Programme Manager
Mathematics, Information and Communication Sciences
Australia Research Council
Melbourne, Vic

The Australian Research Council (ARC) is the prestigious, national agency that works with the broad research community to support the advancement of knowledge and contribute to national innovation. The Commonwealth Government recently increased the ARC's funding by $736.4m over five years. The Chair of the ARC is Professor Vicki Sara.

The appointment of the Mathematics, Information and Communication Sciences Programme Manager represents an exciting opportunity for an outstanding researcher to take a research leadership position of international significance. The person appointed will be responsible for identifying emerging disciplinary and cross-disciplinary developments and innovative approaches to research.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate national and international research leadership in the broad discipline of Mathematics, Information and Communication Sciences. Suitable backgrounds will include universities, CSIRO and other public research agencies as well as industry. Personal drive and integrity are essential as well as an ability to shape strategic thinking, achieve results, cultivate productive working relationships and communicate with influence.

This represents a major opportunity to advance Australia's knowledge and capacity to meet the challenges of the 21st Century. The contract and remuneration package will be negotiated to attract candidates of the highest calibre. Flexible working arrangements can be made.

Applications, including the names of three potential referees (who will not be contacted without applicants prior approval), should be forwarded in confidence to the consultants assisting with these appointments:
Cordiner King Selection
Level 44
Rialto
525 Collins Street
Melbourne Vic 3000
Email: select@ckh.com.au
Fax: (03) 9260 2811.

Telephone inquiries may be directed to Sarah Hunter on (03) 9620 2900.

Further information is available on the ARC website at: http://www.arc.gov.au

Closing date Friday 16 March 2001