Chemistry Newsletter - 01/05/1998

University of Wisconsin - Madison

Department of Chemistry Newsletter

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*****PLEASE NOTE*****

Newsletters are still available in hard copy form. You can pick up a copy in the Duplicating Department, Room 1380 Chemistry. They will be on the shelf above the work bench on the right when you enter. I will have them in a basket marked "NEWSLETTERS". If you should decide in the future that you would still like to receive the Chemistry Department's Newsletter in your Chemistry Mailbox, Campus Mailbox, or by U.S. Mail, just notify me by e-mail: goldade@chem.wisc.edu, phone or voice mail: 608-262-0293, or by U.S. Mail to: Chemistry Newsletter, 1101 University Ave, Madison WI, 53706. Please give your name, mailing address, including street Address, City, State, Zip Code. If you have any questions on the newsletter please contact me by one of the means listed above. THANK YOU - Bruce Goldade

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ORGANIC CHEMISTRY - CUMULATIVE EXAMINATION SCHEDULE

Room 1361, Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.

1998

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INORGANIC CUMULATIVE EXAMINATION SCHEDULE

Exams are held on Saturdays beginning at 9:00 a.m., in Room 2373, except for one date noted.

1998

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ATTENTION GRADUATE STUDENTS

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IMPORTANT DATES:

January 16^th, 1998 - Window period. A grace period for students appropriately registered for the Fall semester, who complete all degree requirements by this date. Your thesis must be deposited in the Memorial Library by 4:30 p.m. on this date. A May degree is awarded, but you are not required to register for the Spring semester or pay a degree completion fee.

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MINOR AGREEMENT FORMS: The Graduate School requires that the minor program be outlined in an agreement which is approved by the Department no later than halfway through completion of the sequence minor courses. The minor requirement must be completed by the end of the third year of graduate school. Minor agreement forms are available in Room 1315.

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University of Wisconsin-Madison Chemistry Department Departmental Colloquia

1997-1998

First Fridays of the Month -- mostly

SEMINARS

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Tuesday, January 20^th, 1998 - Organic Chemistry Seminar, 3:30 p.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Professor Uday Maitra, Indian Institute of Technology, Bangalore, India. "Bile Acid Based Chiral Auxiliaries and Molecular Receptors"

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CALL FOR PAPERS

ACS 30th Central Regional Meeting Undergraduate Program

The meeting will be held May 27-29, 1998 at the Renaissance Cleveland Hotel, Tower City Center with many undergraduate activities taking place.

The undergraduate program will consist of activities such as: an Undergraduate Social and tour of the Great Lakes Science, oral and poster presentations for undergraduate students, a free undergraduate luncheon with guest speakers who will give presentations on graduate school admissions and requirements, and a subsidized Morley Award Lecture and Banquet.

The John Carroll University Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society would like to invite you to submit abstracts for posters and oral presentations. All persons submitting abstracts must use ACS format (available at http://www.csuohio.edu/cleveland_acs/crm.htm) and they must be submitted by January 26, 1998. Please submit abstracts to: Dr. David W. Ewing, 30th CRM Undergraduate Program, c/o Department of Chemistry, John Carroll University, 20700 N. Park Boulevard, University Heights, Ohio 44118. Email questions to: ewing@jcvaxa.jcu.edu.

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THE CAMILLE AND HENRY DREYFUS FOUNDATION, INC.

This is the announcement of the 1998 Camille and Henry Dreyfus Postdoctoral Program in Environmental Chemistry. Now in its third year, and directed to institutions with outstanding research efforts in environmental science, the program expects to provide up to five two-year fellowships annually for appointment of Ph. D. chemists and chemical engineers as visiting scientists. Details are given in the announcement.

In establishing the Postdoctoral Program in Environmental Chemistry, the Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation recognizes the need for continuing study of scientific phenomena affecting the environment. The program thus aims to encourage and strengthen the vital role of chemists and chemical engineers in addressing environmental issues.

Not reflected in the brochure is a recently approved increase in the award level from $90,000 to $96,000 over the two-year award period. The $6,000 increase represents an additional annual allocation of $3,000 to permit an undergraduate to participate in research in the award recipient's laboratory. Of this amount, $2,500 is to be used for a stipend for the student and $500 for related research support.

Please note that the deadline for institutional applications is 28 February 1998. Applications and further information about this program are available in Room 1380 Chemistry.

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The Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge

Research Grant Opportunities

The Presidential Chemistry Challenge supports fundamental research in green chemistry in order to provide industry with the chemically-viable tools and methods necessary to develop products and processes that are more environmentally benign. The Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge was established to recognize and promote fundamental and innovative chemical methodologies that accomplish pollution prevention and that have broad application in industry. Although the program does not provide an independent mechanism for green chemistry grants, it does support the EPA/NSF partnerships for environmental research. The Technology for a Sustainable Environment solicitation addresses the technological and environmental issues of design, synthesis, processing, production, and use of products in continuous and discrete manufacturing industries. Research proposals are invited that advance the development and utilization of innovative technologies and approaches directed at avoiding or minimizing the use or generation of hazardous substances. The total number of grants awarded for this activity depends upon the technical merit of the proposals (determined by external peer review), their relation to the agencies' missions, and the financial support available to both EPA and NSF for this program. Projects selected for support may be funded individually either by EPA or NSF, or jointly by both agencies. This is at the option of the agencies, not the grantee.

ELIGIBILITY:

Eligible applicants include academic and nonprofit institutions located in the United States, and state or local governments. The following individuals or groups may collaborate with eligible applicants:

• Personnel in profit-making firms functioning as nonfunded coinvestigators.
• Personnel in profit-making firms subcontracting with an awardee institution.
• Personnel participating as coinvestigators with eligible institutions and who are associated with entities such as national laboratories and fended research development consortia.
• Non-EPA federal employees (certain limits apply)

Ineligible applicants include:

• Profit-making firms and federal agencies.
• Federal employees seeking to increase their agency's appropriations.

Additional information about the Technology for a Sustainable Environment solicitation, including forms, is available via the Internet at <http://www.epa.gov/ncerqa> or <http://www.nsf.gov>, or from Steve Lingle at 202-564-6821 and Barbara Kern at 202-564-6824. Other sources of information regarding EPA's Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Program include EPA's Pollution Prevention Information Clearinghouse at 202-260-1023, Paul Anastas and Tracy Williamson of EPA at 202-260-2659, and the Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Web site <http://www.epa.gov/docs/gcc>.

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Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium

Announcement of Opportunity - Scholarships and Fellowships 1998-1999

We have received information on the Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium Scholarships and Fellowships programs that are available for the 1998-1999 year. They Include:

• Research Infrastructure Program - Announcement of Opportunity.
• Higher Education Incentives Program - Announcement of Opportunity.
• Special Initiatives Program - Request for Proposals.
• Aerospace Outreach Program - Request for Proposals.

Deadline for these opportunities is February 23, 1998. For complete information and for an application for one of the opportunities, please stop by Room 1380 Chemistry.

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FACULTY POSITIONS/TEMPORARY FACULTY/ACADEMIC POSITIONS

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The University of Wisconsin - River Falls, Assistant Professor of Chemistry. Teach chemical instrumentation and analytical courses and other advanced, general, and liberal arts chemistry courses and supervise undergraduate research students in an area such as separation techniques, bioanalytical chemistry, or chemical instrumentation. Additional responsibilities include advising undergraduate students, collaborating with colleagues in support of departmental and university activities, and serving on departmental and university committees. Earned doctorate in chemistry, postdoctoral experience in analytical chemistry and a demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations and ability to contribute to the University's commitment to enhancing student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnic and cultural heritages are required. Submit a resume (or curriculum vitae), a statement of teaching philosophy, a summary of research interests and goals and a letter of interest specifying: 1) professional/teaching area(s) of interest, 2) qualifications, 3) statement of experience, including ability to contribute to the enhancement of student awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures. Include unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts (official copies will be required if hired) and have confidential letters of recommendation forwarded from at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience, and professional preparation. Deadline to Apply: All requested material must be postmarked no later than January 19, 1998. Inquiries and applications should be addressed to: Dr. Barbara S. Nielsen, Department of Chemistry, University of Wisconsin - River Falls, 410 South 3rd Street, River Falls, WI 54022.

