Chemistry Newsletter - 08/23/1999

University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Chemistry Newsletter

Proposed Finance Committee and Department Meeting Dates

Fall 1999

All Dept and Finance meetings are scheduled for two hours

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Introductory Research Talks in Physical Chemistry - Fall 1999

For entering graduate students interested in physical chemistry, there will be a series of short talks by faculty members describing their research interests. These will be held at 5:45 PM on Thursdays during the first five weeks of the semester. There will be a half-hour talk followed by an informal supper and then two other talks.

Since these talks are brief, students should follow up by contacting individual faculty members in whose research they are interested. Each student should interview at least three faculty members during the fall semester concerning research opportunities.

These talks are a means of finding research opportunities and of obtaining a broad overview of physical chemistry research in the Department. Students expecting to major in physical chemistry should make every effort to attend all of these talks. Teaching Assistants should mark this time on the schedule cards turned into the teaching Laboratory Director.

Time: 5:45 - 7:45 Thursdays - Place: Room 8335

Schedule for Introductory Research Talks

Organic Chemistry Cumulative Exam Schedule, 1999.

Thursdays, 7:30 p.m., room B371 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 1221.

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SEMINARS

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Thursday, August 26^th, 1999 - Special Materials Science Seminar, 4:00 p.m., Room 265 MS&E Building. Professor Max Lagally, Materials Science & Engineering Department. "Atomistic Simulation of Dyamical Process on Semiconductor Surfaces"

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Tuesday, September 7^th, 1999 - Organic Chemistry Seminar, 3:30 p.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Professor Yian Shi, Colorado State University. "Catalytic Asymmetric Epoxidation of Olefins via Dioxiranes"

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For Industrial Positions, see the Chemistry Career Services Newsletter at:

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

FACULTY POSITIONS/TEMPORARY FACULTY/ACADEMIC POSITIONS

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University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. Math/Science Division. Instrumentation Specialist. Position Number: 082b.9899. Requirements (Degree/Experience): Bachelor's degree in one of the sciences or engineering. Experience with science-related laboratory and electronic equipment, experience in electronic construction, testing, and troubleshooting, and strong computer/instrumentation skills, including experience and/or training in installation and maintenance of computer hardware and software for interfacing with laboratory instrumentation connected to Macintosh and Wintel platforms. Also preferred are programming expertise (C/C++, visual basic) and machine shop skills. Responsibilities: Computer hardware and software installation and maintenance related to laboratory instrumentation, maintenance of the computer labs in Physics/Astronomy and other Science Departments, set-up electronic lab and lecture demonstration equipment, and minor design and repair of research and science-teaching equipment. Candidate expected to work closely with faculty and staff in their teaching and laboratory responsibilities. The work schedule will be organized in consultation with the Physics/Astronomy chair, who will be the direct supervisor. Starting Date: October 18, 1999 or as soon thereafter as possible. Please Contact: Dr. Roy Knispel, Chair, Department of Physics & Astronomy, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, Oshkosh, WI 54901. Send letter of application, resume, three current letters of recommendation and transcripts (official or photocopy.) Application Deadline: September 27, 1999.

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Research Specialist in Chemistry (MASS SPECTROMETRY). School of Chemical Sciences, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Primary duties of this position will include, under minimal supervision of the laboratory director, the operation and routine maintenance of Micromass Instruments ZAB-SE and 70-VSE mass spectrometers providing routine service functions such as low resolution and high resolution EI, CI, and low resolution FAB services. Duties will also include carrying out non-independent research projects with graduate students, faculty, and postdoctoral research associate users of the laboratory. The minimum requirement for the position is a B.S. degree in chemistry (or related discipline). Some previous experience in operating mass spectrometers and gas chromatography equipment or related instruments is desired. A suitable candidate will be trained. This is a full-time, 12-month regular academic professional position. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Proposed starting date is November 22, 1999. In order to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 5, 1999. Please send a letter of application and resume, and have three letters of reference sent to: Dr. Thomas B. Rauchfuss, Director, c/o Renee Schum, School of Chemical Sciences, University of Illinois, 106 Noyes Lab, 505 South Mathews Ave., Urbana, IL 61801, Phone: 217/333-5070.

