StaffNews No 376, 25 September 2009
Friday 25 September 2009
News of interest to staff of the University of Melbourne
CONTENTS
1. MTC 2010 season– salary-packaged subscriptions available for staff
2. ABC boss to give A N Smith Lecture in Journalism
3. Staff career centre courses
4. Email scams - a message from IT security services
5. ALTC competitive grants due
6. Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
7. Commonwealth Scholarships in the United Kingdom
8. University pool cars available
9. Optus telecommunications towers to improve coverage
10. Future Research Leaders Program
11. Publications templates online
12. New ‘Up Close’ episodes available
13. Centre for the Study of Higher Education Advanced skills seminars for sessional teachers
14. New IP Telephony for the University
15. Unisuper Seminar - Introduction to investment risk
16. MesSenGeR; research training bulletin
17. Mental Health Week events
18. Information and Technology Services training sessions
19. Staff development
20. First Aid training in November
21. Volunteers required for vision research
22. Volunteers required – walking study
23. Travel Advice from Environment Health and Safety Unit
24. What’s On
25. Career opportunities
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1. MTC 2010 season– salary-packaged subscriptions available for staff
Melbourne Theatre Company (MTC) is a department of the University of Melbourne and permanent staff of the University can salary sacrifice the cost of an MTC 2010 season subscription to the annual FBT limit of $1332.This season of not-to-be-missed theatre features a smash hit Broadway musical with Geoffrey Rush and productions ranging from Shakespeare to David Williamson. Book a subscription today and staff will enjoy exclusive benefits including access to the best seats before they go on sale to the general public. Visit www.mtc.com.au for more information.
[Source: Lisa Scicluna, MTC]
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2. ABC boss to give A N Smith Lecture in Journalism
Mark Scott, ABC Managing Director will give the A.N. Smith Lecture in Journalism - The Fall of Rome: Media after Empire – at 6.30 pm, Wednesday 14 October, Basement Theatre, New Economics and Commerce Building, 198 Berkeley St, Carlton. Bookings necessary - www.unimelb.edu.au/public_lectures/
[Source: Christina Buckridge, Corporate Affairs]
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3. Staff career centre courses
Courses next week at the Staff Career Centre include : Career Decisions, Resume Writing and Interview Skills (for staff making applications for positions within the University). A further Financial Planning Information session will be held Tuesday 29 September at the Staff Career Centre, Level 4, Babel Building. Details - ERP Support at www.unimelb.edu.au/erp/. Book via Themis self-service.
[Jenny Williams, Human Resources]
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4. Email scams - a message from IT security services
Staff are advised NOT to respond to emails requesting sensitive information like usernames and passwords. The University will NEVER request sensitive information via email. Be wary of unsolicited emails, specifically those purporting to be from the University, banks or other financial institutions. Report such emails via the web form at the service desk website, servicedesk.unimelb.edu.au/ or call 8344 0888.
[Source: George Ng and Tim Arneaud, Information Services]
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5. ALTC competitive grants due
The Australian Learning and Teaching Council (ALTC) applications for 2010 competitive grants are due internally on 12 October. Up to $220,000 is available per project. The Centre for the Study of Higher Education and Melbourne Research Office are available to provide feedback. Enquiries: Claire Jennings 8344 7577 / clairej@unimelb.edu.au For guidelines and information: www.cshe.unimelb.edu.au/resources/grants.html
[Source: Claire Jennings, Centre for the Study of Higher Education]
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6. Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
Bio21 Cluster seeks researchers in biomedical fields interested in offering casual positions to undergraduate students through the UROP scheme. Students are employed by the host laboratory full-time for four weeks during the summer vacation and for eight hours per week during semester. Closing date for expressions of interest is the end of September 2009. Students will be available to commence placements during the summer recess. Bio21 Cluster co-ordinates recruitment and selection of students. Funds are not available from Bio21 Cluster to support student positions. Students are paid at an equivalent of HEW2 Casual (approx $25 p/h). Enquiries: Debbie Dorfan 83442199 / ddorfan@unimelb.edu.au For information and application form www.bio21.com.au/urop.asp
[Source: Debbie Dorfan, Bio21 Cluster]
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7. Commonwealth Scholarships in the United Kingdom
Commonwealth Scholarships to study in the United Kingdom for the 2010/2011 academic year are now open. These awards support students from Commonwealth countries who wish to undertake full-time doctoral study at specific universities in the United Kingdom. To view a prospectus and information on how to apply, visit the Melbourne Scholarships Office website at: cms.services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/pgrad/local/available/travelling/csfp Applications close Monday 12 October.
