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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND
SAFETY UNITPermanent Appointment
The University is seeking an OH&S Officer with broad-based safety knowledge to work within the OH&S Unit. The University is, from a safety perspective, a very diverse environment. This role will involve the development, promotion and implementation of a wide range of OH&S initiatives, including policy development and review, OH&S training, Hazard and Risk assessment and accident investigation.
The successful applicant should possess tertiary qualifications with relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of industry experience and training in OH&S. A sound working knowledge of OH&S related legislation and standards is essential. Applicants should have a thorough understanding of the practical implementation of Radiation Safety, Hazardous Substances, Dangerous Goods and associated laboratory safety legislation as well as experience in general safety matters. Knowledge of workers compensation and injury management practices is desirable.
Applicants should possess initiative and well developed written and oral communication skills. The ability to effectively interact with staff at all levels, and work autonomously within a small team is required. Computer literacy and a drivers licence are essential.
A knowledge of quality assurance would be an advantage and an understanding of EEO issues is desirable.
Further information is available from Robyn Piper on (02) 42 213204. Reference CB98-203. Closing date 11 December 1998. An attractive set of conditions is available including a salary range of $38,644 - $42,642.
Please refer to the application procedures and requirements before submitting your application.
ACADEMIC REGISTRAR'S DIVISIONFixed Term Appointment 5 Years
The University of Wollongong is a successful, modern university which enjoys an excellent record for research performance and recruitment of international students and is committed to maintaining its position in the highly competitive higher education market.
The Academic Registrar's Division provides student administration services for the University's 12,000 students, and academic policy making and related services to the University's executive and key committees. The development program for the next two years includes significantly improving the quality of service to students and other clients, reviewing the University's academic policies and procedures and installing a new computerised student information system.
The appointee is expected to be a productive, energetic person with substantial experience of managing the delivery of complex services to a large and diverse customer base, preferably in a commercial setting. Policy developments skills, experience in managing information systems and budgets and highly effective interpersonal skills are required.
For further information contact Gillian Luck, Academic Registrar on 4221 3943 or email on gillian_luck@uow.edu.au Closing date 11 December 1998. Appointment is based on merit. As women are under represented at this level, suitably qualified women are encouraged to apply.
Please refer to the application procedures and requirements before submitting your application.
THE CENTRE FOR EDUCATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT AND INTERACTIVE RESOURCES (CEDIR)CEDIR assists and develops University teachers to enhance the quality of education for Wollongong Graduates no matter where in the world they choose to study. The teams within CEDIR work collaboratively with academic staff to enhance University-wide educational practice through educational development and the production of a wide range of resources. CEDIR is looking for a number of creative and customer-oriented people to join our production and service teams.
Interactive Media Production (IMP), within CEDIR, produces courseware and multimedia programs to support University teaching as well as for external clients. The successful applicants for these two positions will be part of a team working on the design and development of teaching and learning packages.
Permanent Appointment
A highly organised person is required to support all aspects of the production of interactive resources, and provide administrative support to the unit. The position will involve working on a range of projects, including assisting in the production of software packages and maintaining the secretariat for a national professional society.
The successful applicant should possess an associate diploma in computing with relevant work related experience, or a certificate in computing with post certificate relevant work experience, or a combination of relevant experience and/or education/training deemed to be equivalent. The applicant requires at least twelve months experience in the use of a word processing package, such as MS Word, experience in pressing CD ROMS, knowledge of HTML, a high level of computer literacy and some basic bookkeeping skills. Good oral and written communication skills, the ability to work effectively as a member of a team, the ability to work under pressure, deliver results on time and to budget, and the ability to liaise and interact with senior staff, from both academia and off-campus organisations are also essential.
It is desirable that the appointee have experience in a tertiary sector environment and previous experience with Framemaker or equivalent desktop publishing software.
Further information can be obtained from Helen Carter, IMP Coordinator, CEDIR on 4221 3849. Annual Salary $30,649 - $33,314. Reference NB98-198. Closing date 4 December 1998.
Permanent Appointment
A highly creative person, you will be committed to client focused operation and be able to produce drawings, graphics and animations for inclusion in computer based teaching and learning software.
Applicants for this position require a degree in an appropriate discipline, or an associate diploma with subsequent relevant experience, or a combination of relevant experience and/or education/training deemed to be equivalent. The successful applicant requires superior knowledge of and the ability to use efficiently and effectively a number of commercial drawing, graphic (2 and 3 dimensional) and animation tools and an ability to work to client specification. They must have at least twelve months experience in production of screen-based computer graphics for inclusion in multimedia packages for delivery via CD-ROM and/or the world wide web. Commercial experience in this area is highly desirable.
The successful candidate requires good oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively as a member of a team. The ability to liaise and interact with senior staff, from both within and outside the University, work under pressure, and to deliver results on time and to budget are desirable.
Applicants selected for interview will be required to sit a half hour practical test of their skills.
Further information can be obtained from Helen Carter, IMP Coordinator, CEDIR on 4221 3849. Annual Salary $33,314 - $38,644. Reference NB98-195. Closing date 4 December 1998.
Audio-visual Production and Services (APS), within CEDIR, produces audio-visual resources to support University teaching as well as for external clients, and provides a loan and support service for audio-visual and computer equipment related to teaching and learning. The successful applicants for these two positions will be part of the team supporting academic staff and students to enhance the teaching/learning experience.
Permanent Appointment
APS requires a client focused, technology aware Facilities Officer to control bookings, facilitate loans, and monitor audio-visual and computer equipment used by University staff and students. The successful applicant will also advise clients on the setting up and operation of equipment. Other duties will involve the Facilities Officer in video and audio tape duplication and records maintenance.
