The Catalyst, the Department of Chemistry's Weekly Newsletter

1. Novartis (NIBR, San Francisco Bay area, CA) Medicinal Chemists, BS/MS and Ph.D. candidate openings; must show demonstrated expertise in the preparation of organic molecules and have a strong background in synthetic organic chemistry. Candidate must be experienced in the use of HPLC, LCMS, IR and NMR instrumentation and the interpretation of the data generated as required for the analysis and characterization of organic molecules. Primary function will be to work in a laboratory setting preparaing organic molecules of therapeutic relevance. Send your CV/resume and a research summary to: J. Sutton, Ph.D. Novartis 4560 Horton Street Mail Stop 4.5 Emeryville, CA 94608 FAX: 510-923-3360 For further information, see Karen in 1118 NW. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 2. Pfizer, Groton, CT Synthetic Organic Chemist, Ph.D. preferred; responsible for the design, synthesis, purification and isolation of potential drug candidates using traditional synthetic chemistry approaches (singletons) and/or parallel chemistry techniques (libraries). The scientist will develop new synthetic routes and techniques to prepare novel chemical matters, solve challenging technical and scientific problems involved in the small- and large-scale syntheses of novel compounds, and participate a a team member in chemistry and therapeutic area project teams. For further information, see Karen in 1118 NW. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 3. Eastern Connecticut State University Full-time tenure-track faculty position in chemistry/biochemistry. Ph.D. required and post-doctoral experience preferred; Teaching expectations include advanced chemistry and biochemistry courses with an emphasis on instrumentation and biochemical technique as well as introductory chemistry courses to augment the integrative liberal arts core curriculum. Applicants should send CV, transcripts, teaching philosophy/research interest statements and three letters of recommendation to: John Toedt, Search Chair Department of Physical Sciences Eastern Connecticut State University 83 Windham Street Willimantic, CT 06226 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 4. American Chemical Society (ACS) a. Associate/Senior Associate/Senior Editor, Scientific Journal-Chemistry Position primarily researches, reports, writes and edits articles for Analytical Chemistry. Topics include mass spectrometry & its instrumentation, surface science and bioanalysis. Some editing of the work of staff members and freelancers may be required. May also be responsible for performing editorial and production tasks and contributing to the editorial content. Some travel is required. For more details, see Karen in 1118 NW. b. Managing Editor, ACS Chemical Biology Position is responsible for working with ACS Chemical Biology to implement the overall editorial mission of the product and for ensuring that the publication and the website are produced on time, on budget, and with appropriate levels of quality in both content and functionality. In addition, it is responsible for supervising the design and production of the publication on the web and in print. For more details, see Karen in 1118 NW. c. Managing Editor, ACS Nano Position if responsible for working with the Editor-in-Chief of ACS Nano and the polymers and materials sciences Acquisitions Editor at ACS. This new periodical is intended to capture a flagship position at the strategically-key interface between chemistry, materials science, physics, biology and engineering at the nanoscale. For more details, see Karen in 1118 NW. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 5. St. Cloud State University, St. Cloud, MN Assistant Professor/Instructor in the Department of Chemistry, Fixed-term appointment. Primary duties include teaching undergraduate lecture and laboratory for preparatory chemistry. M.S. or Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry or chemical education required; candidates who are ABD may be considered. The date of appointment begins August 27, 200; application materials must be received by June 20, 2007 to be guaranteed consideration. For further details, see Karen in 1118 NW * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *