The Catalyst, the Department of Chemistry's Weekly Newsletter

1. University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS) Molecular Biosciences Deparment - Chemical Biology; tenure-track Assistant Professor to commence Fall 2008. A clear interest in studying the function of enzymes at the molecular level using approaches at the interface of chemistry and biology is desired; we desire applications whose expertise and inte4rests in studying the functions of enzymes will help bridge many related disciplines. Additional information about the department, see http://www. molecularbiosciences.ku.edu/ Interested applicants should send cover letter, CV, planeed research and teaching interests/philosophy statements and have 3 letters of reference to be send to: Linda Wiley, Admin. Assistant Chemical Biology Search Department of Molecular Biosciences University of Kansas 1200 Sunnyside Dr., Rm 2034 Lawrence, KS 66045-7534 The application can be submitted as a single pdf file to chembiosearch@ku.edu Applications should be received by November 1, 2007 for full consideration. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 2. Virginia Commonwealth University (Richmond, VA) Physical Chemistry - tenure-track to begin Fall 2008, contingent upon funding. Assistant Professor applications are preferred but any rank will be considered. The candidates' research interests will strengthen the department's current initiatives in material science and chemical biology. Candidates with research related to the above areas (nanomaterials and/or biophysical) and using ultrafast spectroscopy would be of interest. Postdoctoral experience desirable. Send CV, proposed research and estimated start-up costs, and arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be sent to: Prof. M. S. El-Shall, Chair of Search Committee Department of Chemistry P. O. Box 842006 Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA 23284-2006 Review of applications begins immediately. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 3. Lehigh University (Bethlehem, PA) Organic Chemistry - open rank; seeking candidates with interests relevant to synthetic methodology, bioorganic or chemical biology. Ph.D. and post-doctoral experience are required. For more information on the department, see http://www.lehigh.edu/~inche/. Candidates should send a CV, teaching statement, detailed research proposal, and arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be sent to: Dr. Robert Flowers, Chair, Search Committee Department of Chemistry Lehigh University 6 East Packer Avenue Bethlehem, PA 18015-3172 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 4. SCM (software co. in Amsterdam, Netherlands) Technical Writer/Scientific Support staff member for its software package ADF in the area of computational quantum chemistry. The wide variety of tasks will include writing technical end user documentation, communicating with current and tentative ADF users, and preparing scientific marketing materials. Go to http://www.scm.com for information on the company. See receptionist in 1118 NW for further details. Job applications can be sent by e-mail to Dr. Stan van Gisbergen including CV and letter explaining the motivation for applying (vangisbergen@scm.com). Applications will be accepted until October 15, 2007 (but preferably sooner). * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 5. Haverford College (Haverford, PA - 12 miles NW of Philadelphia) Physical Chemistry - tenure-track position beginning September 2008; must possess a strong commitment towards teaching and establishing a vigorous research program involving undergrad students. Ph.D. required and post-doctoral position highly desirable. The candidate will teach physical chemistry at all levels and contribute to general chemistry and junior lab courses. Submit a CV, research plans, philosophy statement, all transcripts, and 3 letters of reference to: Merleen MacDonald, Search Secretary Haverford College 370 Lancaster Ave. Haverford, PA 19041-1392 Questions to: Dr. F. R. Blase, Chemistry Chair e-mail: fblase@haverford.edu Dossiers should be completed by 10/12/07 for full consideration * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 6. Arkansas Tech University (Russelville, AR) Tenure-track candidate with Ph.D. in Chemistry to begin August 2008; candidate will teach general chemistry, survey of chemistry courses & laboratories as directed. Research specialty that compliments current faculty & suitable for UG desired. Deadline: 10/30/07 or until filled. Application details and current faculty expertise at: http://pls.atu.edu/physci/ * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 7. Michigan State University Inorganic Chemistry - tenure-track position at all levels. Establish vigorous research program and teach at the UG and grad levels. Send CV, publications list, research plans statement to: John L. McCracken, Chair Department of Chemistry Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824-1322 Applicants should arrange for 3 letters of reference to be submitted; review of applications begins 10/15/07. For additional information, see http://www.chemistry.msu.edu * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 8. Villanova University (Villanova, PA) Analytical Chemist & Inorganic Chemist - tenure-track faculty position(s) commencing August 2008. All areas of analytical chemistry will be considered; however, bioanalytical chemists are especially encouraged to apply. A Ph.D. is required and post-doctoral experience is desired. Applications will be accepted until 10/5/07. For more information, see receptionist in 1118 NW. Send CV, teaching philosophy, research plans/proposals, transcripts and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Scott Kassel, Chair Department of Chemistry Villanova University Villanova, PA 19085 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 9. College of Wooster (Wooster, OH) Inorganic Chemist - tenure-track position beginning Fall 2008; teach introductory courses in inorganic chemistry, intro chemistry, and other related courses. Participation in the College's interdisciplinary programs, including First-Year Seminar, is expected, as is directing UG research as part of Wooster's Independent Study Program. Send resume, transcripts, statement of teaching philosophy, research plans and 3 letters of reference to: Dr. Paul L. Gaus Department of Chemistry The College of Wooster 943 College Mall Wooster, OH 44691 Review of applications will commence on October 1, 2007. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 10. Southern Methodist University (Dallas, TX) Professor & Chair of Chemistry; must have active research program, proven record of attracting extramural support, commitment to education excellence, and desire to develop & strengthen dept's newly established doctoral program. Candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, research accomplishments, copies of 3 significant pubs, summary of teaching of curriculum development philosophy, a vision statement regarding leadership as chair of the dept, and names/addresses of at least 3 references to: Dr. Edward R. Biehl, Chair Department of Chemistry Box 0314 Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX 75275-0314. To ensure full consideration, applications must be postmarked by 9/27/07, but they will be accepted until position is filled. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 11. University of Vermont (Burlington, VT) Inorganic Chemistry - tenure-track assistant professor; position begins August 2008. Doctoral degree and postdoctoral experience are expected. The applicant will be contribute to teaching inorganic chemistry at the UG and grad levels and have the opportunity to develop courses suited to his/her area of expertise. He/she is also expected to develop a vigorous research program that leads to peer-reviewed scholarly publications and extramural funding for that research. For more information, see the receptionist in 1118 NW. Applicants may apply on-line at http://www.uvmjobs.com (under Department of Chemistry), or at the address below: Prof. Christopher Landry Chair, Inorganic Search Committee Department of Chemistry The University of Vermont 82 University Place Burlington, VT 05405 e-mail: Christopher.Landry@uvm.edu To receive full consideration, submit CV, proposed research plans and 3 hardcopy letters of recommendation to the address above by October 15, 2007 to receive full consideration. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 12. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Two (2) tenure-track faculty positions at the assistant professor level in all areas of organic chemistry. One of the positions is particularly aimed at the synthetic organic chemistry area. Exceptional candidates will be considered at the associate professor level. Applications should submit a CV, research plans and 4 letters of recommendation to: Organic Search Committee Department of Chemistry CB 3290 University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3290 Review of applications will be begin September 15, 2007. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *