Number 20/97 21 November 1997
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MACQUARIE'S
MARS CREEK
TO
BE FEATURED IN 1998
DURING
NATIONAL SCIENCE WEEK
A nature trail is to be developed along Mars Creek, down from Epping Road, with funding from the Department of Industry, Science and Tourism. This project is one of only forty to be funded around Australia for launching in National Science Week next May.
National Science Week is a new, annual celebration of Australian Science. It is a joint effort of DIST, the ABC and the Australian Science Teachers Association to raise the profile and status of science, engineering and technology. The theme for the week from 2 to 10 May 1998 will be There is Science in Everything.
Data gained from student projects will be used in the signage along the nature trail. For instance, students from BIOL343 have been surveying the insects along Mars Creek each year. Applied Geomorphology students (GEOS398) have been working on the catchment this year.
Are there any other studies of which we are not aware? It would be helpful to know some of the local history and conditions such as the following:
Hatch Stokes
Head of Biological Sciences
END OF YEAR IS NEAR!
Staff News is published fortnightly during the academic year, and this issue is the last for 1997. Thanks to our contributors for their timely supply of copy during the year.
The first Staff News for 1998 will be published on 20 February, after a copy deadline of 16 February. Please note that contact telephone, fax and e-mail information appears right at the end of every Staff News, following the Diary. All issues for 1997 have been archived on the Web and may be viewed by clicking on the date list from the "back issues" link at the top of Staff News on the Web.
We wish you a pleasant and productive summer, and a pleasant, safe, and convivial Christmas season.
The Editor
MACQUARIE'S VICE-CHANCELLOR ON AVCC BOARD FOR 1998-99
At a recent ballot for membership of the Board of Directors of the Australian Vice-Chancellors' Committee (AVCC), Professor Di Yerbury, Vice-Chancellor of Macquarie University, was one of three vice-chancellors who won membership of the Board. The other two new members for 1998-99 are Professor Deane Terrell (ANU) and Professor Geoff Wilson (Deakin).
Board members for 1998 also include President: John Niland (UNSW); Vice-President: Ian Chubb (Flinders); Immediate Past President: Don McNicol (Tasmania) (current President Professor Fay Gale is retiring); President AHEIA: Cliff Blake (CSU); Dennis Gibson (QUT); and Michael Osborne (La Trobe).
SURVEY OF STAFF NEWS READERS
The Publications Unit received 92 responses to the Survey on Staff News Formats that was attached to the Staff News of 12 September 1997 (on a blue sheet for the printed copy). Most of the respondents (90) said that they read Staff News fairly regularly.
Sixty-eight of the 92 respondents (74%) said that they had never opened Staff News on the Net. Of those who had opened it on the Net, only two said that they mostly read the electronic version. Eight respondents had opened Staff News on the Net only once, and 11 said that they opened it on the Net occasionally. We learned of one Net reader in the USA.
(In a University where e-mail seems now to be much used, this level of attachment to the printed copy surprised your editor!)
Many favourable comments about the content/general format of Staff News were made, for which we thank you! People said that they look forward to its arrival; some said the content was "informative," "useful," "interesting" and "varied." Only one unfavourable comment was received.
A number of respondents suggested that each fortnight when Staff News goes up on the Web, an e-mail should be sent to "everyone" to alert people that it is there; they said that if they had to rely on the web copy they would otherwise forget to read it. Many said that the hard copy "arrives" and thus receives their attention.
In spring 1998, we will circulate the questionnaire again and see what difference a year makes!
The Editor
RELOCATION FOR SECURITY
On Friday 28 November the Security Office, currently situated on Level 2 of the Council Building, will be relocated to Building C1A (the old Central Thermal Plant) off University Avenue.
During the week 21 to 28 November small moves will take place to facilitate the final change-over of alarms on 28 November.
Telephone numbers will remain the same: x9999 Emergency only; and x7112 and x7164 for general Enquiries. These phones are staffed 24 hours per day.
Vehicle access to the new office is via University Avenue and pedestrians should enter via Macquarie Drive.
The Buildings and Grounds Office apologises for any inconvenience that may arise during this relocation. For further enquiries or information, please contact Bob Dickson, Manager, Security and Attendant Services on x7162.
Robert Kelly
Director, Buildings and Grounds
BOOK LAUNCH TO
FOLLOW
PROFESSORIAL
DIALOGUE
The 8th volume of New Documents Illustrating Early Christianity, published jointly by the Ancient History Documentary Research Centre and Eardmans Publishing Co (Michigan US and Cambridge UK) and edited by Macquarie University Research Fellow Stephen Llewelyn, will be launched by Professor Di Yerbury on Tuesday 25 November. Highlights of the volume include items on slavery and taxation in the New Testament period.
The launch will follow a Dialogue - Conversion Ancient and Modern - between Emeritus Professor Edwin Judge and Professor Deryck Schreuder in Building X5B 321 commencing at 7.30pm on Tuesday.
Edwin Judge has been researching and publishing for twenty-seven years at Macquarie on the original documentation concerning the conversion of the Roman Empire to Christianity in the first five centuries AD. Professor Deryck Schreuder (former Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) at Macquarie, now Vice-Chancellor elect at the University of Western Australia), has researched and published extensively on the question of conversion in modern Southern Africa. This Dialogue will set the ancient and modern alongside one another to see if any common methodological issues emerge.
The Dialogue and book launch are sponsored by the Society for the Study of Early Christianity. Cost: $10 (staff/students), $12 (others). Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512, Alanna Nobbs x8844, Anne Irish x8833.
AUDIOVISUAL SERVICES
OFFERED IN LECTURE
THEATRES
AND CLASSROOMS
IN 1998
The following changes in audiovisual support in lecture theatres and classrooms will be introduced with effect from first semester 1998. Our intention is to maintain, and where possible improve, the quality of audiovisual services and technical support, while adjusting to the implications of reduced budgets and falling staff numbers.
1. Each lecture theatre and classroom in the central accommodation pool (CAP) will be progressively fitted with a PABX house phone with direct links to technical assistance (Audiovisual Services staff in the Centre for Flexible Learning, OCS Helpdesk).
2. Each lecture theatre and classroom in the CAP will continue to be fitted with standard audiovisual equipment; the equipment for each theatre and classroom is listed at http://www.cfl.mq.edu.au/cfl/service/cflfacil.html
Any additional audiovisual equipment required for a particular class must be collected from and returned to Audiovisual Services in W6B 233 or W5C 319 between 8.30am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday; equipment may also be borrowed from E6A 136 by prior arrangement.
This arrangement is already in place for the use of portable televideos, data projectors and ghetto blasters. It will now also apply to slide projectors (other than those installed in lecture theatre bio boxes), additional overhead projectors, screens, and portable PA systems.
Note that Audiovisual Services' staff will still be available to load slides in theatre bio boxes, provided they are given slides in advance.
3. Following refurbishment over the summer, Mason Theatre (E7B T1) will be equipped with a video/data projector, VCR and computer.
4. A new, high-quality video/data projector will be installed in Macquarie Theatre as soon as funds permit.
5. The audiovisual control room in E7B 262 will not be staffed, although its technical capacity will be maintained. The consequences of this are:
7. Audiovisual Services is responsible for maintaining audiovisual equipment in all lecture theatres and CAP classrooms. However, it is unable to maintain equipment in non-CAP classrooms, except on a fee-for-service basis and as other commitments permit.
Please direct any technical enquiries or bookings to Peter Kinna, Manager, Audiovisual Services (x7578). Any policy issues should be referred to David Rich, Director, Centre for Flexible Learning (x8390).
David Rich
Centre for Flexible Learning
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WEST REPORT: AVCC
URGES
TIME TO CONSIDER
In a recent media release, the Australian Vice-Chancellors' Committee (AVCC) welcomed the West Committee discussion paper as a thoughtful treatment of long term issues in higher education, but warned that the Committee may be putting too much faith in market driven solutions to the challenges facing the sector.
AVCC President Professor Fay Gale supported its proposal for expanded access and the universal provision of HECS-type income-contingent loans for students as a means for minimising income barriers to higher education. The AVCC also supported the paper's recognition that the "public good" which universities provide is substantial and that this warrants a continuing and substantial level of public investment in our universities; a level which it suggests, echoing the view of the AVCC, may be insufficient at current levels. The West Committee's support for greater incentives for private funding was also welcome, and the AVCC noted the West Committee's description of the international context of the challenges facing Australia's higher education and the need for our universities to be competitive in global terms and not insular.
Professor Gale said the paper raised many issues which the AVCC would not comment on immediately without proper assessment of all the possibilities raised. The AVCC welcomed a process of open debate over the next few months and urged that the time for consultation be extended beyond 5 December.
VACATION CARE FOR SCHOOL KIDS
The Macquarie University Vacation Play Centre will be open in December/January as follows:
Mon 22, Tues 23 and
Wed 24 December 1997; and
Fri 2 January to Tuesday 27 January
1998
Opening hours will be 8:30am to 5:00pm, with an extra hour of care from 5:00 to 6:00pm available at extra cost.
The Centre is based in Cottage F2 (near Buildings & Grounds) and is designed for primary-school-aged children. A range of activities using the facilities available on campus and at Macquarie Centre are chosen by the participants. Activities may include ice-skating, bowling, rock climbing, movies, museum visits and other outings.
The cost is $12/day ($10/day for the second and subsequent children from the same family). The extra hour of care from 5:00 to 6:00pm is available at $4/child for all or part of this hour (and $6 for two or more children from the same family). All children present after 5:00pm will automatically be charged for the extra hour of care.
Half-day enrolments (8:30am-12:45pm or 12:45-5.00pm) are available when activities permit. Parents are asked to negotiate this with the vacation care staff. The fee for half-day care is $8 ($6 for second and subsequent children from the same family). The Centre is registered with the Commonwealth Childcare Rebate Scheme, so fee rebates can be claimed from Medicare.
Enrolments can be made by completing the form which is available at the Credit Union. A $10 deposit (payable at the Credit Union) is due for families not previously registered. The Macquarie University Vacation Play Centre is a non profit Co-operative of staff members. For further information please contact: Ros Taplin on x8398, Warren Kett on x8325, or Brenda (after hours) on 9708 1361 or 017 941 587.
BANKSIA CHILD CARE ON CAMPUS
Banksia Cottage is a fully accredited and licensed child care centre located on campus. It is now licensed for 90 places and accepts children ranging in age from 3 months to 5 years. Preference is given to the children of members of staff at Macquarie, and limited vacancies are still available for 1998.
The Centre is open Monday to Friday from 8.00am to 6.15pm for 48 weeks per year and has trained staff and qualified nurses to care for the children. Nutritious food and drinks are provided in the spacious, friendly and safe indoor/outdoor environment. Educational games and activities are conducted using the purpose built facilities and equipment. The children are busy, happy and stimulated. Rates are competitive.
To discuss your child's needs, contact the Director of Banksia Cottage, Caroline Brigden, on x7781 or fax x9393.
DONATE TO CHRISTMAS HAMPER
It is not too late to contribute to the Christmas Hamper for the Salvation Army. If you wish to give goods for this hamper, you can leave your donation at the Personnel Office C4B Level 1. Please do not include perishable foods. Enquiries: Pam Balzan, x9769.
COMMUTING FROM TURRAMURRA TO THE UNIVERSITY?
There is a new way to get to the University! The RTA-funded cycle and walking track joining Kissing Point Road, South Turramurra to Vimiera Road, Marsfield is now complete. Bush regeneration work on the disturbed areas either side of the 3m wide path will continue for some months.
If you live in South Turramurra, then walking through the valley is a very pleasant and peaceful alternative to the drive in traffic. It is just a 10-minute walk from one side to the other.
For those a little further away cycling really is a viable way to commute and even people of average fitness will easily beat car travel times. It is a very direct 6.3km from Turramurra Station to the Culloden Road gate of the University. It is mostly downhill coming south so it takes only 15 minutes, not counting the traffic lights at the Comenarra Parkway. Going north and uphill 20 minutes will see you at the highway. Add a further 5 minutes to cycle across the campus and that is your total travel time.
The route does have quite a few hills in it, but fit people with ten-geared bikes or almost anyone riding a mountain bike will not have too much trouble. If you cycle that far, the steepest section is on Kissing Point Road right up near the Pacific Highway where you may have to walk on the footpath. Remember that if you regularly cycle you will improve your fitness, save your gymnasium fees, save petrol and parking money and be reducing greenhouse gases and traffic congestion.
When parking your bicycle on campus you will need a good quality lock because there have been many bicycle thefts.
Why not have a look at the new route and tell all your friends? If you want more information about the cycle path, or other routes such as to Eastwood or Epping Stations or about cycling in general contact Doug Stewart in Financial Services on x9718.
CHRISTMAS AT THE COURTVIEW
A delicious new Christmas Menu will be launched at the Courtview Restaurant on Monday 1 December, and you can pop over for a festive lunch. (Bookings are essential.)
Some of Mark's yummy creations will be Caesar salad with lemon and herb crust; Moroccan chicken and garlic infused bruschetta; slow cooked turkey breast on shitake mushrooms and chestnut risotto served with sweet cranberry and mango chutney; and individual steamed Christmas puddings with custard and cream.
For your information, the Courtview will be closed from 25 December 1997 and will be reopening on 16 February 1998 at 10.00am for morning tea, and lunch from 12.00 to 2.00pm.
We would like to wish all our customers a Merry Christmas and a happy and safe New Year and thank them for their patronage this year.
Mark, Lyn, Heather and Rosalie
Courtview, University Union
GIFTS FOR CHRISTMAS
OR ANY TIME!
It's that time of the year again - that frenzied hunt through the shops for the right present for the special someone/s in your life. There are a number of solutions at hand right here on campus and not only will you be purchasing a gift that will be highly appreciated, but you will also be assisting current University students through The Macquarie Foundation.
A new gift idea in the "Sirius Collection" of University mementos is a gold plated business card holder trimmed with black Italian kid - in a black gift box - $45.
Another idea is a mobile phone with new attractive offers available for the Macquarie community, such as the Ericsson GA628 at $49 or the Nokia 3810 at $149, plus an 18 month agreement on Firstplan 60 for these, which includes $40 worth of prepaid calls per month. The offer includes free connection (normally $65), flat call rate 19c/30sec, free paging trial. Other popular handsets and access plans are also available.
Further enquiries about gifts and mobile phone offers should be directed to Sandra Lamaro, phone: x7311, fax: x9478, e-mail: graduate.affairs@mq.edu.au, URL www.sirius.mq.edu.au
KEEP IN TOUCH:
SIRIUS ONLINE
http://www.sirius.mq.edu.au
As the alumni website is being developed, we are conscious of keeping the Macquarie community informed about news and events that might be of interest over the next several months. To this end we plan to maintain a list of events - academic and otherwise - and would encourage you to visit the website and provide any feedback you consider appropriate.
Additionally if you have any news or event that requires publicity in the Macquarie community beyond the campus, we would be pleased to include it in our listing. Sirius Online is now available to over 50,000 members of the Macquarie Convocation community (including alumni and members of University staff). If you would like to submit an item of news or an event, go to http://www.sirius.mq.edu.au/events and fill out the online form. For further enquiries please contact Sandra Lamaro, Executive Officer on x7311, fax: x9478, or e-mail: slamaro@remus.reg.mq.edu.au.
MANAGEMENT REQUIRED FOR NEW HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES REGULATION
The Occupational Health and Safety (Hazardous Substances) Regulation 1996 will take full effect on 12 July 1998. Based on a contemporary risk management approach, the new regulation imposes obligations on suppliers, employers and employees; outlines the general responsibilities; and outlines a process of controlling risks from hazardous substances used at work.
Note: This regulation does not cover all chemical substances; it governs the rules for the use of designated hazardous substances in a workplace [Worksafe. List of Designated Hazardous Substances. National Occupational Health and Safety Commission/Australian Government Printing Service, Canberra, March 1994 (NOHSC: 10005)]. A searchable database is available at http://www.worksafe.gov.au/worksafe/wsa/wksafe22.htm.
For this process to work properly, Schools and certain Offices of the University using hazardous substances must implement a coherent and comprehensive management program.
1. first, find out how many hazardous substances are being used, and where: Schools/Offices need to take an Inventory of all chemicals on their premises;
2. gather information such as MSDSs of the hazardous substances used and produce a Hazardous Substances Register;
3. from the information obtained in (1.) and (2.) above, make assessments of how the hazardous substances are used in practice in the workplace, and what level of exposure of employees/students there is or could be; therefore, Risk Assessments must be done. Risk assessments must be done for every research project and for the experiments in teaching labs;
4. decide what control measures will be necessary e.g. substitution (different form of substances), improved process control, exhaust ventilation etc. and inform, instruct, train and supervise all staff and students who need to know about hazards and the precautions for the hazardous substances used.
5. determine whether some form of health/medical surveillance is required;
6. keep up-to-date with all of the above information on workplace substances.
Assistance with the implementation of the regulation may be obtained from the Occupational Health and Safety Officer, x9723.
Ugo Cernot
OH&S Officer
SESSIONAL TEACHING AT SIBT 1998
Sydney Institute of Business and Technology (SIBT) is updating eligibility lists, and is seeking expressions of interest from University staff to teach the following units on campus in the Diplomas of Commerce and Computer Science in 1998:
ECON 110, 111; ACST 101; STAT 170; COMP 123; COMP 124; COMP 125; MATH 130; MATH 135; ELEC 190 EAP 100; CUL 100.
By agreement with the University, academic staff may teach on the SIBT programs on a casual basis with the approval of the Head of School. Semester 1 dates are March 2 to June 5 1998.
The following hourly rates apply for teaching at SIBT, plus the required superannuation contribution:
Lecture: $109.16
Tutorial: $53.61
Further information can be obtained from Andrew Dawkins x6233 or e mail: adawkins@sibt.nsw.edu.au.
POSITION AVAILABLE AT SIBT FOR STUDENT ADVISER
Sydney Institute of Business and Technology (SIBT) is seeking to appoint a student adviser and activities officer to work 20 hours per week with students enrolled in the Advanced Certificate and Diploma courses on campus. The position will involve on-going general student advising on academic and study issues; provision of a cultural orientation and study program; organising weekly student activities; referral of students to Macquarie University professional services where appropriate; liaison with the University Union and Sports Association; organisation of the semester orientation programs and assistance with student airport reception, accommodation or homestay requests.
Candidates should possess appropriate qualifications in counselling or psychology, and have experience in a similar position, preferably with international students in a tertiary environment. Salary will be pro rata, commensurate with Macquarie University General Staff Agreement Level 6. Enquiries should be directed to Ms Janine Grey x6232.
AVCC SEEKS EDUCATION POLICY AND CO-ORDINATION DIRECTOR
The Australian Vice-Chancellors' Committee (AVCC) is looking for a suitable person to be responsible for education policy development and policy co-ordination in Canberra ($73,266). The position is responsible to the Executive Director for developing policy and providing advice in relation to universities' teaching and learning responsibilities, and on students and staff policy issues (excluding industrial relations). It is also responsible for major policy co-ordination and development tasks within the Secretariat. The appointment will be for a period of three years with the possibility for an extension.
The successful applicant will have analytical and communications skills of a high order and preferably extensive knowledge of the Australian higher education system. He or she will have the capacity to work co-operatively with others in the university sector. The Accountability Statement and Selection Criteria and the Duty Statement for the position may be obtained by contacting Ms Karen Buckley (02) 6285 8203 or e-mail k.buckley@avcc.edu.au or via the AVCC website at http://www.avcc.edu.au. For further information contact Ms Helen Fullgrabe (02) 6285 8208 or email h.fullgrabe@avcc.edu.au. Applications close on Wednesday, 3 December 1997.
RESEARCH
OFFICE NEWS
http://www.ro.mq.edu.au
New Research Office Staff
The Research Office has two new staff members: Mira Junge and Tim Harris. Mira joined us on 3 November as Assistant Research Grants Officer, and Tim commenced on 17 November as Assistant Research Database Officer. Their arrival is most welcome, and we look forward to making even better the service the Research Office provides to the University community.
Macquarie University Research Fellowships Scheme
The University's Research Committee met recently to consider shortlisted applications received under the 1998 Scheme. Four awards were recommended, and a further eight applicants were placed on a ranked reserve list. If the first four candidates accept their offers of award, two Fellowships will go to the School of History, Philosophy and Politics, one to the School of English, Linguistics and Media, and one to the School of Behavioural Sciences.
ARC Large Grants Scheme and Research Fellowships Scheme - 1998
At the time of writing, results of these Schemes still were not available. Disturbing advice via the grapevine which supposedly originated in DEETYA is that they will not be announced until the first week in December. However, informal advice from Canberra indicates that this is a worst case scenario.
ARC Large Grants Scheme and Research Fellowships Scheme - 1999
It seems a bit ridiculous to be reminding people about the 1999 Schemes when the results for the 1998 ones are not yet available. However, as this is the last Staff News for the year, we thought it timely to set people thinking about their applications for the next Round. The closing date with DEETYA is always 1 March, but the real closing date with the Research Office will be mid-February for both Large Grants and Fellowships. Guidelines and applications forms are not yet available, but DEETYA has promised these for the end of November. They will be available from the Research Office and on the Web. As soon as they have been released we will let you know via e-mail.
Briefing Session on 1999 ARC Large Grants and Fellowships Scheme
Research Office staff will run a briefing session on the above Schemes following their attendance at this year's ARC/DEETYA Conference on Research Administration, to be held in Canberra at the end of November. The briefing session will be held on Friday 12 December 1997 from 11.00am to 1.00pm. It is intended that the first hour will be a general briefing, and that for the second hour the group will be split into two - Social Sciences and Humanities, and Sciences - for specialised information. Details of the venues for these sessions will be announced shortly via e-mail.
Techno-Growth House (TGH)
Need a temporary home base in Japan? THG is a new facility open to researchers abroad to stay in the Tsukuba Research Center of the Agency of Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) in Japan. TGH is located within walking distance of eight AIST research institutes. It provides offices equipped with Internet-accessible computer terminals, telephones and fax machines, and accommodation at very moderate charges at the AIST Guest House. For further information, please consult the TGH Web page at http://www.aist.go.jp/TGHhomepage/
Season's Greetings
Professor Peter Bergquist, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), and the staff of the Research Office wish everyone at the University a safe and merry Christmas, and a happy New Year. We look forward to continuing our service to the University community in 1998.
CHEPD
News
http://www.chepd.mq.edu.au
Enrolments in CHEPD Certificate Due
It is now time to enrol in the CHEPD Certificate in Higher Education for 1998. Staff can enrol in either Learning and Teaching or Leadership and Management, or may enrol in units from both strands. Check the CHEPD Certificate Information Booklet for further details. Copies of the booklet and Application Forms have been sent to Schools and Offices for all staff.
Please note that, now that the CHEPD Certificate in Higher Education has been running for over three years, CHEPD has revised and streamlined the program as from 1998. Three comprehensive units are now being offered in each strand, replacing the earlier four units. The new Certificate units are listed below.
Learning and Teaching Strand:
LT1. Learning and Teaching in Higher
Education
LT2. Teaching and Evaluation in Different
Contexts in Higher Education
LT3. Curriculum Design, Development
and Assessment in Higher Education
Leadership and Management Strand
LM1. Governance, Structure and Organisation
in Higher Education
LM2. Strategic Dimensions of Leadership/Management
in Higher Education
LM3. Operational Dimensions of Leadership/Management
in Higher Education.
Enquiries: about the Learning and Teaching strand, contact Moya Adams, x8446; about the Leadership and Management strand, contact Stephen Marshall, x9795; about enrolment, contact Lyn Hammett, x9779.
Applications are due by 28 November 1997.
