ASC Canberra Branch

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Save the date! ACT AGM is just over a month away. Come along and help shape the branch in 2024! facebook.com/events/s/act-b…

🌟 Exciting Opportunity Alert! 🚀 Join the prestigious @ourANU family and shape the future with us. We're hiring for a Research Fellow – be a part of cutting-edge research and innovation. Ready to make your mark? Apply now: bit.ly/3Q4AGrA #ANUCareers #JobOpening

ASC members in the ACT! Come join us for a spring drink at King O's next Thursday after work! Let us know you're coming!! facebook.com/events/s/asc-c… #scicomms

#scicommers in #Canberra ... come join the ASC ACT committee for a spring drink ... facebook.com/events/s/asc-c…

Want some money to do some scicomm stuff? asc.asn.au/blog/2023/09/0…

🚨JOB ALERT🚨Do you have skills in persuasive writing and editing, experience in web publishing and an understanding of science communication? In this role, you’ll also be working with Australia’s leading scientists. Learn more: science.org.au/about-us/caree… #CanberraJobs #scicommjobs

MEMBER WEBINAR 🗓️8 SEP 🕐1-2pm AEST | 12:30-1:30pm ACST | 11-12pm AWST @scidocmartin chats with @codelikeagirlau CEO Ally Watson (@LoveAndMaths) us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

@Aus_ScienceWeek launch at parliament today with @ScienceAU - 17,000 events! Best of luck to all the #scicommers out there doing their thing!

I am giving a talk about science, maths and policy in Canberra on Tuesday August 15th @UniCanberra - don't expect some deep and meaningful analysis, just stories of failure, frustration and occasional serendipity :) @Biodivcouncil eventbrite.com.au/e/krebs-lectur…

We're excited to host a Science Career Fair Friday 18 August, during #ScienceWeek! Free pizza lunch included 🍕 Students and employers can register here: science.anu.edu.au/news-events/ev…

🚨JOBS ALERT🚨 Communications Manager The successful candidate will provide communication support for the strategic objectives of The International Science Council Regional Focal Point for Asia and the Pacific (ISC RFP-AP). They will deliver a wide range of communications activities including media engagement, social media management, website updates, newsletters, speech writing and event support. They will work closely with the Academy's Communications and Outreach team in Canberra and the @ISC Communications team in Paris. ⏰ Closing date: 30/7/2023 science.org.au/about-us/caree… Grant Program Officer Do you have a strong background in grants administration and project management? If so, you could be our next Grant Program Officer who will support the delivery of the Theo Murphy (Australia) Fund grants program. The Theo Murphy (Australia) Fund was established with the purpose of furthering scientific discovery in the fields of medicine, science, technology and engineering and supports activities that aim to provide tangible benefits to Australia’s early and mid-career researcher (EMCR) community. ⏰ Closing date: 31/07/2023 science.org.au/about-us/caree… Fellowship and Awards Administration Officer This role plays an integral role in our busy, close-knit team, including collaboration across the Academy and engagement with Fellows, and external stakeholders across Australia. The position will suit a highly efficient administration professional with a flair for organisation and the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders, including senior scientists and other key stakeholders. ⏰ Closing date: 1/8/2023 science.org.au/about-us/caree… #CanberraJobs #ACTjobs

🚨JOB ALERT🚨 We are looking for a new Communications Manager to support the director, @ISC Regional Focal Point for Asia & the Pacific. This role includes media management, social media, event support and more. 📆 Apply by 30 July science.org.au/about-us/caree… #ScienceJobs #ACTJobs

#DYK what is happening with science communication on the web? Register for this intensive course, 26-30 June, to explore the weird wild west of social media and science communication: bit.ly/3p5iPrm #scicomm #SocialMediaManagement #SpreadTheWord

Canberra, meet your #PintAU23 speakers! Our science-savvy presenters are from @ANUmedia, @UNSWCanberra, @CSIRO, @UniCanberra, and @blackdoginst, and they will be down at King O'Malley's to talk all about their research. Tickets here: pintofscience.com.au/events/canberra

It's the moment we've all been waiting for...TICKETS ARE ON SALE! 🎉 From 22-24 May, Pint of Science AU is coming to cities and towns across Australia! #PintAU23 Tickets are less than the price of a pint. Order now from our main page: pintofscience.com.au

Mount Stromlo Observatory is home to satellites that go into space, lasers that talk to the Moon, giant meteorites and a whole lot more. Dr Brad Tucker (@btucker22) takes us on a tour of some of coolest things you’ll find at @StromloANU 🔭youtu.be/K2wu6DzNE_8

"Weather permitting, they [eclipse chasers] are coming to see one of nature’s greatest sights – a total eclipse of the Sun on Thursday April 20..Here’s what you need to know," writes #EclipseChasers co-author, Nick Lomb. #NingalooEclipse #SolarEclipse2023 theconversation.com/want-to-see-a-…

If, like to many, Antarctica appears to you as a vague notion at the bottom of the world, populated by ice and penguins, then tonight is your chance to learn more: - What are scientists already doing down there? - How are Antarctica’s glaciers faring in the warming climate?

Today I am proudly announcing that I have signed a book contract with @scribepub for my debut graphic novel The Town Without Television. This will be my first full-length book! More info in the video clip.