Chemistry Newsletter - 03/15/1999

University of Wisconsin - Madison Department of Chemistry Newsletter

Finance Committee and Department Meeting Dates

Spring 1999

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Department Committee - Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. In Room 8335.

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Finance Committee - Tuesday at 1:20 p.m. - In Room 1301.

Organic Chemistry Cumulative Exam Schedule, 1999.

Thursdays, 7:30 p.m., room B371 Chemistry Building.

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Analytical Cume Dates for 1999.

Room 2311 Chemistry Building.

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Inorganic Cume Dates for 1999.

9:00 a.m., Room 2373 Chemistry Building.

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ATTENTION GRADUATE STUDENTS

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IMPORTANT DATES:

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 of minor courses. The minor requirement is expected to be completed by the end of the third year of graduate school. Minor agreement forms are available in Room 7315.

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Orders for cap and gown must be placed at the University Bookstore no later than April 15,1999. Degree candidates and escorts will receive a letter containing further instructions about one month before commencement.

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General information on the commencement ceremonies (when/where, etc.) may be obtained from Mary Kay in Room 7315 Chemistry.

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SEMINARS

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Thursday, March 18^th, 1999 - Graduate School Seminar Series, 9:00 a.m., to 12:00 p.m., Room 1610 Engineering Hall. Michael Skindrud, Attorney and Partner, LaFollette & Sinykin Madison - Mark Bloom, Licensing Associate, Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation, - Kathleen Irwin (Moderator), Senior University Legal Counsel, Administrative Legal Services. "This is a presentation of the basic principles of copyright law as they apply to the university community. Topics covered include: --assemblage and use of published materials for instruction and research. --what intellectual property copyright protects. --who owns papers, software, and graphics produced at UW-Madison. --protection of copyrightable materials. --rights of copyright owners and copyright infringement. --fair use and obtaining permission to use copyrighted materials. --research and publication issues. --internet and distance learning issues."

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Thursday, March 18^th, 1999 - Analytical Sciences Seminar, 12:05 p.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Patrick Votruba, Graduate Student.

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Thursday, March 25^th, 1999 - Analytical Sciences Seminar, 12:05 p.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Sheng Qi Xie, Graduate Student.

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Thursday, March 25^th, 1999 - CBI Highlights Seminar, 2:25 p.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Professor Dan H. Rich, UW Madison. "Merging Rational Design and Combinatorial Synthesis: Reasonable and Unreasonable Expectations"

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**PLEASE NOTE ROOM CHANGE** - Tuesday, March 30^th, 1999 - Physical Chemistry Seminar, 11:00 a.m., Room 8335 Chemistry Building. Art L. Utz, Tufts University. "Vibrational-State-Resolved Studies of Methane Dissociation on Ni (100)"

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Tuesday, March 30^th, 1999 - Pharmacology Seminar, 12:00 p.m., Room 3765 MSC. Dr. Noland Sigal of Pharmacopeia, Inc. "Discovery of Novel Therapeutics Through the Exploration of Molecular and Genetic Diversity"

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Recent Publications

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Sanders WJ; Gordon EJ; Dwir O; Beck PJ; Alon R; Kiessling LL

Inhibition of L-selectin-mediated leukocyte rolling by synthetic glycoprotein mimics

JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY 1999, Vol 274, Iss 9, pp 5271-5278

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Nordell KJ; Jackelen AML; Condren SM; Lisensky GC; Ellis AB

Liver and onions: DNA extraction from animal and plant tissues

JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION 1999, Vol 76, Iss 3, pp 400A-400A

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Banks AJ; Holmes JL; Jacobsen JJ; Moore JW; Schatz PF; Tweedale J; Kotz JC; Young S

Periodic table live! 2nd edition

JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION 1999, Vol 76, Iss 3, pp 447-448

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Everitt KF; Skinner JL

Vibrational energy relaxation of oxygen in liquid mixtures with argon

JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL PHYSICS 1999, Vol 110, Iss 9, pp 4467-4470

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Middlecamp CH; Fernandez MAD

From San Juan to Madison: Cultural perspectives on teaching general chemistry

JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION 1999, Vol 76, Iss 3, pp 388-391

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Kubicki, J.D., Sykes, D. and Apitz, S.E. (1999)

Ab Initio Calculation of Aqueous Aluminum and Aluminum-Carboxylate Complex Energetics and 27Al NMR Chemical Shifts.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY A, VOLUME 103, NUMBER 7, 903-915.

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HOUSING SOUGHT

New postdoc in the chemistry department seeks temporary housing until my wife, an elementary schoolteacher, finishes her school year. Period spanning mid-March to the end of June. Approximately $300. Call 2-2254 (day) or 833-4553 (evening) or e-mail to todd@chem.wisc.edu .

