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Staff Notices: 1 - 5 February 2010
Table of Contents
- Uni in the News
- General Information for Staff
- Events
- Training and Development Opportunities
- Information for Researchers
Uni in the News
Digital media entrepreneurship
Digital media entrepreneurs could apply for one of five scholarships to a University of Adelaide course. Developed in consultation with industry leaders, the Entrepreneurship, Commercialisation and Innovation Centre offers those in the digital media field a chance to learn real-world entrepreneurial strategy for the rapidly changing and fast-growing industry. The course is part of a master's degree or can be completed as an individual accredited course. Enrolments close 26 February.
Source: The Advertiser, 19 January 2010
Green light on plant growth
Plant scientists are speeding up the search for new crop varieties in the world's biggest Plant Accelerator at the University of Adelaide's Waite Campus. Plants move along 1km of conveyor belts through climate-controlled "Smarthouses". They are watered and sprayed. Five imaging stations capture different types of information about each plant: leaf temperature, leaf water content, soil water content, overall plant growth and health. Director, Professor Mark Tester, said the aim was to "unlock the power of plant genomics, using new technologies to look at how plants grow".
Source: The Advertiser, 29 January 2010
Uni full story: $30m super greenhouse to help sustain global agriculture
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General Information for Staff
Hughes Plaza Precinct Access
Due to the development of the new Hughes Plaza Learning Hub, access around Hughes Plaza is restricted from January 2010, as the entire plaza becomes a construction site, and some services are relocated.
Download the following for details:
General Access Changes in Hughes Plaza Precinct (pdf)
Student Accommodation's new location (pdf)
Building Access Changes for the School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design (pdf)
Building Access Changes for the School of Computer Science (pdf)
Building Access Changes for the Confucius Institute (pdf)
Building Access Changes for Elder Hall (pdf)
Building Access Changes for the Image and Copy Centre (pdf)
Building Access Changes for the School of Psychology (pdf)
Building Access Changes for Student Support Services (pdf)
Web site: www.adelaide.edu.au/space/hughes/access/
New Policy
On 7 January 2010, the Vice-Chancellor and President approved the new "Research Grants, Contracts and Consultancies Policy", available at: http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/122/.
This Policy applies to all University of Adelaide staff, on fixed-term and continuing appointments, who are involved in externally-funded research grants, contracts and consultancies. It also applies to non-staff affiliates and titleholders when undertaking activities within their University role, subject to any conditions of appointment.
Staff are encouraged to secure external research funding in support of their research and the University's strategic vision.
External funding includes research grants, contract research and consultancies, and is a critical part of the University's activity.
Funds from most research activity can be reported to the Commonwealth Government as part of the University's annual research income
return, thus generating infrastructure funding as well as providing additional funding for the researchers undertaking the work.
This Policy sets out the structures within the University to support and govern that activity, as well as the principles and
procedures that apply to the process of seeking and expending external research funding.
The National Employment Standards (NES)
As of 1 January 2010, National Employment Standards (NES) make up a new safety net of workplace conditions for all Australian workers. The NES comprises 10 minimum conditions of employment that are set out in the Fair Work Act 2009.
In the main, the NES will result in little change to conditions of employment for staff of the University of Adelaide. The most significant changes will apply to long-term casual staff who will receive entitlements additional to those currently provided by the University in respect of unpaid parental leave, unpaid carer's leave and unpaid compassionate leave.
To assist in understanding the NES and the impact on University staff, a series of fact sheets have been developed on each of the 10 minimum standards. The minimum standards relate to:
- Maximum weekly hours of work
- Requests for flexible working arrangements
- Parental leave and related entitlements
- Annual leave
- Personal/carer's leave and compassionate leave
- Community Service leave
- Long service leave
- Public holidays
- Notice of termination and redundancy pay
- Requirement to provide new staff with a Fair Work Information Statement
You are encouraged to view the fact sheets at: www.adelaide.edu.au/hr/conditions/nes/.
If you have any concerns about the NES or other conditions of employment please contact the HR Service Centre at: hrservicecentre@adelaide.edu.au or 8313 1111.
