The Catalyst, the Department of Chemistry's Weekly Newsletter

1. State University of New York at Geneseo (Geneseo, NY) Physical Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor commencing Fall 2008. Candidate will be expected to develop a research program and seek outside funding to support it. Teaching responsibilities will be in physical chemistry and introductory chemistry. Ph.D. required and postdoctoral experience desirable. Applications should be submitted on line at http:jobs.geneseo.edu. Also attach a cover letter, CV, teaching statement, and summary of research plans; in addition, arrange for 3 recent confidential letters of recommendation and transcripts to be sent directly to: Search Committee Chemistry Department Integrated Science Center, Room 315 SUNY Geneseo 1 College Circle Geneseo, NY 14454 For further information, see receptionist for job binder in 1118 NW * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 2. Clemson University (Clemson, SC) Analytical Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor (although other ranks may be considered). Interests in bioanalytical chemistry, materials, or measurement science are especially desired. Application materials including CV, proposed research, teaching philosophy, and 3 letters of reference (pdf e-mail preferred) should be sent to Prof. George Chumanov at the following address: Department of Chemistry ANALYTICAL POSITION c/o Mrs. Sharon Smith Clemson University Clemson, SC 29634 Electr onic submissions accepted at: sharons@clemson.edu Oct. 1 - Nov. 1 applications will be given full consideration - expected start date is Aug. 2008 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 3. University of Maryland (College Park, MD) Materials Chemist - all levels tenure-track or tenured positions. Seek innovative scholars with interests that complement existing programs in soft materials, solid-state chemistry, supramolecular chemistry and nanoscience. Candidates should submit a CV, 3-pg summary of research plans, educational interests, and contact information for 3 references. Electronic submission of the application is required: See http://www.chem.umd.edu/employment.html for on-line applications Review of applications begins Oct. 15, 2007. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 4. JEM Consulting Services, LLC (Columbus, OH) Laboratory Scientist - Tier 1 supplier to Honda is in need of a BS in physics or chemistry that has experience in setting up a physical testing laboratory. They require characterization (bench) testing, lab set-up, operation and coordination. Two dynamometers will be purchased by this company in the next two years. Layoffs highly unlikely - company will look at candidates with 1-4 years experience. Contact: Jay Hofmeister,VP-Managing Partner JEM Consulting Services, LLC 4449 Easton Way, Floor 2 Columbus, OH 43219 e-mail: SGargala@jemcs.com * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 5. Scientific Computing and Modelling NV (SCM, Amsterdam, The Netherlands Technical Writer/Scientific Support Staff Member - position based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands and involves a mixture of non-programming tasks that required computational chemistry experience, preferably with ADF. See website: http://www.scm.com/News/job2007.html Dr. S. J. A. van Gisbergen, CEO e-mail: vangisbergen@scm.com * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 6. New College of Florida (Sarasota, FL) Physical Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor commencing Aug 2008. Applicants should have strong commitment to teaching and an active research program with undergraduates for this nationally recognized honors college of the State University System of Florida (innovative liberal arts institution). A particular interest in experimental component to research is desired as well as postdoctoral experience. Send CV, transcripts, at least 3 letters of recommendation, proposed research for undergraduates and teaching philosophy to: Physical Chemistry Search Committee Div. of Natural Sciences New College of Florida 5800 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL 34243-2109 Please see website: http://www.ncf.edu/Catalog/natural_sciences.htm#CHEMISTRY Applications received by 15 October will be given full consideration. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 7. Brandeis University (Waltham, MA) All areas of chemistry - open search; tenure-track assistant professor, but more advanced appointment will be considered, depending on qualifications. Information about the department: www.chem.brandeis.edu Assistant professor level applications: send CV, research plans description, and arrange for 3 letters of recommendation addressed to search committee at: chmsrch@brandeis.edu (preferred) or: Search Committee Chair Dept. of Chemistry MS 015 Brandeis University 415 South St. Waltham, MA 02454-9110. Senior applicants: provide CV, brief research description, and names of 3 referees. First consideration will be give applications received by November 1, 2007. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 8. College of Mount St. Joseph (Cincinnati, OH) Physical Organic Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor; will teach organic chemistry & physical chemistry as well as interdisciplinary and liberal arts courses. Undergraduate research program as well as strong teaching commitment is expected. Submit letter of application, CV, teaching philosophy, proposed research, and 3 recommendation letters to: Search Committee Chair Dept. of Chemistry & Physical Sciences College of Mount St. Joseph 5701 Delhi Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45233-1670 Review of applications begins on October 15, 2007 For information, see www.msj.edu * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 9. William Jewell College (Liberty, MO) Analytical Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor commencing Aug. 2008. Will teach courses in general, analytical & instrumental chemistry and maintain an undergraduate research program (write proposals for improved instrumentation). Arrange for 3 letters of reference to be sent, as well as letter of application, CV, response to college's mission, transcripts, teaching philosophy and research proposal for undergraduates to: Chair, Chemistry Search Committee William Jewell College Campus Box 1017 500 College Hill Liberty, MO 64068 Documents may be submitted electronically as: siercksb@william.jewell.edu (in pdf or ms word). Review of applications begins Nov. 1, 2007. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 10. University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS) Molecular Bioscientist - tenure-track assistant professor in Chemical Biology starting Fall 2008. Applicants must have clear interest in studying the function of enzymes at the molecular level using approaches at the interface of chemistry and biology. Additional information: http://www.molecularbiosciences.ku.edu Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, planned research statement and teaching philosophy, as well as arrange for 3 reference letters to be sent to: T. Chris Gamblin, Assistant Professor Chair, Chemical Biology Search Committee Linda Wiley, Admin. Assistant Chemical Biology Search Department of Molecular Biosciences University of Kansas 1200 Sunnyside Dr., Room 2034 Lawrence, KS 66045 gamblin@ku.edu The application can be submitted as a single pdf file to chembiosearch@ku.edu Applications should be received by Nov. 1, 2007 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 11. Virginia Commonwealth University (Richmond, VA) Physical Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor (but any rank will be considered). Position begins Fall 2008, contingent upon funding. Candidates with research related to nanomaterials and/or biophysical and using ultrafast spectroscopy would be of particular interest, but all areas will be considered. Ph.D. required and postdoctoral experience highly desired. Applicants should send a CV, proposed research, estimated start-up costs, and arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be sent to: Prof. M. S. El-Shall, Chair Physical Search Committee Dept of Chemistry PO Box 842006 Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA 23284-2006 Review of applications begins immediately. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 12. Lehigh University (Bethlehem, PA) Organic Chemist - open rank; especially seeking biological systems and/or synthetic methodology as programs are developing in these areas within the department and university. For more information on the department, go to our homepage: http://www.lehigh.edu/~inche/ Nominations and applications (including CV, teach statement, research proposal and arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be send to): Dr. Robert A. Flowers II, Search Committee Chair Department of Chemistry Lehigh University 6 East Packer Avenue Bethlehem, PA 18015-3172 Applications should be received by Nov 2, 2007 for full consideration for the Aug 2008 start date. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 13. University of Vermont (Burlington, VT) Inorganic Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor commencing Fall 2008. Candidates are expected to maintain a research program at the undergraduate and Ph.D. levels as well as teach at all levels. For additional information on the department, go to www.uvm.edu/~chem/ Applicants may apply on-line at www.uvmjobs.com (position listed under Dept of Chemistry) or by mail at the address shown below. Submit a CV and proposed research plans by October 15, 2007. Three hardcopy reference letters should also be sent directly to: Prof. Christopher Landry Chair, Inorganic Search Committee Department of Chemistry University of Vermont 82 University Place Burlington, VT 05405 e-mail: Christopher.Landry@uvm.edu * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 14. California State University, Chico (Chico, CA) Analytical/Physical Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor commencing Fall 2008 in the Dept of Chemistry & Biochemistry. Will teach quantitative analysis and instrumental analysis lecture and integrated (analytical,inorganic and physical) laboratory classes as well as general chemistry and conduct undergraduate research and seek external funding for such projects. Must have Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience. Salary: $48,715-$61,409 per academic year, based on qualifications and experience. Please submit a resume, statement of teaching, proposal for involvement in undergrad research, graduate & undergraduate transcripts and three current letters of recommendation to: Dr. Randy Miller, Chair Analytical/Physical Chemistry Search Committee Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry California State University, Chico Chico, CA 95929-0210 e-mail: RMMiller@csuchico.edu Review of applications begins Nov. 7, 2007. For more information, see www.csuchico.edu * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *