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ACADEMIC SESSIONAL STAFF SURVEY

An invitation to academic sessional staff—throughout April the Sessional Staff Project at Macquarie University will be running a survey for academic sessional staff.

Permanent staff at Macquarie University have just had the opportunity to have their say by participating in a survey, now it is the turn of academic sessional staff. The term “sessional” refers to casual and short-term contract staff.

All academic sessional staff are invited to log on to the survey (a staff number is needed to do this) and offer their perspective on being a sessional staff member of this university.

The Quality Teaching: Supporting Sessional Staff with Professional and Organisational Development Project was initiated by Dr Sharon Fraser (CPD) and Professor Jennifer Bowes (IEC). It is funded through a Macquarie University VCDF grant. In the first year of the project a pilot was conducted within the Institute of Early Childhood, where a focus group and working party provided data on the needs of academic sessional staff. The project has also been guided by a University-wide steering committee, made up of one representative from each Division of the University.

Now in its second year and second stage, the project is rolling out to other Departments. The second stage has also seen the piloting of a sessional staff website.

By sharing their opinions and insights it is hoped that the University can be better guided and informed in supporting sessional staff with quality teaching, professional and organisational development. If you have sessional staff working in your Department please pass this invitation on to them.

A link to the survey can be found on the staff page of the Macquarie University website and will be live from 1 April. http://www.mq.edu.au/staff/sessionalstaff/

Enquiries: Marina Harvey x9852 or email: marina.harvey@aces.mq.edu.au

Dr Marina Harvey
Project Coordinator
Sessional Staff Project

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LAMS SEMINAR SERIES

LAMS: from Teaching to Research

This Seminar will showcase the implementation of LAMS by two Macquarie staff members: Peter Petocz from Statistics and Paul Nesbit from MGSM. In the second part of the Seminar, Anna Reid from CPD will lead a discussion on the ways in which research projects and papers can be developed from teaching. This may also be a useful seminar for those considering applying for one of the present round of teaching development grants.

Date: Thursday 4 May, 10.00am–12.00 noon, Room to be advised.

For some of the research on LAMS see: www.melcoe.mq.edu.au/projects/LAMS@MQ/evaluation.htm

And at the LAMS Community website: http://lamscommunity.org

When is the Next LAMS training?

Bookings are essential: send your name and staff number (required) and session details (LAMS Basics) to: training@library.mq.edu.au

Date: Wednesday 26 April, 9.30am–1.00pm, Library TR 2
Friday 19 May, 9.30am–1.00pm, Library TR 3
Thursday 15 June, 9.30am–1.00pm, Library TR 3

Enquiries: Angela Voerman, x4151, avoerman@melcoe.mq.edu.au

Angela Voerman
Macquarie University E-Learning
Centre of Excellence (MELCOE)

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CFL WEB SITE MAINTENANCE SERVICE

The Centre for Flexible Learning (CFL) offers a web site maintenance service to all Divisions, Departments and Offices for the subsidised rate of $45 per hour. Depending on the frequency of updates you require, the cost of maintenance for your site can be as low as $90 every few months, and CFL guarantees a 48-hour turnaround.

Use of this service will ensure that your web site complies with international World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) standards, Macquarie’s Visual Identity Guide standards, and with legal requirements regarding accessibility for disabled web users.

Free CFL Website Accessibility Checking and Advisory Service

As a commitment to the quality of the University's web presence, the Centre for Flexible Learning (CFL) now offers a free web site checking service to help ensure your web site complies with international World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) standards. This check is best done prior to going live, but can also be done for existing sites. This check will help ensure that your web site complies with legal requirements for accessibility.

Did you know that standards compliant web sites:

• Are accessible to 100% of web users
• Display properly on all modern browsers and platforms
• Are compatible with hand-helds, mobile phones, etc
• Have higher search engine ratings
• Are much easier and cheaper to maintain?

CFL can also offer advice and assistance before your web site goes into production, and provides a service to fix errors or perform regular web site maintenance.

For more information on all of the above services contact Tony Dwyer, Manager of Media Production Services on x9668 or email tony.dwyer@mq.edu.au .

Tony Dwyer
Manager, Media Production Services
CFL

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MGSM EXECUTIVE HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTRE WINS MEETINGS AND EVENTS INDUSTRY AWARD 2005

Meetings and Events Australia is a national industry association with 1600 members in the Australia and Asia/Pacific region. The aim of the Awards is to recognise excellent business practice and those who have achieved outstanding results within the meetings and events industry.

For more information or if you would like to view MGSM's hotel and conference facilities please do not hesitate to contact Ian Kalms direct on x9322 or email: ian.kalms@mgsm.edu.au

Ian Kalms
Facilities Manager

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CPD NEWS

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

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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 June 2006.

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
• 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 Rebecca Taylor, x9734, rebecca.taylor@mq.edu.au, or see the CPD homepage at: http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au/leadership/award_mgsm.htm

Applications must be returned to CPD by Friday 28 April 2006.

Making Work Work for Me and Others

This innovative program consists of five modules, presented over 10 sessions and is designed to support General Staff HEW levels 2–5 in being successful, confident and inspired at work. The participants of past programs were very excited about the value this program added to their working life.

After a short introductory information session on 12 April, those who choose to participate in the program will be focusing on the following topics:

• Communication: All we do at work is driven by our skill in effectively communicating what we think, observe, feel and want. We will work on enhancing those skills through very practical exercises and feedback.
• Customer Service: Who are our customers? Serving them with excellence is important to Macquarie and to each of us. Why is that? You will get a chance to practise enhanced customer service skills and attitudes.
• Myself and Others: Why do people do what they do? How can we use insights into our own behaviour to work more efficiently and feel more satisfied with what we do? This module will teach you how to manage yourself effectively and how to influence your supervisor, manager and colleagues in a positive way.
• Working in a Team: Some teams work really well, others don't. Why is that? We will look at and experience the influence individuals and their styles have on the team, and how you can best capitalise on those.
• Making It Real: This session provides support in achieving goals and in putting the learnings of the program into action.

It is possible to enrol into individual modules, but preference is given to staff who choose to attend the full program. A certificate of completion will be given to those who attend at least 8 out of the 10 sessions.

Information Session: Wednesday 12 April, 12.00 noon–2.00pm, (lunch is provided at this session)
Module 1: Wednesday 3 and Wednesday 10 May
Module 2: Wednesday 17 and Wednesday 24 May
Module 3: Wednesday 31 May and Wednesday 7 June
Module 4: Wednesday 14 and Wednesday 21 June
Module 5: Wednesday 28 June and Wednesday 5 July

All sessions are from 9.30am–1.00pm, E6A 116

Facilitator: Linda Williamson
Enquiries and Registration: CPD, cpd@mq.edu.au, x9721,

WORKPLACE RELATIONS TRAINING

Introduction to the Concepts and Processes of Work Design

This module in the Workplace Relations Training program is required for all heads of organisational units and members of work design teams who have NOT attended a Work Design workshop in 2003, 2004 or 2005. All other staff are welcome to attend.

The main purpose of this introductory module is twofold:

• To enhance participants’ understanding of the nature and processes of work design
• To place processes of work design in the context of the MU Enterprise Agreement.

The workshop will provide a thorough theoretical background, to support the development of a step-by-step process for those involved in Work Design processes. The practical case examples will be used to prepare participants for the processes of work design in the MU context.

Lunch will be provided.

