Equality in Science

AIMS

• Identify issues in the workplace which impede career progression and scientific research outcomes
• Communicate these issues to the Institute’s Executive members  and propose  solutions.
• Improve career development opportunities (including training and networking) at FNI
• Develop guidelines and promote transparency in relation to maternity leave and provide support to ensure the continuation of research whilst away from the workplace
• The group will seek to form broader external networks with an aim to increase awareness, lobby and improve general outcomes for women and/or those withpersonal circumstances that affect career performance and progressionin scientific careers.
• Source funds to support individuals who are experiencing or have experienced career disruption. The aim of providing this funding support is to minimize the effects of career interruption on research outcomes and support the career advancement of these individuals.

COMMITTEE
Co-Chairs: Holly Cate & Jenny Gunnersen
Secretary: Jhodie Duncan      

COMMITTEE MEMBERS
(alphabetical by last name) Julie Bernhardt, Amy Brodtmann, Robyn Brown, Emma Burrows, Dominique Cadilhac, Leeanne Carey, Siew Chai, Janice Collier, Helen Dewey, Geoffrey Donnan, Jenny Favaloro, Sally Hood, Leigh Johnston, Jee Hyun Kim, Rodi Neri, Brett Purcell, Ingrid Scheffer, Karin Sitte, Astrid Sweres, Geoffrey Tregear, Tamara Tse, Lisa Willats, Sarah Wilson

MEETING DATES
August 19th
September 16th
October 21st
November 18th
December 16th
 

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Florey-EqIS Mentoring scheme
Letter of invitation
12 August 2011

The Equality in Science (EqIS) committee invites and encourages you to become  mentors in the Florey-EqIS Mentoring Program. The program will commence in the coming months and will be open to all Florey staff.

EqIS seeks mentors, internal and external to the Florey, with:

• a variety of scientific, technical and administrative backgrounds,
• a variety of career levels,
• a diversity of work/life experiences,
• a passion for science, and
• a desire to improve career opportunities for scientists and science-related professionals

Please contact the EqIS Mentoring Sub-Committee if you are interested in becoming a mentor and please extend this invitation to your local colleagues.

Thank you,

The EqIS Mentoring Sub-Committee

Karin Sitte                   karin.sitte@florey.edu.au

Helen Dewey             helen.dewey@florey.edu.au

Leigh Johnston            leigh.johnston@florey.edu.au

Rodi Neri                    rodi.neri@florey.edu.au