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Science Communication jobs for this week...

1. Programs manger, CSIRO
2. Biodiversity and Fisheries Aid Work
3. Oncology Scientist- Liason Officer
4. Policy Officer- Environment

Job Title: Programs manager
Employer: CSIRO Education
Salary Range: $67 - $85K + super
Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Programs Manager with a passion for science communication and education to take on a leadership role in the following CSIRO education programs:
• Double Helix Science Club including its magazines
• Science by Email
• SCOPE and
• CSIRO Education's web presence.
Other responsibilities include:
Overseeing the creation of printed and multimedia material for some CSIRO Education projects and, in some cases, their distribution;
Maintaining the operation of the CSIRO Shop and assist with a review of its operation; and
Undertake other duties as directed.
Applications Close: 16th May 2009
For more information: https://recruitment.csiro.au/asp/job_details.asp?RefNo=2009%2F290

Job Title: Biodiversity and Fisheries Aid Work
Employer: Crawford Fund
Job Description:
Still after some candidates for the following placements under AusAID's
Australian Youth Ambassadors for Development (AYAD) program, which places
skilled young Australians (18-30) on short-term assignments in developing
countries in the Asia Pacific region.

The Crawford Fund acts as Australian Partner Organisation for placements in
some communication/journalism positions. I need to try to tie these up by 8 May and
successful candidates would need to be available to move to the Philippines
in October. Both organisations are housed at the university town of Los Banos - very
well resources and picturesque!

One position is with Bioversity International (BI) the world's largest
international research organisation dedicated solely to the conservation and
use of agricultural biodiversity. It is non-profit and independently
operated. The position is related to the UN 2010 International Year of
Biodiversity and aims to raise awareness of the value of agricultural
biodiversity for nutrition, health and livelihoods. Would be very exciting
to be part of this key campaign for the UN IYB.

The second position is with WorldFish Centre - an international, non-profit,
non-governmental organisation with a mission to reduce poverty and hunger by
improving fisheries and aquaculture. This successful applicant is needed to
develop articles about projects for newsletters; develop training manuals
and materials that could be used to promote marine protected area management
effectiveness; and prepare project briefs and policy recommendations from
results of ongoing and completed projects that could be widely disseminated
to partner institutions and policy makers.

Very happy to have interested people contact me directly for
more info.

Cathy Reade
Coordinator - Public Awareness
Crawford Fund
Ph/Fax: 07 54483095
Mobile: 0413 575 934
www.crawfordfund.org





Job Title: Oncology Scientist- Liason Officer
Job Description:
The company is a World Leading Pharmaceutical Organisation.
They are looking for a Commercially minded Medical/Scientific Liaison Associate with a major focus on Oncology.
The position will report to the Medical Affairs Manager
You will be responsible for:
• Providing support to External and Internal Medical and Scientific product stakeholders
• Building Strong relationships with KOL (Key Opinion Leaders) and major customers
• Developing and executing KOL action plans in conjunction with the Medical, Marketing and Sales Teams
• Providing Technical, Medical and Scientific advice to Marketing
The position requires someone with:
• A Degree in Medicine, Biological/Health care Science
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and presentation
• Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking
It is desirable to have:
• Current knowledge of the Medicines Code of Conduct
• Clinical Experience
• Experience in Clinical Trials or Medical Research
Flexible working conditions and an impressive remuneration package is on offer for the successful candidate
For more information: http://www.sciencealert.com.au/jobs/science-communication-jobs


Job Title: Policy Officer
Employer: Western Australian Local Government Association
Salary Range: $56 - $60K + super
Job Description: This diverse position operates within the Environment Policy Team, providing key support to the Executive Manager Environment & Waste, assisting on policy development, legislation and programs directly related to environmental issues relevant to Local Government in Western Australia.
You will need a strong generalist environment knowledge base and/or policy/advocacy experience, high level written communications skills, well developed interpersonal and presentation skills, and posses a commitment to making a difference. You will have a results focus and be self-motivated.
Applications Close: 5pm, 1th May 2009
For more information: http://search.emailmedia.com.au/nrmjobs.php?g=894996