Date: Tuesday 11 April, 9.30am–5.00pm, Human Resources Training Room, Mezzanine Level, C4B
Facilitator: Amanda Phillips

Women’s Network Informal Lunch

The next informal lunch for the Macquarie University Women’s Network is Wednesday 19 April, 12.30pm–1.30pm at the Staff Club (W5A 320). This will be an opportunity to continue to extend your professional and personal network and meet other women from across the University.

Bookings are essential. Please contact Rebecca Taylor on x9734 or email: rebecca.taylor@mq.edu.au if you are attending.

Note: Participants are responsible for their own lunch.

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

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IT TRAINING

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

The Macquarie University Library Information Technology Training Unit (ITTU) coordinates training in Information Technology (IT) skills to support staff and students to meet their research, teaching and work needs. A full list of courses can be found at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php

Vacancies exist in the following IT courses for Macquarie University staff.

Access Database Creation–two days

This two-day course introduces the concept of the relational database and the Access 2003 relational database application, as well as information management tools. Learn how to design and create a new Access database. Prerequisites are confident PC skills and knowledge of other MS Office applications. Both day 1 and day 2 of this course must be attended.

Date:

Day 1 Wednesday 10 May 9.00am–4.30pm
Day 2 Wednesday 17 March 9:00am–4:30pm

Enrol online at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php?cmd=details&cid=34

Adobe Acrobat Writer

This half day course will show how to create, edit and review PDF documents using the Adobe Acrobat 7.0 Professional. Basic PC skills are a prerequisite.

Date:

Wednesday 3 May, 1.30pm–4.30pm
Tuesday 6 June, 9.30am–12.30pm

Enrol online at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php?cmd=details&cid=36

Dreamweaver MX 2004

In this one day course, learn to take full advantage of the Dreamweaver MX 2004 efficient interface for developing a static site with text, images, media, navigation elements, and forms. PC proficiency is a prerequisite.

Date:

Tuesday 11 April, 9.00am–4.30pm
Thursday 8 June, 9.00am–4.30pm

Enrol online at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php?cmd=details&cid=39

Excel Basics

This half day course has been developed for users with no previous experience of Excel 2003. Learn how to create, edit and format a simple spreadsheet. PC proficiency is a prerequisite.

Date:

Wednesday 3 May, 9.30am–12.30pm

Enrol online at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php?cmd=details&cid=23

Filemaker Pro - Database User

Filemaker Pro 7 is a powerful workgroup database that enables effective organisation of information and great reporting functions. In this one day training course, the principles of working with databases will be reviewed and used as a base for developing data management skills. Confident PC skills is a prerequisite.

Date: Thursday 1 June, 9.30am–4.30pm

Enrol online at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php?cmd=details&cid=41

HTML1

Plan and create a web page using Hypertext Markup Language. Confident PC skills and the ability to use the Internet are prerequisites.

Date: Thursday 6 April, 9.00am–4.30pm

Enrol online at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php?cmd=details&cid=28

PowerPoint Basics

This half day course will show how to create and edit a simple presentation using PowerPoint 2003. Basic PC skills are a prerequisite.

Date:

Tuesday 4 April, 9.30am–12.30pm
Thursday 18 May, 1.30pm–4.30pm

Enrol online at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php?cmd=details&cid=29

PowerPoint Plus

This half day course covers working with templates, using advanced drawing techniques, and working with Office programs to enhance your PowerPoint 2003 presentations. PowerPoint Basics or intermediate PowerPoint skills is a prerequisite.

Date: Monday 29 May, 1.30pm–4.30pm

Enrol online at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php?cmd=details&cid=30

Word Basics

A half day course for users with no previous experience of Word 2003. Learn to create, edit, name and save simple documents; apply character and paragraph formatting; move and copy text; work with tabs; insert headers and footers; print a document; and use Word's online help. Basic PC skills is a prerequisite.

Date: Tuesday 6 June, 1.30pm–4.30pm

Enrol online at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/courses.php?cmd=details&cid=48

Online IT Training via LearningFast

Online IT training for Macquarie University staff and students is available with interactive tutorials, manuals and popular task tutorials in information technology areas including:

• Microsoft applications Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Project
• Microsoft Windows Operating Systems
• Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop
• Email, Using and Searching the Internet, and Web Page Design
• Lotus Notes Mail, WordPerfect, MYOB, FrontPage.

Online training can be undertaken any time at your leisure via LearningFast. Find out more at: www.library.mq.edu.au/training/online.html

Enquiries to IT Training Unit (ITTU)
Phone: 9850 7399
Email: training@library.mq.edu.au

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

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WHAT’S ON IN PR & MARKETING

Booklets now available

The undergraduate booklets produced by PR and Marketing are now available. Please contact Katherine Johnston on x9446 or email katherine.johnston@mq.edu.au for copies.

Science, Engineering and Technology study—staff seminars

Skills shortages, a dearth of specialists, declining enrolments in the sciences. Heard it all before but want to find out more?

The year-long Macquarie University Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) Study has just been completed and we want you to hear the results. The largest and most comprehensive study of its kind, the SET Study has asked all the important questions to find out who is and who isn’t interested in studying science and technology and why, the attitudes of high school students and teachers and current Macquarie students, and what the scientific community needs in terms of skilled graduates.

Two lunch-time seminars will be held exclusively for staff to outline the main findings of the SET Study on the following dates:

Date:

Wednesday 5 April, 1.00pm–2.00pm, E7B, Theatre 4
Friday 7 April, 1.00pm-2.00pm, E7B, Theatre 5

Details of where you can download a full copy of the results of the SET Study will also be made available at the presentations.

For more information contact Alissa O'Neill on email alissa.oneill@vc.mq.edu.au x6046.

Movies at Macquarie—Fact or Fiction?

Watch the movie then ask the experts! The next free Movies at Macquarie screening is Batman Begins (M) on Sunday 2 April at 7.00pm in the Macquarie Theatre.

Join Dr Mark Seton from the Department of Critical and Cultural Studies after the film to discuss experiencing film as it both shapes and is shaped by us and the dilemma of addressing corruption in individuals and institutions.

All welcome. No bookings required. For more information about this event: www.pr.mq.edu.au/mqmovies

Macquarie University’s New Science Website Goes Live

Macquarie University’s new science, engineering and technology website is now live at: www.science.mq.edu.au

Science and Technology Liaison Officer Rachel Jackson would like to thank everyone who provided feedback and suggestions.

The website features general information about science, engineering and technology at Macquarie University as well as hyperlinks to more detailed information. The information is targeted to researchers, future and current students, industry, the community and the media.

Please contact Rachel on x6045 or email rachel.jackson@mq.edu.au if you know of a student or science alumnus who may like to be profiled on the site. Rachel would also like to hear from anyone who has ideas on resources for teachers.

The Public Relations and Marketing Unit’s fabulous events officer Dina Mura will be leaving the University on 13 April after six years in both the PR Unit, and the Registrar’s Office. We will be sad to see her go but wish her well in her new role at the University of Sydney.

Kathy Vozella
Media Manager

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ALUMNI

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

Alumni Lecture Series 2006

Date: Thursday 30 March
Time: 6.30pm
Venue: Macquarie University, SAM Level 3
Topic: Security Intelligence Failures: A Retrospective
Speakers: Peter Anderson, Director of the new Centre for Policing, Intelligence and Counter Terrorism (PICT), and Sandra Bilson, Operations Manager, PICT.

Peter Anderson and Sandra Bilson will provide insight into recent intelligence “failures” including September 11, Beslan, Bali and the SIEV-X sea disaster.

Alumni Lecture Series 2006

Date: Wednesday 3 May
Time: 6.30pm
Venue: Macquarie University, L3 SAM Building
Topic: Archaeological Evidence for the Cultural Background of the New Testament
Speaker: Dr Rosalinde Kearsley

Dr Rosalind Kearsley, Senior Lecturer, Department of Ancient History, will take us on a journey to the ancient cities of Perge and Antioch-by-Pisidia closely linked to Paul’s first missionary. Despite these two cities being geographically close to one another there was a fundamental difference between the two, as one was Greek and the other Roman.

Dr Kearsley will inform us how their physical remains allow us to reconstruct much more about their nature and their populations than is revealed in the Acts of the Apostles.

Lecture bookings:

http://www.mq.edu.au/alumni/html/FormBooking.html

Grapevine Online—A New Service for Alumni

You can now share your news with other alumni by registering on Grapevine Online http://www.mq.edu.au/alumni/html/grapevine.html

Macquarie University Merchandise

Macquarie University Merchandise can now be purchased online at http://www.sam.org.au/index.cfm?s=74073E90-3048-1075-638A5A6A39D03937

All Enquiries:

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

Mark Herndon
Director
Alumni Office

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CDO NEWS

CDO Office—New Location

The CDO Team has now completed the move to our new permanent location on Level 2 of the Lincoln Building (next to the Medical Centre). We are open during semester from 10.00am until 5.00pm and ask staff to encourage students to drop into our Career Resource Centre to develop their career planning, use careers resources and register for workshops and events.

CDO Review of Events

The Career Development Office (CDO) was proud to have organised its most successful Graduate Recruitment Fair since 2001. With 44 exhibitors and over 1650 students, this year's Fair attests to the fact that employers are back to recruiting graduates in force.

The Fair attracts many major private industry and government employers who recognise that Macquarie students are of outstanding quality. It is a terrific opportunity for students to speak to enthusiastic employers and to collect relevant literature that informs their search for graduate employment.

Dr Brian Spencer, Registrar and Vice Principal, welcomed both regular and new exhibitors to the Fair. The Fair was held on campus and over 90 percent of exhibitors rated the Fair as a valuable opportunity to profile their organisation on campus.

We had representatives from accounting, banking, manufacturing, multinationals and State and Commonwealth government departments in attendance.

Teaching Opportunities Expo Feedback

The Teaching Opportunities Expo held over two hours on the following day attracted
15 exhibitors from all sectors of teacher recruitment. Student attendance on this occasion was not as buoyant as hoped.

The Career Development Office organises a number of events that attract graduate employers to campus, in particular during the peak of graduate recruitment season in March and early April. A complete schedule is available from our website: www.careers.mq.edu.au

CDO Upcoming Events

Employer Presentations are held from 1.00pm–2.00pm and employer names and locations are advertised on CareerHub. Please encourage students to log in and access this information under ‘News and Events’.

Upcoming Presentations include:

Presenter: Accenture-Management
Consulting/Business Analysts
Date: Tuesday 4 April
Venue: E5A Rm 131

Presenter: Catholic Education Office—Education Students
Date: Wednesday 5 April
Venue: TBC

Presenter: CSC (IT and Business Recruitment)
Date: Thursday 6 April
Venue: E7B Theatre 2

Career Insight Workshops

General job searching, resume and cover letters workshops are on offer for students, as well as tailored workshops presented by a range of graduate employers as listed below.

The full workshop schedule for semester one is now available on our main website under ‘Workshops and Seminars’. Please encourage students to download a copy of this schedule and to register for workshops at the Career Development Office. The Career Insight workshops are practical, relevant and closely linked to industry by the presenting graduate employers.

RTA—Applying to the Public Sector—Addressing Selection Criteria

Date: Tuesday 4 April, 1.00pm–2.00pm
Venue: E6A 102

Commonwealth Bank—Preparing for and Succeeding in Behavioural Interviews

Date: Wednesday 5 April, 1.00pm—2.00pm
Venue: E7B Theatre 2

Nexia Court & Co Chartered Accountants—A Career in Accounting? What to Expect

Date: Wednesday 12 April, 1.00pm–2.00pm
Venue: E4A Room 523

Work Experience Firms

Do you have any accounting colleagues who require help with their business?

The Career Development Office in partnership with the Graduate Accounting and Commerce Centre (GACC) coordinates a work experience program for the postgraduate accounting students.

The program is for 70 hours and is covered by he University’s WorkCover insurance.

If you have colleagues, friends or relatives who may be looking for potential work experience students for placement in their accounting practice, please contact or refer to Donna Moulds on (02) 98507373. Email: dmoulds@reg.mq.edu.au

CareerHub Statistics

Over the month of March, CareerHub has averaged at least four new employers registering with our service daily. The online job posting service has over 2000 employers registered and we continue to use CareerHub as a tool for building relationships with local employers and industry.

For general CareerHub news, please refer to www.careers.mq.edu.au

Caroline Spurway
Career Development Office

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SAM NEWS

Where to Enjoy

As a SAM Card holder don't forget to keep your money in your pocket over the Easter break. Visit www.wheretoenjoy.com/sam to find out where you can get the best savings for holiday accommodation, car rentals and other great attractions.

Schibello Coffee Promotion

This is your chance to win a Levetta Coffee Machine worth over $2000. Anyone who buys a coffee at Marxines, Globe Café or the Coffee Cart, has their card stamped and hands in a completed coffee card at the SAM Building before Thursday 13 April 2006 will be eligible to win. Hurry entries closing soon!!

SAM CampusCatering

SAM is delighted to announce the launch of SAM CampusCatering, the dedicated catering division at SAM focused on bringing a high level of catering options to Macquarie University.

With the appointment of a new chef and the launch of the 2006 menu, SAM CampusCatering is on hand to provide a wide range of drop off catering options, from breakfasts to lunch platters to cocktail food.

To view our current menus please visit the SAM website at www.sam.org.au/catering

For further information please contact:

Vu Hua
Events & Catering Manager
SAM CampusCatering
Tel: x6586
Email: catering@sam.mq.edu.au

Marion Malouf
Marketing Assistant
Students At Macquarie (SAM)

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MACQUARIE IN THE MEDIA

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 or by fax to (9850) 9457; or through internal mail to Becton Dickson Building, Macquarie University Research Park.

Media Mentions

Dr Michelle Arrow (Modern History): said Australia was a 'social laboratory' around the turn of the century, introducing the secret ballot, widening the right to vote and establishing the minimum wage as the basis of an effective social safety net, Weekend Australian, 18 March

Associate Professor Frank Ashe (Applied Finance Centre): suggested that the financial system had not kept up the proliferation of complex financial products such as collateralised debt obligations, Australian Financial Review, 23 March

Associate Professor David Collins (Economics): with Helen Lapsley of the University of Queensland concluded that preventing smoking is one of the most cost-effective things governments can do, Sydney Morning Herald, 17 March

Professor John Croucher (MGSM): interviewed about footy tipping competitions, Channel 7 News, 16 March

Professor Peter Curson (Health and Chiropractic): wrote that fear, not disease, is the real problem with bird flu, Australian Financial Review, 18 March

Dr Errol Davies (Sculpture Park): was a judge in the Mosman Village Festival of Sculpture, Mosman Daily, 16 March

Professor Paul Davies (Australian Centre for Astrobiology): said it's something of a triumph for [US physicist Alan] Guth and the people who developed the inflation scenario [part of the Big Bang theory] that 25 years later we get this level of detail and confirmation of inflation, Weekend Australian, 18 March

Associate Professor Chris Evans (Centre for Integrative Study of Animal Behaviour): has been studying the way chickens communicate with each other and discovered they have a surprisingly complex range of word-like noises, Sun Herald, 26 March