Macquarie University Flagship Scheme: Information Session
This Scheme aims to promote long-term improvements in teaching and learning that will enable Schools and discipline areas:
There will be a two-stage selection process. Stage 1 is to provide an expression of interest, from which suitable proposals will be shortlisted, and applicants on the short list will be invited to proceed to Stage 2.
Two information sessions on the Flagships Stage 1 will be held:
1. Changes to the Flagships Scheme, the application procedures and qualities of successful grants
Date: Thursday 11 December
Time: 1.00 - 2.00pm
Place: E6A 116
2. Critiquing your drafts, whatever stage they may be at, providing advice and clarification
Date: Wednesday 21 January
Time: 1.00 - 2.00pm
Place: E6A 116
Guidelines are available from CHEPD or from our homepage at:
http://www.chepd.mq.edu.au/chepd/grants/flag98.html Enquiries: Lyn Hammett, x9721 or email: lyn.hammett@mq.edu.au
The closing date for Stage 1 expressions of interest is Friday 30 January 1998.
MACQUARIE IN THE MEDIA
If you wish to be included in the next Staff News media listing, please forward details of any media interviews to Kyla Slaven in the Public Relations Unit on x7456 or by e-mail to xpertnet@ocs1.ocs.mq.edu.au. Please let us know particularly about television and radio appearances.
Associate Professor John Antill (Behavioural Sciences): Obituary written by Associate Professor Rod Power (Behavioural Sciences) praising John Antill's academic career, particularly his pioneering work on measuring attitudes to sex roles, The Australian, 13 November.
Dr Denis Byrne (Research Director, National Acoustic Laboratories, visiting): Presenting the University with fifty years worth of research into Australian hearing at the opening of the Audiology and Speech Pathology Clinic, Northern District Times, 5 November; Northern District Times, 12 November.
Dr Naren Chitty (Director International Communications Program): Diplomatic row over the US Government wanting to use the Radio Australia transmitter to broadcast Radio Free Asia, 2SER Undercurrents, 3 November.
Associate Professor John Croucher (Economic and Financial Studies): Discussion of his book Exam Scams, Sunday Telegraph, 26 October; 2UE Alan Jones, 27 October, 5AN Julia Lister, 5 November; Melbourne Herald Sun, October. Reviews of his book Great Frauds and Everyday Scams, Australian Bookseller and Publishing, July; West Australian, 17 September; People, 24 September. Picking the winner of the Melbourne Cup, ABC Radio Canberra, 4 November.
Dr Christine Everingham (Behavioural Sciences): The politics of "community consultation", 2SER-FM Mutiny, 10 November.
Mr Patrick Fuery (English, Linguistics and Media): The primal scene, ABC Radio JJJ, 13 November.
Dr Brian Holbeche (Modern Languages): Election as head of the School of Modern Languages, Campus Review, 12 November.
Professor Sam Lieu (History, Philosophy and Politics): Profile of the Professor and his project aiming to publish unearthed Manichean texts from Egypt and the old Silk Road in central Asia, The Australian, 12 November.
Ms Catharine Lumby (English, Linguistics and Media): Pleasure and the marketing and proliferation of fat-free products, Sydney Morning Herald, 7 November.
Mr Dennis Roberts (MBA student, Graduate School of Management): An investigation of racing syndicates, Australian Financial Review, 7 November.
Professor Robert Springborg (History, Philosophy and Politics): Gerald Henderson surveys public comments made by Professor Springborg about the gulf War and the on-going conflict between the US and Iraq, Sydney Morning Herald, 8 November.
Professor Malcolm Walter (Earth Sciences): Exploration on Mars, Today, Channel 9, 7 November.
Mr Ken Wark (English, Linguistics and Media): Aboriginal justice, native title and the French theorist Jacques Derrida, Sydney Morning Herald, 12 November.
Professor Di Yerbury (Vice-Chancellor): A potential nominee in the National Trust-sponsored search for "Living National Treasures", Sydney Morning Herald, 7 November.
Special Issues and Events
Macquarie Dictionary: Launch of the third edition of the Macquarie Dictionary, Sydney Morning Herald, 6 November; Northern Herald, 6 November; ABC Radio 2BL, 12 November. Pronouncing the letter "H", Sydney Morning Herald, 7 November. The definition of "fellow", Sydney Morning Herald, 10 November. Pronunciation of "controversy", The Australian, 10 November.
Style Council 1997 (National Dictionary Research Centre): Preview of this year's Style Council on the language of the media. with Andrew McCormick (Chief subtitler, SBS), Kim Lockwood (Editorial Training Manager, Herald and Weekly Times), 2SER Media Magazine, 15 November.
Australian Learners Dictionary (National Centre for English Language Teaching and Research): Praising the development of a dictionary for migrants learning English in Australia, Sydney morning Herald, 8 November.
Native Title Debate: Federal Special Minister for State Senator Nick Minchin and Shadow Federal Aboriginal Affairs Minister Daryl Melham debated the Native Title Act in an open forum at Macquarie, Northern District Times, 12 November.
Property Holdings and Universities: The widening gap between universities is reflected in their different investment portfolios. Macquarie is one of the middle aged universities with few property investments, The Australian, 7 November.
Macquarie Drinkers: Drinkers at the Macquarie Union bar took part in research by the Roads and Traffic Authority's DrinkCheck program, Northern District Times, 12 November.
Royal Tennis Court: The seven hundred year old French game of Royal Tennis opens its first NSW court at Macquarie, Australian Financial Review, 7 November.
Staying in a Bad Marriage: Research by psychologists at Macquarie demonstrated no difference in the emotional health of children from divorced or non-divorced families, Sydney Morning Herald, 8 November.
Constitutional Convention: A group of people from John Langmore College are on the NSW ballot for the Constitutional Convention, Australian Financial Review, 11 November.
University Enrolment by TAFE Students: Research conducted by the Department of Employment, Education, Training and Youth Affairs shows a recent decline in the number of TAFE-qualified applicants to universities in NSW and the ACT. Macquarie contributed in detail to the research, The Australian, 12 November.
Degree in Business, Hospitality and Tourism: Macquarie and the International College of Tourism and Hotel Management launch degree in business, hospitality and tourism, The Australian, 12 November.
Bridging Courses: Macquarie offers bridging programs in mathematics and other disciplines, Daily Telegraph, 13 November.
Educational Products and Support on NSW Net: A Shell Harbour councillor commented on the prospect of Macquarie and the State Library of NSW putting information about their educational and support services on the NSW Net for students using the Shell Harbour library, Illawarra Mercury, 13 November.
CONFERENCES
6th
National Women and Labour Conference
28 to 30 November
1997, Deakin University (Geelong)
The theme of this conference is Feminist Social Change Across the Generations: Diversity, Power, Communication, Strategies for Change. The conference is about all the work/labour that all women do in all spheres of life. Keynote speakers include Joan Kirner, Margot Oliver, Zelda d'Aprano, Carmen Lawrence, Maria Dimopoulous, Eva Cox, Dorothy McRae McMahon and others. Registration: $180 (concession $90) day rate $60/30. Send cheque to 6th Women and Labour Conference, AWORC, Deakin University, Geelong Vic 3217. Enquiries: tel: 03 5227 2597, fax: 035227 2018, e-mail: aworc@deakin.edu.au.
SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS
MONASH UNIVERSITY CHURCHILL FELLOWSHIPS
The Churchill Trust is calling for applicants from the field of university management for Churchill Fellowships. Monash University is sponsoring a Fellowship offering about three months overseas travel, fares, fees, living allowance - average value about $14,500. All Australians over 18 eligible - no formal qualifications required. For information book and application forms send SSAE to Application Forms, Winston Churchill Memorial Trust, 218 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon ACT 2612. Enquiries: tel: 02 6247 8333. Internet: http//cibc.com.au/new/134
THE AUSTRALIAN
FEDERATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN (AFUW)
FELLOWSHIPS AND
BURSARIES
An information booklet has been supplied detailing the fellowships and bursaries available through AFUW and its State and Territory Associations. Approximately $150,000 is now awarded annually to assist women in tertiary education. Several copies of the booklet are available for reference in the Postgraduate Studies Section (Level 1, Council Building).