The successful applicant must have at least 12 months operational experience with audio-visual and computer equipment in an educational or training environment; have a customer focussed attitude; be able to work effectively as a member of a team; and possess good communications skills, both oral and written.
It is desirable that their experience includes twelve months in a front line client service role and that they can be flexible in workplace practices.
Further information can be obtained from John Rickleman, APS Coordinator, CEDIR on 4221 4811. Annual Salary $25,318 - $27,984. Reference NB98-196 Closing date 4 December 1998.
Permanent Appointment
APS requires an experienced, client focused video production person to join the talented team producing video resources to enhance the teaching/learning opportunities for students both on-campus and at a distance. The successful applicant will be expected to apply their creative talent and technical skills to the total production process from concept to final dispatch.
CEDIR not only provides support to the academic community but also undertakes educational projects for off-campus clients which may require travel and absences from Wollongong in order to complete location shoots.
The successful applicant should possess a degree in a relevant discipline with substantial relevant experience, or a combination of relevant experience and/or education/training deemed to be equivalent. It is also essential to have: substantial operational experience with studio/location camera operation with on-line editing and using SP-BETACAM and Media 100 equipment; a client focussed attitude; the ability to work effectively as a member of a team; and have a well developed creative ability.
It is desirable that the successful applicant has: tertiary qualifications in video production; broad based production experience in an educational/training environment; lighting, audio and computer skills; and be willing to be flexible in workplace practices.
Further information can be obtained from John Rickleman, APS Coordinator, CEDIR on 4221 4811. Annual Salary $42,642 - $47,972. Reference NB98-197. Closing date 4 December 1998.
Please refer to the application procedures and requirements before submitting your application.
FACULTY OF ARTSThe Faculty of Arts is seeking to make two appointments to the English Studies Program which offers undergraduate subjects in Australian, British, American and Post-colonial Literatures, with strands in Drama and Women’s Writing. It also offers postgraduate degrees by thesis or coursework in English Studies and in Post-colonial Literatures, and contributes to the postgraduate degrees in Women’s Studies and Cultural Studies. The Program has links to the journals New Literatures Review, Australian Canadian Studies and Kunapipi, and is closely associated with the Centre for Research in Textual and Cultural Studies which is affiliated with the Faculty’s Research Institute of Social Change and Critical Inquiry. Successful applicants for both positions must be able to work collaboratively within a flexible faculty structure which encourages interdisciplinarity and will have opportunities to participate in the Research Institute.
Continuing Appointment
The successful applicant will be required to contribute to the Program’s teaching at all levels, especially in the field of Australian literary culture. The appointee will be responsible for the preparation of two existing subjects in Australian Literature for flexible delivery into the Nowra Campus from 2001. There will be limited opportunities for supervision. The ability to teach Australian Studies, Women’s Studies or English Language Studies would be an advantage, as would an interest in Critical Theory. Applicants must have demonstrated teaching experience of high quality in the relevant area (with some experience of subject design and co-ordination highly desirable), together with demonstrated interest in flexible methods of subject delivery. The appointee must have completed (or have under examination) a doctorate, and will be expected to pursue research within one or more of the fields mentioned above. Reference RL98200. Annual Salary $33,548 to $45,528.
Continuing Appointment
The successful applicant will be required to contribute to the Program’s teaching at all levels, especially in the fields of Drama and Theatre Studies and Women’s Studies, and to provide supervision to doctoral level. The appointee will be responsible for the co-ordination of the Drama strand within the Program. The ability to teach Critical Theory or English Language Studies would be an advantage. Applicants must have a demonstrated ability in designing, co-ordinating and teaching subjects in a relevant area. The appointee must have completed a doctorate and will be expected to pursue research within one or more of the fields mentioned above. Reference RL98201. Annual Salary $47,925 to $56,911.
Further information for both positions is available from Dr Graham Barwell, phone (02) 4221 3677. Closing date 16 December 1998.
Applications are encouraged from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from non-English speaking backgrounds, and people with disabilities, who are under-represented among staff in the Faculty.
Please refer to the application procedures and requirements before submitting your application.
DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL
SCIENCESPermanent Appointment
The successful applicant will be responsible for the organisational and technical support for undergraduate and postgraduate laboratory classes in the areas ranging from Biochemistry/Cell and Molecular Biology to Ecological based subjects. Other maintenance and technical duties will be required.
Applicants must possess an Associate Diploma in an appropriate discipline with relevant work related experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training. Experience and a demonstrated competency in laboratory techniques is essential. The successful applicant must be able to work productively with minimal supervision, have the ability to work effectively in a team, and possess excellent communication and organisational skills. A current class 1A drivers licence, computer literacy with desktop computers, and the ability to work flexible hours are also essential.
Experience with laboratory preparation in a teaching environment; setting up class laboratories; use of sterile techniques; and competency in the use of sophisticated equipment relevant to Biochemistry and Ecology is desirable. Experience working in the field; plant and animal collecting and/or curating; as well as an understanding of OHS and EEO issues would also be highly regarded. Applicants with a relevant degree qualification should not be discouraged from applying.
Further information is available from Mrs Julie Gray on 42 213441. Reference CC98-202. Closing date 11 December 1998. Annual salary $30,649 - $33,314 plus generous superannuation. This position is to commence in early February 1999. Applicants wishing to job-share are encouraged to apply.
Please refer to the application procedures and requirements before submitting your application.
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Mail: University of Wollongong NSW 2522
E-mail: joan_hutchinson@uow.edu.au Fax:02-42213700
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