Associate Professor Jim Forrest (Human Geography): with colleague Kevin Dunn found that 85 per cent of Australians agree it is a good thing for our society to be made up of different cultures, Sydney Morning Herald, 20 March

Mr Paul Gollan (MGSM): wrote that important industrial relations reform could be swamped by the different agendas the government has attached to it, Australian Financial Review, 20 March; examined the debate over the future of trade unions, The Age, 24 March; wrote that the union movement must adapt to survive under the WorkChoices legislation, Canberra Times, 27 March

Professor Roy Green (MGSM): wrote that innovation starts with management, Australian Financial Review, 20 March

Professor Phil Hayward (Contemporary Music): said [in relation to John Lennon and Yoko Ono's bed-in for peace] that if this happened now, and Britney Spears and her husband went to bed for peace, it would be just bizarre—nobody would take it seriously at all, Weekend Australian, 25 March

Associate Professor Sasha Pavkovic (Politics): interviewed about the death of Slobodan Milosevic, PM ABC National Radio, 13 March

Professor Pam Peters (Linguistics): wrote that whether you are 'in sync(h)' or 'out-of-sync(h)' with the world, either spelling will do, Campus Review, 15 March; wrote that the tmesis means a cutting, the division of a word or compound for particular effect such as 'fanbloodytastic', Campus Review, 22 March

Associate Professor Graeme Russell (Psychology): said there are more role models around now of older men with young children, Bulletin with Newsweek, 21 March

Ms Lindsay Stanford (Human Resources): said better results were achieved [with the Indigenous traineeship program] when the trainees were not the only Indigenous people in the organisation, Northern District Times, 22 March

Mr Rob Stokes (Law): wrote that in NSW bureaucrats have too much power to make crucial decisions on development, Sydney Morning Herald, 17 March

Dr Adam Stow (Biological Sciences): interviewed about the critically endangered grey nurse sharks, ABC Southern Queensland (Toowoomba), 13 March; said while bringing new grey nurse sharks to the east coast would benefit the gene pool, it might also bring other problems such as disease, ABC Coast FM Sunshine Coast, 14 March; said the logistics of importing grey nurse sharks would be quite tricky and would have potential problems, ABC North Coast NSW, 14 March; said importing other breeds of grey nurse sharks from WA and South Africa is an option, ABC 612 Brisbane, 14 March; ABC Central Queensland, 14 March; ABC Coast FM Sunshine Coast, 14 March; interviewed about the grey nurse shark, ABC 612 Brisbane, 14 March; said there is an urgent need to boost the number of grey nurse sharks after hunting reduced numbers during the 60s and 70s, ABC NewsRadio, 14 March; interviewed about the grey nurse shark, Radio National Breakfast, 15 March; said studies had shown there was limited migration within Australian grey nurse shark populations and the critically endangered east coast variety had very low levels of genetic variation, Border Mail, 15 March; Burnie Advocate, 15 March; Gold Coast Bulletin, 15 March; North West Star, 15 March; Townsville Bulletin, 15 March; said that conditions are not in favour for the repopulation of the grey nurse shark, and described its breeding habits, ABC Newcastle, 15 March; said grey nurse sharks were reduced in numbers when it was fashionable to hunt them in the 60s and 70s, Triple M, 15 March; said he is in favour of introducing more [grey nurse sharks] into the sea and that they are not man eaters, even though they look dangerous, ABC Radio Darwin, 15 March; said his paper's main conclusion is that there is little migration into and out of the eastern Australian [grey nurse shark] population, ABC South East NSW, 15 March; interviewed about the call to save the grey nurse shark from extinction, Channel 7 local news, 15 March; said there were estimated to be only 300–500 sharks left, West Australian, 18 March; said low levels of genetic variation mean that the [grey nurse shark] population's not going to be very robust to any environmental changes such as global warming, Coffs Coast Advocate, 25 March; said the team was looking at developing methods to artificially inseminate the sharks, Gold Coast Bulletin, 25 March

Associate Professor Jennifer Sumsion (Education): interviewed about the accreditation of child care centres and the standard of care offered by ABC Learning Centres, Radio National, 16 March

Professor Malcolm Walter (Australian Centre for Astrobiology): said there is no longer any doubt in his mind that water played a major role in the processes of Mars, The Australian, 15 March

Associate Professor June Wangmann (Institute of Early Childhood): said what goes on the wall [accreditation certificates at child care centres] is giving a false indication to parents, Sydney Morning Herald, 14 March; was mentioned by compere Leon Delaney as saying that accreditation certificates given to child care centres were often giving false indications to parents, Radio 2SM, 14 March

Professor Kevin Wheldall (MUSEC): thinks that some children will automatically learn to read, but at least 25 per cent won't, Sydney Morning Herald, 16 March

Dr Margaret White (Institute of Early Childhood): was presented with digital copies of drawings done by children from Fahan School in Tasmania, Hobart Mercury, 21 March

Professor Clive Williams (PICT): interviewed about reports that the Basque separatist group ETA has elected to end its 38-year armed struggle for an independent Basque homeland for the region that borders France and Spain, ABC 666 Canberra, 23 March

Dr Amanda Wise (Centre for Research on Social Inclusion): outlined how Macquarie language students will be helping shopkeepers translate signage in Ashfield, Radio 2UE, 24 March

Issues and Events

Cartoonist Mick Joff teaches caricature at Macquarie University , ABC 702 Sydney, 13 March

Wally Abraham was an architect planner at Macquarie University for 20 years, Kiama Independent, 8 March

Researchers from Macquarie University are considering moving grey nurse sharks from WA or South Africa in a bid to strengthen the gene pool, ABC 720 Perth, 15 March; Daily Advertiser, 15 March; Daily News, 15 March; Fraser Coast Chronicle, 15 March; Gympie Times, 15 March; News Mail, 15 March; Toowoomba Chronicle, 15 March

Free buses will run to and from Darling Harbour [to the Sydney Law Careers Fair] for the following universities: Wollongong, Newcastle, Macquarie and UNSW, Sydney Morning Herald, 15 March

Scientists from Macquarie University are investigating the possibility of importing grey nurse sharks from WA in an effort to boost numbers in local waters, Radio 2CC Canberra, 14 March; 2CS FM Coffs Harbour, 15 March; 4BU (Bundaberg), 15 March; Star FM Port Macquarie, 15 March; WIN TV News (Channel 9), 15 March; ABC 702 Sydney, 19 March; Radio 3CR Melbourne, 19 March; ABC South East NSW, 20 March

The Macquarie Trio will play works from Bach, Beethoven and Brahms in Canberra on Monday, Canberra Times, 18 March

According to a letter writer, the Macquarie University economists have stated that tax on cigarettes raises only $5 billion but they have overlooked another $5 billion in GST paid on cigarette sales, Sydney Morning Herald, 18 March

Last year Andrew Fraser was teaching at Macquarie University when he wrote to a suburban newspaper arguing that non-white immigration was turning Australia into a 'colony of the Third World', claiming that an expanding black population would lead to increases in crime, and warning of an emerging 'ruling class' of high-achieving Asians, The Age, 18 March

Karen, from Macquarie University asked [Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice] why the US, currently 'ranked as one of the lowest OECD nations as far as foreign aid goes' didn't commit to a higher percentage of its gross national income, Sydney Morning Herald, 17 March

Macquarie University researchers have had the courage to say the unsayable with the proposal (to import sharks from Western Australia), which at last confronts Sydney's shark shame, Sydney Morning Herald,
17 March

Tom Wright, the Bishop of Durham, draws on his expertise in ancient texts to address questions raised by the Old Testament and Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code at Macquarie University tonight, Sydney Morning Herald, 17 March

According to a letter writer Macquarie University cancelling Andrew Fraser's classes makes an interesting postscript to a sorry saga that started with Fraser's attack on Sudanese refugees, Parramatta Sun, 15 March

Oxford University biologist Professor Norman Myers came to Macquarie University as part of an Australian tour supported by the Humane Society International and the Federal Government, Northern District Times, 15 March

The Macquarie University Dramatic Society set its new production of Romeo and Juliet on the streets of Sydney, Northern District Times, 15 March

A painting of Ruth Cracknell features in a new exhibition at the Macquarie University art gallery, Northern District Times, 15 March

The version of the national anthem composed by a 702 listener and performed by the Macquarie University Singers was played again, ABC 702 Sydney, 15 March

The Macquarie Trio will perform a selection of pieces from their Towers of Power program, Canberra Times, 20 March

Journalist Robert Fisk commented that efforts are now under way to deprive Antony Loewenstein of his place on the board of Macquarie University's Centre for Middle East and North African Studies, Independent Weekly, 18 March

Hear Macquarie Trio Australia's tribute to three powerhouses of the classical world, Bach, Beethoven and Brahms, in Towers of Power at Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Sun Herald, 19 March

Acclaimed chamber music orchestra ensemble the Macquarie Trio plays tribute to three superstars of classical music at the University of Melbourne, Sunday Herald Sun, 19 March

Braidwood young people participated in The Big Draw—a national youth art education project initiated by Macquarie University , Braidwood Times, 15 March

Breaking down the barriers between Ashfield seniors and shopkeepers is behind a new initiative by Macquarie University and Ashfield council, Inner-West Weekly, 23 March

The Macquarie Trio concert at Verbrugghen Hall was reviewed in, Sydney Morning Herald, 23 March

Philip Jerrard is thrilled to be one of six Indigenous trainees at Macquarie University , Northern District Times, 22 March

Macquarie University's Centre for Research on Social Inclusion has organised a Welcome Shops Open Day at Ashfield on Sunday, Inner Western Suburbs Courier, 21 March

A report on coastal inundation by Macquarie University, commissioned by the ICA, says houses within 3km of the coast and less than six metres above sea level are potentially at risk, Tweed Sun, 16 March

The Sudanese Awareness Night in Blacktown featured an exhibition of photos from Macquarie University —Images of the Sudan: From Africa to Australia, Blacktown Advocate, 22 March

Researchers from Macquarie University had suggested sharks be brought in from Western Australia and Africa to breed with local populations to strengthen the gene pool, South Coast Register, 17 March; Southern Courier, 21 March

Campus Living Villages manages accommodation at RMIT in Melbourne and Macquarie University in Sydney, MX Sydney, 23 March

Current UTS student Tania Siratkov would consider transferring to Macquarie University if UTS sold its Lindfield campus, Daily Telegraph, 24 March

Absorb the atmosphere at a tribute to three towering masters of music as the Macquarie Trio entertains you with Bach, Beethoven and Brahms, Courier Mail, 24 March

Liz Lea majored in anthropology at Macquarie University before transferring to dance full-time, training at London Contemporary Dance School, Blue Mountains Gazette, 22 March

Compere John Stanley said there will be an open day on Sunday at Ashfield shops and for more info people can go to the Macquarie University website, Radio 2UE, 24 March

Open Universities Australia is owned by Curtin, Griffith, Macquarie , Monash, RMIT, Swinburne and UniSA Open universities, Australian Financial Review, 27 March

Studying history and politics with Macquarie University, Jane has made online friends by connecting through discussion boards, sharing draft reviews and studying together for exams, Australian Financial Review,
27 March

In the 1960s professors were referred to as 'god professors' and the new universities created in that decade, like Macquarie were constructed to reduce their power—which went to heads of school, Australian Financial Review, 27 March

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POSITIONS VACANT

DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND LIFE SCIENCES
Finance and Facilities Manager
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 20371

This position will play a key role in the management of the Division. The appointee will provide strategic advice to the Dean and Heads of Departments to facilitate financial planning for the Division and its Departments a nd will take a leading role in the development, preparation, maintenance and review of the Division’s budgets. The appointee will also provide operational support to the Dean in the planning and management of resources and facilities.

Essential Selection Criteria: A tertiary qualification in accounting, commerce or business studies or an equivalent combination of skills and experience; demonstrated record of initiative and leadership in financial management; extensive experience in strategic and financial planning and control; extensive experience in budget modelling and analysis as well as in the preparation and monitoring of budgets; high level interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated capacity for managing change; strong commitment to teamwork; high level communication skills, both oral and written; and extensive experience in the use of financial management systems and financial software, including Excel.

Desirable Selection Criteria: Experience in management and administration in the Higher Education sector; and an understanding of government funding for Universities.

Enquiries: Carolynne Paine, Manager HR and Student Administration on (02) 9850 8412 or email cpaine@els.mq.edu.au

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

Package: From $87,724 pa, including base salary (Level 9) from $74,128 to $78,291 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

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

Please visit http://www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date 7 April 2006.

MACQUARIE INTERNATIONAL
Macquarie Abroad
Outbound Program Adviser
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 20002

The appointee will work to a prescribed caseload, provide sound administrative support, advice and client services for the University’s outbound programs, which include various exchange options, travel grants, language programs, study tours, and other mobility programs.

Essential Selection Criteria: Degree or combination of training and substantial relevant work experience; client focus; excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both oral and written; experience in advising students on international study options; cultural understanding and sensitivity; administrative, clerical and computer skills of a high order; ability to prioritise and work as part of a team; initiative and lateral thinking in program development.

Desirable Selection Criteria: Experience working in an international office environment or study overseas; understanding of Australian university systems and procedures.

Enquiries: Ms Claire Morgans, Marketing Assistant (02) 9850 4325, or email claire.morgans@io.mq.edu.au

These positions are available on a full-time (continuing) basis from April 2006 and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package: From $60,899 pa, including (Level 6) base salary $51,460 to $56,393 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

Enterprise Agreement 2003–2006. The successful applicant will subsequently be offered the choice of an Australian Workplace Agreement for this appointment.

Please visit www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date 7 April 2006.

MACQUARIE INTERNATIONAL
Marketing and Recruitment
Senior Regional Recruitment Coordinator
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 19978/19979 (2 Positions)

The appointee will have responsibility for the recruitment of international students to the University in designated countries/regions. The seniority of the role recognises complexities, difficulties or scope of the designated countries/regions, and the extra resources required to successfully manage those.

Essential Selection Criteria: Degree or an equivalent combination of experience and/or training/education; extensive experience in marketing/recruitment role at a higher education institution; demonstrated ability to plan, budget and implement regional marketing strategies with particular reference to relationship marketing; demonstrated ability to effectively represent the University and willingness to travel abroad for extended periods; demonstrated ability to maintain budgetary targets and financial records; understanding of admissions processes and procedures; demonstrated ability to manage staff and lead a team towards set objectives; demonstrated ability to work as part of a team; high level cross-cultural negotiation skills; demonstrated ability to understand and work with different cultures; interpersonal and communication skills of a high order; high level analytical and organisational skills with an ability to prioritise; ability to contribute to the setting of policies, procedures and strategies of the Marketing and Recruitment Team; broad knowledge of the tertiary education sector, particularly international admissions procedures, university structures and relevant government policy.

Desirable Selection Criteria: Postgraduate qualifications; high level understanding of Macquarie University’s overall structure and its courses; knowledge of academic entry requirements to Macquarie University programs for international students; detailed understanding of Macquarie University’s internationalisation strategy.

