BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT MATTERS | July 8, 2016

Dear all,

A very late newsletter as I was on holidays last week – thanks to Grant & Mel for looking after things in my absence. Please come along Wednesday lunchtime to hear about research opportunities at Uni of Groningen – Tracy Rushmer will tell us about her visit there recently.

All tutor applicants for S2 – see info about the G2G tutor induction course running this week – highly recommended!

cheerio

Michelle

Save the Date

This coming week 11th July – 15th July

Wed 13th; Department morning tea on the Hill; 10.30am.

Wed 13th; Information on research partnership opportunities with University of Groningen; 1 – 2 pm, E8A-280 (Biology tearoom).

Following week 18th July – 22nd July

Wed 20th; Department morning tea; 10.30am, E8A-280 (Biology Tea Room).

Fri 15th; Casual Teaching Applications for S2 2016 close.

Coming up

July 26th & 27th; G2G Outlook 2016; 9am – 5pm, W5C 320, 301 & 302.

July 27th: Advising day.

Digital Teaching Lab Inductions Semester 2: E8A – Mon 25^th July, E8C – Thu 28^th July, F7B – Fri 29^th July.

July 31st; Applications for international PhD scholarships due.

Aug 4th: Morning tea at the Plant Growth Facility to celebrate the commissioning of the new growth cabinets; 10am.

Aug 20th; Open Day.

Sept 19th: ECR research showcase day.

Sept 20th: Graduation for biological sciences, 10.30am-12pm.

Oct 31st: Applications for domestic (APA) PhD scholarships due.

General News and Announcements

Symposium Success

Well done to Dom McAfee who won the best presentation award at the 11th International Temperate Reef Symposium in Pisa, Italy, with the talk “Can oysters provide a refuge to coastal biodiversity in a changing world.”

Conference success

Congratulations to Lincoln Critchley for being awarded the Ron Kenny prize for best student poster at the joint NZ Marine Science Society and Australian Marine Science Association conference in Wellington, NZ.

Women in STEMM: Changing Perception of Pathways

All around Australia, there are remarkable women in science, engineering and medicine investigating dark matter, studying volcanoes, discovering new species, developing disease treatments, designing better solar panels and understanding the latest nanotechnology and personalised medicine. There are also remarkable women developing science and health policies, administering research grants, commercializing prototypes, nailing patent law and teaching the next generation of scientists.

The Faculties of Science and Engineering, Medicine and Health Sciences and Human Sciences are hosting this event to recognise, showcase and celebrate the achievements of women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Mathematics (STEMM).

Join us for a light breakfast and to hear alumni, industry professionals and Macquarie University staff from varying stages in their careers discuss the different pathways they have taken.

When: Tuesday 12 July 2016; 8 am – 10 am.

Where: Lecture Theatre 1, Australian Hearing Hub

More information: Event website

RSVP: 5 July 2016

Casual Teaching Applications for S2 2016 close next Friday 15th July

The call for S2 tutors has now opened, applications close 11:55pm Friday 15th July, 2016. There are NEW requirements under the universities reviewed “Casual Academic Recruitment” policy so please ensure you read the instructions outlined on the link below carefully.
To apply you must;
1. complete the online registration form found here https://docs.google.com/a/mq.edu.au/forms/d/1P7_QQ7G9Yq65F3IUmUcpJmVFvNXbQnpC9S0NuejqulQ/viewform
2. If you are a PhD or 2nd Year MRes student then you will need to upload your CV etc…., via either BIOL899 or BIOL990 ILearn page.
OR if you are not either then please email <jennifer.rowland@mq.edu.au> for further instructions on what documents you need to supply and where to send them.

Concur Unavailability

An upgrade to Concur is taking place from 8am Thu 14 July to 8am Mon 18 July, 2016 AEST.

As a result the following systems and services will be impacted:

• You will be unable to login into Concur during this time
• You will be unable to login to the mobile application during this time

Genes to Geosciences Outlook Meeting – 26-27 July 2016, 9.00am-5.00pm

Macquarie University building W5C rooms 320, 301 & 302

Please see attached flyer.

Genes to Geosciences Outlook Meeting 2016 Program (6 July 2016)

Careers Fair on the 3rd August from 12-3pm at the Atrium (C10A)

On the day, there will be a panel discussion organized by the Chartered Accountants of Australia from 11am-1pm  to introduce you to a career in Accounting, and a Graduate Panel (1-2pm), both in C10A, Level 3.

Exhibitors will include: Vodafone, Legion Consulting, Engineers Australia, Commonwealth Bank, Finsia, Aussie Commerce Group, various start-up companies, Royal Rehab, Optiver, Dixon Advisory … and many many more.

Please register for the event on CareerHub: https://www.careerhub.mq.edu.au/

Semester 2 Careers Fair Posters updated

Semester 2 Careers Fair – onevision

National Rewilding Forum 2016, 7th September @ Taronga Zoo, Sydney (9am – 6pm)

Please see attached for more info.

NationalRewildingForum_Sept16

Wild Science Race @ Taronga Zoo

Our Advanced Biology students have been putting a science week activity together that will be held on three days during science week (August 16, 19 and 20). August 16 and 19 are for high school students and August 20 for the public. So far there will be 200 students on August 16 zipping between 6 wild science checkpoints and completing activities. We will need help from 9.30-2.30 on each day.

We are in great need to staff / postgrads to assist with the race. We need some extras at checkpoints to help the Advanced Bio groups and to also act as rovers to help manage the event (directing participants, stamping, entertaining if checkpoints are crowded etc

It is a great opportunity to work with Advanced Bio and Zoo staff and to showcase the Department and Macquarie. All you need is enthusiasm and a working with children check (online app and pretty easy to get). Please email Michelle Power and let her know what days you can help out.

Plant of the Week – Hakea laurina – the Pincushion Hakea

Paper and Bins

Did you miss out on a desktop mini-bin?

Do you need a paper recycling bin?

Samantha Newton <samantha.newton@mq.edu.au> has spares to give away. Send her an email and your bin will be delivered.

Department of Geography and the Environment of University of Oxford is advertising a 5 year Departmental Research Lectureship in Ecosystems Science. They are particularly interested in people with research interests in remote sensing, GIS and statistical data analysis:  http://www.eci.ox.ac.uk/about/vacancies.html

Future City Summit by HKU Students

From demographic changes to socio-economic problems, urban issues are gaining prominence in national and even international agendas. Now is the best time to talk about the future of urban development.

Do you aspire to make an impact?

Ready to expose yourself on the global stage?

The Future City Summit aims to gather young bright minds across the globe, especially in the Asia Pacific, in the aim of advocating a development agenda for cities. Throughout the four-day programme, delegates along with distinguished guest speakers will explore issues of urban resilience, smart city development and urban lifestyles in the new era.

The Future City Summit is a 4-day academic program, held from August 4 (Thursday) to August 7 (Sunday) this year in Hong Kong, featuring four main aspects of exploration for delegates to choose from, namely “The People,” “The Capital,” “The Culture,” and “The Environment.”

Application Deadline:

July 15, 2016 (Friday)

International Delegates Fee: US$250

Hong Kong Delegates Fee: HK$90

Application:

Please apply through our website, www.futurecitysummit.org, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview.

Should there be any inquiry, please do not hesitate to get in touch with the team at info@futurecitysummit.org

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