[Source: Debra Lee, Melbourne Scholarships Office]
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8. University pool cars available
A fleet of pool cars has been established for staff requiring cars for University business. Bookings can be made online, and the vehicles and keys can be accessed 24/7 from the South Lawn Underground Car Park. For more information, visit the pool car section of the Purchasing Webpage at purchasing.unimelb.edu.au/ . Staff should use their university email account user name and password to gain access. Enquiries: Henry Sammut 8344 9278
[Source: Henry Sammut, Property and Campus Services]
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9. Optus telecommunications towers to improve coverage
Optus is expanding its mobile telecommunications network to provide improved service coverage at the Parkville and Southbank campuses. Antennae have been installed at the Student Union and VCAM, and the Block B Engineering building. Coverage in the western precinct at Parkville will be remediated through tower construction at the David Penington Building and Building 400 (Vet Science) by 12 October, and the Chemistry Building antennae will be in operation by mid November. Further information David Marshall, Information Services Mobility Project, on 834 42727.
[Source: Jennifer Connolly, Information Technology Services ]
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10. Future Research Leaders Program
The Future Research Leaders Program (FRLP) was designed by the Group of Eight universities to develop the skills and knowledge for successful research leadership. The FRLP comprises 8 modules that explore the principles and effective practice of research leadership. Modules 5-8 will be held in November. Enrolments will open on Thursday 1 October for University of Melbourne academic staff who match the target participant criteria. Details of the module content, who should attend, workshop dates and how to enrol are at: www.research.unimelb.edu.au/frlp/ Places are limited. Enquiries: email jane.pontikis@unimelb.edu.au
[Source: Jane Pontikis, Melbourne Research Office]
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11. Publications templates online
A4 flyer, DL flyer/invitation templates and poster templates in the new public lecture visual style are available on line for University departments and faculties to use free of charge. The cost of printing will be charged. Printing must be sourced through Publishing Services or DPC. Download a low resolution PDF for email. For more information contact Jim Rule, Publishing Services Manager, 8344 9695 / jdrule@unimelb.edu.au
Standard publications templates are also available online, in an A4 flyer, one or two pages, A6 invitation, A4 folded to DL and a single page poster. These templates allow University faculties and departments to comply with University branding standards for small printed publications, flyers, posters and invitations.
[Source: James Rule, Marketing and Communications]
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12. New ‘Up Close’ episodes available
Episode 75: Human judgement and investment manias - From the tulip bulb mania in the 17th century to collateralised debt obligations more recently, Prof Charles Noussair and Dr Tom Wilkening outline the sometimes questionable human judgement of risk and reward. With host Jennifer Cook.
Episode 74: Broadcasting hope among refugees in East Africa - Elias Nyatete describes how Tanzanian media outlet Radio Kwizera has been an important source of information and hope for refugees in recent and current East African conflicts. With host Jacky Angus.
Up Close is available at upclose.unimelb.edu.au
[ Kelvin Param, Marketing and Communications]
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13. Centre for the Study of Higher Education Advanced skills seminars for sessional teachers
Enhancing your teaching skills and developing your career in university teaching – 1 and 2 October. The CSHE is running a two-day, intensive training program for sessional teachers. The program includes interactive workshops and seminars in which participants will have opportunities to interact with colleagues from various disciplines in the University. Morning tea and lunch will be provided. Registration and further information: www.cshe.unimelb.edu.au/academic_dev/skillseminars.html
[Source: Michelle Segal, CSHE]
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14. New IP Telephony for the University
The IPTel Project has reached over 1,500 new IP phone migrations across the University, including some regional sites. ‘Voice over Internet Protocol’ uses the University’s computer networks and internet, replacing old and costly copper cable/PABX systems. Users moved across to the new system will enjoy several new features and benefits, significantly improving their voice communications. The Project’s target is to have all of the University cutover by the end of 2010. For more information, visit uc.unimelb.edu.au/
[Source: Che Broekman, ITS]
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15. Unisuper Seminar - Introduction to investment risk
This seminar will help staff understand investment risk and which investment option best suits them. Wednesday October 7, 12:30pm to 1:30pm, Lowe Theatre, Redmond Barry Building, Parkville. Enquiries: Damien Zanic 8344 6075/ dzanic@unimelb.edu.au Further information and registration at: www.unisuper.com.au/members/seminars
