The Catalyst, the Department of Chemistry's Weekly Newsletter

1. CEM Corporation (Matthews, NC) a. Technical Coordinator - Biosciences Div. Position requires a BS/MS in biochemistry, chemistry or related field, and previous lab experience with peptide synthesis is a plus; this involves customer support, development of chemistry support materials (presentations, manuals, applications brochures) and communication with other departments including sales & marketing. A good foundation and communication of analytical & organic chemistry are desired. b. Research Associate - Biosciences Div. Position required a BS in chemistry, or related field with a strong background in biology and laboratory experience is a plus. Person is responsible for carrying out basic lab tasks in the field of chemistry, including peptide synthesis, assisting with the development of new microwave applications. Qualified candidates should have good verbal and written skills while maintaining a safe and clean work environment. c. Development Chemist - Synthesis Div. Position requires BS/MS level organic/inorganic chemist with research experience. Role requires performing organic and inorganic reactions in the lab, working with a development team to assist in improving and creating novel instrumentation, traveling with sales persons to give presentations and technical support, interacting with customers on a technical level, and presenting technical work at conferences. Candidate must have a good knowledge of chemistry, be effective problem solvers and have a very open personality with good communication skills. CEM is a 250-person, privately run, global science company that develops and manufactures lab instrumentation and chemical reagents as well as doing fundamental research to explore new application areas. For all three above positions, e-mail resume and salary requirements to: human.resources@cem.com Mike Collins, Jr., Mgr Synthesis & Bioscience Divisions Michael.Collins_Jr@cem.com * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 2. University of Illinois at Springfield (Springfield, IL) Organic Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor commencing 8/14/08 - must have Ph.D. in organic chemistry or closely-related field. Responsibilities include teaching introductory or advanced organic chemistry, participating in our interdisciplinary and on-line liberal arts and sciences initiatives; and directing undergraduate student research. Review of applications begins 10/31/07. Send letter of application (teaching/research statements), CV, transcripts, and 3 letters of recommendation to: Dr. H. D. Bapat, Chair Chemistry Search Committee M.S. HSB 314 University of Illinois at Springfield One University Plaza Springfield, IL 62703 For more info, see http:www/uis.edu * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 3. Illinois state University (Normal, IL) Analytical Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor commencing Aug. 16, 2008. Ph.D. required and post-doctoral experience highly preferred. Candidates should send a CV, teaching philosophy statement and research plan to: Prof. John Baur, Search Committee Chairperson 4160 Department of Chemistry Illinois State University Normal, IL 61790-4160 Details of our programs and facilities can be found at www/che.ilstu.edu Review of applications begins Nov. 15, 2007. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 4. Indiana University (Bloomington, IN) Analytical Chemist - tenure-track professor with targeted interests in instrumentation, materials science and nanotechnology, environmental chemistry, chemical ecology and bioanalytical chemistry. Send letter of application, resume and research proposal to: Analytical Chemistry Search Committee Indiana University 800 Kirkwood Avenue Bloomington, IN 47405-7102 e-mail: dclemmer@indiana.edu phone: 812-855-8259 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 5. University of Idaho (Moscow, ID) Synthetic Organic Chemist - tenure-track commencing Fall 2008. Ph.D. required and post-doctoral experience highly preferred. The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate courses and develop a strong externally funded research program. Review of applications will begin 11/21/07 For complete description and to apply online, visit: www.hr.uidaho.edu. Prof. Richard V. Williams Department of Chemistry University of Idaho PO Box 442343 Moscow, ID 83844-2343 Ph: 208-885-6775 FAX: 208-885-5173 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 6. Ohio Northern University (Ada, OH) Physical Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor with a Ph.D. degree, excellent lecture and lab teaching skills in the areas of physical and introductory chemistry. In addition, must possess a strong desire to conduct scientific research involving undergraduates. see www.onu.edu/a+s/chemistry for details and to apply. Review of applications begins on 11/16/07. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 8 * * * * * * * * * * 7. University of Montana (Missoula, MT) a. Organic Chemist - tenure-track assistant professor for 2008-09 academic year. Ph.D. in organic chemistry and postdoctoral experience are required. For more information, see receptionist in 1118 NW for jobs binder. Applications (full CV, research plans, teaching philosophy) should be sent to: Dr. Nigel D. Priestley, Chair Organic Chemistry Search Committee Department of Chemistry University of Montana Missoula, MT 59812-1656 e-mail: nigel.priestley@umontana.edu Applicant should arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be sent to same address. Review of applications begins 11/1/07. For more information on department, see http://www.umt.edu/chemistry b. Director, The Shafizadeh Rocky Mountain Center for Wood & Carbohydrate Chemistry at the associate or full professor level. A strong background in organic carbohydrate chemistry or related field and ability to teach undergraduate and graduate organic chemistry courses is required. A dynamic externally funded research program and excellence in teaching are also mandatory. For more information, see receptionist in 1118 NW for jobs binder. Applications should send a full CV to: Dr. Bruce E. Bowler, Chair Shafizadeh Search, Dept of Chemistry University of Montana Missoula, MT 59812 e-mail: bruce.bowler@umontana.edu Review of applications begins 11/1/07.