JEAN GILMORE BURSARY
THENIE BADDAMS
BURSARY
AFUW-SA TRUST
FUND BURSARY
The above awards are open to women of academic merit to assist with study or research towards a Masters or PhD degree. There is no restriction on field of study. Applicants must be enrolled at an Australian institution. The AFUW-SA Trust Fund Bursary is for women undertaking a Master by degree coursework, the other two are for women doing postgraduate degrees by research. Applicants for research degrees must have completed one year of postgraduate research not including an Honours year. Further information and application form available from the Postgraduate Studies Section (Level 1, Council Building). Closing Date: 1 March 1998
CSIRO DIVISION
OF MARINE RESEARCH
SUPPLEMENTARY
PHD AWARDS
CSIRO Division of Marine Research is offering supplementary awards to students holding an Australian Postgraduate Award with Stipend (or similar scholarship) with a value of $8,000 pa. The awards may be of interest to students undertaking postgraduate research in marine studies, environmental studies, zoology, botany, broadly-based life sciences, economics, mathematics, oceanography, physics and chemistry. Further information is available from the Postgraduate Studies Section (level 1, Council Building). Full application details should be obtained from Ms Pam Powell, Human Resources Officer, CSIRO Division of Marine Research, PO Box 1538, Hobart, Tasmania 7001. Fax 03-62325216. Phone: 03-6232 5222. Closing Date: 27 March 1997
RSPCA AUSTRALIA ALAN WHITE SCHOLARSHIP 1998
RSPCA Australia offers an annual scholarship to full-time students for research projects aimed at improving the welfare of animals. The scholarship comprises an award of $A2,500 and is available to all full time students for the funding of original research aimed at improving the welfare of animals. Applications and enquiries should be forwarded to: Anita Shooks, Executive Officer, RSPCA Australia, PO Box E369, Kingston ACT 2604. Phone: (02) 6282 8300 fax: (02) 6282 8311. Closing Date: 27 March 1998.
R G MENZIES SCHOLARSHIPS TO HARVARD UNIVERSITY 1998/99
Applications are invited for the Robert Gordon Menzies Scholarships for study at any graduate school at Harvard University. Harvard has graduate schools in Arts and Sciences, Business, Design, Divinity, Education, Government, Law, Medicine, Dentistry and Public Health. Harvard University fax number is 0011 1 617 495 0500. A candidate should normally be a graduate of an Australian university; must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia; normally reside in Australia and intend to return to Australia after studies at Harvard or to represent Australia overseas. You must have applied for admission to a degree program at Harvard and not previously been enrolled in a postgraduate degree course at a United States university. The value of the award up to A$25,000 to contribute towards tuition fees, living expenses or travel costs. Applicants to the Harvard Business School are also eligible to be considered for a Bill Clendenin Award of A$12,000. Further information and application forms are available in the Postgraduate Studies Section (Level 1 Council Building) or telephone 02 6249 2631 (Lynne Colley at ANU). Closing Date: 9 January 1998.
POSITIONS VACANT
INTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
(for Macquarie Staff Only)
SCHOOL OF ENGLISH, LINGUISTICS AND
MEDIA: Linguistics Postgraduate Officer - Ref. 5236. The appointee
will provide information and support service to all postgraduate students
in Linguistics, from initial enquiries to contact after graduation. The
appointee will also be required to assist with marketing Linguistics postgraduate
courses, maintaining an active student and contacts database and liaising
with the Postgraduate Studies Section and the International Student Office
in the University. Applicants must have a degree or Associate Diploma or
relevant experience of administration in tertiary education, and must be
a competent office manager. Computer skills in word processing, data bases
and spreadsheets are essential. Applicants must also have excellent oral
and written communication skills, and considerable interpersonal skills.
Preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate cross-cultural
communication skills and expertise in student administration.
All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Ms Mary Feely on s8736. A job description is available. Salary range: Level 5 $31,525 to $35,603 per annum, plus superannuation. Applications, including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 24 November 1997. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
SCHOOL OF ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL STUDIES: Associate Lecturer in Accounting and Finance - Ref. 8996. The appointee will be expected to teach on the undergraduate program in the areas of auditing and information systems, and other appropriate areas including introductory accounting as required. Applicants must hold at least a Bachelors degree with Honours in accounting, and be able to demonstrate a capacity and preparedness to engage in research. Enquiries and further information package: Associate Professor Robert Reeve on x7848, e-mail: rreeve@efs.mq.edu.au, or Professor Graeme Harrison x8515, e-mail: gharriso@efs.mq.edu.au. An application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application. The position is available from January 1998, for a fixed-term of five years with the possibility of conversion to tenure.
Salary range: Level A (Associate Lecturer) $33,155 to $44,994 per annum. (Rates apply from 1 January 1998). Market-based salary supplementation is currently available. Applications, including full curriculum vitae, visa status, and the names and addresses of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 12 December 1997. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
INSTITUTE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD: Casual Music Teachers. The Institute of Early Childhood, requires teachers for its Music Program for Children in 1998. Classes for children aged from 2 to 8 years will be held on Saturdays in the east and north of Sydney. Early Childhood teaching and music qualifications are essential. Enquiries: Ms Louie Suthers on x9871. Applicants should note that an eligibility list is a pool of suitably qualified people whose experience can be called upon if the Institute, from time to time, needs to supply additional teaching hours. Inclusion on this list does not guarantee employment with Macquarie University. For these casual positions only: Applications, including curriculum vitae and the names and addresses of two referees, should be forwarded to Marcia Lazos, Institute of Early Childhood, Macquarie University, NSW 2109, by 29 November 1997.
SCHOOL OF ENGLISH, LINGUISTICS AND MEDIA: Associate Lecturer in Linguistics (Audiology) - Ref. 17188. The appointee will be required to manage the audiology clinic on campus, to undertake audiological assessments of clients and to supervise and to teach into the audiology programs. Applicants must have postgraduate qualifications in audiology, full membership of the Audiological Society of Australia and a clinical certificate. Preference will be given to applicants with proved ability in clinic management, teaching ability and experience in research. Enquiries and further information package: Associate Professor Philip Newall on x8779. An application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application.
The position is available from January 1998, for a fixed-term of 12 months, with the possibility of further appointment subject to funding. Salary range: Level A (Associate Lecturer) $33,155 to $44,994 per annum. (Rates apply from 1 January 1998) Applications, including full curriculum vitae, visa status, and the names and addresses of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 December 1997. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
SCHOOL OF ENGLISH, LINGUISTICS AND MEDIA: Associate Lecturer in Media and Communication Studies (Music Production) - Ref. 18317. The appointee will be required to lecture and conduct tutorials in units concerned with contemporary music studies, music production and popular culture. Applicants must have an honours degree in music or media studies; substantial experience in popular music performance and/or recording. Preference will be given to applicants with evidence of academic scholarship in the field of contemporary music studies; experience with cu-base; and experience in higher education teaching. Enquiries and further information package: Dr Philip Hayward on x8786. An application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application.
The position is available from 1 January 1998, for a fixed-term of five years with the possibility of conversion to tenure. Salary range: Level A (Associate Lecturer) $33,155 to $44,994 per annum. (Rates apply from 1 January 1998). Applications, including full curriculum vitae, visa status, and the names and addresses of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 December 1997. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
SCHOOL OF ENGLISH, LINGUISTICS AND MEDIA: Lecturer in Media and Communication Studies (Music Production) - Ref. 18318. The appointee will be required to convene and lecture in units concerned with computer music production and contemporary music studies. Applicants must have a diploma or undergraduate degree in music or music education; and certificate in audio engineering. Preference will be given to applicants with substantial experience in musical performance and/or recording; experience with cu-base software; and experience in higher education teaching. Enquiries and further information package: Dr Philip Hayward on x8786. An application package MUST be obtained prior to sending your application.
The position is available from 1 January 1998, for a fixed-term of two years, with the possibility of further appointment subject to funding. Salary range: Level B (Lecturer) $47,363 to $56,245 per annum. (Rates apply from 1 January 1998). Applications, including full curriculum vitae, visa status, and the names and addresses of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 19 December 1997. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
VICE-CHANCELLOR'S OFFICE: Public Relations Unit: Media Officer - Ref. 8386. The appointee will be responsible for University media relations, liaising with print and electronic media and University staff. Applicants must have a sound media background excellent writing and computer skills and the ability to work under pressure. Samples of published work must be submitted with the application. Some knowledge of the Internet and html is desirable. All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Peta Lane on (02) 9850 9658. A job description is available on request. Salary range: Level 7 $41,006 to $44,201 per annum, plus employer superannuation contributions. Applications including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and names and addresses of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 5 December 1997. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
SCHOOL OF BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES: Computer Officer - Ref. 7886. The appointee will manage a Novell network with over 100 IBM PC and Macintosh-based users and provide general computing and programming support for members of the School of Behavioural Sciences using systems both within and outside the School. Applicants must have a complete or part-degree or equivalent with a major in computer Science, and considerable experience in a Novell environment. The applicant should also have extensive experience with Windows and Macintosh operating systems and applications, and some acquaintance with WWW applications, tools and languages and with UNIX. The appointee must have the ability to communicate clearly on computing matters with users of widely varying knowledge and experience, and have an approach which encourages all users to exploit the network facilities as fully as possible. Preference will be given to applicants who are familiar with TCP/IP and have had previous experience in a support position.
All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Mr Slawomir Boleslawski on x8058, or e-mail: slawomir@bunyip.bhs.mq.edu.au. Salary range: Level 6 $36,375 to $39,903 per annum, plus employer and contributory superannuation. Applications including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and names and addresses of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 5 December 1997. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested. Previous applicants need not re-apply as their applications will be reconsidered.
INTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
(for Macquarie Staff Only)
VICE-CHANCELLORS OFFICE: Centre for
Flexible Learning: Project Officer - Ref. 18327. Accessible Lifelong
Learning (ALL) is a joint project of the State Library of NSW and Macquarie
University to provide lifelong learning opportunities using the developing
NSW public library electronic network. The appointee will work as part
of a team developing the educational content for the University's contribution
to the project. Reporting to the Senior Project Officer, the appointee
will be responsible for administrative support, liaison with ALL project
content providers and other project participants, and researching relevant
flexible learning programs. The position is in the Centre for Flexible
Learning and is available for a period of one year.
Applicants must have a high level of communication skills and organisational ability, the ability to work independently and organise own priorities, a commitment to quality customer service, and knowledge of the higher education industry. A degree in education or a related field, and knowledge of the application of IT in education and relevant software packages would be an advantage. All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Ms Carolyn Wivell, Executive Manager, Centre for Flexible Learning on x7550, fax x6590, e-mail cwivell@library.mq.edu.au. Salary range: Level 6 $36,375 to $39,903 per annum, plus superannuation. Applications including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and names and addresses of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 28 November 1997. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
INTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
(for Macquarie Staff Only)
INSTITUTE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD: Early
Childhood Road Safety Education Program. The Early Childhood Road Safety
Education Program is funded by the RTA and managed by Macquarie University
through the Institute of Early Childhood. The Program is responsible for
supporting road safety education in early childhood services and preservice
tertiary courses throughout NSW. Professional development is also provided
to police, health professionals and road safety personnel who work with
children under 5 years and their families. The appointments are for a period
of two years with a possibility of further appointment subject to funding
and satisfactory service. Applicants for all positions must have a degree
in early childhood or equivalent and expertise in the early childhood field
or equivalent. Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to communicate
effectively with diverse groups of people are essential.
FIELD CONSULTANTS: Reference 17085+ (3 Positions). The appointee will be responsible for the implementation and promotion of early childhood road safety education throughout NSW. The ability to work effectively, both individually and as a team member is essential. In addition to the above applicants must demonstrate sound knowledge of the diversity of children's services and programs and of current issues in the early childhood field, and ability to contribute to the development of appropriate teaching resources. Applicants must be available for regular evening workshops and some weekend work. A current NSW drivers license is essential. Salary Range: Level 8 $45,084 to $50,210 per annum, plus employers superannuation.
FIELD CONSULTANT/RESOURCE PRODUCTION OFFICER : Reference 17088. The appointee will be responsible for the implementation and promotion of early childhood road safety education throughout NSW and particularly for the production of developmentally appropriate materials to support the Program. The focus of the position is 3 days consultancy/resource production and 2 days consultancy. The ability to work effectively, both individually and as a team member is essential. In addition to the above applicants must demonstrate sound knowledge of the diversity of children's services and programs and of current issues in the early childhood field. Applicants must be available for regular evening workshops and some weekend work. A current NSW drivers license is essential. Salary Range: Level 8 $45,084 to $50,210 per annum, plus employers superannuation. All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Stacey Williams on x9896. Applications including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and names and addresses of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 28 November 1997. Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
INTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
(for Macquarie Staff Only)
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT: Client
Services Officer (Custom/Corporate Programs) - Ref. 18323. The appointee
will provide rapid response client focused services in order to assist
students with their verbal written and personal enquiries. Disseminate
accurate and timely information. Ensure regular client related processes
are effectively carried out to a high standard. Applicants must have a
strong client service ethic; good oral and written communication skills;
the ability to prioritise; maintain accurate records; computer skills in
word processing, databases and spreadsheets; the ability to select and
interpret information; the ability to function under pressure in a busy
environment. Preference will be given to applicants with a relevant degree
and knowledge of University student administration committee and fees structures.
All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred
to Elspeth Driscoll on x8873. This position is available from January 1998
for a fixed-term of one year with the possibility of further appointment
subject to performance and funding. Salary range: Level 4 $30,267
to $32,345 per annum, plus superannuation. Salary rates effective from
1 January 1998. Applications including full curriculum vitae and quoting
the reference number, visa status, and names and addresses of three referees
should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie
University, NSW 2109 by 28 November 1997. Applications will not
be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
INTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
(for Macquarie Staff Only)
SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS, PHYSICS, COMPUTING
& ELECTRONICS: Administrative Assistant - Ref. 17615. The appointee
will provide administrative support to The Microsoft Research Institute.
Duties include maintenance of filing systems, budget information, recruitment
and visitor programs, collection and assessment of information to support
the research program, group library management, liaison with University
administration and external contacts and minor reception duties. Applicants
must have a business college certificate or equivalent; an extensive background
in administrative work; be familiar with MS Word, Excel and email under
MS Windows and be prepared to undertake training for tasks using new computer
technology. Demonstrated ability to act independently and pro-actively
during absences of senior staff is essential. Preference will be given
to applicants with awareness of the Internet and experience with University
research programs. The position is available until 30 June 1999. All enquiries
concerning the position or your application should be referred to Mrs Kaye
Beach on x9500. Salary range: Level 5 $31,525 to $35,603 per annum,
plus superannuation. Applications including full curriculum vitae and quoting
the reference number, visa status, and names and addresses of three referees
should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie
University, NSW 2109 by 28 November 1997. Applications will not
be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
SCHOOL OF ENGLISH, LINGUISTICS & MEDIA: National Centre for English Language Teaching and Research. The following positions are available in the English Language Services of NCELTR to provide student support and administrative assistance.
Welfare and Accommodation Officer: Ref. 7647. The appointee will provide counselling and advice to students and clients, coordinate the accommodation program for students, and organise field trips and social activities. Applicants are required to have appropriate qualifications in counselling to Associate Diploma level, or equivalent, and relevant experience in counselling with particular exposure to NESB clients, as well as the ability to assess suitability of homestay families, cross-cultural sensitivity and a flexible approach to their duties. Salary range: Level 5 $33,038 to $37,312 per annum, plus superannuation.
Administrative Assistant: Ref. 8396+ (2 Positions). The appointees will deal with enquiries, process enrolments, and provide general clerical support. Applicants must have completed Year 12 and have office skills training. In addition, they must have good oral and written communication skills, extensive office skills, extensive experience with NESB clients, cross cultural sensitivity, and a flexible approach to their duties. Salary range: Level 4 $30,267 to $32,345 per annum, plus superannuation. The positions are full-time and are available from 2 January 1998 to 31 December 1999, with the possibility of extension, depending on funding. Enquiries concerning these positions or your applications should be referred to Ms Teresa Morazzani on x7673. Job descriptions are available on request and should be obtained before applying.
Publications Manager Ref. 18328. The appointee will manage the Publications Section of NCELTR, a specialist publisher and distributor of ELS books and other media with an annual income of close to $700,000. Applicants must have considerable experience in educational publishing, including experience in at least two of the following areas: publishing management, editorial, commissioning, marketing. Tertiary qualifications and a background in teaching and ESL or Linguistics would be preferred. This position is full-time and is available from 2 January 1998 to 31 December 1998, with the possibility of extension, depending on funding. All enquiries concerning the position # 18328 or your application should be referred to General Manager, Operations, Mr Colin McNaught on x7673. Job descriptions are available on request and should be obtained before applying. Salary range: Level 8 $ 47,248 to $ 52,620 per annum, plus superannuation.
General
Salary rates quoted are effective from 1 January 1998. Applications including full curriculum vitae and quoting the reference number, visa status, and names and addresses of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109 by 5 December 1997.Applications will not be acknowledged unless specifically requested.
Women are particularly encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity and No Smoking in the Workplace are University Policies.
SURPLUS EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
Academic Program Section has an AP210 Canon typewriter in reasonable condition for sale. $50 ono. Please come and try. Enquiries: Dianne Herbert x7354.
CLASSIFIED
TO LET: Huskisson (on Jervis Bay). Brand new 3 bedroom holiday cottage with all amenities including microwave and TV. 300m from beach. Diving, fishing, swimming, bushwalks within easy reach. Rent: $680 p.w. December to February. Phone Margaret x9965 or 9411 5529.
TO LET: Bawley Point, south coast. Four bedroom holiday house opposite beach, views to island. Great walks, surfing, fishing etc. Sleeps 6-8. Available weekends. Also December. Phone x7937 or 9569 1172 (AH).
TO LET OVER CHRISTMAS: Spacious fully furnished modern 2 bedroom flat with huge balcony. Spectacular views over Manly beach and Manly lagoon. Three minutes walk to Manly and Freshwater beaches. Walk to shops and transport. Available 13 December 1997 to 3 January 1998. Rent: $300 p.w. Contact Jerry on x8592 (W) or 9905 7331 (AH) or e-mail: Jerry@Statlab.mq.edu.au.
TO LET: Marsfield. Fully furnished 3 bedroom townhouse - towels and bed linen not supplied. Walk to University. Available 12 December 1997 to 6 February 1998. Rent: $350 (includes electricity and fortnightly cleaning) Contact Accommodation Services Office on 9850 7376.
SHARE ACCOMMODATION: Non-smoking person to share 4 bedroom house in Marsfield, within walking distance of University. Rent: $85p.w. Contact Miguel Alonso on x8909, 9887 1707 (AH), or e-mail: alonso@mpce.mq.edu.au.
SHARE ACCOMMODATION or granny flat wanted: Mature lady with 2 small well behaved dogs. References available. Contact Anne on 9850 7111.
FURNISHED ACCOMODATION WANTED: French couple, visiting staff members at Macquarie University and UNSW, seeks furnished 1 to 2 bedroom house or unit close to Macquarie or UNSW (or in between) from 15 December 1997 to May 1998. Call or e-mail Jean-Marc on x 8293, e-mail: jpoudrel@alchemist.chem.mq.edu.au or Sylvie on 9385 5562, e-mail: sylvie@civeng.unsw.edu.au.
TO LET: Lane Cove. Unfurnished room with built-in wardrobe in pleasant house. Share with 1 male, 1 female and cat. Musician in house. Available 5 December 1997 (neg). Rent: $95 p.w. plus 2 weeks bond. Contact Alice Cohen on 9428 4694.
TO LET: .Baulkham Hills. Unfurnished 2 bedroom townhouse, combined lounge/dining, built-in to main and double undercover parking. Available from 29 November. Close to shops and transport including M2 Westbus to Macquarie University Rent: $210 p.w. Phone Christina on x9486 or 9686 3433.
TO LET: Westmead. As new 2 bedroom unfurnished unit. Available 1 December 1997. Quiet dead-end street, with view over golf course, close to station. Ten minutes from the Westmead Children's Hospital. Rent: $230p.w. plus 2 weeks bond. Contact Cherry on x7308 or 9874 1283 (AH).
TO LET: Renovated Redfern Terrace. 4 bedrooms plus study, new kitchen and bathroom, secure, 5 minutes to city. Rent: $400p.w. Phone Paul X9616 on 9698 4772.
TO LET: 2/3 Bedroom house available from December1997 to the end of June 1998; only $180 per week. E-mail iplant@laurel.ocs.mq.edu.au, or phone Ian on x8880.
HOUSESITTER: Professional, mature housesitter with references available for short or long stay. Phone Charmaine Belfanti on 4751 1672 or 0419 486 557.
ACCOMMODATION WANTED: US professor and wife seek comfortable furnished accommodation convenient to the University from 1 February to 30 April 1998. Contact Judith Dawes on x8903 or e-mail: judith@mpce.mq.edu.au.
FREE: Bookcase to a good home - small, solid wood and sturdy, suit child's room for books or toys. Prefer to give it away than put it out for the Council collection. Phone Lindsey Freeman on x7318.
WANTED TO BUY: Piano suitable for beginner. Contact Anne on x7616.
FOR SALE: Peugeot 504, 1983, manual 7-seater wagon. Excellent condition, silver, mechanically A1, new Michelin tyres, always garaged. Registered until July 1998. $4,600. Phone 9918 8160.
URGENT SALE: Mitsubishi Colt, auto, air, 6 months rego, good mechanical condition, cassette deck, one lady owner, 155,000kms. $2,700 ono. Phone 041 114 5050 or 9736 1638.
FOR SALE: 1985 Corona Stationwagon, automatic, air conditioned. $4,500 ono. Phone 9484 4604 or x9197.
FOR SALE: Large timber/vinyl desk with drawer and small cupboard. $40 Phone 9484 4604 or x9197.
FOR SALE: Steelcraft Pack'n'Play cot, brand new in a box with fitted cotton sheet set to match. $95 ono. Phone Elaine on x7385
FOR SALE: Three spoke alloy mags - 15" x 6.5 will suit Mitsubishi, Toyota, Hyundai and Datsun stud patterns. Good condition. Must sell. $350 ono. Phone Nathan Moise after 5pm on 9638 6342, or fairly uninformed mother on x7232.
FOR SALE: Apple MacIntosh laptop computer - PowerBook 150. 68030 processor, 4MB RAM, 120MB HD, grey-scale screen. Comes with software and manuals. Great for student. Only $600. Contact David on x8145 or 9869 7033 (AH) or e-mail: dnippere@rna.bio.mq.edu.au.
FOR SALE: Taser sailing dinghy, 14', with trailer. Complete with 2 sails (1 mainsale,1 headsail). Suitable for two to three persons. Good family dinghy. $2,000. Contact Eira on 9948 8175 or x9819.
FOR SALE: MYOB - accounting software package, including video and manuals. Registration and telephone support can be transferred over. Downloaded but never used. $300.00. Contact Catherine on x9826 or e-mail: cwall@iec.iec.mq.edu.au.
FOR SALE: Set of Choob bunks, white, excellent quality, in good condition. $150. Phone Joan on x8466 (Mon and Thurs) or 9428 4815 (AH).
FOR SALE: Tray protection rubber mat for Commodore S Ute VR Model. $120. Contact Barbara Farquhar, x7520 or 9873.2609 (AH).
FOR SALE: REGA 20l Knapsack as new, in excellent condition. $95. Contact Barbara Farquhar, x 7520, or 9873.2609 (AH).
FOR SALE: Two booster seats, $20 each; 2 booster seats still in boxes, only used 4 times $60 ono. Phone Sue on 9982 8149.
