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John and Robin de Laeter Science Engagement Scholarship

The Gravity Discovery Centre calls for applications for the John and Robin de Laeter Scholarship. www.gravitycentre.com.au/

*Eligibility* One scholarship will be awarded to a tertiary student or graduate with completed units in Science Communication or equivalent experience.

*Purpose* During the tenure of this scholarship you will work with researchers and science communicators to create a quality exhibit which will be seen by tens of thousands of visitors to the Gravity Discovery Centre, and which will help motivate and educate young people.

*Details of the Scholarship* • The scholarship work will occur between November 2010 and March 2011. • The successful applicant will receive a total stipend of $4000.

*Location* The scholarship holder will be expected to work closely with staff at universities in Perth and at the GDC, located about an hour’s drive north of Perth. You will be expected to arrange your own travel to and from the GDC. Onsite accommodation during weeknights could be arranged at the Centre or nearby.

*The scholarship* There are many exhibits that could be developed. Support from university scientists, technicians, science communicators and GDC staff will be available to assist, however the scholarship winner will be encouraged to come up with your own ideas. The following are examples that could be developed: • Cosmic ray detection • Free fall auto-lift and release mechanism • Geometry in curved space video • Remote control free fall experiment for Tower • Cloud chamber • Trigger Plants in Action • Big Slinky: waves in Slow Motion • Solar powered indoor fountain and fan • Resonance in vibrating wires.

The scholarship holder will develop one exhibit to be completed by 31 March, 2011. Candidates may apply to work on one of the suggested exhibit projects or propose one of your own. One of the first tasks will be to develop a detailed exhibit proposal and budget.

*Who should apply* People who like science, especially physics, enjoy learning new things and are keen to develop skills in exhibit development and creation.

*How to apply* Your application should summarise your educational qualifications and most importantly refer to your own projects and activities that demonstrate your relevant abilities and interests.

Send applications by email to education@gdc.asn.au or by post to: Centre Manager Gravity Discovery Centre 1098 Military Road Gingin West 6503

Applications close on Friday 29 October 2010

For further information: Contact the Education Manager at the GDC: education@gdc.asn.au or phone 9575 7577 _______________________________________________ ASC-list mailing list list@asc.asn.au http://www.asc.asn.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=97&Itemid=115

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FYI:

See video of the last session, “What Have Animals Ever Done For Us?” – http://is.gd/g7K04

And here’s photos – http://is.gd/g7JY0

The details for tomorrow night’s session in Sydney again:

*”Do we really need the oceans?” * *7pm – 9pm* *Wednesday, 20 October 2010 * *Top floor, Harlequin Inn* *152-156 Harris St, Pyrmont*

– Wilson da Silva

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Come and join us for the second of our *Biodiversity in the Pub* series: “Do we really need the oceans?”

The importance of the oceans to the planet’s biodiversity will be discussed with OceanWatch’s Brad Warren, marine invertebrates researchers Maria Byrne and leopard seal expert and Antarctic researcher, Tracey Rogers. The discussion will be chaired by Wilson da Silva, editor of COSMOS, and it promises to be a night of fun, with stimulating discussion, a few laughs, trivia questions and door prizes.

Drinks are provided, and there’s $400 in prizes to win!

*”Do we really need the oceans?” * *7pm – 9pm* *Wednesday, 20 October 2010 * *Top floor, Harlequin Inn* *152-156 Harris St, Pyrmont*

Brought to you by COSMOS and the Royal Institution of Australia, in association with Science in the City. This event is made possible by a grant from the Council of Australasian Museum Directors with funding from the Science Connections Program of the Federal Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research.

For more information, visit http://is.gd/g7yYP

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Dear ASC List-ers,

Perhaps this role would suit you or somebody you know?

Best,

Kali ASC Office

*Editor with science background wanted*

RaggAhmed is an health and communications consultancy, based in Rozelle in Sydney’s inner west. We looking for an experienced editor to work in house with us for an average of two days a week from now until June 2011. The ideal person will have a science, social sciences or health sciences qualification as well as an excellent eye for detail and good organisational skills.

The project involves editing and writing a suite of publications for a range of audiences for an important government client.

You would be part of a small team in a friendly, flexible work environment. For more information about our organisation, please visit www.raggahmed.com. To apply, please send a covering letter and your CV to Catherine Stevens, Deputy director, at catherine@raggahmed.com.

