Scott Russell Johnson Memorial Fellowship

Scott Russell Johnson Memorial Fellowship

[Ross Street]

Please refer to the site http://www.ics.mq.edu.au/jobs/18743/ for
further information about the following position:

A Macquarie University Advertised Position:

DIVISION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION SCIENCES
Department of Mathematics
Research Fellow in Mathematics (Level A or B) (Scott Russell Johnson
Memorial Fellowship)
(Full-time (fixed-term))  Reference Number 18743

This Fellowship is funded by a generous donation to the Centre of
Australian Category Theory (CoACT) in memory of Dr Scott Russell
Johnson. The appointee will conduct research within CoACT. Other
duties include seminar presentations, postgraduate supervision and
relevant teaching. Applicants should indicate the level at which they
are applying, or whether they wish to be considered at both levels.

Essential Criteria at Level A: PhD (or submitted) in Mathematics or
related area or equivalent experience; strong background in a
relevant field of mathematics such as category theory, algebraic
topology, algebraic geometry, or low-dimensional topology; ability to
present research results at scientific meetings and to publish in the
scientific literature; excellent written and oral communication
skills; ability to work as a member of a team.

Additional Essential Criteria at Level B: At least three years
postdoctoral research experience in one of the above areas, or
equivalent; strong publication record; success in securing research
funding.

Enquiries: Professor Ross Street, Director of CoACT, on (02) 9850
8921 or e-mail
street@math.mq.edu.au

Application Package: http://www.ics.mq.edu.au/jobs or Elaine Vaughan
on phone +61 2 9850 8947, fax (02) 9850 8114 or e-mail
evaughan@math.mq.edu.au Selection criteria must be addressed in the
application.

The position is available from January 2004 on a full-time
(fixed-term) basis for a period of three years with the possibility
of further appointment subject to funding and performance.
Probationary conditions may apply.

Salary Range:

        Level A - up to $62,581 pa, including base salary $39,098 to
$52,882 pa, up to 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave
loading; an appointee with a PhD will be appointed to a minimum of
Point 6 on the salary scale, currently $49,299 pa.
        Level B - $65,845 to $78,079 pa, including base salary $55,640
to $65,978 pa, 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.

Applications including full curriculum vitae, quoting the reference
number, visa status, and the names and addresses (including postal
and/or e-mail addresses) of three referees, should be forwarded to
the Recruitment Manager, Workplace Relations and Services, Macquarie
University, NSW 2109 by 22 August 2003. Applications will not be
acknowledged unless specifically requested.

The selection criteria of the position must be addressed in your application.

      These positions are available to Australian residents, those who
hold valid working visas or permits, (Permanent Residency is required
for Continuing positions) or overseas applicants for senior positions.

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