[Source: Damien Zanic, Human Resources]
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16. MesSenGeR; research training bulletin
MesSenGeR is MSGR's new monthly news bulletin on issues of significance to the research training community at the University of Melbourne. HODs, Graduate Research Coordinators, Supervisors and staff who work with RHDs are encouraged to subscribe. Enquiries: Craig Barrie 8344 8732 / pvc-gradresearch@unimelb.edu.au For more information www.gradresearch.unimelb.edu.au/messenger/
[Source: Craig Barrie, MSGR]
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17. Mental Health Week events
5 to 9 October. The University is hosting a series of events to mark Mental Health Week. The Provost, Professor John Dewar, will launch the University’s Mental Health Strategy at 1:00pm on Tuesday 6 October in the Level One, Engineering Student Centre Learning Space, Old Engineering Building, followed by a keynote address on “Mental Health and Meaning” by psychiatrist, psychotherapist and traumatologist Dr Paul Valent. There are also “Introduction to Mental Health” seminars, and the week will culminate with a “BBQ the Blues Away” event on Friday 9 October in the North Court organised by SALP. No bookings required. Free for all staff and students. For details go to:
www.services.unimelb.edu.au/counsel/whatsnew.html
[ Source: Jonathan Norton, Wellbeing Services]
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18. Information Services training sessions
Research Self Service Training - Introduction to Themis Research Self Service 15 October 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Trainer: Melissa Nelson.
Staff Self Service Training - Introduction to Themis Staff Self Service for 21 October 10:00am – 12:00pm. Trainer: Jane Kiddell (limited places available)
More information on these sessions : www.themis.unimelb.edu.au/support/training/introductory.html
CMS Training - A Content Management System or CMS allows users to manage web content by simplifying web publishing processes. Two CMS training sessions are available for the University’s CMS, MySource Matrix. For more information: web.unimelb.edu.au/support/training/training
For all enrolments or enquiries: ea-training-doco@unimelb.edu.au
[Source: Mark Mitrione, Information and Technology Services]
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19. Staff development
Performance Development Framework for Staff - participants will learn how the framework can be used to support their development and encourage them to reach their potential, as well as contributing to the achievement of University's goals. Next session: 13 October. Enquiries: Melania Guzman 8344 6079 guzman@unimelb.edu.au For information www.hr.unimelb.edu.au/development/courses
[Source: Erin Guo, Human Resources]
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20. First Aid training in November
First Aid Management and Training is offering CPR, First Aid Level 2 and First Aid Level 2 Refresher Training on Monday 9 - Tuesday 10 November and Wednesday 25 -Thursday 26 November in the Level 1 Executive Lounge, Alan Gilbert Building. There is a charge for attending this training so staff must ensure they have approval from their department to attend. Departments will be billed directly through First Aid Management and Training. Enquiries/bookings: Anne Parker 9894 1013. anne@firstaidmanagement.com.au
[Source: Julie Warden, School of Physics]
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21. Volunteers required for vision research
People aged 60-80 years or 18-38 years are required for a research study assessing how normal ageing affects visual performance. Participants must have normal vision (either with or without glasses) and have no health problems known affect vision. A single test session of up to two hours’ duration is involved which includes an abbreviated clinical eye examination and computer based testing of vision. Volunteers will be reimbursed $15 to assist with travel expenses incurred in attending. Enquiries and more information: Dr Anne Weymouth, Department of Optometry and Vision Sciences 93497461 / anneew@unimelb.edu.au Project approval: HREC ID 0721804
[Source: Anne Weymouth, Optometry and Vision Sciences]
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22. Volunteers required – walking study
This study investigates walking patterns and stair negotiation in healthy adults. The project team is looking for healthy people who are over 40 years of age and are able to walk freely, climb up and down stairs, rise from a seated position and squat without pain in the knees, hips or lower back. People with current knee pain, hip or back conditions, who are planning leg surgery, or who are unable to walk without help are not eligible. HREC 0714620 Enquiries: Hannah Ozturk or Jonathan Lentzos / knee-study@unimelb.edu.au
[Source: Jonathan Lentzos, Mechanical Engineering]
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23. Travel Advice from Environment Health and Safety Unit
The Environment Health and Safety Unit advises staff that DFAT has changed its information on traveling to: Serbia, East Timor, India, Oman, Bahrain, Nepal, Germany and Somalia.
This most recent DFAT advice may be viewed at:
www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/
For further information on the University's Overseas Travel Policy refer to:
www.pb.unimelb.edu.au/ehs/workplace_ehs/travel/
[Source: Belinda Rule, Environment Health and Safety Unit]
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24. What’s On
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JOURNEY OF YOUR GENES: The University’s Bio21 Institute hosts ‘The Journey of Your Genes’ as part of ‘Evolution…the Festival’ from 10:00am – 2:00pm on Sunday 4 October. The first 100 unrelated individuals over the age of 18 will be given a free cheek swab test used to determine their deep ancestry. For those that miss out on free tests, test kits will be on sale. Enquiries: Marcus Dally-Law / marcusdl@unimelb.edu.au For information humanjourneys.com.au/index.php?page=home_genes
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PUBLIC LECTURE: Thursday 12 November 6:00pm - 7:10pm, Public Lecture "Reading in the Brain". The Mental Health Research Institute and the Melbourne Cognitive Science Group present renowned French cognitive neuroscientist Stanislas Dehaene speaking on his forthcoming popular science book. Enquiries: Nichole Alfreds (03) 9389 2928 Bookings: Nichole Alfreds n.alfreds@mhri.edu.au Mental Health Research Institute www.mhri.edu.au/
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LECTURE: Tewkesbury Lecture, Thursday 1 October 10.00am - 11.00am, 'Behaviour of Gas Hydrate-Bearing Sediment' by Associate Professor Gye-Chun Cho, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. Enquiries: Guillermo A Narsilio 8344 4659 / narsilio@unimelb.edu.au For information: www.eng.unimelb.edu.au/events/downloads/Gye-Chun-Cho.pdf
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SHORT COURSE: Monday 26 October 9.00am - Tuesday 27 October 5.00pm, Two Day Short Course –“An Introduction to Primary Care Research” by the Primary Care Research Unit in the Department of General Practice. The course introduces participants to various aspects of primary healthcare research. Enquiries: Dr Meredith Temple-Smith 8344 3371 Bookings Bernie Cooper b.cooper@unimelb.edu.au For information www.gp.unimelb.edu.au/pcru/events/
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SOCIAL JUSTICE SEMINAR SERIES: Tuesday 6 October 1.00pm - 2.00pm, Dr Karina Davis will present on "Conceptualising rights and social justice in and through research with young children: Exploring understandings of ethnicity and cultural diversity" Theatre 3, Ground Floor, Economics and Commerce Building. Enquiries: Social Justice Initiative, Selina Hughes 8344 3203 s.hughes@unimelb.edu.au For information: www.socialjustice.unimelb.edu.au
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DIGITAL FRINGE FESTIVAL: 25 September - 11 October. The University Library will participate in this Festival by screening a curated compilation of diverse visual works of animation, abstract, video art, short film, motion graphics, photography and other stills from local artists. Screens in ERC, Frank Tate and Baillieu will be used. Enquiries: Anna Shadbolt annams@unimelb.edu.au
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MENTAL HEALTH FORUM: Friday 16 October 9.00am - 4.30pm, “Working with High Risk Young People” Dr Sandra Radovini, Deputy Chief Psychiatrist CAMHS with Dept of Health Vic and Dr Alan Tucker, Neuropsychologist Take Two, Carsten Schley ORYGEN and representatives from Take Two and many other agencies, at Mindful, Department of Psychiatry, 50 Flemington St, Flemington Enquiries: Fiona Kelly 03 9371 0203 mindful-info@unimelb.edu.au www.mindful.org.au/page.asp?departmentID=228
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DONATE BLOOD IN OCTOBER: Wednesday 7 – Friday 9 October 9.30am – 3.30pm.
