OTAGO BULLETINISSUE 22 16 NOVEMBER 2012

FORTNIGHTLY NEWSLETTER FOR UNIVERSITY STAFF AND POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS

The annual exodusAs the academic year rolls to a close Physiotherapy student Lucy Woodham and thousands of other University of Otago students are packing up and heading out of town for the summer. What sets Miss Woodham apart from many is that she has been living as a “Kiwi Host” in one of the University Flats. University Flats consists of 49 University-owned flats and 79 Head Leased flats (leased by the University from private landlords). The flats cater for predominantly single semester international students, usually third year, who come to Otago to study abroad or are on exchange. In nearly all of these flats there is a New Zealand student – a Kiwi Host – an equal flatmate who is there to provide some help and advice to the international students about life at Otago.

INSIDE ...Student films to premiere at the Regent tonightWhy it is worth checking out the six 25-minute films by the Centre for Science Communication’s filmmaking students. Page 2

Otago’s latest Rhodes ScholarsTwo outstanding University of Otago students are among New Zealand’s newest Rhodes Scholarship recipients. Page 2

Plus notices from around the University.

Photo: Sharron Bennett

ABOUT THE BULLETIN

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Contact detailsEditor : Lisa DickPh: 03 479 4378Fax: 03 479 5059Email: bulletin.editor@otago.ac.nzAddress: PO Box 56, Dunedin

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3 General Notices for all Staff 3 Dunedin 9 Postgraduate Notices

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Six films by the Centre for Science Communication’s filmmaking students will premiere tonight at Dunedin’s grand Regent Theatre.

The 25-minute films, which are presented in association with NHNZ and the Regent Theatre, tackle a wide range of subjects, from salmon farming in the Marlborough Sounds to samba dancing in the shantytowns of Rio de Janeiro.

Teaching Fellow Bill Morris says it is an “enormous thrill” for his students to see their work up on the big screen in Dunedin’s historic theatre.

“This year we are excited to have the use of a new projector, which represents a big step forward in terms of image quality for the screening – a good thing as this crop of films contain some spectacular footage.”

Student films to premiere at the Regent tonight... from page 1

The Otago Bulletin is private to staff and postgraduate students at the University of Otago.

“This year we are excited to have the use of a new projector, which represents a big step forward in terms of image quality for the screening – a good thing as this crop of films contain some spectacular footage.”

Two outstanding University of Otago students are among New Zealand’s newest Rhodes Scholarship recipients.

Louis Chambers and Edward Stace, along with Canterbury University’s James Bonifacio, are Rhodes Scholars elect for 2013 following a selection meeting last week at Government House in Auckland.

Tenable at Oxford University, Rhodes Scholarships constitute the pinnacle of achievement for university graduates wishing to pursue postgraduate study at one of the world’s leading universities. In this country, the awards are administered by Universities New Zealand – Te Pökai Tara.

Louis Chambers will soon graduate from Otago with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and

a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Economics, with a Minor in Environmental Management.

At Oxford he intends to study for the Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) in his first year and the Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Change and Management in his second year.

Edward Stace has studied medicine at Otago. He completed a research degree, the Bachelor of Medical Science with Honours, and will shortly graduate MBChB.

His Bachelor of Medical Science research investigated growing bone tissue from stem cells for storage and future transplantation.

At Oxford he plans to study for a Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil).

The films to be screened are:

BluewaterA film exploring the consequences of a recent change to an Australian marine park on the users and the marine life that call the park home.

Meating ExpectationsA film looking at in vitro meat, the problems it could solve and the problems it could create.

Against the CurrentA small community struggles to fight a multi-national company proposing massive expansions to salmon farming in the Marlborough Sounds of New Zealand.

A Shot of Inspiration

Follows a Dunedin entrepreneur on his journey to come to terms with the challenge of crafting a top coffee liqueur.

Favela Beat

The story of how the once shunned samba culture came to represent Brazilian identity.

Once a Pod of Whales

A film examining the impact humans have on whale standings in New Zealand.

Check them out:When: Fri 16 Nov, 7pm

Where: Regent Theatre, Dunedin

Tickets: $5 plus booking fees.

www.ticketdirect.co.nz or at the Regent Theatre. Door Sales on the night subject to availability.

Otago’s latest Rhodes Scholars

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*RELEASE OF REVIEW REPORTSThe following Review Reports have been authorised for release and are now available to staff and students upon request:

• DepartmentofChemistry• RuralMedicalImmersionProgramme

For further information, please contact Megan Wilson (Reviews and Projects Coordinator), Ph: 479 6528, Email: m.wilson@otago.ac.nz

RESEARCH AND STUDY LEAVEResearch and Study Leave is leave from normal teaching, research and administrative duties which may be granted to eligible academic staff members in order that they may pursue an approved research and study programme.

The Vice-Chancellor’s Advisory Group recently approved a change to the Research and Study Leave policy. Effective 1 Jan 2013, the maximum RSL allowance is increased from $11,900 ($1700 per year) to $12,600 ($1800 per year) which is approximately in line with CPI increases since the rate was last changed in 2011.

The revised policy document and application form are available on the Human Resource webpage at: www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/hr/employment/leave-research-study.php

If you have any queries about the changes or the policy itself, please contact John Bartlett (Human Resources Adviser), Email: john.bartlett@otago.ac.nz, Ph: 479 5199.

Eligible staff members considering applying for Research and Study Leave for the year starting 1 Nov 2013 should submit their applications for Research and Study Leave to their divisional office by Mon 1 Apr 2013.

STUDHOLME COLLEGE CENTENARY 2015In 2015 Studholme will celebrate 100 years providing accommodation for University of Otago students. To celebrate this significant milestone the staff and advisory council of Studholme seek expressions of interest from ex-Studholme residents who would like to be part of the organising committee for the Centenary celebrations.

Please contact the Warden of Studholme College Ziggy Lesa, Email: ziggy.lesa@otago.ac.nz to register your interest.

It is anticipated that a preliminary meeting will be held early in 2013. We would also be happy to hear from you regarding the types of events that you feel should be part of this celebration.

*ACADEMIC DRESS HIRE FOR DECEMBER GRADUATIONSAcademic dress hire is available from the New Zealand Federation of Graduate Women (Otago). Academic dress must be requested and paid for at least four days before the relevant ceremony. Fees are: $30 for attending one graduation, $45 for two graduations, $60 for three and $75 for four. The double ceremonies on Sat 8 and Sat 15 Dec count as one ceremony for each day. Please note that hoods in some disciplines may not be available for staff to hire. Also, the availability of academic dress from universities other than Otago cannot be guaranteed.

For further information, please contact Sue Cathro (Academic Dress Convener), Ph: 467 5474, Email: b.s.cathro@xtra.co.nz

*OTAGO ON FACEBOOKDo you have information you would like to share with students and staff across the University? The University of Otago Facebook page offers a great way to engage with our large online community. If you have photos, videos or content that you would like put up on the University Facebook page contact us. Email: Facebook@otago.ac.nz

*REGALIA LOAN SCHEME FOR STAFFThe University has a loan scheme to enable staff to purchase academic regalia.

The purpose of the scheme is to encourage and enable staff to participate in University ceremonial occasions.

The scheme is available to all academic staff who have a confirmed or confirmable appointment and any other staff (either academic or general) approved by their Divisional Head.

Details of the scheme are as follows:

• Aninterest-freeloanofupto$NZ5,000willbe provided to staff for a maximum of two years to assist with the purchase of academic regalia.

• Loansmustberepaidinequalmonthlyinstalments by way of direct deduction from salary.

• Fullrepaymentwillberequiredshouldastaff member leave the employment of the University and authority must be given to the University to deduct any loan balance owing from the final salary payment or any other monies owed to the staff member by the University prior to departure.

Enquiries should be addressed to the undersigned:John Patrick, Chief Operating Officer, Ph: 479 8537, Email: john.patrick@otago.ac.nz

Dunedin

DIARY OF EVENTS

Friday 16 NovemberGender as a Human Rights Issue in West Papua – 12noonNational Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies Public Seminar. Speaker: Rika Korain. Venue: Seminar Room 1, 520 Castle St.

Monday 19 November SLC26A9: A CFTR interacting protein that modifies the severity of CF disease – 1pm

Physiology Departmental Seminar. Speaker: Professor Raymond Frizzell (William Evans Visiting Fellow – Department of Cell Biology and Physiology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine). Venue: D’Ath Lecture Theatre, Hercus Building.

Tuesday 20 NovemberThe role of Music in Peace and Conflict issues – 3.30pmNational Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies Public Lecture. Speaker: Professor Joan Griffing (Eastern Mennonite University, Harrisonburg, Virginia). Venue: St David Seminar Room 1.

Wednesday 21 NovemberAging and the continuum of care for the elderly in the USA – all day eventCentre for Health Systems Seminar. Venue: 033/036, ground floor, Adams Building.

The Future of Sport in Small Nations – two-day eventNZ National School of Physical Education International Symposium. Venue: Gazebo Lounge, upstairs in the OUSA building.

Progress Toward Embedded and Transformative Assessment – 12noonCollege of Education Open Seminar. Speaker: Associate Professor Jan van Aalst (University of Hong Kong). Venue: EG04 - Education Centre, Union Street East.

Thursday 22 NovemberWhat can teacher educators learn from dental education? Reflections on the Oranga Niho dental student outplacement project – 12noonCollege of Education Seminar. Speaker: Dr Vivienne Anderson (University of Otago College of Education). Venue: DC102 - 1st floor, Drama Centre (behind College Auditorium).

Fieldwork educator’s special: an overview of the third and fourth year curriculum of the Otago BSW – 4pmSociology, Gender and Social Work Seminar. This seminar is presented by departmental staff. Venue: Social Work Practice Suite, Room C1, 530 Castle Street.

General Notices for all StaffBulletin TemplateThe Otago Bulletin website now has an electronic template. If you wish to enter a seminar in the Diary of Events, place a notice in the General Notices, enter courses in Professional Development or insert an advert in Classified adverts then please go to: www.otago.ac.nz/news/bulletin/Then go to your category and enter the details required on the template.Preview it, so you know what it looks like, and send it.If you have any concerns about the template or any difficulties please contact the Editor, Ph: 479 4378, Email: bulletin.editor@otago.ac.nz

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Friday 23 NovemberTed McCoy Lecture - 3.30pmThe New Zealand Institute of Architects Southern Branch is bringing David Trubridge down to give the inaugural Ted McCoy Lecture. Venue: University of Otago College of Education Auditorium.

Monday 26 NovemberDynamic organising principles of the plasma membrane that regulate signal transduction: single-molecule tracking studies – 1pmPhysiology Departmental Seminar. Speaker: Professor Akihiro Kusumi (Institute for Frontier Medical Sciences, Kyoto University, Japan). Venue: D’Ath Lecture Theatre, Hercus Building.

Tuesday 27 NovemberBones, molecules and what they tell us about the settlement of the Pacific – 1pmDepartment of Anatomy Departmental Seminar. Speaker: Dr Michael Knapp. Venue: D’Ath Lecture Theatre, Hercus Building.

Surgical waiting lists: are patients getting a fair go? – 5.30pm2012 Inaugural Professorial Lecture Series. Speaker: Professor Jean-Claude Theis. Venue: Archway 1 Lecture Theatre, Union Street East.

Thursday 29 NovemberA Celebration of John Buchanan FLS – two-day symposiumJohn Buchanan is one of Otago’s most famous sons, remembered above all for his superb painting of Milford Sound. Venue: Salmond College, Knox Street.

Domestic Politicial Institutions and International Conflict Behaviour in Asia – 1pmNational Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies Public Lecture. Speaker: Associate Professor Benjamin Goldsmith (University of Sydney). Venue: Burns 7, Arts Building.

A tribute to neuroscience excellence at Otago – 4pm to 5.30pmThe BHRC Lecture is a yearly tribute to neuroscience excellence at Otago. This year, Professor David Bilkey (Psychology) will present his research on schizophrenia: Changes in Learning Mechanisms in a Model of Schizophrenia. Venue: Barnett Lecture Theatre, Dunedin Hospital.

CHRISTCHURCH

Wednesday 21 November Carney Pharmacogenomics Symposium 2012Our annual one-day scientific meeting reviews pharmacogenetics and pharmacogenomics research from around the country and further afield, and is brought to you in association with Genetics Otago. Venue: PC Browne Room, first floor, Canterbury Horticultural Centre, Riccarton Avenue, Christchurch.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTHIGHER EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (HEDC)2012 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

Upcoming WorkshopsPlease register through the web if you wish to attend the Professional Development Programme or to check upcoming HEDC events. To register please go to:http://hedc.otago.ac.nz/hedc/asd/Professional-Development-Programme/workshop.html

Education for Sustainability: exploring roles and activities for Higher EducationProfessor Kerry Shephard (HEDC)

Wed 5 Dec, 10am to 1pm, HEDC Seminar Room

This session will look at the ways in which individuals, departments and other groups within this University and elsewhere have sought to embed education for sustainability themes in their teaching programmes and will address the key developments on which individuals need to be up-to-date.

HUMAN RESOURCES TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTA full list of courses and application forms can be found on the web at: www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/hr/development/training.phpor Email: hrtraining@otago.ac.nz. For enrolment enquiries please contact the HR Training and Induction Coordinator, Ph: 479 4101, Human Resources Division.

Parental Leave Information Seminar for Prospective and Intending ParentsThu 15 and Fri 16 Nov, 1pm to 2pm, no cost

Spread across two one-hour seminars. You are welcome to attend one or both seminars. Seminar one will cover policies and entitlements and seminar two, practical aspects of managing parenthood.

www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/hr/development/coursesPages/parental_parents.php

Job Evaluation Information SessionMon 19 Nov, 12noon to 1pm, no cost

As a result of the session, participants should gain a better understanding of what the process is about and its importance to the University of Otago. There will be an opportunity to ask questions and to discuss issues of interest.

www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/hr/development/coursesPages/job_evaluation.php

English@Work: report writingWed 21 and Wed 28 Nov, 2pm to 5pm, $80 (two sessions)

This course will focus on developing the writing skills required to produce formal prose documents such as reports, proposals or submissions. This course will be of particular benefit to anyone who wishes to develop their knowledge of writing in a professional context and participants from English@Work who would like to extend their knowledge and experience in professional writing.