For Industrial Positions, see the Chemistry Placement Newsletter at:

http://www.chem.wisc.edu/placement/7news.html

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FACULTY POSITIONS/TEMPORARY FACULTY/ACADEMIC POSITIONS

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St. Cloud State University, Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry. Two fixed-term appointments for academic year 1999-2000. Salary is dependent upon academic qualifications and experience. Appointment date is August 30, 1999. Primary duties: teaching undergraduate courses in general chemistry and in any of the following areas: organic chemistry, biochemistry or forensic science. Ph.D. in chemistry required. Teaching experience desirable. The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds. Send applications to: Dr. Mehroo Cooper, Chair, Chemistry Department, MS-358, St. Cloud State University, 720 Fourth Avenue South, St. Cloud, MN 56301-4498, phone: (320) 255-3031 Fax (320) 255-4262, e-mail: bfrie@stcloudstate.edu . The completed application must include letter of application, vitae, transcripts (photocopies acceptable for screening), a completed application form (which will be sent to applicant upon receipt of application letter), and three recent letters of reference sent directly from the evaluator. The successful candidate will be required to provide official transcripts sent directly from the appropriate institutions. The postmarked deadline for the receipt of all application materials is April 19, 1999. Materials postmarked after this date cannot be guaranteed consideration.

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University of Minnesota-Duluth, Department of Chemistry. Full-time temporary appointment as Assistant Professor for two years as Sabbatical replacement. The major teaching responsibility will be in physical chemistry with other assignments in general chemistry and liberal education chemistry or other areas as appropriate. Position entails opportunities for participation in research and contributions to other departmental activities including advisement and committee work. Essential qualifications include a Ph. D. in chemistry, college level teaching and evidence of effective teaching and communication skills. Prior teaching in physical chemistry is desired. Ph. D. in chemistry, ability to teach physical chemistry and general chemistry, teaching experience and effective communication skills. Appointment date is September 1, 1999 - May 31, 2001. Screening of completed applications begins March 31, 1999 and continues until position is filled. Send letter of application, resume, teaching and research interests, and names and contact information for three references to: Larry Thompson Chair, Search Committee, UMD Department of Chemistry, 10 University Drive, Duluth, MN 55812.

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The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry of the University of Bern invites applications for the position of a Professor of Organic Chemistry, starting September 1, 1999. The candidate is expected to establish an active research program within the departmental research focus on "molecular basis of biological processes". Participation in both undergraduate and graduate teaching in organic chemistry as well as a contribution to academic administration is expected. The research activity is expected to be centered in the area of supramolecular chemistry / molecular recognition. Applications with a curriculum vitae, a list of publications and a short outline of future research projects are to be sent to: the Director of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Freiestrasse 3, CH-3012 Bern, no later than March 25, 1 999. Further information may be obtained by Prof. C. Leumann: e-mail: leumann@ioc.unibe.ch ; Tel. ++41-(0)31-631-4355; Fax ++41-(0)31-631-3422; web: http://dcbwww.unibe.ch/groups/leumann .

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Cleveland State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor in Analytical Chemistry for Fall 1999. The Department of Chemistry offers B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. The Ph.D. program specializes in clinical/bioanalytical chemistry and is jointly administered with the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in chemistry or related field, be able to develop a nationally competitive research program, and be able to teach both undergraduate and graduate analytical chemistry courses. Post-doctoral experience, demonstrated accomplishments in research that complements existing expertise in the department (i.e., bioanalytical, biomedical, clinical, pharmaceutical areas) are preferred. Qualified applicants should submit a CV, a description of research plans, a statement of teaching experience andlor interests, copies of graduate transcripts, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to: Dr. Yan Xu, Chair, Analytical Chemistry Search Committee, Department of Chemistry, Cleveland State University, Cleveland, OH 44115. Review of applications will begin on May 15, 1999 and will continue until the position is filled. For further information, visit the internet site at http://www.csuohio.edu , or phone 216-687-3991, or FAX 216-687-9298.

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The Biomedical Engineering Institute (BMEI) at Florida International University (FIU) invites applications for two faculty positions at all ranks. The BMEI was established through a Special Opportunity Award from The Whitaker Foundation. The Institute will unite FIU, the Miami Cardiac and Vascular Institute at Baptist Hospital of Miami, and the South Florida biomedical industry partners in the development of a new and innovative biomedical engineering program. The successful candidates will be expected to establish collaborations with these partners and build vibrant teaching and funded research programs in biomedical engineering, with preference in any of the following areas: biomaterials, diagnostic imaging, blood-materials interactions, biomedical instrumentation, devices for cardiovascular or blood systems, cell and tissue mechanics, drug delivery systems. Applicants must possess a doctoral degree and a proven record of excellence in teaching and funded research. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. For more information, visit our website at http://www.eng.fiu.edu/bmei . Applications must be postmarked by April 1, 1999. Send curriculum vitae and the names of three professional references to: Dr. Richard T. Schoephoerster, Biomedical Engineering Institute, Florida International University, 10555 West Flagler Street - EAS 3443, Miami, Florida 33174, e-mail: schoepho@fiu.edu .