Enquiries: Ms Melenna Krenmayr, Admissions Systems Manager, Macquarie International on (02) 9850 6306, or email melenna.krenmayr@io.mq.edu.au

These positions are available on a full-time (continuing) basis from April 2006 and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package: From $75,313 pa, including (Level 8) base salary $63,640 to $70,812 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

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

Please visit www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date 7 April 2006.

MACQUARIE INTERNATIONAL
Marketing and Recruitment
Admissions Officer
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 20017 +++ (4 Positions)

The appointee will process applications for admission within a designated regional recruitment market, including assessment of overseas qualifications and applications for academic credit, to produce correspondence and documentation relating to those processes, to maintain the university student records and MI records concerning those applications, and to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external, working in those markets. The incumbent will work with the Regional Recruitment Coordinator and Admissions Team Leader to meet country-specific targets for the recruitment of new international students for each academic intake.

Desirable Selection Criteria: Degree; experience working in an international office environment or study overseas; awareness of Macquarie University’s internationalisation strategy; knowledge of the Australian and foreign educational systems and credentials; knowledge of MU’s general admissions and credit transfer policies, degree rules and structure, progression and graduation rules; knowledge of the comparability of foreign credentials with Australian equivalents, and MU entry requirements; basic knowledge of immigration regulations.

Enquiries: Ms Melenna Krenmayr, Admissions Systems Manager, Macquarie International on (02) 9850 6306 or email melenna.krenmayr@io.mq.edu.au

These positions are available on a full-time (continuing) basis from April 2006 and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

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

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

Please visit www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date 7 April 2006.

MACQUARIE INTERNATIONAL
Marketing and Recruitment
Admissions Team Leader
(Full-time continuing))
Ref. 19995/19996 (2 Positions)

Reporting to a Regional Recruitment Coordinator (RRC), the incumbent will supervise the admissions functions within a designated Regional Recruitment Team, in the recruitment of international students to Macquarie University.

Tasks include monitoring and allocating tasks, managing caseloads, liaison with key stakeholders, and provision of advice and timely reports as required. The incumbent will work closely with the RRC in order to maximize the knowledge, expertise and efficiencies within designated markets and across the functions of the team. The incumbent will also be required to work with the RRC to achieve country-specific targets for the recruitment of new international students for each academic intake.

Essential Selection Criteria: Degree or substantial relevant work experience; client relationship skills and customer focus; proven skills in working effectively with academic departments; cross-cultural skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both oral and written; cultural understanding and sensitivity; administrative and computer skills of a high order, including knowledge of data management and electronic technologies; ability to prioritise and work as part of a team; ability to supervise a small team, including the allocation and management of tasks and caseloads; in-depth knowledge of the Australian and foreign educational systems and credentials; knowledge of MU’s general admissions and credit transfer policies, degree rules and structure, progression and graduation rules; knowledge of the comparability of foreign credentials with Australian equivalents, and MU entry requirements; understanding of the markets in which MI operate; basic knowledge of immigration regulations.

Desirable Selection Criteria: Experience working in an international office environment or study overseas; knowledge of Macquarie University’s internationalisation strategy.

Enquiries: Ms Melenna Krenmayr, Admissions Systems Manager, Macquarie International on (02) 9850 6306, or email melenna.krenmayr@io.mq.edu.au

These positions are available on a full-time (continuing) basis from April 2006 and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection Criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package: From $60,899 pa, including (Level 6) base salary $51,460 to $56,393 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

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

Please visit www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date 7 April 2006.

DIVISION OF HUMANITIES
MIR Administrator
(Part-time casual (2 1/2 days per week))
Ref. 20361

The Politics and International Relations Department is looking to employ a part-time Office Administrator to carry out reception duties, work with postgraduate students and coordinate the development, production and distribution of course marketing material. We are planning brochure, email and internet campaigns.

The ideal candidate for this Level 6 position will be able to work effectively without supervision, be able to handle a range of student inquiries and have strong liaison and organisational skills. You will also have a good understanding of marketing strategies—this would include experience with desktop publishing programs and Dreamweaver—and be able to cope with all the inevitable hassles of production and distribution.

Essential Selection Criteria: A degree with subsequent relevant experience, or extensive experience and specialist expertise; or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields; or a combination of relevant experience and/or education/training (for example TAFE Certificate or Business Diploma) together with extensive relevant work experience; computer skills; Proficiency in Word and desktop publishing programs as well as ability to maintain and modify the Program web site using Dreamweaver.

Desirable Selection Criteria: A proven capacity to exercise a degree of independence and judgment in the performance of work; proficiency in appropriate skills needed to perform the work either by extensive experience or a combination of experience and training, and wide knowledge of relevant policies and procedures; and training and/or specialist expertise gained over an extensive period and considered by the University to be appropriate; proficiency in the University’s database, Student One.

Enquiries: For inquiries about this position contact Raewyn Twynham, Division of Humanities: raewyn.twynham@humn.mq.edu.au

Salary: Level 6 (Casual) hourly rate from $28.1785.

Please visit www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date 7 April 2006.

OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR
Public Relations and Marketing Unit
Events Officer
(Full-time (continuing))
Ref. 18931

The appointee will provide support to the Public Relations and Marketing Unit, in particular for the Manager, Marketing Services in terms of the University’s major events program and the development of events and initiatives to enhance Macquarie’s standing within targeted community groups. The appointee will have responsibility for maintaining, coordinating and further developing existing events-based relationships with targeted community groups and organisations.

Essential Selection Criteria: Skills, knowledge and experience in events coordination; good interpersonal, organisational, communication and time management skills; demonstrated competency in the use of office software; ability to liaise with students and staff at all levels within and outside the University, and the ability to work as part of a team; basic web knowledge; good understanding of the role event management plays in the functions of a public relations and marketing unit.

Desirable Selection Criteria: Tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations or event management; experience in the tertiary education sector; work experience in a large institution with complex internal structure; basic understanding of tertiary education issues; knowledge and appreciation of the position of Macquarie in the community

Enquiries: Michelle Riley on (02) 9850 7465 or email michelle.riley@mq.edu.au

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

Package: From $60,899 pa, including base salary (Level 6) from $51,460 to $56,393 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation.

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

Please visit http://www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date 7 April 2006.

Internal Advertisement

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 SOCIETY, CULTURE, MEDIA AND PHILOSOPHY
Department of International Communication
Personal Assistant
(Part-time (continuing))
Ref. 19774

The appointee will act as Personal Assistant to the Head of Department. The Department offers local and off-shore coursework and research degree programs in media, public affairs and international relations.

Essential Selection Criteria: Relevant tertiary qualifications or an equivalent combination of training and experience; high level of negotiating, interpersonal, cross-cultural and communication skills; sensitivity to the needs of people from a non-English speaking background; sound knowledge of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email; ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks and work as part of a team; ability to quickly acquire knowledge of the Department ’s functions and operations within the Divisional and University administrative structures.

Desirable Selection Criteria: Experience in the management of publications.

Enquiries: Ms Catherine McMahon on email catherine.mcmahon@mq.edu.au or
(02) 9850 8831.

The position is available on a part-time (continuing) basis for 17.5 hours per week, and may be subject to probationary conditions. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

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

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

Please visit http://www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date 7 April 2006.

DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES
Department of Computing
Research Fellow in Algorithmics for Extremely Mobile Wireless Networks
(Level A or B)
(Full-time (fixed-term))
Ref. 20369

The appointee will work at Macquarie University on a project funded by the ARC in collaboration with INRIA, France, on algorithmics for extremely mobile and intermittently connected wireless networks. The applicant will contribute to the design and analysis of algorithms, to the implementation and evaluation of routing protocols, and to the writing of a protocol draft. Applicants should indicate the level at which they are applying or whether they wish to be considered at both levels.

