Chemistry Newsletter - 10/05/1998

 

University of Wisconsin-Madiosn Department of Chemistry Newsletter

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XXXIII No. 127

October 5th, 1998

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Organic Chemistry Cumulative Exam Schedule, 1998-99.

**PLEASE NOTE**

Thursdays, 7:30 p.m., room B317.

	November 5th, 1998		December 3rd, 1998
January 7th, 1999	February 4th, 1999	March 4th, 1999	April 1st, 1999	May 6th, 1999

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Analytical Cume Dates for 1998-99.

November 14th, 1998		December 5th, 1998
February 6th, 1999	March 20th, 1999	April 3rd, 1999

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Inorganic Cume Dates for 1998.

Room 2373, From 9:00 a.m. to Noon.

November 14th, 1998

December 12th, 1998

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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 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 7315.

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SEMINARS

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Monday Thru Wednesday, October 5^th, 6^th, & 7^th, 1998 - Hirschfelder Prize Lecture Series, David Chandler, UC Berkeley. Monday October 5^th - 4:00 p.m., (PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGE) Room 1361 Chemistry Building. "Structure of the Liquid State: Ideas From Van Der Waals to Feynman Revisited". Tuesday October 6^th - 11:00 a.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. "Hydrophobicity at Small and Large Length Scales: Two Faces of Water". Wednesday October 7^th - 2:00 p.m., Room 8335 Chemistry Building. "Finding Transition Pathways: Throwing Ropes Over Rough Mountain Passes, In The Dark"

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Wednesday, October 7^th, 1998 - Inorganic Chemistry Seminar, 3:30 p.m., Room B371, Chemistry Building. Professor Jeffery Zink, University of California-Los Angeles.

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Thursday, October 8^th, 1998 - Analytical Sciences Seminar, 12:05 p.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. James W. Taylor, UW Madison-Chemistry. "Chasing the Holy Grail of Chemically-Amplified Photoresist Reactions"

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Thursday, October 8^th, 1998 - Chemical Engineering Seminar, 3:55 p.m., 1227 Engineering Hall. Carl Houtman, Chemical Engineer, USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory. "Polyoxometalate Delignification: The Next Generation in Pulp Bleaching Technology"

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Thursday, October 8^th, 1998 - Organic Chemistry Seminar, 11:00 a.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Yuxia Liu, Graduate Student. "Silicon-Tethered Reactions and Their Applications in Organic Synthesis"

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Friday, October 9^th, 1998 - Chemical Education Seminar, 2:25 p.m., Room 2373 Chemistry Building. Dr. Jim Birk, Arizona State University. "Reasoning Skills, Misconceptions, and Other Failings: A Rationale for Change in General Chemistry Instruction"

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Monday, October 12^th, 1998 - Inorganic Chemistry Seminar, 2:25 p.m., Room B371, Chemistry Building. Professor Michael Johnson, University of Georgia.

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Tuesday, October 13^th, 1998 - Physical Chemistry Seminar, 11:00 a.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Bob Wyatt, University of Texas at Austin. "Quantum Intramolecular Dynamics"

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Thursday, October 15^th, 1998 - Analytical Sciences Seminar, 12:05 p.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. John L. Schrag, UW Madison-Chemistry. "Do Dilute-Solutions Polymer Dynamics Studies Probe Dynamic Heterogeneities in Glass-Forming Solvents?"

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Thursday, October 15^th, 1998 - Chemical Engineering Seminar, 3:55 p.m., 1227 Engineering Hall. William H. Smyrl, University of Minnesota. "Vanadium Pentoxide Hosts for Lithium Intercalation"

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Monday, October 19^th, 1998 - Inorganic Chemistry Seminar, 2:25 p.m., Room B371, Chemistry Building. Professor Ric Kaner, University of California-Los Angeles. "Rapid Solid-State Synthesis of Materials"

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Tuesday, October 20^th, 1998 - Organic Chemistry Seminar, 3:30 p.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Professor Al Padwa, Emory University.

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Tuesday, October 20^th, 1998 - Inorganic Chemistry Seminar, 2:25 p.m., Room B371, Chemistry Building. Professor Gordon Miller, Iowa State University.

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Tuesday, October 20^th, 1998 - Physical Chemistry Seminar, 11:00 a.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. James C. Weisshaar, UW Chemistry. "Beyond NOEs? Conformational Analysis of Dipeptides From Dipolar Couplings in Weakly Oriented Solutions"

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Wednesday, October 21^st, 1998 - Brown Bag Seminar of the National Institute for Science Education, 12:00 p.m., Room 259 Education Science Building. Dr. Carlo Parravano, Director of the Merck Institute for Science Education. "Building Capacity for Elementary Science Education Reform"

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Wednesday, October 21^st, 1998 - Chemical Education Seminar, 3:30 p.m., room B371 Chemistry Building. Dr. Carlo Parravano, Director of the Merck Institute for Science Education.