Catherine Stevens

Deputy director

RaggAhmed

Suite 3, 655A Darling St, Rozelle NSW 2039

T: 02 9818 8222

F: 02 9810 2277

E: catherine@raggahmed.com

W: www.raggahmed.com

Disclaimer: This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to which they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please delete it.

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Hi List Members,

Pending confirmation of our web calendar functionality, do you have any upcoming courses in science outreach / marketing as per the request below?

Best,

Kali ASC Office

Dear ASC List Members,

Might you be in a position to contribute to this potential story on how / whether technology is now enabling more public engagement in science? Details below.

Thanks Glen for providing initial comment and seeking collective input.

Best,

Kali ASC Office

ps On a mildly related note: when Pamela Hines (AAAS, Science, Education, Senior Editor) was here in Sydney for a SNUSE gathering ( http://www2.science.unsw.edu.au/guide/slatig/snuse.html) I remember her great interest in science education that was including the students and/or public as researchers. This request seems to be leaning in a similar direction so if any readers have information, stories, case studies, research on this topic then perhaps you would consider sharing this on our web site (http://www.asc.asn.au/) as a topic of interest?

SCIENCE COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER PV1018 MATERNITY LEAVE (12 MONTH CONTRACT) Children’s Medical Research Institute (CMRI) was Australia’s first dedicated paediatric research facility and continues to be one of the nation’s most highly regarded independent medical research centres. Located at Westmead, its research focuses on the areas of embryonic development and birth defects, cancer, nerve cell signalling and gene therapy. CMRI’s research programs are supported by state of the art facilities and dynamic, committed research and support staff; our achievements are made possible by a network of community supporters and the Jeans for Genes® fundraising campaign. CMRI is currently seeking the services of an experienced Science Communications Officer for a maternity leave relief contract. Duties will include:- · Manage the functionality, structure and content of the organisation’s website, which will include: write, compile, edit and upload content via the Elcom content management system, ensuring editorial accuracy. · Support and manage the media needs and opportunities for all CMRI’s research and some of its fundraising activities in collaboration with external PR company · Deliver and project manage the outreach program (to school students, teachers and community groups) and participate in future program reviews · Write, compile and provide editorial content for the Institute’s publications, including: the website, newsletters, brochures and fundraising materials · Manage the Internal Communications Committee and produce the quarterly internal newsletter · Respond to public enquiries about CMRI’s research programs, and refer where appropriate to support services As the successful applicant, you will have the following skills and attributes; · A minimum of five (5) years experience in professional writing in relation to science, medicine and research · Tertiary qualifications in communication, marketing, PR or a related discipline. · Demonstrated ability to provide, under limited direction as a member of a small team, high quality, timely and professional science and/or corporate writing and editing. · Experience producing written material for specific audiences including scientists, collaborators, supporters and donors, government and industry stakeholders, and the public. · Experience producing promotional and display material and provision of support for promotional events. · Experience in media liaison, developing and executing an appropriate PR strategy and writing press releases. · Computer skills, including high level knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, and experience working with a CMS. · A sound understanding of the concepts and terminology common in science and medicine. · Ability to work to deadlines, manage conflicting priorities, and high attention to detail. · Demonstrated high level interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. · Willingness to travel to deliver presentations and attend media events as required, which may be outside normal working hours. · Current C Class driver’s license and own vehicle. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and professional organisation that is experiencing exciting growth. You will be provided with a competitive remuneration package in accordance with qualifications and experience. Additional benefits include the provision of private medical health insurance, a Public Benevolent Institution salary packaging scheme and participation in an employer-contributed superannuation fund. Applications including a cover letter (citing Position No. 1018), plus resume should be submitted to:

Human Resources Manager Children’s Medical Research Institute Email: recruitment@cmri.org.au

Applications must be received by 25th October 2010. Further information on CMRI may be found at www.cmri.org.au and www.jeansforgenes.org.au. Enquiries regarding this position can be directed to Sonia Tecli on 8865-2800

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*Science Bloggers – I want to hear from YOU!*

If you write a science related blog, then may I invite you to submit blog entries for one of the more popular science blog carnivals on the web. I will be hosting the 25 October edition of Scientia Pro Publica (Science for the People) at my blog, Traversing the Razor. The post is hereat http://traversingtherazor.wordpress.com/

*It would be great to get more Australian blogs onto it.*

In fact, for those of you in the media, the story of the rise of science blogging and blog carnivals is an interesting one. This is consolidating as a way of delivering science content on the web, especially with the take up of blogs by newspapers like the Guardian in England, and journals like Nature hosting blogs too. I’m happy to help out here if you’re interested in the story.

