Chemistry in Australia

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1 Chemistry in Australia

2 About Us Nurture the passion, discover the possibilities RACI is the voice of chemistry in Australia RACI advocates the importance of chemistry to the public and all levels of education, industry and government RACI supports the professional needs and interests of all its members 8 state and territory based Branches. Within these there are also Groups and Sections convened to serve more specific needs of members. ACT Branch NSW Branch NT Branch QLD Branch SA Branch TAS Branch VIC Branch WA Branch 14 specialist Divisions based nationally. Analytical & Environmental Chemistry Division Biomolecular Chemistry Division Cereal Chemistry Division Chemical Education Division Colloid and Surface Chemistry Division Electrochemistry Division Industrial Chemistry Division Inorganic Chemistry Division Materials Chemistry Division Organic Chemistry Division Physical Chemistry Division Polymer Chemistry Division Radiochemistry Division OH&S Division

3 Global Chemistry News Online Magazine Events and conferences Jobs and career info Social media Networking Awards and recognition Chemistry resources

4 News Stay up to date on national and international chemistry news, professional development, education and more through the RACI website, alerts and Chemistry in Australia magazine.

5 The RACI Magazine Online access and a print copy of Chemistry in Australia magazine Members also have access to the online version of TCE the magazine of the IChemE

6 Events An up to date events calendar covering RACI, Australian and Overseas chemistry events, many offering reduced attendance rates to RACI members. Example of Upcoming Events The Electrochemical Society Fall 2011 Biannual Meeting 9 October 2011, Boston, USA Leadership & Career Development Group Meeting 10 October 2011, VIC RACI Qld A&E Group Presents A Lab Safety Seminar 13 October 2011, Brisbane QLD RACI Qld Branch Committee Meeting October 7 October 2011, Brisbane QLD Qld Branch Retired Members Luncheon 25 October 2011, Brisbane QLD 23rd Conference of Residue Chemists October 2011, QLD BD & D Group Dinner 25 October 2011, VIC

7 Resources & Benefits Book Discount RACI Members Save 20% on all Wiley Books! Wiley is a global publisher of print and electronic products, specialising in scientific, technical, medical and scholarly journals, encyclopaedias, books, and online products and services; professional/trade books, subscription products, training materials, and online applications and websites; and educational materials for undergraduate and graduate students and lifelong learners. Member Advantage Benefits Program Entitles you and your family to exclusive discounts on a wide range of quality lifestyle and financial products. Groceries & petrol Car purchasing Dining Health insurance Travel insurance Accommodation Movie Tickets Electrical & whitegoods Magazine subscriptions Home loans Car rental Leisure activities Online shopping Airline lounge memberships Theme park tickets Eco friendly products Bowling and more

8 Search Jobs Search through Chemistry Jobs from Science Alert and the RACI. A range of jobs are featured on the RACI Chemistry Jobs page from academia and industry, Australia and overseas. Widen your search with Science Alert, this section of our website features chemistry related jobs from the engineering, environment, life and physical science s arena.

9 Career Planning Career Profiles RACI members talk about the appeal of chemistry as a career, who helped them to get there, and their defining moments along the way. Active Industries & Companies Who are the major employers of chemists, and where can you work?

10 Networking Member Directory The RACI Member Directory is a feature of raci.org.au that allows members to discover and collaborate with other members with similar research interests, or to find an expert in a specific area of chemistry. The Member Directory is a member only resource and has been created to make it easier for our members to network. Whether you re an undergraduate student looking for a mentor or a seasoned industry professional looking for help with a project we believe the member directory is a useful resource for you.

11 Social Media RACI: twitter.com/raci_hq facebook.com/racinational IYC2011: twitter.com/iyc2011aus facebook.com/iyc2011aus

12 Awarding Chemistry

13 IYC 2011 Regional Travelling Exhibitions Material Futures Nature s Chemical Diversity Chemistry and the Nucleus Eat, Drink and Chemistry Healthy Chemistry National Lecture Tour Dr Peter Tregloan (AUS) Prof. Lynn Francesconi (USA) Prof. Martyn Poliakoff (UK) Dr Peter Wothers (UK) Dame Julia Higgins (UK) Prof. Martin Chalfie (USA) Periodic Table on Show Chemistry Meets Art An exciting project that uses art to describe the most fundamental and important document used by chemists, Australian artists joined with chemists to produce a unique interpretation of each element of the 2010 IUPAC Periodic Table.

14 RACI Membership RACI Membership will provide you with invaluable support and resources to help you develop your career as a chemistry professional. Benefits include: PRESTIGE Joining a network of over 6,000 chemistry professionals in Australia and overseas and being part of a prestigious and world renowned institute. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND RECOGNITION Eligibility for National, State and Divisional Awards. STATUS Use of the RACI affix after your name to signify your professionalism and expertise. SUBSCRIPTION TO CHEMISTRY IN AUSTRALIA Monthly issues of Chemistry in Australia, the RACI s member magazine. RACI WEBSITE AND ALERTS Stay up to date on research, international news, CPD, education and more through the RACI website and alerts. STATE NETWORKS State branches run programs of events, meeting a range of local needs, including education, industry, professional development and social events. SPECIAL INTEREST NETWORKS Divisions are special interests groups which aim to promote and advance their individual areas of chemistry in a member community. REDUCED RATES AT RACI SPONSORED CONFERENCES Eligible for discounted member rates at RACI sponsored conferences. RACI MEMBER DIRECTORY Providing the opportunity to network with chemistry professionals in Australia and internationally SUPPORTING CHEMISTRY EDUCATION Give back to chemistry education through outreach programs with RACI School Affiliate Members INDUSTRY OUTREACH Outreach programs to gain industry experience with RACI s Industry Affiliate Members MEMBERSHIP LEVELS: RACI Membership develops as your career in the chemistry profession develops Student Member Associate Member Member Chartered Member Fellow Chartered Fellow School Affiliate Industry Affiliate In addition to the listed benefits, the RACI works with its members to provide services and advice to reflect the changing landscape of the industry. The RACI is constantly reviewing and improving the benefits and services it provides and welcomes feedback about this at all stages.

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