Induction to Kiwi CultureTue 27 Nov, 9am to 12noon, $35

This workshop aims to enhance cross-cultural awareness and explore specific issues relating to cultural differences in New Zealand. It is specifically designed for staff who are new to New Zealand and who would like to gain an understanding of the culture.

www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/hr/development/coursesPages/intro_kiwi.php

Conflict: managing it betterThu 29 Nov, 9am to 3pm, $80

This workshop aims to give participants a framework to manage conflict better and some simple but important skills to achieve more positive results from conflict. The skills gained can be utilised in dealing with colleagues, students or external stakeholders.

www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/hr/development/coursesPages/conflict.php

Project Co-ordination: demystifying the processWed 5 Dec, 9am to 12noon, $80

This practical course provides an understanding of basic project methodology, including tips and tools. Participants will learn techniques and tools for co-ordinating small scale projects. Anyone who works on minor projects will benefit from this workshop.

www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/hr/development/coursesPages/project_coord.php

General Staff OrientationThu 6 Dec, 9am to 12noon

These sessions are intended to give new employees a general overview of the University, its culture, and an introduction to their working conditions. Attendance is compulsory for all general staff with a contract of 12 months or more. Staff with shorter contracts are also welcome to attend, provided they have the support of their department.

www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/hr/development/coursesPages/orientation.php

HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING PROGRAMMEA full list of courses and application forms can be found on the web at: www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/hr/development/training-healthandsafety.php or email hrtraining@otago.ac.nz. For enrolment enquiries please, contact the HR Training and Induction Coordinator, Ph: 479 4101, Human Resources Division.

Fire Warden TrainingMon 3 Dec, 2pm to 3.30pm, $35

Fire Wardens and Deputy Fire Wardens must be appointed on every floor within every University building. All staff appointed as Fire Wardens or Deputy Fire Wardens should attend this course. This course will also provide valuable skills to those that may find themselves in a fire situation.

www.otago.ac.nz/healthandsafety/training/firewardens.html

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Workplace First AidTue 20 Nov, 8.30am to 5.30pm and Wed 21 Nov, 8.30am to 12.30pm, $95 OrWed 12 and Thu 13 Dec, 9am to 3.30pm, $95

The Workplace First Aid course is a comprehensive 12-hour course and is the minimum requirement for those appointed as the Departmental First Aider.

www.otago.ac.nz/healthandsafety/training/workplace_firstaid.html

FINANCIAL SERVICES TRAININGThe full Financial Services Division’s (FSD) 2012 training programme is on the FSD webpage www.otago.ac.nz/financialservices/training/index.html. For training module enquiries or registration contact fsd.training@otago.ac.nz. Upcoming sessions include:

Finance One Administrators’ Overview Wed 7 Nov, 9am to 12noon Or Wed 5 Dec, 2pm to 5pm

An introduction to Finance One for staff with ‘Administrator’ access. This is a hands-on course where staff will learn how to navigate their way around Finance One, process Creditors, Debtors and Journal documents in Finance One. The training will be performed on the training environment using training logins.

Note: Staff must complete the Application for Finance One User form (available on the FSD webpage: www.otago.ac.nz/financialservices/FSDForms/index.html) and attend FN 1.1 training prior to gaining ‘Administrator’ access to Finance One.

Finance One Enquiry and Reporting Overview Wed 12 Dec, 2pm to 5pm

An introduction to Enquiry and Reporting for staff with ‘Enquiry Only’ access. This is a hands-on course where staff will learn how to navigate their way around Finance One, perform enquiries and run reports in Finance One. This training will be performed on the Training environment using training logins.

Note: Staff need to complete the Application for Finance One User form (available on the FSD webpage: www.otago.ac.nz/financialservices/FSDForms/index.html) and attend FN 1.2 training prior to gaining ‘Enquiry Only’ access to Finance One.

Contact finance1.helpdesk@otago.ac.nz for further information about Finance One access.

University Purchasing Card (PCard)Tue 20 Nov, 11am to 12noon

This presentation-style session outlines the administration procedures for the University’s PCard. The content consists of the PCard application process, coding of transactions, required documentation for monthly statements, along with PCard Policy and Procedures.

This session will also be run on demand as most card administrators will be trained on a one-to-one basis when a new card is issued. Email: fsd.training@otago.ac.nz if interested in attending this session.

Financial Monitoring and Reporting Wed 21 Nov, 9.30am to 10.45am

This module reviews reports emailed from the Finance One system each month, providing an analysis of the source of report information and gives guidance on how they can be evaluated. The availability of online reports is also discussed.

Cash Management and Receipting

Thu 22 Nov, 11am to 12noon

This module covers departmental banking procedures including GST (Goods and Services Tax) requirements on receipts, credit and debit card payments. The Credit Card Gateway system (which enables departments to set up a secure mechanism for credit card payments) is also explained.

Finance One Enquiry and Reporting For ResearchersWed 28 Nov, 9am to 12noon

This course has been designed with Researchers in mind. This is a hands-on course where Researchers will learn how to log on and navigate around Finance One, enquire on their Research Accounts and perform a range of ledger enquiries, and run Research Reports. This training will be performed on the Training environment using Training logon access.

IT TRAININGInformation Security - OverviewMon 19 Nov, 1pm to 3pm, no charge, Windows but the same on Mac

Protect your information through a mix of exercises and guidelines. Filemaker - RelationshipsTue 20 Nov, 9am to 11am, $90, Mac but the same on Windows

Define and use relationships between tables to maintain database integrity, control layouts and create data queries. Word Mac - Mail Merge and Label PrintingTue 20 Nov, 1pm to 3pm, $90, Mac

Create personalised form letters, emails, certificates, envelopes, or labels using data from Word, Outlook contacts, or an external data source.

PHP - IntroductionThu 22 Nov, 9am to 12noon, $125, Mac but the same on Windows

Basics of PHP and HTML for responding to web page user input. Learn about language syntax, variables, functions, operators and error handling. Word PC - Tracking Changes and Merging DocumentsThu 22 Nov, 1pm to 3pm, $90, Windows

Learn how to use email to send a document for review, track and manage document changes, add and review comments, and compare and merge documents together.

PowerPoint PC - Animations and AudioFri 23 Nov, 9am to 11am, no charge, Windows

Learn how to create effective diagrams, tables and charts on slides in your presentation. Add animation to individual slides or your presentation as a whole.

Word Mac - Power Formatting with StylesTue 27 Nov, 1pm to 3pm, no charge, Mac

Apply built-in and custom styles to simplify text and paragraph formatting. Learn about column settings. Learn about page and section break behaviour. Outlook PC - Mastering Email ManagementWed 28 Nov, 2pm to 4pm, $90, Windows

Manage your Inbox, getting it down to no messages. Set follow-up flags and categories. Use filtering and searches to find highest priority messages. Excel Mac - Pivot TablesThu 29 Nov, 9am to 11am, no charge, Mac

Summarise and analyse data from various perspectives without changing it. Produce summary statistics. Word Mac - Inhouse NewslettersFri 30 Nov, 9am to 11am, $90, Mac

Set up a template for an in-house newsletter, using columns, images, text boxes, etc. You will create a useable template to take away.

GENERAL NOTICES

SOUTHERN CONSORT OF VOICES LUNCHTIME CHRISTMAS CONCERTFri 7 Dec, 12.15pm St Paul’s Cathedral, The OctagonEntry by programme, $15/$10

Southern Consort of Voices presents a lunchtime concert of contemporary carols by John Ritchie, Zoltán Kodály and Vinicius Grefiens.

CENSUS ROADSHOWThu 29 Nov, 9am to 10.30amOtaru Room, 2nd floor, Dunedin City Council Civic Centre

In November this year, Statistics New Zealand is coming to a town near you to talk about the 2013 Census.

Information from the census helps determine how billions of dollars of government funding is spent in the community. It is used to help make decisions about which services are needed and where they should be, such as hospitals, köhanga reo, schools, roads, public transport, and recreational facilities.

We need your help to reach everyone in New Zealand and pass on messages to your people about why participating in the census matters for them.

What will we be talking about?

• The 2013 Census – when is it and why it’s important to participate.

• Security and confidentiality – how we protect people’s personal information.

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• Operational information – what will be happening in your area.

• Filling in forms online – why we want a high online uptake.

• Key census questions – why we ask some questions and what they’re used for.

• Our products and services – what we’ll be producing after census, and some of our services available to organisations and communities.

Who should attend? Anyone with an interest in understanding more about census, what will be happening at census time and encouraging participation, especially people working with your community, leaders and influencers.

What do you need to do to attend? Go to the Statistics NZ website to find and book into a seminar being held near you. Places are limited in some locations.

*OTAGO CHILDCARE CENTRE INC. MARKET DAYSat 17 Nov, 11am to 3pmSt John’s Church, Roslyn

The Otago Childcare Centre is holding a market day to fundraise for our daycare. There are a great range of stalls and it is the perfect timing for Christmas presents. There will also be games for the kids. Only a gold coin donation for entry to the market which goes directly towards our fundraising. For further information, please contact Tracey Fleet (Departmental Administrator), Email: tracey.fleet@otago.ac.nz

*NATURAL VARIANCE OF THE HUMAN FOOTPRINTAssessment of footprint patterns during walking is often used when prescribing footwear. This research will evaluate footprint parameters of healthy people of different age groups using equipment in the Centre for Physiotherapy Research. We are seeking people aged between 18 and 69 years, with no current back or leg injuries needing treatment, who can attend one session of 30 minutes in our lab. They will be asked to walk across a force.

OTAGO UNIVERSITY STAFF FAMILIES ASSOCIATION WELCOMES NEWCOMERS AND VISITORSWe run a varied social programme each semester for university staff members, their partners and families. We particularly welcome newcomers and visitors to the University. For more information contact Lesley Gillespie, Ph: 467 5174, Email: lesley.gillespie@yahoo.co.nz or Jennifer Angelo, Ph: 021 243 5813, Email:jangelo@jangelo.com or please just come along to any of the events listed below.

Thu 22 Nov at 11.45am for 12.30pmAnnual LunchCargill’s Hotel, 678 George Street

RSVP to Suzanne Smith by Thu 15 Nov at the latest (Ph: 021 217 0140, Email: andrej.smith@gmail.com). Payment of $30 should be received before the lunch. Cheques made out to OUSFA should be sent to Suzanne at P.O. Box 6522, Dunedin North, Dunedin 9059.

Thu 29 Nov at 10.30 am

Coffee at the home of Judy Tucker, 211 Portobello Road, Waverley (454 2564).

THE UNIVERSITY CLUB (INC) MERCURE LEISURE LODGE, DUKE STREETThe University Club provides for its members speakers of good quality, a luncheon and friendly companionship on a weekly basis.

Luncheon Speakers 12.10pm for 12.30pm

Fri 16 Nov Peter Hayden (Peter Hayden Media)From Black Robins to Calendar Girls

Fri 23 NovEmma Neale (Robert Burns Fellow, University of Otago)The Truth GardenTickets for the Christmas lunch will be on sale ($32.50) today

Fri 30 NovDr Will Rayment (Visiting Post-Doctoral Fellow, Department of Marine Science, University of Otago)Recovery and recolonisation by New Zealand southern right whales

Tickets for the Christmas lunch will be on sale ($32.50) today

Fri 7 DecRoss Grimmett (University Club Member)Eat, drink and be Merry

To come as a guest – Please contact the Secretary Alan Jackson, 55 Evans Street, Opoho, Dunedin 9010, Ph: 473 6947, or Email: alanjackson@xtra.co.nz

SITUATIONS VACANT

ACADEMIC VACANCIES

Chair in Restorative DentistryDepartment of Oral Rehabilitation and Sir John Walsh Research InstituteFaculty of DentistryReference Number: 1200252There is no formal closing date and applications will be considered individually on receipt

Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Psychological Medicine and Specialist PsychiatristDepartment of Psychological MedicineDunedin School of Medicine and Mental Health ServicesSouthern District Health BoardReference Number: 1200919There is no formal closing date and applications will be considered individually on receipt.

Senior Lecturer (Gastroenterology) and Consultant GastroenterologistDepartment of MedicineDunedin School of Medicine and Southern District Health BoardReference Number: 1200920There is no formal closing date and applications will be considered individually on receipt.

Senior Lecturer in Oral MedicineOral Diagnostic and Surgical SciencesReference Number: 1201150Closing Date: Sun 16 Dec

Research Fellow/Senior Research FellowEducational Assessment Research UnitCollege of EducationReference Number: 1201285Closing Date: Sun 18 Nov

Lecturer in MusicDepartment of MusicReference Number: 1201339Closing Date: Mon 26 Nov

Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in BiostatisticsDepartment of Preventive and Social MedicineReference Number: 1201435Closing Date: Fri 23 Nov

Assistant Research FellowDepartment of PhysiologyReference Number: 1201477Closing Date: Fri 23 Nov

Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Mäori HealthDepartment of Preventive and Social MedicineReference Number: 1201493Closing Date: Fri 14 Dec

Lecturer in ArchaeologyDepartment of Anthropology and ArchaeologyReference Number: 1201448Closing Date: Fri 14 Dec

Science Teaching Co-ordinatorSciencesReference Number: 1201495Closing Date: Mon 19 Nov

Teaching FellowCentre for Science CommunicationReference Number: 1201551Closing Date: Mon 3 Dec

Postdoctoral Fellow / Research FellowCentre for Sustainability (CSAFE)Reference Number: 1201425Closing Date: Mon 3 Dec

Research Project Co-ordinatorCentre for Sustainability (CSAFE)Reference Number: 1201569Closing Date: Mon 3 Dec

Lecturer in Oral Health Department of Oral SciencesReference Number: 1201453Closing Date: Wed 28 Nov

GENERAL VACANCIESWeb Marketing Co-ordinatorSchool of Business, Commerce DivisionReference Number: 1201102There is no formal closing date and applications will be considered individually on receipt.

Strategic Space PlannerProperty ServicesReference Number: 1201178There is no formal closing date and applications will be considered individually on receipt.

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Administrative AssistantBrain Health Research CentreReference Number: 1201458Closing Date: Wed 21 Nov

Communications ManagerBrain Health Research CentreReference Number: 1201459Closing Date: Wed 21 Nov

Genetics TechnicianDepartment of BiochemistryReference Number: 1201483Closing Date: Mon 19 Nov

Campus Watch Team MemberStudent ServicesReference Number: 1201489Closing Date: Mon 19 Nov

Head of CollegeCarrington CollegeReference Number: 1201516Closing Date: Wed 21 Nov

Research NurseDepartment of Women’s and Children’s HealthReference Number: 1201528Closing Date: Sun 18 Nov

Assistant WardenArana CollegeReference Number: 1201568Closing Date: Wed 21 Nov

Student IT Services ManagerInformation Technology ServicesReference Number: 1201587Closing Date: Wed 21 Nov

Departmental AdministratorDepartment of ZoologyReference Number: 1201442Closing Date: Mon 19 Nov

Administration AssistantDepartment of History and Art HistoryReference Number: 1201554Closing Date: Sun 25 Nov

Operations ManagerResearch and Enterprise OfficeReference Number: 1201530Closing Date: Thu 29 Nov

Client Service Co-ordinatorHR ServicesReference Number: 1201574Closing Date: Mon 19 Nov

HR AdvisorPromotions and RemunerationHuman Resources DivisionReference Number: 1201534Closing Date: Fri 23 Nov

CAMPUS TEMPS

If you are interested in flexible working or reduced hours, Campus Temps are required for a variety of positions including administration and more specialised roles. To view and apply for any of our current roles go to www.otago.ac.nz/humanresources/careers/ and search ‘Campus Temps’.

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ACADEMIC VACANCIES

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Internal MedicineWellington School of Medicine and Health SciencesReference Number: 1201554Closing Date: Fri 14 Dec

Secondary Facilitator – English (Lower North Island)Education Support ServicesReference Number: 1201629Closing Date: Wed 28 Nov

Secondary Facilitator – Visual Arts (Lower North Island)Education Support ServicesReference Number: 1201630Closing Date: Wed 28 Nov

MAINSTREAM EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMMESubsidises two-year employment placement for people with disabilities (100 percent salary the first year and 80 percent the second year).

For more infomation: www.mainstream.msd.govt.nz

Candidates looking for placement in 2013:

• ITprofessional–seekingarolefor30hoursa week in IT/Helpdesk fields.

• Receptionistwithgoodcustomerserviceskills - available for up to three hours a day Mon to Fri.

• Otagograduatewithexperienceinmarketing,customer service and administration, with sound research and IT skills – seeking a role for up to 40 hours a week.

• ExperiencedAdministrativeAssistantswithvarious skills (e.g. data entry, mail handling, collating and filing, photocopying, reception work) – seeking both part-time and full-time placements.

For details contact Julie Dlaskova at the Equity Office, Ph: 479 5113, Email: julie.dlaskova@otago.ac.nz

CLASSIFIED

TO LETOne br, $230 single/$255 to $260 couple p/w, OSP, fully furn, avail: 1 Jan 2013, area: North Dunedin. Modern, spacious, sunny, insulated, double-glazed studio rooms with en suite in four-bedroom, fully equipped town house AND one-bedroom self-contained furnished apartments in City Centre house. Power and phone included. Optional internet. Garden/BBQ. Fifteen minutes’ walk University. Contact Beverley, Ph: 021 159 8275 or 027 221 1712, Email: beverley.lawrence@otago.ac.nz

Two br, $265 p/w, OSP, part furn, avail: 1 Jan 2013, area: Maori Hill. Sunny and warm town house with garage, heat pump, whiteware and a small woodchip garden. Walking distance to University and Moana Pool. No smokers or pets please. Contact Austina, Ph: 021 131 2580, Email: aclark@maths.otago.ac.nz

Two br, $300 p/w, OSP, part furn, avail: now, area: Otago Peninsula. Sunny, warm, modern house in Portobello village. Spacious living room with two sets of French doors opening to deck and patio-garden. Heat pump, dishwasher, washing machine. Storage shed. Twenty minutes’ drive from City. Contact Hazel, Ph: 473 8118 or 022 678 8061, Email: hazel.tucker@otago.ac.nz

Two br, $345 p/w, OSP, part furn, avail: mid Dec 2012, area: North Dunedin. Never rented before. Two living areas, garden and views of North Dunedin, Leith and Botanic Gardens. Downstairs flat tenanted for 2013. Suit mature postgraduates or staff new to Dunedin. Contact Siu Montgomery, Ph: 021 336 275, Email: siu.montgomery@otago.ac.nz

Three br, $265 p/w, unfurn, avail: now, area: Mornington. Three-bedroom house with sleepout. Pellet burner, bath, fully fenced. French doors lead from backyard to dining area which is bathed in afternoon sunlight. Can be short-term to 23 Feb 2013 or longer. Contact Jesse, Ph: 487 8351, Email: jesse.meek@otago.ac.nz

Three br, $290 p/w, part furn, avail: from late Jan 2013, area: North East Valley. This spacious house has three large bedrooms and a living room, with separate open-plan dining/kitchen. It is currently undergoing a major renovation and will have fresh paint, a new kitchen and a heat pump. Would suit postgraduate students. Contact Caroline, Ph: 021 077 8888, Email: caroline.orchiston@otago.ac.nz

Three br, $330 p/w, OSP, fully furn, avail: 7 Jan 2013, area: Ocean Grove - Tomahawk Beach. Ten minute walk to beach, three minute walk to bus stop, large garage, insulated ceiling and half the walls, wood burner with wetback, large property with garden and compost. Great seaside community, only 7km from town. Contact Wayne, Ph: 454 6848, Email: wayne.johnson@otago.ac.nz

Three br, $600 p/w, OSP, fully furn, avail: 20 Nov. Superior, near-new, three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment close to University and Hospital. Situated for maximum sun and with stunning city/harbour views. Gas fire in lounge, heat pump, all quality appliances and fittings. Internet included. Contact Barbara, Email: goodday@xtra.co.nz

Four br, $350 p/w, unfurn, avail: Nov, area: Brockville. Family home, four bedrooms. Brick, modern kitchen and bathrooms. Insulated, with wood burner and transfer system. Quality carpets, off-street parking and three-car garaging. Deck and fully fenced. Contact Ian, Ph: 027 451 8660, Email: ian.hobson@otago.ac.nz

Three br, $460 p/w, OSP, fully furn, avail: 1 Dec, area: Belleknowes. This is a very tidy three-bedroom home. Great deck, sea views, treetop setting, quiet neighbourhood, heat pump, log burner, two toilets, basement and office. Everything provided. Fifteen minutes’ walk to town. Contact Dave, Ph: 027 282 4401, Email: jill.rutherford@otago.ac.nz

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Four br, $380 p/w, OSP, unfurn, avail: now, area: Waverley. Very sunny, warm, family home on fenced, low maintenance section. Close to Grants Braes School and kindergarten. Master bedroom with en suite, double basement garage/workshop, two decks with City/St Clair views. Pets negotiable, no smokers. Contact Tanya, Ph: 453 0861, Email: tanya.lyders@otago.ac.nz

WANTED TO RENTSmall flat wanted for couple from 1 May 2012 for six months, or longer by negotiation. House sitting for staff on study leave would also be ideal. Contact Ashley, Ph 479 5536 or 021 279 5536, Email: ashley.day@otago.ac.nz

One br, $180 max plus expenses p/w, unfurn, avail: end of Jan for long-term lease, area: most local suburbs considered within 10 minute drive to University (excluding North East Valley and Peninsula). Looking for my own place or self-contained unit, or to share with one other (long-term tenant/owner). Reliable, trustworthy, tidy, working full time at University. Contact Charlotte, Ph: 027 631 2100, Email: 4charlotte@gmail.com

Two br, $neg p/w, fully furn, avail: Jan to Apr 2013, area: North Dunedin. Apartment/condo/flat, suite in a house, or a house wanted for family on sabbatical. Other areas considered. Contact Lenette, Ph: 479 7758, Email: lgrant@maths.otago.ac.nz

Two br, $up to 400 per week p/w, fully furn, avail: 28 Jan 2013, area: Any location within biking distance of University. Short-term rental required for a visitor on sabbatical from 28 Jan to 30 March 2013. One to two bedrooms, need fully furnished. Contact Julia, Ph: 021 106 5099, Email: julia.horsfield@otago.ac.nz

Two br, $400 to 550 p/w, fully furn, avail: Jan 20 to Jun 2013 with the possibility of a year lease, area: Maori Hill. Family with two children, travelling from abroad, seeking house to rent with two or more bedrooms. Would consider other areas. Within walking distance of stores and local primary school would be ideal. Contact Lenette, Ph: 479 7758, Email: lgrant@maths.otago.ac.nz

Three br, $400 p/w, OSP, fully furn, avail: 20 Dec to 30 Jun 2013, area: any location in Dunedin. Visiting German professor and family looking for a furnished house to rent. Contact Philip, Ph: 479 6549, Email: philip.nel@otago.ac.nz

FLATMATE WANTEDIdyllic setting, fully equipped home, two heat pumps, insulated, to share with one professional woman and smallish dog. Double br, $160 p/w, OSP, fully furn, avail: now, area: Glenleith. Contact Justine, Ph: 479 7344, Email: justine.fuller@otago.ac.nz

Very tidy room, conveniently located, fully furnished, with an independent kitchen solely for the tenant of this room. Power is $20 per week, internet is $20 per month. Single br, $120 p/w, +exp, OSP, fully furn, avail: now to 31 Dec, or for next year, area: Central City. Contact Lin, Ph: 021 0288 7366, Email: zenli565@student.otago.ac.nz

PhD student, mature, vegetarian, looking for room in flat from December onwards, preferably with other vegetarians/vegans or with vege-friendly kitchen. Double br, $neg p/w, unfurn, avail: 16 Dec, area: within 30 minutes walking distance of University. Contact Lesley, Ph: 021 202 7398, Email: lesley@psy.otago.ac.nz

HOUSE FOR SALEThree br, $over 269,000, OSP, Suburb: Greater Mornington. Brick and tile home with magnificent views over Dunedin in a quiet cul-de-sac. Three bedrooms, large lounge with heat pump and wood burner, heat transfer system, garaging, fully fenced backyard, ample storage. 931m2 section. Contact Erica, Ph: 453 0988, Email: erica.baffelli@otago.ac.nz

Four br, $389,000, OSP, Suburb: Mornington. Modern home with three double bedrooms and an office. Master bedroom has walk-in wardrobe. En suite, three toilets, three levels, two decks, spa, inbuilt vacuum, double garage, modern kitchen, entertaining lounge, wood burner, two heat pumps, terraced section. Contact John, Ph: 479 7108, Email: john.egan@otago.ac.nz

Three br, $389,000 (neg), OSP, Suburb: Macandrew Bay. Four-year-old home on flat, sunny section in very quiet street with rural views. Spacious living areas with open plan kitchen/dining and separate lounge. Three double bedrooms, internal-access garage, generous attic storage space, wood burner and deck with great indoor/outdoor flow. Contact Iain, Ph: 022 674 6914 or 03 926 6142, Email: ihewson@cs.otago.ac.nz

HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATIONAvailable. Area: Naseby, avail: Summer. Two br, $120 to $140 per night, OSP. Two-bedroom cottage in Naseby, five minutes’ walk to water race and village centre. Available Dec (not 25 to 30), New Year and Jan. Contact Sally, Ph: 021 188 7567, Email: sally.shaw@otago.ac.nz

Available. Area: Otematata, Waitaki Valley, avail: on enquiry, dates available in Dec, limited in Jan. Three bedrooms, $110 per night, OSP. Sleeps 10 with sleepout. Five minutes’ drive from Benmore Dam and lakes. All linen provided, fully equipped house. Contact Brita, Ph: 479 8794 or 021 105 1065, Email: brita.fields@otago.ac.nz

FOR SALEChristmas gifts all in very excellent condition. PreSchool Toys: Toobers and Zots (Parents Choice Award construction toy). $12. Cooties (Milton Bradley construction game). $3. British Museum Gladiator Survival Kit (book, poster, game). $10. Thomas the Tank Engine Big Game Book. $3. Kids K’NEX sets. $12 each or three for $25, all six for $50. Magnetix, three large sets. $12 each, one small set for $6, all for $30. Contact Ralph, Email: ralph.adler@otago.ac.nz

Delonghi 10-fin heater. $40. Samsung TV. $35. Sharp TV. $25. Full length mirror. $20. Round mirror. $5. Breville popcorn maker. $5. Contact Raseetha, Ph: 022 617 6267, Email: raseetha.sivamanikam@otago.ac.nz

LPHS girls’ uniform, size 10, blazer (hardly worn), kilt and vest. $250. Contact Jan, Ph: 482 1669 or 027 482 1668, Email: jan.littleton@otago.ac.nz

Manuka honey: 500g pots of honey, 93 percent manuka, lightly creamed and delicious. $20. Contact Yolanda, Ph: 479 4107, Email: yolanda.vanheezik@otago.ac.nz

Personalised Plate. ALKMST. Black letters on pale background. Great gift idea. Can be personal or business related. $1200. Contact Jo, Ph: 479 7581, Email: joanne.kennedy@otago.ac.nz

VEHICLES FOR SALE1996, Honda, Orthia, current wof, current registration, 162,000km. $1200, ONO. Contact Sean, Ph: 021 023 22848, Email: linse769@otago.ac.nz

1999, Opel Astra, 2L Sport, current wof, current registration, approximately 79,000km. Automatic, five-door hatch, 10-month rego, A1 mechanically as regularly maintained by McLeods garage in Waverley. New tyres and alloy wheels, excellent condition and always garaged. Drives really well. $5750, ONO. Contact Shirley, Ph: 021 211 4113, Email: shirley.jones@otago.ac.nz

2002, Toyota, Estima Aeras, current wof, current registration, approximately 170,000km. Great condition, 2400cc, automatic, pearl white colour, eight-seater. CD player, power steering, four-angled sensor and camera for parking, central locking, sports rim. Welcome to view anytime. Owner leaving for overseas. $9800, ONO. Contact Raseetha, Ph: 022 617 6267, Email: raseetha.sivamanikam@otago.ac.nz

1994, Subaru, Impreza HS, current wof, current registration, 139,000km. In very good condition. Would love to keep it, but addition to family requires bigger car. Has tow bar. $4950, ONO. Contact Jenny, Ph: 021 249 9973, Email: jenny.mcarthur@otago.ac.nz

