05pm  Room 102 of Building E6A.

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE SEMINAR SERIES  Professor Janek Ratnatunga Monash University CEVITA: The Valuation and Reporting of Strategic Capabilities. 11.00am to 12.30pm in the Lincoln Building, Room 310.

MINDING THE PAST - HISTORY WEEK AT MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY Ancient Minders: Libraries of Greco-Roman Egypt Dr Don Barker, a papyrologist in the Ancient History Documentary Research Centre, will give an illustrated lecture about libraries at Alexandria and Oxyryhnchus. 2.00pm to 3.30pm. Museum of Ancient Cultures, Building X5B Contact Karl Van Dyke: x9262 karl.vandyke@mq.edu.au


Wednesday 24 September

MODERN HISTORY SEMINAR Details to be announced. 12.30pm to 2.00pm in W6A Room 127. All welcome.


Thursday 25 September

DIVISION OF LAW SEMINAR Alex Steel, Law, University of NSW. Property and Crime and the Problem of Definition. Staff library, 6th Floor, Building W3A from 1.00pm to 2.00pm.


Friday 26 September

GRADUATE SCHOOL OF THE ENVIRONMENT PUBLIC SEMINAR SERIES  Professor Cliff Hooker, School of Liberal Arts, University of Newcastle, NSW Adaptive Sustainability in a Systematic Sustainability Policy Framework? 12.00 noon E8A, Room 386. For further details contact: Dr Anna Lyth, x6975, anna.lyth@mq.edu.au

October

Wednesday 15 October

MODERN HISTORY SEMINAR
Bridget Griffen-Foley. Details to be announced. 12.30pm to 2.00pm in Building W6A Room 127. All welcome. For further details call Marnie Hughes-Warrington x8806.


Thursday 16 October

ANTHROPOLOGY SEMINAR Malcolm Haddon (Graduate Scholar, Anthropology, Macquarie University). “Dancing White Elephants”: exotic whiteness and the rasa of otherness. 10.30am in Room C3A 630. Convenor: Dr Ram x8016.


Friday 17 October

EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR
Professor Simon Turner, GEMOC, Topic: Insights into Magmatic Processes from Short Lived Isotopes. Chair: Dr Dick Flood. 1.05pm Room 102 of Building E6A.

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE SEMINAR SERIES
Mr Venkat Narayanan, Associate Professor Herb Stoch and Professor Graeme Harrison. Management Control Patterns in Outsourcing Context: A Case Based Approach. 11.00am to 12.30pm in the Lincoln Building, Room 310.


Wednesday 22 October

MODERN HISTORY SEMINAR Geoff Spenceley (European Studies, Monash) Hitler’s Blitzkrieg Revisited. 12.30pm to 2.00pm in Building W6A Room 127. All welcome. For further details call Marnie Hughes-Warrington x8806.


Thursday 23 October

ANTHROPOLOGY SEMINAR Rosemary Wiss (Anthropology, Macquarie University) In the Name of the Father: Accounts of Paedophilia and Incest in Relation to being Foreign or being Kin (a Case Study from the Philippines). 10.30am in Room C3A 630. Convenor: Dr Ram x8016.


Friday 24 October

EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR Dr Rhiannon George, GEMOC Topic: Raiders of the Lost Arc: The Time Scales of Fluid Transfer and Magma Storage in the Aleutians. Chair: Dr Dick Flood. 1.05pm Room 102 of Building E6A.

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE SEMINAR SERIES
Mr Chris Searchfield, Macquarie University. The Learning Organisation Concept and its Adaptation to Teaching in an Undergraduate Accounting Unit. 11.00am to 12.30pm in the Lincoln Building, Room 310.
Wednesday 29 October

MODERN HISTORY SEMINAR Beverley Kingston (History, UNSW) Writing a History of NSW. 12.30pm to 2.00pm in Building W6A Room 127. All welcome. For further details call Marnie Hughes-Warrington x8806.


Friday 31 October

EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR Dr Mark Lackie, DEPS. Topic: The Amery Ice Shelf: Where is it and Why Undertake a Seismic Survey There? Chair: Professor John Veevers.


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to_top The next issue of Staff News will be published on Friday 19 September  2003.
All items for inclusion to be submitted in writing or by email (contribs@remus.reg.mq.edu.au) by noon, Monday 15 September  2003.
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