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The Department of Chemistry at Princeton is seeking to fill an Assistant Professor position in the field of organic chemistry this fall. We are interested in candidates working in organic chemistry in the broadest sense. This is a time in the development of our department that offers unusual opportunities in connection with the roles Chemistry is playing here in our materials institute, the new Institute for Integrative Genomics and the legion of neighboring pharmaceutical companies. The best fit to our needs would perhaps be someone who would apply aspects of organic synthesis to either materials science or chemical biology. We seek as well someone who can contribute strongly to our very successful teaching program. Candidates should send a CV, a publication list and a statement of research interests to: Organic Search Committee, Deportment of Chemistry, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544. They should also arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to us on their behalf. Completed applications must be received by November 1, 1999.

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University of Wisconsin-Madison; School of Veterinary Medicine, Business Services Office, 2015 Linden Drive West. Madison WI 53706. Financial Specialist 1-100%. (Pay Range 02-09). This opportunity is open to any classified employee not serving a limited term or project appointment who is eligible to be appointed to the position by transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement. This includes persons in the same or counterpart pay ranges who meet the position's qualifications; qualified persons who are eligible for reinstatement; and qualified persons currently in a higher classification/pay range who are willing to take a demotion. The individual selected on a transfer basis may begin at his or her present rate of pay, subject to the maximum of the pay range. A six-month permissive probationary period will be required. Provides specialized support for the School's centralized Business Services Office. Responsible for centralized accounts receivable functions and cash journal maintenance and reconciliation. Represents Business Services Office in interactions with staff and vendors to resolve problems and questions. Assists in requisition processing. Reconciles for Continuing Education (CE) accounts. Provides back-up support for other Business Services staff. Requires knowledge of UW systems for purchasing, cash handling, client accounts receivable, grant administration, and invoicing. Experience with word processing software and databases preferred. Requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with vendors, faculty and staff. This position is represented by the WSEU Administrative Services bargaining unit. Send a resume and a letter outlining your relevant experience (including your current classification) to Becky Zuba, School of Veterinary Medicine, 2015 Linden Drive West, Madison, WI 53706; or FAX: (608) 265-6748. If interested, you may also contact Becky Zuba (608) 263-1158 for a detailed position description. Application deadline is August 27, 1999. Resumes and letters will be reviewed and those individuals who appear to be best qualified will be invited to a personal interview.

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The Department of Chemistry at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions at the assistant professor level and at more senior levels, with an anticipated beginning date in August 2000. Research in the Department spans a broad range of interests, including considerable interdisciplinary activity, and therefore applications are encouraged from all excellent candidates. Duties will include the launching or propagation of an outstanding research program and participation in the teaching of core chemistry courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applications for positions at the assistant professor level should be sent as soon as possible and must be received by October 15, 1999 to ensure review by the Search Committee. Late applications will, however, be considered until the end of the search. Applications from candidates for assistant professorships are expected to consist of curriculum vitae and one or more concise research proposals. Candidates should arrange for three letters of reference to be received by October 15. Applications for senior level positions will be considered at any time, and no format is specified. Address all materials to: Faculty Search Committee, Department of Chemistry, Campus Box 1134, Washington University, One Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130-4899. Further information about the Department may be found at our home page, http://www.chemistry.wustl.edu , which also offers links to information about the University community and the St. Louis area.

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The Department of Chemistry, Yale University, invites applications for a position at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level to commence Fall 2000. We seek creative teacher-scholars who show promise for developing outstanding research programs in the broad fields of inorganic, theoretical, and biophysical chemistry. Applicants should send curriculum vitae and a statement of research plans and arrange for the submission of three letters of recommendation. All materials should be received by 22 October 1999. Send applications to: Professor Andrew Hamilton, Chair, Junior Faculty Search Committee, P.O. Box 208107, Yale University, New Haven, CT 06520-8107.

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Penn State University. Several tenure track faculty positions are available for Fall 2000. Appointees are expected to establish an exceptionally strong and highly visible research program that incorporates excellence in undergraduate and graduate education. Rank is open, however, senior appointments should have a previous record of national and international distinction. We encourage applications from candidates in all areas of chemistry, including those that interface with other disciplines such as environmental sciences, materials sciences, biological sciences, and bioinformatics. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, research plans, and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to: Chairman of the Search Committee, Chemistry Department, Box O, The Pennsylvania State University, 152 Davey Laboratory, University Park, PA 16802.

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POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AND/OR JOBS

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No Positions Available For This Newsletter

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