| SUMMARY OF THIS R&D INFO, November 8, 2002 NEWS ALERTS 1. ALP RESEARCH DISCUSSION
PAPER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY 4. CALL TO JOIN GLOBAL R&D PROJECT FELLOWSHIPS 5. ABC MEDIA OPPOURUNITY FOR SCIENTISTS - Science Media Fellowships EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 6. SENIOR RESEARCH
SCIENTIST/PRINCIPAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST -CSIRO Mathematical and Information
Sciences CONFERENCE 9. NATIONAL CONFERENCE - Creating Critical Mass For Technology Parks & Incubators
1. ALP RESEARCH DISCUSSION PAPER The Australian Labor
Party has released a policy paper setting out possible ideas for a long-term
national research strategy which values researchers and scientists and
encourages innovation through industry partnerships. Issues addressed
in the paper include research priority setting; public investment in research;
private sector research; commercialisation; collaborations; international
implications of research; and a commitment to consultation. 2. VICTORIAN INNOVATION STATEMENT The Victorian Government has announced a second tranche of funding of $310 million for science, technology and research initiatives in a new innovation statement, `Victorians. Bright Ideas. Brilliant Future’. Of the total, $196 willl be allocated through the STI Second Generation flexible funding program, which includes competitive grants for science, technology and research infrastructure. $50 million will be spent on research into sustainable land and water use, to be undertaken by Department of Natural Resources and Environment research units; $30 million will be spent on a program called Building Innovative Businesses which will replace the Technology Commercialisation Program; and an additional $5 million will be spent on the School Innovation in Science program. 3. WA SCIENCE PRIZES The Western Australian Premier’s inaugural $10,000 Prize for Achievement in Science has been won by Professor Barry Marshall for his work related toulcer causing bacterium.Professor Marshall was the co-discoverer of the ulcer causing bacterium Helicobacter pylori with Dr Robin Warren, and he went on to develop a blood test, a biopsy test and a breath test to easily diagnose the bacterium. The inaugural Premier's Prize for Early Career Achievement was won jointly by Kliti Grice from Curtin University (geochemistry) and Professor Andre Luiten from the University of Western Australia (theoretical physics) who were awarded $5000 each.
4. CALL TO JOIN GLOBAL R&D PROJECT
Academic and research institutions, hardware and software suppliers, system integrators, environmental engineers and manufacturer end users are invited to participate as partners in the project. Both large organisations and SMEs from across Australia will join current participants from Japan, Europe, Canada and the USA. The Australian IMS Secretariat can offer some SMEs financial assistance in the project’s formative stages. The R&D aspect of the AEMS project is expected to run for four years and involve three primary technologies – novel biosensors for environmental applications, telemetry, and modelling and decision-making software. Partners would collaborate using both face-to-face meetings and electronic communication. As with all IMS R&D projects, participants will be able to share in the ownership of any new intellectual property that is generated and to commercialise the resulting products and services. In addition to the AEMS, there are a number of other IMS projects in which Australian companies of all sizes can become involved. Those interested in participating should contact the IMS Australia Secretariat on +61 2 9928 2366, email IMSAustralia@au.ims.org or visit http://www.au.ims.org FELLOWSHIPS 5. ABC MEDIA OPPOURUNITY FOR SCIENTISTS - Science Media Fellowships Are you a scientist who is passionate about sharing your knowledge and bringing your ideas to a wider audience? Do you want to find
out how the media works and how to get accurate science into The ABC is offering
three Science Media Fellowships in 2003 for practising scientists and
engineers with several years experience in their fields. The six week,
full-time fellowships will commence on March 10, 2003. You will undergo
a media training course then work with ABC science radio, television and
online It is expected the fellows will continue to be paid by their employers during their placement but they will receive a grant to cover domestic travel costs, accomodation and other expenses in Sydney. Fellows will spend at least 4 weeks of their placement working on a Radio or TV program or with Online Science. Applications Your application must include: * A brief CV including details of any involvement in communicating scientific matters to a general audience. * A covering letter no longer than 300 words on why you are applying for the fellowship and in what ways you think you will benefit from the experience. * A letter from your
employer to confirm you can be released for the period of the fellowship.