A full copy of the NES and the Fair Work Information Statement can also be accessed at: www.adelaide.edu.au/hr/conditions/nes/.
Legal and Risk Newsletter
The fifth edition of the Legal & Risk newsletter - UNIlink - is now accessible from our webpage: www.adelaide.edu.au/legalandrisk/newsletter/.
UNIlink provides updates on our major projects, and general material to help increase understanding of legal and risk issues across the University.
In this issue of UNIlink, we begin our series of articles on the many and varied issues surrounding the increased use of Web 2.0 technology. We review the Legal Compliance Project, inform you about Fraud Control Induction, discuss Disability Discrimination in education and delve into Risk Management at the University.
We hope you find this edition informative and we look forward to receiving your feedback and suggestions.
Vacant Positions
Events
FREE Public Health Seminar
Menopause: What is effective, safe and best for you?
Presented by: Professor Alastair MacLennan, Professor and Head of Discipline of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, The University of Adelaide.
Date/Time: Wednesday 24 February 2010, 7:15pm - 9:00pm
Venue: Florey Lecture Theatre, Medical School, Frome Road, Adelaide.
You will hear that:
- menopause is a normal part of a woman's life as ovaries cease functioning
- symptoms vary from none to severe
- managing menopause symptoms should be based on evidence and safety
- healthy lifestyle changes can help
- tailored Hormone Replacement Therapy may be helpful for many women
- no alternative or complementary therapies have proven to be effective
Download: Menopause Seminar flyer (pdf).
To book contact: Michelle Gordon, Centre for Health Promotion, Children, Youth and Women's Health Service, phone 8161 7777.
Field Geology Club of SA - Public Lecture
The Field Geology Club of SA presents a lecture on:
Water harvesting for the future
Presented by: Bruce Naumann, Water Systems Division, City of Salisbury.
The City of Salisbury aims to achieve flood control, environmental protection and assist regional economic development through integrated management and efficient, productive use of all water resources available to the City. This talk will trace how Council started on this path to sustainability and outline plans for the future.
Date/Time: Thursday 4 February 2010, 7:45pm
Venue: Mawson Lecture Theatre, Mawson Laboratories (near corner of Victoria Drive and Frome Road)
Visitors are warmly invited to attend. For further details contact Frances Williams on 0403 153 726 or Paul Curnow on 0402 079 578.
Annual Meeting of the University Community
The Annual Meeting of the University Community (staff, students and graduates) is your opportunity to ask questions about your University. You will also hear reports from the Chancellor and the Vice-Chancellor and President.
Date/Time: Monday 15 February 2010, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Napier 102 Lecture Theatre, Level 1, Napier Building, North Tce Campus
There will be a video link to the Waite and Roseworthy Campuses:
WAITE: Room 205, Charles Hawker Centre
ROSEWORTHY: Room GO5, Eastick Building
Please note that viewers at these locations will be able to see and hear proceedings in Napier 102 but will not be able to ask questions.
The meeting is being convened by the University Council under section 18 of the University of Adelaide Act 1971. The Vice-Chancellor and President will preside at the meeting.
You are encouraged to attend.
Research Tuesdays
Commanding Health
How controlling the movement of cells can lead the fight against cancer, infection and autoimmune disease
Presenter: Professor Shaun McColl, Head of Chemokine Biology and Deputy Head of the School of Molecular & Biomedical Science.
Date/Time: Tuesday 9 February 2010, 5:30pm
Venue: Law Lecture Theatre 2 (Room 333), Level 3 Ligertwood Building, North Tce Campus
FREE Public Seminar. All welcome.
Synopsis: Imperceptible to the naked eye, our bodies are in perpetual motion. Continual cellular movement is a normal, indeed vital physiological function, assisting our growth, maintenance and immune systems.
When the body comes under certain forms of attack, however, it's a very different story. Cellular movement becomes our enemy, facilitating the spread of cancers and the development of autoimmune disease.
But what if that movement could be isolated and controlled? Could these pathologies be slowed, halted or even prevented?