MISCELLANEOUSGardening services performed by a hardworking, qualified and experienced gardener. Weeding, hedge trimming, pruning and lawn mowing. Contact Mike, Ph: 021 260 0657. Buongiorno agli italiani e agli amici degli italiani! Siamo un piccolo gruppo che s’incontra abbastanza regolarmente per pranzo allo Staff Club. Se volete participare mandatemi una email. Contact Gina, Ph: 027 817 5705, Email: gina.rocco@otago.ac.nz

The Architectural Draughting Studio. Licensed Building Practitioner (Design 1), experienced in all aspects of designs and detailed drawings for new homes, alterations and Building Consents. No-obligation free initial consultation to discuss your specific building needs. Contact Jeremy, Ph: 027 481 6428 or 478 0848, Email: lucy.atkinson@otago.ac.nz

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Registered Feldenkrais Practitioner available for individual tuition. Improve your co-ordination, balance and efficiency in movement. Great for performers, athletes, those doing repetitive tasks, or living with pain, injury, or chronic conditions. Phone for appointment. Contact Catherine, Ph: 453 6043 or 021 122 1421.

When North meets South. Haiku from the North interpreted by artists from the South – a Poems in the Waiting Room exhibition. Bellamys Gallery, Macandrew Bay. Daily 12noon to 5pm until 26 Nov. Contact Ruth, Ph: 479 3033, Email: ruth.arnison@otago.ac.nz

Experienced academic design service. Reports, papers, posters, branding, logos, C.V.s or websites (including customising blog design so you can upkeep yourself). Editing and ESL help. Contact R. Kidder, Email: steven.kidder@otago.ac.nz

Old calendars to give away - cut up for pictures, numbers etc. Contact Leonie, Ph: 479 8582, Email: leonie.loeber@otago.ac.nz

Electrician available for domestic work, new houses, alterations, small installations and repairs. Also light commercial and industrial work. Local tradesman, registered 30 years. Contact John, Ph: 021 161 0016 or 455 7968, Email: camsh59p@otago.ac.nz

Editing, proofreading, document formatting and layout. Need a thesis or other document proofed, edited or laid out for printing/submission? I am a MS Word Wizard and a spelling and grammar pro. Price negotiable. Contact Jax, Ph: 021 053 0340, Email: jax.goss@otago.ac.nz

Koputai Kids offers quality afterschool and holiday programmes running out of our facilities on the Port Chalmers School grounds. All children from West Harbour and further welcome. Email: koputaikids@gmail.com

Learn to make soft cheeses for Christmas! Cheesemaking Class on Sat 1 Dec: petite cheese rounds, herb garden log (a classic French chevre), marinated feta and cream cheese. Tutor: Linda Charlton, an experienced, Dunedin-based cheesemaker. Venue: 55 Shortcut Road, Waitati, Dunedin. 10.30am to 3pm. $60 per person. Bookings are essential. Contact Samantha, Email: samantha.charlton@otago.ac.nz

Life Coaching is for forward thinking people. You want to work with your strengths, take personal power, and become the best you can be. If you are struggling with academic, personal or professional challenges, Claire is a professionally trained coach providing confidential support as you explore your options, overcome barriers, build confidence, and create lasting solutions. Contact Te Ara Pathways Transformational Life Coaching, Ph: 027 455 4575, Email: claire.porima@otago.ac.nz

Student looking for home to board in. Espoir is a first-year Law student who is seeking accommodation in a studio flat or similar from Feb 2013 for the full year. Will pay up to $175 p/w. Contact Espoir, Ph: 021 022 56291, Email: espoiribounga@yahoo.fr

PostgraduateDOCTORAL LOUNGELocated on the first floor of the University Union building, the Doctoral Lounge is available for use by all Doctoral candidates. Facilities in the Lounge include free tea and coffee, a daily newspaper, a PC with internet access and Endnote, and comfortable furniture for relaxing or studying. Access to the Lounge is via your student ID card and can be arranged by contacting Susan Craig, Email: susan.craig@otago.ac.nz

RUSH HOUR – POSTGRAD RADIO SHOWRadio 1 is now broadcasting a radio show specifically for postgraduate students. Listen in every Wed between 10am and 12noon for information, entertainment and interesting interviews on 91FM. The show is also live streamed on http://r1.co.nz/stream.php.

SCHOLARSHIPSScholarships for Postgraduate Students closing soon:

24 Nov ICCS Graduate Student Scholarships – Canada30 Nov BRANZ Postgraduate Scholarship 30 Nov Rosemary Seymour Awards1 Dec Hong Kong PhD fellowship1 Dec Selwyn Foundation Postgraduate Research Scholarship in Spirituality in Ageing14 Dec Ashburton UFS Health Science Scholarship14 Dec Yvonne A M Smith Charitable Trust Scholarship 17 Dec Retirement Income Research Scholarship31 Dec New Zealand-France Friendship Fund Excellence Scholarship2 Jan Chevening UK Government Scholarship

For more information, please contact the Scholarships Office Email: scholarships@otago.ac.nz

LIBRARY POSTGRAD WORKSHOPSDue to popular demand, the Library Postgraduate Workshop series will be repeated through Nov to Dec. Registration is essential, and the form will be available from the Library website: www.library.otago.ac.nz. Venues will be confirmed once you have registered. Seats are limited.

All sessions will be from 10am to 11.30am.

Session 1: Moving through the information jungle

Wed 14 Nov

An interactive, discussion based workshop on key library services and resources.

Session 2: Tracking the needle in the haystack

Wed 21 Nov

A hands-on introductory workshop for students wanting to learn how to use RSS and e-mail alerts to keep track of research.

Session 3: A presentation of two University of Otago supported bibliographic managers

Wed 28 Nov

Come and compare Endnote and Refworks and see which one will work best for you.

Session 4: Surviving the thesis journey

Wed 5 Dec

An interactive workshop highlighting important aspects of thesis preparation including; copyright, writing, submitting and depositing.

Session 5: Exploring the open publishing landscape

Wed 12 Dec

An interactive workshop about open access, open publishing and how it relates to your research.

PERSONAL PERFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT COACHINGBrian Johnston offers Personal Performance and Development Coaching to all University of Otago students. Costing just $15, his goal oriented one-to-one sessions can help students set themselves realistic, achievable goals. Brian has helped many postgraduate students struggling with procrastination, poor time management and a healthy life/study/work balance. Based at the Centre for Innovation Brian can be contacted by Email: brian.johnston@otago.ac.nz, Ph: 479 8461, or visit the webpage: www.otago.ac.nz/study/phd/otago029658.html

NEW BLOG FOR DOCTORAL WRITINGA new blogsite has been launched for doctoral students and those who work with them (supervisors, postgraduate coordinators etc). DoctoralwritingSIG is a forum for interacting around issues of doctoral writing. The link for doctoralwritingSIG is: http://doctoralwriting.wordpress.com/

CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTREPostgraduates reclaim the University as undergraduates head off campus.

This is a good time to think about where you are heading and how you might get there!

Register your interest for November Career Planning for Postgraduates on https://careerhub.otago.ac.nz

STUDENT LEARNING CENTRE WORKSHOPS AND POSTGRADUATE SUPPORTConference Support Group (CSG) for Postgraduate StudentsThe CSG comprises 15 facilitators (PhD and Master’s students) with experience presenting at conferences.