Science Media Fellowships
Applications may also
be sent via email to: (Please be sure to
include the words "Science Media Fellowship" in the email More information at http://www.abc.net.au/science/fellows or Tel: 02 93331237 Closing date: Friday,
22nd November 2002. EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES 6. SENIOR RESEARCH
SCIENTIST/PRINCIPAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST Attractive Salary Package on Offer Ref: 02/S28 We are seeking an enthusiastic Senior Research Scientist/Principal Research Scientist to help develop analytical capabilities for a Health Data Integration project. This high profile project has been prioritised by CSIRO. You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team with an emphasis on developing methods for handling large and complex linked administrative health data sets. These methods will be designed to solve specific health problems aimed at reducing the population's risk of certain diseases. You will be carrying out epidemiological studies into the prevention of diseases such as colorectal cancer, cardio vascular diseases and dementia. The successful applicant will participate in consultancies and product development for industry as well as conducting strategic research in areas that utilise statistics and epidemiological techniques, especially targeting the health and well being of young Australians. To secure this position you will need a PhD in either biostatistics, epidemiology, statistics or an equivalent post-graduate qualification and relevant experience. Applications close Monday 18 November 2002. For selection documentation and details on how to apply visit http://www.csiro.au/careers. 7. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
MANAGER - CSIRO Mathematical & Information Sciences, Canberra Operating at the leading edge of innovation, CSIRO Mathematical and Information Sciences provides technical consulting and research services to a range of organisations Australia wide. We are seeking a creative and proactive person to join a group of focused specialists. You will analyse Australian and domestic IT markets, identifying commercial opportunities to add maximum value using innovative research and development techniques. Developing and managing relations with major clients you will negotiate contracts for significant initiatives and participate in the strategic planning of the Division’s research. Background in the IT Sector and experience working in the Australian IT Sector is essential. Experience working with the Environment, Health or Defence sectors would be beneficial. You will be IT literate so as to facilitate the role IT plays in the delivery of technology-based solutions. MBA graduates are encouraged to apply. Closing date 15 November 8. SCIENTIFIC DIRECTOR * Location preferably Sydney * Attractive package This entity is the premier livestock and innovation research provider in Australia, which has committed to a multi million dollar investment over five years, designed to develop Australia's capacity in genomics, functional genomics and proteomics as applied to sheep. Reporting to a Board representing a consortium of stakeholders, the Director will lead a multi disciplinary science program across a number of organisations, developing innovative R&D strategies, managing the delivery of science research activities, building researcher and organisational relationships, forging national and global bilateral linkages and ensuring the achievement of industry desired outcomes. You will be an internationally recognised scientist and research manager with a background in large scale genetics or biotechnology/genomics programs encompassing strategic planning, industry liaison, commercialisation, budgetary and resource management, and the provision of research leadership. Please send a brief
CV to jw@brookerconsulting.com.au,
9. NATIONAL CONFERENCE - Creating Critical Mass For Technology Parks & Incubators With a special section on Regional Locations Greenhill Enterprise
Centre, Ballarat University, Ballarat This one day Creating Critical Mass For Technology Parks & Incubators, with a special section on Regional Locations Conference is the annual conference for the peak body, Technology Parks & Incubators Australia Ltd. This is a conference for people from business, government, research and education sectors who are interested in or responsible for the development of our technology parks and incubators. Renowned national speakers will give insights into initiatives of creating critical mass for technology parks and incubators and some speakers will address the special issues for developing regional areas. Entrepreneurs and innovators
will also deliver their stories from the corporate Treasurer, Minister for Innovation and Minister for State and Regional Development in Victoria, The Hon John Brumby will launch the Conference. Speakers Include: * Dr Mark Bradley,
CEO, Australian Technology Park Innovations Pty Ltd, * Mr John Harvey, Corporate Affairs Executive, IBM Australia/New Zealand * Mr Steve Ryan, Business Development Manager, Zernike Australia Pty Ltd * Mr Stan Jeffrey, Chief Executive, Ballarat Technology Park, Victoria * Dr Chris Kirk, Director,
Research Policy and Innovation, Massey University, * Mr George Fong, Hunter Page Development Pty Ltd, Ballarat * Mr Neil Edwards,
Secretary, Victorian Department of Innovation, Industry * Dr Jonathan Spring, Managing Director, CEOS Pty Ltd * Mr Colin Graham,
Director, The Innovation Centre Sunshine Coast Pty Ltd, * Ms Sue Bell, La Trobe Technology Enterprise Centre, Melbourne Plus a forum on: * Outcome from State
and Federal Government Stakeholders Advisory Committee on Technology Parks
and Incubators Meeting.
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