(Full time and Part-time ( fixed term))

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The appointees will contribute to Professor Westoby’s ARC-funded project on comparative leaf economics and ecological strategies; http://www.bio.mq.edu.au/Ecology/

Applicants must have a degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent.

Preference will be given to applicants with strong research potential as indicated by academic record or past research accomplishments or the opinion of their referees.

Experience in any of botanical fieldwork, identification, morphology, physiology, demography, computing, or evolutionary theory would be an advantage. Ability to prepare research for publication would be well regarded.

All enquiries concerning the position or your application should be referred to Ms. Robyn Delves on (02) 9850 8153 or rdelves@rna.bio.mq.edu.au

Positions are available for a period of one year, and may be offered either full-time or part-time, with the possibility of further appointment subject to funding and satisfactory performance. Applicants should indicate on their application whether they are interested in a full-time or part-time position.

Salary range: Level 5 - $46,108 to $51,998 pa including base salary $38,962 to $43,939 pa, 17% employers’s superannuation and annual leave loading. Pro rata rates apply to part-time employment.

Applications in writing, including full curriculum vitae and full academic record and quoting reference number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including e-mail address) of three referees should be forwarded to the Recruitment Manager, Personnel Office, Macquarie University, NSW 2109, by 10th January, 2003. 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