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The University of Wisconsin - River Falls. Assistant Professor of Chemistry. Applicants must show promise of excellence in teaching and research with undergraduates. Teach courses in biochemistry and other advanced, organic, general and liberal arts chemistry courses and supervise undergraduate research students in biochemistry. Additional responsibilities include advising undergraduate students, collaborating with colleagues in support of departmental and university activities, and serving on departmental and university committees. Earned doctorate in biochemistry or chemistry, BS/BA chemistry, postdoctoral experience in biochemistry and a demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations and ability to contribute to the University's commitment to enhancing student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnic and cultural heritages are required. To Apply: Submit a resume (or curriculum vitae), a statement of teaching philosophy, a summary of research interests and goals and a letter of interest specifying: 1) professional/teaching area(s) of interest, 2) qualifications, 3) statement of experience, including ability to contribute to the enhancement of student awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures. Include unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts (official copies will be required if hired) and have confidential letters of recommendation forwarded from at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience, and professional preparation. All requested material must be postmarked no later than January 19, 1998. Inquiries and applications should be addressed to: Dr. Michael V. Keenan, Department of Chemistry, University of Wisconsin - River Falls, 410 South 3rd Street, River Falls, WI 54022.

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Bellevue Community College (BCC). Full-time chemistry faculty are expected to teach chemistry courses at all levels of the curriculum. BCC chemistry faculty use a variety of instructional styles and formats; innovation is encouraged and supported. Faculty are also expected to advise students, assist in curriculum development, participate in college governance, and keep up-to-date on issues related to chemistry and education. A Masters Degree in chemistry is required. Documented successful college-level teaching experience in chemistry is required. Enthusiasm for teaching, an active interest in chemistry, and the ability to communicate effectively (in writing and orally) are essential. Applications must be received in the Human Resources Department by 5:00 p.m. February 6, 1998, for priority consideration. The position will remain open until filled. For application material contact: Human Resources Department, Bellevue Community College, 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Bellevue, WA 98007-6484, 24-hour Jobline: (425) 643-2082, BCC Web Page: http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/joblist.

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York College is pleased to announce the availability of a tenure-track faculty position in chemistry for September 1998. We seek a talented teacher and innovative researcher with specialization in biochemistry. The chemistry position at York College, CUNY, offers an excellent opportunity for a biochemical scientist who is genuinely committed to undergraduate education. The successful candidate will join a collegial faculty and have teaching responsibilities in biochemistry, organic chemistry, and advanced electives. The maintenance of an active undergraduate research program in biochemistry is essential. To apply contact: York College, The City University of New York, Jamaica, New York 11451, 718 262-2650 (phone), 718 262-2652 (FAX).

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Senior Instructor, Organic Chemistry, University of Idaho, to supervise organic instructional laboratories and to teach one lecture course per semester; 1-year temporary position starting July 1998; limited research in collaboration with one of the organic faculty is encouraged; Ph.D. in organic chemistry and chemistry laboratory teaching experience required. To apply send resume and three letters of recommendation by February 2, 1998, to: Professor Richard V. Williams, Chair Organic Search Committee, Department of Chemistry, University of Idaho, Moscow, ID 83844-2343. (Website: http://www.chem.uidaho.edu)

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University of Kansas. Instructor in chemistry. Academic year appointment in chemistry beginning August 18,1998. M.S. or Ph.D. in chemistry is required. Duties include teaching undergraduate physical chemistry, organic, or general chemistry. The opportunity exists for conducting research in one of our research programs, in conjunction with teaching responsibilities. Applicants should submit letter of interest, resume, and should arrange for submission of three letters of recommendation to: Sonjia Payne, University of Kansas, 2010 Malott Hall, Lawrence, KS 66045; TEL: 785-864-4693; FAX: 785 864-5396. Letters of interest can be submitted on-line at http://www.chem.ukans.edu. Review of applications will begin February 1 and continue until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted on campus.

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Gonzaga University, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, full-time, tenure-track, beginning fall, 1998. Teach undergraduate courses in a combination of the following possible areas: General Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry. (Typical load is 12-15 contact hours in classroom and laboratory per week.) Develop a research program capable of attracting outside funding. Research area is open, but it must be suitable for undergraduate research participation by chemistry majors. Qualifications: Ph.D. in Chemistry (Analytical, Inorganic or Organic preferred), with evidence of scholarly research and interest in undergraduate teaching. To Apply: Send credentials, including transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a brief statement of teaching philosophy and research interests to: Dr. Dennis J. Kelsh, Chair, Dept. of Chemistry, Gonzaga University, Spokane, Washington 99258.

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St. Cloud State University, Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry. Tenure track appointment contingent upon funding. Date of appointment is August 19,1998. Responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate courses in analytical and general chemistry and advising of students will be the primary duties of the successful candidate. Satisfactory performance will also be expected in: promotion of student growth and development; research, scholarship or creative activities; participation in university and community service activities; and the continuation of professional development. Qualifications: A Ph.D. in chemistry required with analytical emphasis and extensive instrumentation background. Expertise in secondary area will be considered. Teaching experience desirable. The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds. Apply to: Mehroo Cooper, Chair, Chemistry Department, MS-358, St. Cloud State University, 720 Fourth Avenue South, St. Cloud, MN 56301-4498, (320) 255-3031 Fax (320) 255-4262, e-mail: bfrie@stcloudstate.edu. The completed application should include letter of application, vitae, official transcripts (sent directly from the appropriate institution), a completed application form (which will be sent to applicant upon receipt of application letter), and three to five recent letters of reference. The successful candidate will be required to provide official transcripts sent directly from the appropriate university(s). The postmarked deadline for the receipt of all application materials is March 6,1998. Materials postmarked after this date cannot be guaranteed consideration.

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Ferris State University. Nine-month temporary position in general chemistry. August 1998. Major responsibilities will be teaching courses in general chemistry. Additional teaching in other chemistry courses will be assigned, as appropriate. Other responsibilities include continuing professional development and participation on appropriate committees and special projects. Qualifications: A M.S. degree in chemistry is required; a Ph.D. in chemistry is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate potential for teaching excellence and the capacity to contribute actively to the development of the Physical Sciences Department. Candidates must have the interpersonal skills to work with a diverse array of students and faculty. Submit letter of application, resume, and all college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate) and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to: Dr. David V. Frank, Head, Department of Physical Sciences, 808 Campus Drive, Ferris State University, Big Rapids MI 49307-2225, Phone: (616) S92-2580, e-mail: frankd@ferris.edu. Review of applications will begin on January 30, 1998, and continue until the position is filled or February 27, 1998, whichever is earlier.

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Ferris State University. Tenure track position in Organic Chemistry. August 1998. Major responsibilities will be teaching courses in general chemistry. Additional teaching in other chemistry courses will be assigned, as appropriate. Other responsibilities include continuing professional development and participation on appropriate committees and special projects. Qualifications: A Ph.D. in chemistry, with a specialization in organic chemistry, is required. Candidates must demonstrate the potential for teaching excellence and the capacity to contribute actively to the development of the Physical Sciences Department. Candidates should possess strong experimental experience with a desire to enhance the laboratory component of the organic chemistry area. Candidates must have the interpersonal skills to work with a diverse array of students and faculty. Submit letter of application, resume, and all college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate) and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to: Dr. David V. Frank, Head, Department of Physical Sciences, 808 Campus Drive, Ferris State University, Big Rapids MI 49307-2225, Phone: (616) S92-2580, e-mail: frankd@ferris.edu. Review of applications will begin on January 30, 1998, and continue until the position is filled or February 27, 1998, whichever is earlier.

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Illinois State University. Search for a tenure track position in Experimental Physical Chemistry at the Assistant Professor level, originally advertised as available for January, 1998, is being reopened to accommodate an August, 1998 start. Ph.D. required and a minimum of one year postdoctoral experience. Development of a productive research program involving BS and MS students that attracts external funding is expected. Primary teaching responsibilities in Physical Chemistry, with some involvement in the General Chemistry program. The department, which continues to be a large producer of MS and certified BS degree chemists, has just moved into a new, fully-equipped laboratory building. Applicants interested in joining the earlier candidate pool, should submit a resume, a brief description of teaching and research plans and letters from at least three references to: Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61790-4160 before Jan. 16, 1998.