Essential Selection Criteria for Level A: PhD (or submitted) in Computer Science or in cognate area or equivalent; excellent background in an area related to algorithms and complexity, strong background in an area related to wireless networks (in particular Mobile Ad Hoc or Sensor networks); excellent programming skills; familiarity with network simulation tools (such as ns-2); ability to present research results at scientific meetings and to publish in the scientific literature; excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

Additional Essential Selection Criteria for Level B: PhD in a relevant area; at least three years postdoctoral research experience or equivalent in the areas of algorithms and complexity, wireless networks (in particular Mobile Ad Hoc or Sensor networks), information theory; established publication record in these fields.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Bernard Mans on (02) 9850 9574 or bmans@ics.mq.edu.au

The position is available on a full-time (fixed-term) basis for a period of two years, with the possibility of further appointment subject to funding and satisfactory performance. Probationary conditions may apply.

Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package (Level A): From $53,053 pa, including base salary $44,830 to $60,634 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation. An appointee with a PhD will be appointed to a minimum of Point 6 on the salary scale, currently $56,525 pa.

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

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

Please visit http://www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date 21 April 2006.

DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES
Department of Electronics
Research Fellow (Microwave Electronics)
(Full-time (fixed-term))
Ref. 20370

This position is available to work on an ARC supported project on microwave transistor technology. The project involves overcoming transistor performance issues for emerging millimetre-wave applications in collaboration with Mimix Broadband, Inc. This project investigates extracting the best possible linearity and power output from the fabrication process. Another aspect involves research on achieving high linearity over broad bands in transistor circuits for communication applications. The challenge is achieving wide bandwidths with good distortion performance.

Essential Selection Criteria: PhD (or submitted) in Electronic Engineering or cognate area or equivalent; strong background in an area related to microwave transistor modelling or circuit design; familiarity with design tools and measurement equipment; ability to present research results at scientific meetings and to publish in the scientific literature; good written and interpersonal communication skills.

Enquiries: Professor Anthony Parker on (02) 9850 9148 or tonyp@ics.mq.edu.au

The position is available for a period of two years with the possibility of a further year subject to satisfactory performance and funding. Probationary conditions may apply.

Appointees will be given the opportunity to assist with teaching within the department. Selection criteria must be addressed in the application.

Package (Level A): From $53,053 pa, including base salary $44,830 to $60,634 pa, annual leave loading and 17% employer’s superannuation. An appointee with a PhD will be appointed to a minimum of Point 6 on the salary scale, currently $56,525 pa.

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

Please visit http://www.jobs.mq.edu.au to apply online. Closing date 21 April 2006.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a University Policy.

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April

Saturday 1 April

MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE DINNER Keynote speaker: Andrew Wallace-Hadrill (Director of British School at Rome) Curzon Hall. Enquiries and further information: www.ancienthistory.com.au

Sunday 2 April

TRIBUTE CONCERT The Balmain Sinfonia perform a tribute concert for Emeritus Professor Di Yerbury. The soloist will be Carl Schmidt, conducted by Gary Stavrou, performing Weber’s Euryanthe Overture, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8 and Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 1. 2.30pm in the Macquarie Theatre. Tickets: $20 ($15 concession) available from Balmain Sinfonia, PO Box 230, Balmain 2041. Telephone bookings:9810 5080 also at the door if not sold out.

MACQUARIE ANCIENT HISTORY INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE The Cities of Vesuvius. Speakers include: Professor Jean-Paul Descoeudres and Andrew Wallace-Hadrill. Charge: $80/70/60. Bookings essential. 9.00am–5.00pm in X5B. Enquiries: 9850 8833

Tuesday 4 April

MACQUARIE ASIA NETWORK—GLOBAL CHANGES, ASIA RESPONSES SEMINAR SERIES Stories of Stone: Globalisation and Nature Tourism in China and Taiwan. Robert P. Weller (Boston University). All welcome. Light refreshments served. E3A 247. Time: 4.00pm–5.30pm. For further details contact. Adrian Carton on x7041 or adrian.carton@humn.mq.edu.au or Pal Nyiri on x8121 or pal.nyiri@scmp.mq.edu.au

MGSM EXECUTIVE BREAKFAST SERIES How To Kill A Country—Australia's Devastating Trade Deal with the United States. Professor John A Mathews. The Breakfast Series offers ten breakfast briefings that aim to provide managers with insights into current management practice and theory. 7.15am–9.00am, MGSM North Ryde Campus. Bookings and enquiries: Alison Tusler, Event Coordinator, Tel: 9850 6084, Fax: 9850 9022, Email: alison.tusler@mgsm.edu.au For further information: www.mgsm.edu.au/ebs

PICT SEMINAR Cognitive Edge: Making Sense of Complexity. Professor Dave Snowden (founder of the Cynefin Centre for Organizational Complexity and former Director of the IBM Institute for Knowledge Management). Centre for Policing, Intelligence & Counter Terrorism, Level 1, Dow Corning Building 3 Innovation Road, Macquarie University at 3.00pm–5.00pm. Light refreshments will be served. All welcome. RSVP: pict@access.mq.edu.au Further information: Sandra Bilson Operations Manager x4713 sbilson@access.mq.edu.au

Wednesday 5 April

HISTORIES ON WEDNESDAY Monuments and Memory in Early Modern England. Peter Sherlock (History, Melbourne). W6A Room 127 at 12.00 noon–1.15pm. All welcome. For further information contact: Adrian Carton on x7041 or adrian.carton@humn.mq.edu.au

SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF EARLY CHRISTIANITY SEMINAR Pagans and Christians in the Temples of Greece. Dr Tim Gregory. W6A 308 at 7.00pm. $5 members, $7 non members. Enquiries: Margaret Smith x7512 or adhrc@humn.mq.edu.au.

DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE Facilitator and Enquiries: Linda Williamson, x9619, linda.williamson@mq.edu.au 9.30am–4.30pm in E6A 116. Lunch will be provided. To book call CPD on x9721 or email: cpd@mq.edu.au

Thursday 6 April

LAW SEMINAR SERIES PROGRAM Environmental Imperatives in a Globalised World: The Ecological Impact of Liberalising Trade. Professor Michael Jeffery QC (Centre for Environmental Law, Division of Law.) Trevor Martin Moot Court, located in Building W3A Room 328 from 1.00pm–2.00pm with a light lunch preceding the presentations. For information about the seminar series, please contact the convenor Dr Natalie Klein x9931; natalie.klein@law.mq.edu.au

ALUMNI PREMIUM WINE TASTING EVENING Alumni are invited to our wine and cheese evening sponsored by Taylors Wines. No charge, but bookings essential. This event is limited to the first 75 bookings. 6.30pm, Yuga Café and Art Gallery, 172 St John’s Road, Glebe

Friday 7 April

DEPARTMENT OF EARTH & PLANETARY SCIENCES SEMINAR Partial melting of metasediments in the low-P greenschist-granulite transition, Mt Stafford, Central Australia Associate Professor Geoff Clarke ( School of Geosciences, University of Sydney). Chair: Dr Richard Flood 1.05pm in E5A 119.

Saturday 8 April

ASTRONOMY OPEN NIGHT When the Moon Stands Still: Indigenous Astronomy. Ray Norris (Australia Telescope National Facility). Up to 20 telescopes in operation—see moon, planets, stars, nebulae and clusters. Displays of telescopes, books, maps and posters on sale. Food and drinks also available. Cost: $8 adult, $4 child, $20 family. Proceeds go to the Astronomical Observatory and Planetarium at Macquarie University. The evening will not be cancelled because of weather although the telescopes will not be available if cloudy.

