From andrew.hopkins at aao.gov.au Mon Nov 18 13:18:09 2013 From: andrew.hopkins at aao.gov.au (Andrew Hopkins) Date: Mon, 18 Nov 2013 13:18:09 +1100 Subject: [ASA] APRIM 2014 Message-ID: <528978E1.2040900@aao.gov.au> Dear ASA members, I'd like to bring to your attention the 12th Asia-Pacific Regional IAU Meeting (APRIM 2014) being held during August 18 ? 22, 2014 at the Daejeon Convention Center, Daejeon, Korea. The purpose of this conference is to discuss and review state-of-the-art issues and technical information related in the field of astronomy in the Asia-Pacific region. Please see details in the attached flyer. Andrew Hopkins President, ASA -- A.Prof. Andrew Hopkins, Head of AAT Science Australian Astronomical Observatory P.O. Box 915, North Ryde, NSW 1670, Australia ph: +61 2 9372 4849 fax: +61 2 9372 4880 -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Observers who applied for NOAO exchange time at the recent September 15 2013 AAO call for proposals may apply for more time. The deadline is 23:59 Wednesday 27 November. The one page PDF proposals should be emailed to aatts at aao.gov.au . -- Sarah Martell AAT Technical Secretary aatts - at - aao.gov.au -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From john.obyrne at sydney.edu.au Wed Nov 20 23:50:11 2013 From: john.obyrne at sydney.edu.au (John O'Byrne) Date: Wed, 20 Nov 2013 23:50:11 +1100 Subject: [ASA] New CIRA postdoc - extragalactic radio source populations & evolution Message-ID: Dear ASA Colleagues I would like to bring your attention to a new 3-year Postdoc (level A/B) position now offered at Curtin's Institute of Radio Astronomy (CIRA). Applications are now open for an outstanding researcher to work on radio galaxy populations and evolution. The successful applicant will join a vibrant and growing group at CIRA, with access to the new MWA telescope and sky survey data, as well as potential involvement in the design and verification of the SKA low instrument. For more information and to apply on-line, please view the Curtin University advert at https://webkiosk.curtin.edu.au/pls/prd/WK8127$APP.draw_attachments?P_VACANCY_REF_NO=3049&P_CALLER_URL=WK8127ZZDOLLARZZAPP.QueryListZZQMARKZZZ_VACANCY_CAT=ACADZZAMPZZZ_ORDER_BY=1 The closing date is 10 January 2014. Please share this announcement with students and colleagues who may be suitable applicants. Thank you Carole Carole Jackson Professor, Radio Astronomy & Premier's Fellow Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy (CIRA) Faculty of Science & Engineering Curtin University Western Australia Tel +61 (0) 8 9266 4908 Mob +61 (0) 401 103 500 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From bcatinella at swin.edu.au Thu Nov 21 16:38:35 2013 From: bcatinella at swin.edu.au (Barbara Catinella) Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2013 05:38:35 +0000 Subject: [ASA] Junior Postdoctoral Researcher in Galaxy Evolution (observational) - Swinburne University of Technology References: Message-ID: <52B3E5C1570929409EC0EEA1D61A96BFD4D850@gsp-ex01.ds.swin.edu.au> Dear ASA Colleagues, I would appreciate if you could circulate the following ad to potential applicants. Thanks and kind regards, Barbara ------ Junior Postdoctoral Researcher in Galaxy Evolution (observational) - Swinburne University of Technology Applications are invited for a junior postdoctoral researcher in extragalactic observational astronomy at the Swinburne University of Technology to work with Dr. Barbara Catinella. The appointee will work on multi-wavelength studies of nearby galaxies, aimed at understanding the connection between gas and stellar components, and their relation to the environment. This project will involve the analysis of radio data from Arecibo and the Australia Telescope Compact Array, and ancillary data from SDSS, GALEX, WISE, etc. The appointee will join an active research group in Australia's most rapidly growing astronomy department. Swinburne astronomers have access to the AAT, Gemini, HST, Magellan, ATCA and Parkes telescopes, as well as institutional access to the Keck telescopes in Hawaii. The Centre operates its own GPU supercomputing facility and has access to state-of-the-art 3D visualization facilities. Melbourne was recently listed as one of the best cities in the world to live in. Essential criteria: A PhD in observational astrophysics; strong research skills and a demonstrated publication track record in peer-reviewed journals; excellent oral and written communications skills. Desirable criteria: experience with reduction and analysis of HI data and/or multi-wavelength data. The appointment will be for three years. Applications must include a CV, bibliography, and a brief statement of research interests. Apply online at: http://www.swin.edu.au/jobs Applicants should arrange to have three letters of reference sent to Dr. Catinella (bcatinella at swin.edu.au) by the application deadline of December 15th 2013. A starting date by May 1st is preferred but is negotiable. ************************************************* Dr. Barbara Catinella ARC Future Fellow Centre for Astrophysics & Supercomputing Swinburne University of Technology E-mail: bcatinella at swin.edu.au Office: +61 3 9214 4918 ************************************************* -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From bryan.gaensler at sydney.edu.au Fri Nov 22 10:37:15 2013 From: bryan.gaensler at sydney.edu.au (Bryan Gaensler) Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2013 10:37:15 +1100 Subject: [ASA] Fwd: Media release: Academy's new medal honours women in science References: Message-ID: <3C0B2A4A-56ED-4253-BEBB-5E6D185F0438@sydney.edu.au> From: Australian Academy of Science Date: 22 November 2013 10:30:23 AEDT Subject: Media release: Academy's new medal honours women in science Academy?s new medal honours women in science The Australian Academy of Science is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the new Nancy Millis Medal, which recognises outstanding research and exceptional leadership by early- to mid-career Australian women who have established independent research in the natural sciences. A Fellow of the Academy, the late Professor Millis introduced fermentation technologies to Australia, created the first applied microbiology course taught at an Australian university, and co-wrote the standard text Biochemical Engineering. Professor Millis also worked tirelessly to establish links between universities and industry. She completed a degree in Agriculture in Melbourne in 1945, a PhD from Cambridge in 1952, became senior demonstrator at the University of Melbourne in 1952 and lecturer in 1954. She was awarded a personal chair in 1982 ? only the fourth woman appointed Professor at the university ? and held it until her retirement. Professor Millis became the Chancellor of La Trobe University in 1992, a position she also held until her retirement in 2006. She made a huge contribution to molecular genetics in Australia, by serving as Chairman of the initial Monitoring Committee for recombinant DNA and then as the first Chair of the Genetic Manipulation Advisory Committee. Academy President, Professor Suzanne Cory, said that the medal was struck as a tribute to Professor Millis and to inspire a new generation of female scientists. ?Professor Millis had a great sense of humour and her practical forthright approach, coupled with notable conflict resolution skills, made her a greatly valued and well-loved member of the academic community,? Professor Cory said. ?This medal honours the contributions made to science by Professor Millis and recognises her importance as a role model for aspiring female scientists in Australia. ?I encourage all universities and institutions to nominate outstanding female researchers for the Nancy Millis Medal.? The award is restricted to candidates who are normally a resident in Australia and for research conducted mainly in Australia. Nomination details and guidelines can be found here. Deadline for nominations is 10 February 2014. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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