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ApplicationsThank you for your interest. If you wish to proceed,the following information will assist you with yourapplication. Note: see selection criteria on page 7.There are no specific application forms to complete.Your application should include the following:• A statement in relation to each selection criterionthat clearly demonstrates the extent to which yousatisfy the criteria.• A curriculum vitae that provides your personaldetails, qualifications and work history.• A list of publications.• The names, email, mailing addresses and thetelephone contact details of three referees who canbe contacted for a confidential report. Please notethat your permission will be sought before refereesare contacted.Please also note: If you are the successful candidatefor this position and you are not an Australian or NewZealand citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia,you will be required to obtain an entry visa to workhere. The University of Western Australia will sponsoryou for employment in Australia under the EmployerNomination Scheme.Supporting MaterialPlease do not include original documents with yourapplication. Photocopies are sufficient at this stage.Lodging Your ApplicationELECTRONICALLYSend your application as an email attachment.Email: toni.pilgrim@uwa.edu.auPlease include in the subject line:Chevron Chair in Gas Process Engineering,Ref 2803BY MAILMs Toni Pilgrim (ref: 2803)Human ResourcesThe University of Western AustraliaM35035 Stirling HighwayCrawley WA 6009Australia (If mailing from overseas)Closing DateThe closing date for applications isFriday, 10 July 2009The University reserves the right to make inquiries of any person regarding any candidate’s suitability forappointment. Further, the University reserves the right to appoint by invitation or to make no appointmentas a result of this announcement.Cricos Provider Code: 00126G11
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