The Melbourne University Mobile Unit of the Australian Red Cross Blood Service will be located on the 1st Floor, Grand Buffet Room, Union Building. Appointments essential – to book call 13 14 95 or email dpallen@arcbs.redcross.org.au
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CONFERENCE: Monday 9 November 9.00am - 7.00pm, 'The Europe that was, is and will be' with multiple speakers. Public Policy Lecture Theatre, Level 2, 234 Queensberry Street Enquiries: Linelle Gibson 8344 9502 cerc@cerc.unimelb.edu.au cerc@cerc.unimelb.edu.au www.cerc.unimelb.edu.au/ www.cerc.unimelb.edu.au/events/conferences/etwiwhome.html
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MELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION 2009 DEAN'S LECTURE SERIES: Wednesday 7 October 6.30pm - 7.30pm, 'Improving Learning in Mathematics' by Professor Malcolm Swan (University of Nottingham). Theatre A, Elisabeth Murdoch Building (No. 134). Enquiries: Levina Cridge 8344 8412 RSVP education-events@unimelb.edu.au Further information www.education.unimelb.edu.au/news/lectures/pdf/DLS_5_Swan_DL.pdf
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MINDFULNESS COURSE: Mindfulness therapy aims to help people to deal with day-to-day problems by learning to be aware of thoughts and bodily sensations with the ultimate aim of developing a non-judgmental, non-reactive and accepting attitude to unpleasant thoughts and feelings. The University of Melbourne Psychology Clinic in North Melbourne will be running a 6-week Mindfulness course during working hours commencing in October ($100 for 6 session course). Call 9326 4774 for more information and to arrange an assessment.
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MTC PRESENTS: The Cybec readings – The Joy of Text by Robert Reid. Featuring Heidi Arena, Noni Hazlehurst, Shaun Micallef and Tim Potter. At the MTC Theatre, Lawler Studio (140 Southbank Blvd, Southbank), Tuesday 29 September at 7:00pm. Book 8688 0800 or at the door.
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PUBLIC LECTURE: Tuesday 6 October 6.00pm - 7.00pm, “Psychological Recovery from Trauma: Battlefields to Bushfires” by Professor Mark Creamer, Australian Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health Department of Psychiatry, University of Melbourne. Prince Philip Lecture Theatre, Architecture Building. Enquiries: Loretta Gibson 8344 7105 Bookings: lj.gibson@unimelb.edu.au
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VCAM CONCERT: Tuesday 29 September 7.30pm. The Gathering. This annual improvisation concert features renowned artist Kutcha Edwards performing a repertoire of Latin, contemporary jazz and a cappella music with student ensembles. $15 at Federation Hall, Grant St, Southbank. Enquiries: Lyndall Metzke 9685 9423 vcam-concerts@unimelb.edu.au
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PERFORMANCE: Master of Choreography performance season Wednesday 30 September- Fri 2 October 7.30pm. 'Stanza' Choreographed by Soo Yeun You. Studio B221 (Dance). Faculty of the VCA and Music, 234 St Kilda Rd, Southbank. Entry by donation. Enquiries: Helen Herbertson 9685 9392 helenfh@unimelb.edu.au More information www.vca.unimelb.edu.au/EventList.aspx?eventTypeID=32
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PERFORMANCE: Master of Production (Puppetry ) performance season Friday 25 September - Saturday 26 September at 8.00pm. 'The Seewell Family Cabaret:
The Home of Amazing Acts of Amazement'. Devised and directed by Beth McMahon. Grant St Theatre, Southbank. Free admission. Running time: 45 minutes.
Enquiries: Gilly McInnes 9685 9256 gmcinnes@unimelb.edu.au More information www.vcam.unimelb.edu.au
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LIFE SCIENCE COMPUTATION SEMINAR TODAY: 12.00pm -1.00pm,
"Genomic Data Analysis of Ovarian Cancer" - Professor David Bowtell,
(Peter McCallum Cancer Centre). Sanderson Room, Medical Building. Enquiries: Mark Graham 8344 3607 / mark.graham@unimelb.edu.au VeRSI Life Science. Computation Seminar website
www.versi.edu.au/versi/lsc-bowtell.html
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LIFE SCIENCE COMPUTATION SEMINAR: Friday 2 October 12.00pm -1.00pm,
"The Virtual Physiological Human/Physiome Project" - Professor Peter J
Hunter, (Auckland Bioengineering Institute). Sanderson Room, Medical
Building. Enquiries: Mark Graham 8344 3607 / mark.graham@unimelb.edu.au VeRSI Life Science Computation Seminar
website www.versi.edu.au/versi/lsc-hunter.html
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CENTRE FOR COMPARATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL STUDIES SEMINAR with Professor Stephen Gardbaum, Professor of Law, University of California, Los Angeles, USA on 'Reassessing the New Commonwealth Model of Constitutionalism’. Monday 5 October, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm, Room 831, Level 8, Melbourne Law School. location map at www.law.unimelb.edu.au/LawSchoolStreetPlan.jpg . Dr Madeline Grey by Thursday 1 October, (03) 8344 1011 or law-cccs@unimelb.edu.au
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24. Career opportunities
www.hr.unimelb.edu.au/careers/
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