> From the > blog

Soon I will have the honour to present to you, dear readers, the 43rd Editionof *Scientia Pro Publica http://scientiablogcarnival.blogspot.com/*! This was a recent revelation for me, and I was fortunate enough to be included in edition 42hosted at Cosmodynamics http://cosmodynamics.blogspot.com/. Thanks Vanessa!

*Scientia Pro Publica* is a bi-weekly carnival of the best science writing (well communication generally) from across the blogosphere. It has grown in stature to the point where the convener is now seriously contemplating making this a weekly thing. In other words, *Scientia Pro Publica* is becoming something akin to the Nature of science blogging. Ok, that might be a bit of a stretch, however, it is like a magazine – it relies on public blog submissions and the host to compile and editorialize a selection of submitted blog posts. Currently, it receives more than 50 submissions each time, and this grows with each new host as the network expands.

So, watch this space.

*More importantly, if you are interested in science and writing, and would like to submit, just use the online form. http://blogcarnival.com/bc/submit_6714.html*

I would be interested in hearing from bloggers in earth science disciplines, as geology is my “home discipline”. That said, I have very broad scientific interests, so anything is welcome. You will notice that Traversing the Razor has very little geology in it!

The more the merrier! You may even want to host it yourself sometime!

Can’t wait to see your submissions!!

Cheers,

Mike Master of Science Communication candidate, The University of Western Australia http://traversingtherazor.wordpress.com/

Hi Nancy, despite being a paid up member of the ASC, it appears they have me blocked to write to the ASC list still. I was trying to write an email about the Scientia Pro Publica Science blog carnival (which I am hosting soon). The email text is below, if you possibly could/had time, could you send it out on my behalf as the ASC is taking a while to respond to my requests…

Thanks, Mike

*Science Bloggers – I want to hear from YOU!*

*If you write a science related blog, then may I invite you to submit blog entries for one of the more popular science blog carnivals on the web. I will be hosting the 25 October edition of Scientia Pro Publica (Science for the People) at my blog, Traversing the Razor. The post is hereat http://traversingtherazor.wordpress.com/*

*It would be great to get more Australian blogs on to it. *

*In fact, for those of you in the media, the story of the rise of science blogging and blog carnivals is an interesting one. This is consolidating as a way of delivering science content on the web, especially with the take up of blogs by newspapers like the Guardian in England, and journals like Nature hosting blogs too. I’m happy to help out here if you’re interested in the story.*

>From the blog :

Soon I will have the honour to present to you, dear readers, the 43rd Editionof *Scientia Pro Publica http://scientiablogcarnival.blogspot.com/*! This was a recent revelation for me, and I was fortunate enough to be included in edition 42hosted at Cosmodynamics http://cosmodynamics.blogspot.com/. Thanks Vanessa! *Scientia Pro Publica* is a bi-weekly carnival of the best science writing (well communication generally) from across the blogosphere. It has grown in stature to the point where the convener is now seriously contemplating making this a weekly thing. In other words, *Scientia Pro Publica* is becoming something akin to the Nature of science blogging. Ok, that might be a bit of a stretch, however, it is like a magazine – it relies on public blog submissions and the host to compile and editorialize a selection of submitted blog posts. Currently, it receives more than 50 submissions each time, and this grows with each new host as the network expands.

So, watch this space.

*More importantly, if you are interested in science and writing, and would like to submit, just use the online form. http://blogcarnival.com/bc/submit_6714.html*

I would be interested in hearing from bloggers in earth science disciplines, as geology is my “home discipline”. That said, I have very broad scientific interests, so anything is welcome. You will notice that Traversing the Razor has very little geology in it!

The more the merrier! You may even want to host it yourself sometime!

Can’t wait to see your submissions!!

Cheers,

Mike http://traversingtherazor.wordpress.com/

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