Research at the University of Adelaide's School of Molecular & Biomedical Science appears to be saying, "Yes". And in this inspiring presentation, Professor Shaun McColl explains how.
Adelaide onLION members can register at: www.alumni.adelaide.edu.au/researchtuesdaysfeb.
Non members: RSVP is essential. Please fill in the registration form.
Further enquiries: research.tuesdays@adelaide.edu.au, phone 8303 3692.
Counselling Services Workshops
Semester 1, 2010
This information is for staff who may have students who could benefit from attending any of these workshops.
Download Counselling FREE Workshops (pdf).
Training & Development Opportunities
Professional Management Program - Executive Education Unit
For middle to senior managers or professionals. This interactive program will help you to broaden and strengthen your management skills. It is presented over 12 months in 6 x 2 day modules.
The Professional Management Program is a non award program, suitable for graduates and non-graduates and carries status of 2 courses in the Adelaide MBA.
Discount: 10% offered to University of Adelaide staff.
For further information, contact: Rosemary Tanner, phone 8313 4579.
Enhance Learning and Teaching with Video Conferencing
Video conferencing can have a dramatic effect on learning and teaching enabling classes to span multiple lecture theatres between campuses and even institutions, locally, nationally and internationally. Today, video conferencing systems transcend the simple "talking heads" on a screen with full interactivity between the lecturer and class. Lecturers can use video conferencing to reduce repeated lectures or teach students across campuses.
Video conferencing can also enhance the way the University does business over its multiple campuses with productivity gains in time saved travelling. It can also be used to strengthen bonds with remote colleagues between personal visits and telephone calls. Use Video Conferencing to reduce downtime and increase quality of life for people who would normally travel between campuses for meetings.
The University of Adelaide has state-of-the-art video conferencing facilities on the three campuses of North Terrace, Waite and Roseworthy for lectures and meetings. Full support and training is available.
For further information and to make a booking contact Technology Services, Teaching Technologies on 8303 3933, email: videoconferencing@adelaide.edu.au or refer to Video Conferencing on the Technology Services site: www.adelaide.edu.au/its/av/video_conf/.
Professional and Continuing Education
Certificate IV in TESOL
If you are looking to teach English as a second language in Australia or overseas and wish to gain a qualification in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), then this practical program is for you. The program is accredited as a Certificate IV within Australia and provides the minimum qualification required to teach ESOL. It provides essential training in the usage of communicative methodologies in teaching adult learners, including lesson planning and classroom practice. This program combines face-to-face delivery, self-study and group work. Participants will observe experienced ESOL teachers and participate in teaching practice with ESOL learners at various levels.
Part-time Semi-Intensive Program: 6 March - 20 May 2010
For further information, including selection criteria and fees, visit our website at: www.adelaide.edu.au/elc/courses/tesol/ or contact PCE on 8303 4777.
Language Courses
Open to all adult learners, the University of Adelaide's Centre for Professional and Continuing Education (PCE) offers a wide range of language courses catering for beginners to the more advanced. Full Year courses commence in late March and run for 30 weeks, one evening a week.
Languages offered:
Arabic
Italian
Chinese (Mandarin)
French
German
Indonesian
Japanese
Russian
Spanish
Discount: 5% offered to University of Adelaide staff.
For further information or to enrol please email Rupert Irudayaraj or phone 8303 4777, or visit our website at: www.adelaide.edu.au/pce to view our extensive program offering.
Upcoming Professional Development Courses
Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
Thursday 4 February
Managing Stress in the Workplace
Tuesday 9 February
Project Management
Wednesday 10 February
Customer Service Excellence
Thursday 11 February
Confident and Persuasive Presentations
Tuesday 16 February
Discount: 5% for University of Adelaide staff.
You can now enrol and pay online! Visit our website and follow the easy steps.
For further information visit our website or phone 8303 4777.
Information for Researchers
Adelaide Research & Innovation
The latest commUNIcate RESEARCH news is available online.
Research Branch
See the Research Branch Bulletin for the latest news on major grant rounds & information sessions, a selection of competitive grants, prizes & funding opportunities now open.