FOR SALE: Graphic design computer setup: Powermac 150MHZ, Trinitron 17" monitor (including many programs), Nikon scanner, Canon printer, zip drive (including manuals). Phone Luba on 9896 7891 (between 9.00 and 5.00pm) or 014 628 375.
FOR SALE: Boys BMX bike, suitable for ages 7 to 11, excellent condition, recent full service. $80. Phone Carol on 7341.
FOR SALE: 14 acre south coast mountain hideaway with views. North of Bega. Three bedroom red cedar pole house with fully lined studio. Good water storage and dam. Selling for $160,000. Contact Jenny Anderson, Special Education on x9621 or 9416 7492 (AH).
1997
Sun 23 November MACQUARIE TRIO THANKSGIVING CONCERT: 2.30pm in the Macquarie Theatre. Enquiries: x9447 or x9658.
25-30 November CRAFT SHOW: An exhibition and sale of fine Australian craft held at the Sydney Showground, Moore Park. Admission: $6 ($5 seniors, children under 12 free).
Tues 25 November ANCIENT HISTORY: Society for the Study of Early Christianity Dialogue: Professors Edwin Judge and Deryck Schreuder on Conversion, Ancient & Modern, plus Champagne supper and launch of New Documents Illustrating Early Christianity, Vol. 8, ed. Dr Stephen Llewelyn by Professor Di Yerbury, Vice-Chancellor; 7.30pm in X5B 321. Cost: $12 public, $10 staff, students & SSEC members. Enquiries: Pat Geidans x7512, Alanna Nobbs x8844 or Anne Irish x8833.
Wed 26 November INSTITUTE FOR WOMEN'S STUDIES WORK IN PROGRESS SEMINAR: Don't Go There Girl. Transgenders, Talk Shows and Foucault, presented by Anne Dunn (Macquarie postgraduate currently working on her PhD in Women's Studies). 1.00 to 2.00pm in W6A 325. Enquiries: Wendy Waring x7684 or Beverley Barnett x7095. All welcome.
Wed 26 November MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY FRIENDS: The First Thirty Years - Australia's Books and Paintings by Anne McCormick (Director, Hordern House Rare Books). This talk will be held in the Mollie Thomson Room, Level 5, Library. 5.30 for 6.00pm following the AGM. All welcome. Enquiries: Lyn McCullagh, x7555 or Barbara Farquhar, x7520.
Wed 26 November END OF YEAR RELAXATION: MUPRA Happy Hour 5.00 to 7.00pm at the Macquarie University Staff Club. Nibbles and discount drinks - all postgraduates welcome.
Thurs 27 November CENTRE FOR HUMAN ASPECTS OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCES THE 1997 TEMPLETON LECTURE: Biology as a Social Weapon, presented by Professor Richard Lewontin (Department of Biology, Harvard University). 6.00pm in The Stephen Roberts Theatre, University of Sydney. Enquiries: Associate Professor James Beattie 9351 3797, Dr Bob Hunter 9351 2220, Dr Valerie Morris 9351 2429.
Fri 28 November THE CENTRE FOR THE HUMAN ASPECTS OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP: Catastrophe, Chaos and Complexity, conducted by Professor Richard Lewontin (Harvard University and the Science Board Santa Fe Institute). 9.30am to 12.30pm in the Old Geology Lecture Theatre A11 (near the Footbridge on Parramatta Road) University of Sydney. Panelists include Professor Terry Bossomaier (Information Technology, Charles Sturt University), Professor David Green (Information Technology, Charles Sturt University) and Dr Arran Gare (Philosophy and Cultural Inquiry, Swinburne University). Cost: $10 and $5 concession. Morning tea included. Enquiries: Peter Farleigh 9517 2938, Bob Hunter 9351 2220, Valerie Morris 9351 2429.
December
Wed 3 December THE KEY CENTRE FOR BIODIVERSITY & BIORESOURCES: The Betrayal of Science and Reason, presented by Professor Paul Ehrlich (internationally acclaimed author and environmentalist). 8.00pm in E7B Courtyard. Admission free. Enquiries: x8153.
Fri 5 December BIODIVERSITY & BIORESOURCES SEMINAR: What Do We Need to Know About Invertebrates When we Conserve a Whole Island? presented by Michael Samways (Department of Zoology and Entomology, University of Natal, South Africa).1.00pm in E8A 290. Enquiries: Professor Andrew Beattie x8153.
Wed 10 December IELTS VIDEO: A showing of the IELTS promotional video for any staff member who deals with international students. 1.00pm in the Seminar Room, NCELTR (W6C). Enquiries: Jennie Winton x7952.
Thurs 11 December CHEPD WORKSHOP: Flagships Information Session 1. Changes to the Flagships Scheme, the application procedures and qualities of successful grants. 1.00 to 2.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Lyn Hammett, x9721.
1998
January
Mon 5 to Fri 16 January GREEK SUMMER SCHOOL: The Macquarie Greek Summer School offers an intensive two-week course on classical and Koine Greek on weekday mornings 9.15am to 1.00pm. Beginners through to advanced students catered for. Cost: $115 ($95 for full-time students under 26) Closing date: 12 December. For application forms phone Pat Geidans on x7512 or Anne Irish on x8833.
Wed 21 January
CHEPD WORKSHOP: Flagships Information Session 2: Critiquing your drafts, whatever stage they may be at, providing advice and clarification. 1.00 to 2.00pm in E6A 116. Enquiries: Lyn Hammett, x9721.
February
Mon 9 - Tues 10 February
PHYTOLITH WORKSHOP: To be held in the School of Earth Sciences.
Topics to be discussed include extraction techniques, microscopy, analysis
of data, dating techniques, archaeological, paleoenvironmental and pedological
applications, phytolith systematics, etc. Abstracts and registration
due by 24 January 1998. Details including registration are on http://physgeog.es.mq.edu.au/physgeog/workshop5.htm
or contact Dr Geoff Humphreys on x7990.
The next issue of Staff News will be published on Friday 20 February 1998.
All items for inclusion to be submitted in writing, preferably on disk, if lengthy, or by e-mail (vilma.monios@mq.edu.au) by noon, Monday 16 February 1998.
Barbara McGarity W6B x7379, Fax x7391.
Attachment to this
issue of Staff News follows:
New Equipment
A Xerox DocuTech 6135 high speed digital printer has now been installed. This printer is connected to a network server and will allow University staff to send documents directly to the Printery from their personal computers through the University network, thus avoiding the necessity to print the document and send the originals through the internal mail system.
The 6135 has a scanner attached to allow for traditional methods with the digital printer, as well as the ability to merge hard copy (non computer produced) documents with those sent through the network.
The final output is a 600 x 600 dpi "original" quality at speeds of up to 8000 single sided A4 sheets per hour.
Staff have completed training and will be able to print your work from 1 December. Should you wish any further information contact Bill Moody on x7395.
Christmas Cards
The Printery has a catalogue of Christmas cards available for personalised printing either for your School/Office or for personnel use. The prices start at $50 for 50 cards including envelopes. The unit price drops as the quantity increases. The catalogue can be viewed at the Printery.
Presentation Folders*
Just a reminder that the Printery has stocks of the specially printed presentation folders. The cost is 96 cents each. A sample can be obtained by phoning Maureen on x7385.
Paper Supplies*
The Printery holds a large range of paper that is available to Schools and Offices. Prices per ream of 500 sheets are:
A4 white copy paper $4.30
A4 tinted (pastels) paper $7.40
A4 bright (Optix) paper $10.80
A4 mixed pastels (sand, green, yellow
pink and blue) in resealable plastic bag $20.00
A4 mixed bright (green, yellow, red, blue
and orange) in resealable plastic bag
$22.60
A4 mixed florescent (lime, orange, pink
and yellow) in resealable plastic bag
$28.30
All the above paper is 80gsm and suitable
for both photocopiers and laser printers.
Other sizes and weights are available.
For information contact Maureen on x7385.
* To
order presentation
folders or paper supplies
you can fax a Requisition for Printing
Services form, completing
boxes 1 to 4 and "other instructions" indicating details.