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Thursday, October 22^nd, 1998 - Analytical Sciences Seminar, 12:05 p.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Jill Banfield, Geology Department.

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Thursday, October 22^nd, 1998 - Chemical Engineering Seminar, 3:55 p.m., 1227 Engineering Hall. L.K. Doraiswamy, Iowa State University. "Strategies for Rate Enhancement in Organic Synthesis: A Chemical Engineering Approach"

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Tuesday, October 27^th, 1998 - Physical Chemistry Seminar, 11:00 a.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Tim Minton, Montana State University. "Reactive Scattering Dynamics of Fast Atoms with Hydrocarbon Surfaces: Initial and Steady-State Etching Reactions"

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Tuesday, October 27^th, 1998 - Organic Chemistry Seminar, (McElvain Series) 3:30 p.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Professor Stephen L. Buchwald, MIT.

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Thursday, October 29^th, 1998 - Chemical Engineering Seminar, 3:55 p.m., 1227 Engineering Hall. Susan J. Muller, University of California-Berkeley. "Complex Flows of Viscoelastic Liquids: Experimental Observations & Modeling Challenges"

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Thursday, October 29^th, 1998 - Organic Chemistry Seminar, 11:00 a.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Professor Armin DeMeijere, Goettingen.

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Thursday, October 29^th, 1998 - Analytical Sciences Seminar, 12:05 p.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. John C. Wright, UW Madison-Chemistry. "2-D Nonlinear Biophotonics - A New Probe of Molecular Interactions in Proteins, Nucleotides, and Antibiotics"

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Network Science Corporation - Network Science Student Stipend Award

Network Science Corporation, the host of The Charleston Conference announces the creation of the Network Science Student Stipend Award. Advanced graduate students and post doctoral fellows are invited to submit an abstract for the poster presentation at the 1999 Conference. The focus of the poster session is new techniques which can be applied to drug discovery. Two students will receive awards that include waiver of the conference registration fee along with a stipend to defray travel expenses to the March 15 - 17 meeting. Details are available as part of the conference announcement at http://www.netsci.org/Resources/Meetings/charleston99.html or by e-mailing editors@netsci.org .

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Chemical Heritage Foundation Scholars in Chemical Education

Philadelphia - Applications are invited for the 1999-2000 Chemical Heritage Foundation Scholars in Chemical Education. Two fellowships are available. Deadline: 1 December 1998. Contact: Leo Slater Chemical Heritage Foundation 315 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19106-2702 Phone: (215) 925-2222, ext.224 Fax: (215) 925-1954 E-mail: lslater@chemheritage.org . For more information on the Chemical Heritage Foundation, visit our Internet pages at www.chemheritage.org . Additional Information in Chemistry Room 1380.

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1999 Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowships for Minorities

We have received application material for the Ford Foundation postdoctoral fellowship for minorities. Complete details on eligibility requirements and complete application material are in Room 1380 Chemistry. For further information on these fellowships and Applications you can contact: Fellowship Office, National Research Council, 2101 Constitution Avenue, Washington, DC 20418, Phone: (202) 334-2872, Fax: (202) 334-3419, e-mail: infofell@nas.edu , Website: http://fellowships.nas.edu .