If you are a postgraduate student whose paper has been accepted for a presentation at a conference and would like to do a mock presentation in a supportive environment and receive constructive feedback, feel free to sign up for a session with the CSG.

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You will be allocated an hour with two CSG facilitators. They will provide feedback on your presentation covering aspects such as your style of delivery, structuring your presentation and how to engage your audience.

To register, download a registration form from the SLC website: www.hedc.otago.ac.nz/hedc/sld/Postgraduate-Students/Conference-Support-Group.html

1-1 Consultations for Postgraduate StudentsThe Student Learning Centre provides an Individual consultation service for postgraduate students to discuss any thesis writing, or research related issues with a Learning Advisor. To make an appointment Ph: 479 5786 or Email: student-learning-centre@otago.ac.nz

DIVISION OF SCIENCES

UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO’S SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION HOSTS THE ‘THE FUTURE OF SPORT IN SMALL NATIONS’ SYMPOSIUM Wed 21 Nov to Fri 23 NovStudent registration $50

In addition to offering international perspectives from Norway, Finland and the Arab world, the symposium will also feature talks from Peter Miskimmin from Sport NZ, as well as panel discussions with national sport administrators such as Cricket NZ CEO Heath Mills, to address the unique professional sport environment in small nations.

Registrations for the symposium are now being accepted. With the London Olympic Games now behind us, it is a good time to reflect on our ‘place in the world’ in relation to sport.

For details of the Symposium see: http://physed.otago.ac.nz/sportinsmallnations2012

THE ROLE OF THE OCEAN IN A CHANGING CLIMATE SYMPOSIUMFri 30 Nov Hutton Theatre, Otago Museum

This symposium is being hosted by the NIWA and University of Otago Research centre for Chemical and physical Oceanography. This research group last year won the Prime Minister’s Science prize, and this year also won the University of Otago Distinguished Research group medal. The day-long symposium features local, national and international speakers. The full programme is available at http://neon.otago.ac.nz/conferences/research_team_award/

The day is open to all and is free.

SCIENCE NOTESThis is a fortnightly radio show hosted by Dr Dave McMorran from Chemistry. Dr McMorran interviews postgraduate students about their work, what they love about their research and the challenges it presents. The students also get to bring along and play some of their favourite music. The shows are recorded for podcast, and are downloadable from the OAR website – www.oar.org.nz

If you are keen to be interviewed, please contact Dave McMorran, Email: davidm@chemistry.otago.ac.nz

SCIENCES OUTREACH CERTIFICATEMany of our postgrad students engage in outreach activity in various forms. This is valuable for the students and is very valuable to the public audience and to the university.

In recognition of this valuable service and also to clearly identify the extra skills students acquire in doing outreach (for employers’ benefit), the Division of Sciences will be offering a certificate for Outreach activity.

Check the Sciences website for more details and to sign up: www.sciences.otago.ac.nz/student-outreach.html

GRADUATE INTERN VACANCYPacific Edge wishes to appoint a highly motivated recent Master’s or PhD graduate to join an experienced team for a fixed term contract of six months to play a key role in researching new techniques for the early detection and management of cancer. The appointee will conduct, under supervision, a series of studies on novel RNA extraction systems, and biomarker identification designed to further improve clinical outcomes for a bladder cancer detection assay, Cxbladder®. The successful applicant will be based in a purpose designed laboratory at The Centre for Innovation at the University of Otago. The successful applicant will contribute to the development and validation of new methods and participate in product development of new diagnostics and prognostics for cancer. The position is available for an immediate start, with remuneration dependent on experience. Contact Tana-Lee Henare (HR and Investor Relations Manager), Ph: 021 109 5021, Email: tana-lee.henare@otago.ac.nz

POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIESPhD Opportunities in the Department of Medicine at the Dunedin School of MedicineWe have two PhD opportunities both within the Gastroenterology Unit of the Department of Medicine.

The smell of colorectal cancer: Using the electronic nose that is in use in the Department of Respiratory Medicine, we are studying its suitability to detect polyps and colonic cancers.

Individualising the study of colonic cell cultures – organoids: Focussing initially on the overlap of Inflammatory Bowel Disease and spondyloarthopathies and study host microbe interactions as well as the role of intestinal permeability.

Please contact Dr Michael Schultz, Email: michael.schultz@otago.ac.nz for further information about these opportunities.

Postgraduate Research Opportunities in the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, WellingtonFor more information on current opportunities, please visit the following web page: www.otago.ac.nz/wellington/departments/paediatricschildhealth/research/index.html

Student Project Opportunities in the Centre for Reproduction and GenomicsThe Centre for Reproduction and Genomics is a collaborative venture between AgResearch, New Zealand’s leading pastoral and livestock research institution, and the University of Otago. At the Centre for Reproduction and Genomics we have a particular focus on the following areas: livestock and human reproduction, livestock and human health and disease, and the control of animal reproduction.

For more information on current PhD and MSc/BSc(Hons) opportunities, please visit the following webpage: www.otago.ac.nz/crg/careers/currentopportunities/index.html

PhD Opportunities in BODE3: epidemiology, health economics and/or modellingWe are currently looking for high-quality PhD candidates to join our innovative and exciting research team. The PhD would occur within the Burden of Disease Epidemiology, Equity and Cost Effectiveness (BODE3) Programme (uow.otago.ac.nz/BODE3-info.html) which is determining the cost-effectiveness of preventive (e.g. cardiovascular disease) and cancer control (prevention to treatment to palliation) interventions. We are currently evaluating the health and disease impact, and cost effectiveness, of multiple cancer control and preventive interventions.

Two PhD positions, with a University of Otago PhD scholarship (www.otago.ac.nz/study/scholarships/#availablenow), are available. To be eligible for a PhD scholarship on BODE3, the candidate must have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 7.5 or greater. Please go to: www.otago.ac.nz/study/enrolment/otago014344.html to calculate a GPA.

Please contact Professor Tony Blakely or Associate Professor Nick Wilson to discuss PhD options further, Email: tony.blakely@otago.ac.nz or nick.wilson@otago.ac.nz.

For further information on BODE3 and potential PhD topics, please see: www.otago.ac.nz/wellington/otago037032.pdf

ADVERTISERSThe deadline for notices and advertisements for the next issue of the Bulletin is 12noon, Friday 23 November. So if you are looking for flatmates or want to sell, buy, swap or rent, then please go to:

www.otago.ac.nz/news/bulletin

Advertising in classifieds is free to staff and postgraduate students only.

Advertisements are accepted at the discretion of the Editor.

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Surgical Waiting Lists: are patients getting a fair go?

Tuesday 27 November 2012 at 5.30pmArchway 1 Lecture TheatreUnion Street East Dunedin

Inaugural Professorial Lecture Series 2012

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Jean-ClaudeTheisProfessorSurgical Sciences, Orthopaedic SurgeryDunedin School of MedicineDivision of Health Sciences

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exhibition

21 september to 13 december 2012special collections | de beer gallery

1st floor | central library | university of otagohours: 8.30am to 5.00pm | monday to friday

CHARLES DICKENS1812-1870

a man of his age

CELEBRATING

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