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Department of Chemistry, Hope College. The following three positions at the visiting Assistant Professor level are available beginning August 1999. A Ph.D. is required for all positions. A two year full-time appointment for instruction in the BIOCHEMISTRY lecture/laboratory with possible involvement in the organic chemistry laboratory. A two year full-time appointment for instruction in the ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY lecture/laboratory and the general chemistry laboratory. A one year full time appointment for instruction in the GENERAL CHEMISTRY laboratory with possible involvement in the organic chemistry laboratory. The Department has excellent laboratory facilities for teaching and research. There will be an opportunity to supervise undergraduate research and to apply for local research support. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy and competencies, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Michael Seymour, Chair, Department of Chemistry, Hope College, 35 East 12^th Street, Holland, MI 49422-9000. e-mail: sevmour@hope.edu . Review of applications will begin March 22 and proceed until the positions are filled.

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POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AND/OR JOBS

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The department of Chemistry at Kansas State University invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Fellow to work in the research group directed by Professor Kenneth J. Klabunde. A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related field is required, and previous experience in Inorganic or Materials Chemistry is needed. The Postdoctoral Fellow will be working in the area of nanocrystal synthesis, characterization, and investigation of surface chemistry. In particular, metal oxide nanocrystals (MgO, CaO, Al₂O₃, ZnO, etc.) will be prepared in the highest surface areas possible, and crystalline shape determined by electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy. Surface properties as determined by adsorption of selected gases will be correlated with crystal shapes and defect sites (edges, corners, vacancies). In this way new "destructive absorbents" will be developed that will be of future importance in environmental remediation, including nullification of chemical warfare and biological warfare agents. Send contact: Kenneth J. Klabunde, Kansas State University, 111 Willard Hall, Manhattan, KS 66506, phone (785) 532-6849 fax (785) 532-6666 e-mail KENJK@KSU.EDU . The initial appointment will be for a period of nine months, renewable consistent with funding and satisfactory performance, with a salary commensurate with experience. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a list of publications and at least two letters of recommendation by April 1.

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Professor Mark D. Hollingsworth of Kansas State University has TWO postdoctoral positions available immediately for studies of ferroelastic and ferroelectric domain switching, crystal growth, crystallography, and molecular recognition phenomena in organic inclusion compounds. The first position requires a strong background in X-RAY DIFFRACTION OR SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY; the project will focus on cooperative phenomena and domain switching in ferroelastic and ferroelectric inclusion compounds. The candidate will have heavy access to a Bruker-Siemens SMART CCD X-ray diffractometer and will use this instrument to solve crystal structures of inclusion compounds and to study order-disorder phenomena as they relate to domain switching and other cooperative processes. The ideal applicant would have extensive experience in the area of crystallography, solid state chemistry or organic synthesis, or some combination thereof and in preparation of scientific papers. The successful applicants will be exposed to a wide variety of techniques in the area of solid state chemistry. Duration of the position would be for at least one year, and preferably for two years. Salary will be commensurate with experience and background. The second position requires a strong background in SOLID STATE NMR spectroscopy; the researcher would be responsible for the operation and maintenance of a 300 MHz NMR instrument dedicated to solid state experiments such as MAS, ²H NMR, single crystal NMR, CRAMPS, REDOR, and ¹⁹F NMR of solids. The ideal applicant would have extensive experience in a variety of solid state NMR experiments as well as experience with construction and maintenance of NMR equipment. Experience and interest in organic synthesis of labeled compounds would also be very helpful, as would experience with X-ray crystallography and preparation of scientific papers. The successful applicants will be exposed to a wide variety of techniques in the area of solid state chemistry. Duration of the position would be for at least one year, and preferably for two years. Salary will be commensurate with experience and background. Send c.v. and the names of three references to: Prof. Mark D. Hollingsworth, Chemistry Dept., 111 Willard Hall, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506; ph.: 785-532-2727, fax: 785-532-6666, e-mail: mdholl@ksu.edu . The closing date for applications is March 22, but the search will be extended until a suitable applicant is found.

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Please submit all newsletter information or address changes to: goldade@chem.wisc.edu or 262-0293. Thank You.

DETAILS ARE AVAILABLE IN ROOM 1380.

NEXT NEWSLETTER IS ON MARCH 22^nd, 1999.