Josef Richmond (NPAA) for being awarded a 2026 Forrest Fellowship on the topic of plasma devices for space exploration applications.

Forrest Fellowships are offered to early-stage postdoctoral researchers who have outstanding academic profiles and who have already made significant personal research contributions within and beyond their discipline.

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HR Support For CoSM SharePoint

The People and Culture division have re-aligned work within functional teams to improve consistency and quality of advice across the University. 

This includes re-aligning recruitment support to the People and Culture recruitment team for CoSM. Information to assist CoSM Schools and areas, and to provide some clarity on who to contact for support, can be found at the HR Support for CoSM SharePoint.

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Job Opportunity | Science Adviser

The Science Adviser is a key member of the Academy’s Science Networks and Advice team, contributing to the delivery of priorities outlined in the Academy’s Policy and International Strategy. The role provides expert support to advance science and public policy in Australia by collaborating with leading scientists, government, industry, and other stakeholders. 

How to apply
Please apply via Seek or apply directly to hr@science.org.au

Applications close 5.00 pm AEDT Tuesday 27 January 2026

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MSI Lecture | Jan 29

'Comprehending Large Numbers'
Ian Le, Australian National University

Date: Thurs 29 Jan 2026
Time: 5:30-6:30pm 
Location: Seminar Room 1.33 7 1.37, Hanna Neumann Bldg 145

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Job Opportunity | Governance Administrator

This position is part of a secretariat, accountable to the Academy Council, that works as a team to deliver the priorities and commitments set out in the Academy’s strategic plan.

The Governance Administrator supports the governance and administrative functions of the Academy’s 19 discipline-based National Committees for Science, who provide advice to the Academy’s Council on discipline-specific matters relating to emerging scientific developments, and capability needs relevant to Australia and the region.

How to apply
Please apply via Seek or apply directly to hr@science.org.au

Applications close 5.00 pm AEDT Wednesday 28 January 2026

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College Hot Desking In Physics

Finance, HR & RM Teams
Thursday Mornings
^{Lv2 Tearoom, Bldg 160}

Staff Movements

Prof Jodie Bradby will be on leave until 26/1/26
^{Prof Patrick Kluth will be acting Director from 10-26th}

Luda Mangos will be on leave until 2/2/26
^{Please continue to use the HDR email in her absence}