[ASA] Reminder: AusGO Research Fellows

[Australian Gemini Office]

A reminder that applications for the AusGO Research Fellowships close at
11:30pm AEDT on Friday 30 November 2012, and that it is the applicant's
responsibility to ensure that letters of reference reach the AAO before 
then.

Please note that the AAO is prepared to consider co-hosting arrangements for
one of the Fellows with another Australian institution, in exchange for a
funding contribution towards the Fellow's costs. Interested applicants and a
representative from their potential host institution should contact Stuart
Ryder in advance of the deadline for further information.


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The Australian Gemini Office within the Australian Astronomical Observatory
is currently advertising for two AusGO Research Fellows. These appointments
are available from 1 Jan 2013 - 31 Dec 2015. The AusGO Research Fellows will
spend 50% of their time on AusGO activities including supporting Australian
users of the Gemini 8m and Magellan 6.5m telescopes, and 50% on their research.

A summary of the position is available at http://www.aao.gov.au/jobs/
and the full details and the online application process are at
http://innovationjobs.nga.net.au/
(Click on the "Australian Astronomical Observatory" link)

Please note that referees must be requested to send letters of reference,
by the deadline for applications, to jobs at aao.gov.au.

The closing date for applications is:

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Friday 30 November 2012
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Further details of the roles and responsibilities of the positions, as well
as the application procedure, can be found from the above web pages.

The Observatory comprises the 3.9-metre Anglo-Australian Telescope
and the 1.2-metre UK Schmidt Telescope near Coonabarabran, NSW, and a
brand new headquarters in North Ryde, just 15 km from the centre of Sydney.
The AAO is a vibrant and diverse centre of research, with a scientific
staff of 18 highly active and productive astronomers, as well as hosting
the Australian Gemini Office. Regular interaction with universities,
and a twice-yearly Vacation Student program for undergraduates, also
provides excellent student supervision opportunities.

Any questions about the position can be directed to the Australian Gemini
Scientist (sdr at aao.gov.au) and about the application procedure to Rajni Prasad
(jobs at aao.gov.au).

The Australian Astronomical Observatory supports flexible working
arrangements, including part-time positions where appropriate, and is an
equal opportunity employer.

  
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Dr Stuart Ryder, FASA                         Tel: +61 (02) 9372-4843
Australian Gemini Scientist                   Fax: +61 (02) 9372-4880
Australian Astronomical Observatory           Mobile:   (0419) 970834
P.O. Box 915
North Ryde, NSW 1670                           E-mail: sdr at aao.gov.au
AUSTRALIA.                  URL: http://www.aao.gov.au/local/www/sdr/
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