Tuesday 11 April

UNISUPER SEMINAR Transition to Retirement. From April 2006, UniSuper is giving members who have reached their preservation age the option to access a superannuation pension income as well as an employment income. This Transition to Retirement scheme is a government initiative that enables you to take some of your super in the form of a non-commutable income stream (a pension that you cannot cash in) without having to retire or finish work. 1.00pm–2.00pm, W5C Room 320. Registration: http://www.unisuper.com.au/resources/seminars.cfm

INTRODUCTION TO THE CONCEPTS AND PROCESSES OF WORK DESIGN 9.30am–5.00pm in the Human Resources Training Room, Mezzanine Level, C4B. Lunch will be provided. Facilitator: Amanda Phillips. To book call CPD on x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au

Wednesday 12 April

HISTORIES ON WEDNESDAY Thinking With History: A Resource for Citizens. John Tosh (Roehampton University, UK). W6A Room 127 at 12.00 noon–1.15pm. All welcome. For further information contact: Adrian Carton on x7041 or adrian.carton@humn.mq.edu.au

MAKING WORK WORK FOR ME AND OTHERS: INFORMATION SESSION 12.00 noon–2.00pm in E6A 116. Lunch will be provided. Facilitator: Linda Williamson. To book call CPD on x9721 or email cpd@mq.edu.au

Wednesday 19 April

WOMEN’S NETWORK INFORMAL LUNCH 12.30pm–1.30pm at the Staff Club, W5A 320. Bookings are essential. Please contact Rebecca Taylor on x9734 or email rebecca.taylor@mq.edu.au if you are attending. Note: Participants are responsible their own lunch.

Friday 21 April

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES 40 TH BIRTHDAY AND GRAND REUNION Current and former staff and postgrads all very welcome. Frank Mercer Biology Garden from 5.00pm–7.00pm. Further details available from roldfield@els.mq.edu.au.

Friday 28 April

MGSM SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME FOR GENERAL STAFF Copies of the guidelines for the Scheme and application forms are available from CPD. For further information, contact Rebecca Taylor, x9734, rebecca.taylor@mq.edu.au or visit: http://www.cpd.mq.edu.au/leadership/award_mgsm.htm Applications must be returned to CPD by Friday 28 April 2006.

May

Wednesday 3 May

HISTORIES ON WEDNESDAY Shopping Centre Development in Sydney since the 1950s: Impact on Local Retailers and Communities. Matt Bailey (History, Macquarie). W6A Room 127 at 12.00 noon–1.15pm. All welcome. For further information contact: Adrian Carton on x7041 or adrian.carton@humn.mq.edu.au

Thursday 4 May

ANTHROPOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Seminars on Post-Socialism 1. Melanie Beresford (Economics, Macquarie) 10.30am Anthropology Seminar Room, 6th floor C3A.

LAW SEMINAR SERIES PROGRAM The Implications for Pacific Indigenous Peoples of the Proposed International Regime on Access and Benefit Sharing of Genetic Resources and Associated Traditional Knowledge. Ms Aroha Te Pareake Mead (Victoria Management School, Victoria University of Wellington and Visiting Research Fellow, Macquarie University). Trevor Martin Moot Court, Building W3A Room 328 from 1.00pm–2.00pm with a light lunch preceding the presentations. For information contact the convenor Dr Natalie Klein x9931; natalie.klein@law.mq.edu.au

Tuesday 9 May

MACQUARIE ASIA NETWORK—GLOBAL CHANGES, ASIA RESPONSES SEMINAR SERIES Vernacular Cosmopolitical Convergences: Gandhi and Ambedka. Debjani Ganguly (Centre for Cross-Cultural Research, ANU). All welcome. Light refreshments served. E3A 247. Time: 4.00pm–5.30pm. For further details contact. Adrian Carton on x7041 or adrian.carton@humn.mq.edu.au or Pal Nyiri on x8121 or pal.nyiri@scmp.mq.edu.au

Wednesday 10 May

HISTORIES ON WEDNESDAY Putting History on Film: Making ‘Pioneers of Love. Julie Nimmo (‘Message Stick’, ABC-TV). W6A Room 127 at 12.00 noon–1.15pm. All welcome. Contact: Michelle Arrow x8840 email: michelle.arrow@humn.mq.edu.au

Thursday 11 May

SOCIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Shadows of the Invisible World: Swedenborg, Mesmer and the Spiritualist Sciences. Joan Kirkby, (Critical and Cultural Studies, Macquarie University). 3.00pm–5.00pm in C3B 501A. All welcome. Drinks and nibbles follow. Further enquiries: Shaun Wilson x8074, Sean Scalmer x8069.

ANTHROPOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Multi-Faceted Resistance: An Anthropology of Joke-telling in Enver Hoxha's Albania. Shannon Woodcock (History, Sydney). Seminars on Post-Socialism 2. 10.30am Anthropology Seminar Room, 6th floor C3A.

Tuesday 16 May

MGSM EXECUTIVE BREAKFAST SERIES Measuring the Value of Intangible Assets . Dr Richard Petty. The Breakfast Series offers ten breakfast briefings that aim to provide managers with insights into current management practice and theory. 7.15am–9.00am, MGSM North Ryde Campus. Bookings and enquiries: Alison Tusler, Event Coordinator, Tel: 9850 6084, Fax: 9850 9022, Email: alison.tusler@mgsm.edu.au For further information: www.mgsm.edu.au/ebs

Thursday 18 May

SOCIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Adulthood and Social Recognition. Harry Blatterer, (Sociology, UNSW/Macquarie) 3.00pm–5.00pm in C3B 501A. All welcome. Drinks and nibbles follow. Further enquiries: Shaun Wilson x8074, Sean Scalmer x8069.

LAW SEMINAR SERIES PROGRAM Globalisation, Clinical Trials and Developing World Subjects: The (Ir)relevance of International Law. Mr George F. Tomossy (Department of Law, Division of Law). Trevor Martin Moot Court, Building W3A Room 328 from 1.00pm–2.00pm with a light lunch preceding the presentations. For information contact the convenor Dr Natalie Klein x9931; natalie.klein@law.mq.edu.au

Wednesday 24 May

HISTORIES ON WEDNESDAY Putting History on Film: ‘Who’s Talking?’. Tom Murray (Independent Film Maker). W6A Room 127 at 12.00 noon–1.15pm. All welcome. Contact: Michelle Arrow x8840 email: michelle.arrow@humn.mq.edu.au

Thursday 25 May

SOCIOLOGY COLLOQUIUM TechnoFeminism: Gender Relations in a Wireless World. Judy Wajcman, (Sociology, RSSS, ANU) 3.00–5.00pm in C3B 501A. All welcome. Drinks and nibbles follow. Further enquiries: Shaun Wilson x8074, Sean Scalmer x8069.

ANTHROPOLOGY COLLOQUIUM Purity and Immortality: White Racism in Russia. Sebastian Job (Sydney). Seminars on Post-Socialism 3. 10.30am Anthropology Seminar Room, 6 th floor C3A

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Wednesday 31 May

HISTORIES ON WEDNESDAY Do They Miss Me At Home? Nostalgia and the Disputed Role of Emotions in the American Civil War. Frances Clarke (History, Sydney). W6A Room 127 at 12.00 noon–1.15pm. All welcome. For further information contact: Adrian Carton on x7041 or adrian.carton@humn.mq.edu.au

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