Sunday, February 24, 2008

Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Don't forget to vote - ALIA BOD

It's election time for ALIA. Members are asked to vote to elect board members and a vice president. You can read about the candidates here.

Philip Keane, Helen Partridge and Michelle Brennand are all seeking re-election. New candidates are Brenda McConchie, Gail Schmidt and Kate Sinclair. Kevin Dudeney and Jan Richards are vying for the position of Vice President.

Ballot papers will be included in the March issue of inCite. Voting closes 9 April 2008.

Have your say. Make your vote count.

Job opportunity: P/T Library Tech (Melbourne)

20 hrs per week

The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute is one of Australia's leading biomedical research institutes, with a strong history of significant discoveries of clinical importance and an outstanding international reputation.

We are seeking an experienced part time staff member to support the operations of the library. Duties include document delivery, cataloguing, serials focusing on the library management system and general duties as directed. The successful applicant will have completed a recognised Library qualification and be eligible for membership of ALIA.

Familiarity with a library management system (preferably Unicorn) is essential, as is experience with online and web based information resources. Solid IT skills, including Word, Excel and database software (Access, FileMaker Pro) are required, and strong attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team are also necessary for this role. Experience in a health, special or academic environment is desirable .

The position is available for one year in the first instance. Salary range: $44,462 - $47,187 (paid pro rata @ 0.57 FTE). Up to 17% superannuation and very attractive salary packaging options are available.

A position description is available on our website.

Enquiries on the role can be directed to Jo Marshall.

Written applications, including CV and the contact details of three professional referees should be forwarded to:

Human Resources Manager
The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research
1G Royal Parade, Parkville
Victoria 3050

Alternatively, email your application.

Closing Date: Thursday 28 February 2008