| SUMMARY OF THIS R&D INFO, November 21, 2002 ________________________________________________________ 1. `POLICY-DRIVEN’
GRANTS FOR QUEENSLAND PhD STUDENTS RESEARCH FUNDING 5. APPLICATIONS INVITED
FOR THE PREMIER'S COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH PROGRAM (ROUND1) EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 7. NMR SPECTROSCOPIST
FOR DRUG DISCOVERY BUSINESS SERVICES 9. ERNST & YOUNG
R&D SERVICES CONFERENCE 10. WHITTLESEA TO HOST
NATIONAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT INNOVATION CONFERENCE PUBLICATION 11. THE SCITECH TECHNOLOGY
DIRECTORY 2002 - CLEARANCE SALE _______________________________________________________ NEWS ALERTS 1. `POLICY-DRIVEN’ GRANTS FOR QUEENSLAND PhD STUDENTS The Queensland Government
has established a grant system for PhD students under which, in return
for supporting the students, it will tap into the research and its findings
and use the information in formulating policies. Premier Peter Beattie
said that the aim is to create a direct bridge between the cutting edge
research being undertaken by the state’s best and brightest PhD
students and government policy-making. Grants of $100,000 over three years
will be provided to Queensland PhD students who are undertaking research
on topics relevant to Queensland’s key priorities. These key priorities
are: more jobs for Queensland; safer and more supportive communities;
better quality of life; valuing the environment; and building Queensland's
regions. 2. NEW $70m SUSTAINABLE MINING FOUNDATION A new $70 million foundation
dedicated to finding sustainable solutions for major environmental challenges
facing the Australian minerals and metals industries and their customers
in the Asia-Pacific region has been established by Rio Tinto, in conjunction
with the Federal Government. 3. IBM AND IMB IN BIOINFORMATICS DEAL The Queensland Institute
for Molecular Bioscience and IBM have entered into a three-year, multi-million
dollar life science research and bioinformatics collaboration. The pharmaceutical
industry’s 10-year action agenda has been released, setting the
target of doubling its share of the global industry by 2012 by building
more innovative partnerships between research, industry and international
enterprises. _______________________________________________________ 5. APPLICATIONS INVITED FOR THE PREMIER'S COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH PROGRAM (ROUND1) PREMIER'S SCIENCE COUNCIL - WESTERN AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT The Premier's Collaborative Research Program seeks to enhance inter-agency research collaboration and cooperation between State Government agencies, industry and academe to stimulate significant growth in knowledge in areas of importance to the State. Grants are open to application by State Government agencies. Eligible projects will demonstrate active research collaboration, in areas of strategic priority for Western Australia, between two or more State Government research agencies and at least one external partner from academe, industry or federal research agencies, such as CSIRO and the Australian Institute for Marine Science. To achieve significant outcomes research projects funded through the program will involve comprehensive scientific investigations into fields such as water resource management, environmental remediation, protection of WA's natural heritage, health research in priority areas such as indigenous health and projects to enhance the State's mining, energy and agricultural sectors. Grants will be in the order of $600,000 over three years and require contributions from project partners. One grant per year will be awarded for each of the ensuing three years 2004/05, 2005/06 and 2006/07. Guidelines for the Premier's Collaborative Research Program may be accessed at http://www.sciencecouncil.dpc.wa.gov.au. Closing date for expression of interest applications is 31 January 2003. For further information (not for guidelines) contact Ms Linda Penny, Senior Policy Officer, Office of Science and Innovation on 9222 8883 or email at lpenny@dpc.wa.gov.au.
PREMIER'S SCIENCE COUNCIL - WESTERN AUSTRALIA GOVERNMENT
The successful applicants will build and sustain world-class research teams with international linkages, increase the level of external funding brought to the State and significantly enhance the State's research effort. APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED
FROM HOST INSTITUTIONS SEEKING TO ATTRACT RESEARCH FELLOWS UNDER THE SCHEME For further information (not for application forms) contact Ms Linda Penny, Senior Policy Officer, Office of Science and Innovation on tel: 9222 8883 or email at lpenny@dpc.wa.gov.au _______________________________________________________ 7. NMR SPECTROSCOPIST FOR DRUG DISCOVERY Cerylid Biosciences is an Australian biotechnology company located in Melbourne, Australia. Its core business of drug discovery draws upon the unique biodiversity of Australia and SE Asia as a source of natural chemical diversity for biological screening and identification of novel drug candidates. We are currently enhancing our capacity in the Natural Products Chemistry Group in order to meet the needs of our expanded internal screening program in the therapeutic areas of oncology and inflammation. The newly created position will support our highly experienced NMR specialist in the Natural Products Chemistry Group. Responsibilities will include the acquistion of NMR spectra on our 500 MHz Varian INOVA NMR instrument, NMR data management, structure solvation, and instrument maintenance. Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent degree in Chemistry or other relevant discipline and, preferably, post-graduate experience in the field of natural products chemistry and/or NMR spectroscopy. The position requires strong technical experience with all aspects of NMR spectroscopy and structure solvation. Experience with mass spectrometry and modern chromatographic techniques is desirable. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills enabling you to work in a team. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in English are essential. For the right candidate, this represents an excellent opportunity to join an exciting company with significant prospects for growth, and to make important contributions globally in the competitive field of drug discovery. Closing Date for applications: 6 December 2002. Please send your Curriculum
Vitae, with the names and contact details of three referees to: 8. CHIEF SCIENTIST - Forestry Tasmania Are You A Scientist,
A Strategic Thinker and A People Manager? Forestry Tasmania's business is successfully managing 1.5 million hectares of forests for multiple use. The Chief Scientist leads a research team aimed at improving productivity and sustainability of our native forests and plantations. We face many challenges in progressively delivering innovative forest land management. We are looking for someone to assist us in this task, who aspires to be a national leader of applied research in sustainable forest management. The position works with an Executive team and Board who are committed to innovation and knowledge as benchmarks for future success of the business. If you are a professional forest scientist with national standing * able to provide science leadership to our research programs; * motivated to see research results applied to practical operations and forest resource management; and * committed to sustainable management of natural and plantation forest resources, then we have a unique career opportunity for you and are keen to engage with you. The successful person
will be offered a contract and attractive remuneration. For further information
contact: Applications should
be addressed to: _______________________________________________________ BUSINESS SERVICES 9. ERNST & YOUNG R&D SERVICES Small R&D companies in loss should be careful not to miss out on receiving a cash rebate through the new R&D Tax Offset. Companies that have an annual turnover up to $5 million and spend up to $1 million on R&D a year may qualify. The cash rebate will return 37.5 cents in the dollar for companies entitled to a 125% deduction under the Tax Concession. To find out more about this Offset, R&D Tax Concession, EMDG or other R&D assistance please contact Ernst & Young. Ernst & Young Australia boasts one of the most experienced and multi-disciplined Innovation & Incentives practices in Australia. Comprising specialists with hands-on expertise in developing technology and leveraging government assistance, Ernst & Young's team is dedicated to helping clients gain maximum value from their R&D investments. Ernst & Young's nationwide network and extensive experience makes it one of the leading providers of R&D services in Australia. For more information on how Ernst & Young can help, please contact an office near you. Perth: Robin Parsons (08) 9429 2251 Adelaide: Terry Zander (08) 8233 7106 Melbourne: Alun Needham (03) 9288 8099 Sydney: Craig Fowler (02) 9248 5308 Brisbane: Lindsay Somerville (07) 3011 3236 _______________________________________________________ CONFERENCE 10. WHITTLESEA TO HOST NATIONAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT INNOVATION CONFERENCE February 14, 2003, Melbourne Examples of local government innovation from across the nation will be presented at the City of Whittlesea's 'Intelligent Cities: the smart future for your council' national conference to be held in Melbourne on February 14 next year. The event, the city's third annual Technology Innovation Conference, will bring together local government planners, developers and decision makers for an opportunity to listen and interact with outstanding presenters from Australia and overseas. The conference will discuss topics including the development of e-government, models for the broadbanding of new and established communities and world-class planning, business analysis and infrastructure initiatives. Case studies of innovative projects will also be presented to delegates. Key speakers will include David J. Molchany, Chief Information Officer of Fairfax County, USA, Dr Steve Hodgkinson, Director eGovernment Strategy and Policy for Multimedia Victoria and Robin Eckermann, Chief Architect for TransACT Communications. For more information go to http://www.whittlesea.vic.gov.au/conference or contact the City of Whittlesea's Jackie Phillips on (03) 9217 2335 or email conference@whittlesea.vic.gov.au _______________________________________________________ PUBLICATION 11. THE SCITECH TECHNOLOGY DIRECTORY 2002 - CLEARANCE SALE Stocks of the 2002 Edition of The Scitech Technology Directory are now being cleared at less than half-price. The Directory provides
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