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POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AND/OR JOBS

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A postdoctoral position is currently available in the Chemical Biology Program of the Steacie Institute for Molecular Sciences, National Research Council Canada, Ottawa. The project involves mechanistic studies of the mode of action of photosensitizers used in various medical applications, with particular emphasis on the role of electron transfer processes. It will involve spectroscopic studies (laser flash photolysis, fluorescence) and product studies in homogeneous solution and in heterogeneous media such as micelles and vesicles. The successful candidate should have expertise in some or all of the following areas: application of time-resolved methods to studies of reactive intermediates in heterogeneous systems; photochemistry/photobiology; physical organic or big-organic chemistry. Interested candidates should contact: Linda Johnston, Steacie Institute for Molecular Sciences, National Research Council Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A OR6 Canada, Tel. 613-990-0973; Fax. 613-991-4278, E-mail. Ljj@nedl.sims.nrc.ca (preferably by e-mail).

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University of Idaho. Vacancy Announcement, Postdoctoral Fellow, Environmental/Soil/Analytical Chemistry. Department of Plant, Soil and Entomological Sciences, Soil Science Division, University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho. This is a non-tenure track, 100% research appointment. Appointment is for two years, with additional time of appointment dependent on funding. Individual selected will conduct research in the area of sulfur biogeochemistry to elucidate the pathways responsible for gaseous sulfur evolution from soils. The selected individual will be responsible for developing and applying chromatographic, spectroscopic, and electrochemical techniques to identify substrates and pathway intermediates. This is primarily a laboratory-based project with an emphasis on the analysis of organic and inorganic sulfur species in soils. Required qualifications: A Ph.D. in soil chemistry, soil biochemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental chemistry, or a related field. Experience with gas and liquid chromatography. Good written and oral communication skills. A highly motivated individual capable of conducting directed as well as independent research. Desired qualifications: Experience or training in soil science. Experience in biochemistry and microbiology. Experience with GC-MS methods. Experience with electrochemical methods. Applications must include a curriculum vita, copies of academic transcripts, and names and contact information for three references. The application deadline is January 20, 1998 or until a suitable candidate is found. Applications should be sent to: Search Committee-Postdoc Fellow, Biogeochemistry, Dept. of PSES, College of Agriculture, University of Idaho, Moscow, ID 83844-2339, (Fax 208-885-7760). Inquiries can be addressed to: Matt Morra at 208-885-6315 or mmorra@uidaho.edu.

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Assistant Professor Randall L. Halcomb, of the University of Colorado at Boulder, has openings in his laboratory for one or two postdoctoral positions, the first beginning March 1998 and the second tentatively beginning in summer 1998. His laboratory is involved in research toward devising solutions to various problems in organic synthesis and bioorganic chemistry. The program includes projects in natural product synthesis (zaragozic acid, CP-225,917, and phomactin, among others) and projects in the chemistry and biochemistry of carbohydrates and glycoproteins. The individuals he is seeking ideally would have research experience in organic synthesis, and would also have the ability to harness the principles and techniques of organic chemistry and synthesis to investigate problems in bioorganic chemistry and biochemistry. Specific goals of the research program in which they would be involved include the development of new technologies for the solid- and solution-phase synthesis of oligosaccharides and glycoproteins, the design and synthesis of glycopeptide mimetics as molecular probes of protein glycosylation, and the design and synthesis of inhibitors of enzymes that process oligosaccharides and glycoproteins. More information can be obtained on our department home page, http://www.colorado.edu/Chemistry/.

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The research group of Professor Frans de Schryver (Univ. Leuven, Belgium) has several open post doctoral positions related to projects in femtosecond transient spectroscopy and in scanning near field or confocal microscopy. Interested candidates should contact: Professor Frans de Schryver as soon as possible via email at: Frans.DeSchryver@chem.kuleuven.ac.be.

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DETAILS ARE AVAILABLE IN ROOM 1380.

NEXT NEWSLETTER IS ON JANUARY 12^th, 1998.