Executive Director
Mathematics, Information and Communication Sciences
Australia Research Council
DETYA
Canberra ACT

The ARC is a prestigious, national agency that works with a 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 Chief Executive Officer is Professor Vicki Sara.

The appointment of the Mathematics, Information and Communication Sciences Executive Director 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 disciplines 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.

Selection will be on the basis of core SES selection criteria which, together with information about the position, may be obtained via:
Internet site http://www.detya.gov.au/recruitment/default.htm
Email: recruitment@detya.gov.au
Phone: 02 6240 9154

Applicants providing full details of qualifications and experience in terms of the selection criteria, together with a contact telepone number, should be sent by email to recruitment@detya.gov.au or posted to:
The Recruitment Manager
People Management Operations (Location 723)
DETYA
GPO Box 9880
Canberra ACT 2601

If further information is required after reading the selection documentation, this may be obtained by telephoning Mr Peter Webb on 02 6284 6676.

Closing date Friday 9 November 2001
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