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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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Arizona State University (ASU) and the Harrington Arthritis Research Center (HARC) are seeking a distinguished, senior individual with an outstanding record of research and educational accomplishments to occupy the Olin Endowed Chair in Bioengineering at ASU. The individual selected will play a leadership role in the establishment of the ASU/HARC Joint Program in Molecular, Cell and Tissue Bioengineering. The individual selected should have expertise in molecular, cell or tissue Bioengineering. He or she will hold a joint appointment as a tenured faculty member in ASU's Bioengineering Program and will be appointed the Head of the Bioengineering Division of the Harrington Arthritis Research Center. We expect the selected individual to play a major leadership role in the expansion and enhancement of molecular, cell and tissue bioengineering activities at ASU and HARC. This will include oversight of the construction of a new biotechnology laboratory facility at the Harrington facility and the development of new laboratories for molecular, cell and tissue engineering at ASU. ASU and HARC will also provide very significant startup funds to ensure the research program of the individual selected is not interrupted. The individual will have access to facilities and the research support resources of both institutions. Additionally, the individual selected will play a key role in recruiting two additional tenure-track Bioengineering faculty members with expertise in molecular, cell or tissue engineering. These faculty members will also hold joint ASU and HARC appointments. To qualify, applicants must have full professor rank; have an earned Ph.D. degree in Bioengineering or a field closely related to molecular, cell or tissue bioengineering; have a record of significant archival journal publications in the area of molecular, cell or tissue engineering; a significant history of external funding for research; and significant experience in graduate education. Applicants must also be qualified to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Molecular, Cell and Tissue Engineering and have national prominence in Molecular, Cell and Tissue Engineering. It is desired that the applicant also have prior experience in the administrative management of interdisciplinary research and experience in the successful transfer of research results to industry. Applications must be received by January 15, 1999, or the first of each succeeding month until the position is filled. Candidates must send a formal application consisting of a letter expressing interest in the position, a current vitae, a summary of past activity and future plans for research, teaching and service activities, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of four references to: Dr. Eric J. Guilbeau, Chair of Search Committee for the Olin Endowed Chair, Department of Chemical, Bio and Materials Engineering, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona, 85287-6006. For additional information contact Dr. Eric J. Guilbeau at (602) 965-3676 or via e-mail: eric.guilbeau@asu.edu .

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Faculty openings for Analytical Chemistry at University of Illinois -Urbana, University of Illinois-Chicago, Loyola University-Chicago, Minnesota, Southern Illinois, and The University of Pittsburgh. Information available from Midwestern Universities Analytical Chemistry Conference (MUACC) held at Wayne State, October 1-3, 1998. Interested applicants should contact the institution directly.

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The Colorado State University Chemistry Department seeks applicants for a tenure track faculty position in analytical chemistry. The appointment level is open. The person appointed will have responsibility for: 1) active participation in teaching those undergraduate and graduate courses assigned by the department chair; 2) the development and maintenance of an internationally-recognized research program within the framework of her/his individual areas of interest and expertise and consistent with the goals and objectives of a university environment; 3) participation in department and university administrative governance and advising functions as deemed necessary by the chair of the department; 4) the continuing development of her/his own scholarly activities and professional capabilities; and 5) adherence to the responsibilities of the general faculty as delineated by the University Faculty/Staff Manual. The potential for inter- and cross-disciplinary connections will be a desirable attribute. Applicants must have: An earned doctorate at the time of appointment; a strong professional background preparing them for teaching, research and other scholarly activities in the general area of chemistry and specifically analytical chemistry; and strong dedicated interests in undergraduate and graduate education, as well as in departmental program development. Postdoctoral experience is desirable. Starting date is August, 1999 or as appropriate. Deadline for applications, including at least two letters of recommendation, must be received by October 15, 1998 (but the search may be extended if a suitable candidate is not identified). Submit application and letters to: Faculty Search Committees, Department of Chemistry, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1872. Applications should include a summary of future research plans; a resume (including educational background, teaching and research experience); at least two letters of recommendation; and a list of publications.

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SUNY Buffalo's Department of Chemistry, is seeking applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Environmental Analytical Chemistry. We are especially interested in scientists/scholars whose research, teaching and service interests are broadly conceived in the field of environmental chemistry, and might take advantage of the recently formed UB Environment and Society Institute (ESI) http://wings.buffalo.edu/esi , a multidisciplinary institute formed to focus research and graduate education on environmental issues and problems. Strong emphasis on program commitments from the Departments of Chemistry, Biology (Ecology), Geology (Geochemistry), Geography (Geographic Information Sciences), the School of Law, and Departments of Planning, Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering and Toxicology are brought together, representing four schools (Medicine and Biomedical Science, Law, Engineering and Applied Science, Architecture and Planning) along with the College of Arts and Sciences. If candidates have any questions, I am willing to answer by email. More information on the Department can be found at www.chem.buffalo.edu . Please send information to: Joseph A. Gardella, Jr., Professor of Chemistry, Director, Materials Research Instrument Facility, Chair, Environmental Task Force Member, Steering Committee of the ESI, SUNY Buffalo. Phone: 716-645-6800 X2111, FAX 716-645-6963, WEB: http://www.acsu.buffalo.edu/~gardella , EMAIL: gardella@acsu.buffalo.edu .

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Dartmouth College. Applications are invited for a faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level starting July or September 1999. The Chemistry Department seeks an individual who will establish a nationally recognized research program in biophysical, bioinorganic or bioorganic chemistry at Dartmouth, and who will excel at teaching in our undergraduate and PhD curriculum. Preference will be given to individuals who conduct experimental research on the structure-function relationships of biological macromolecules through studies of their chemical, physical and structural properties. Leadership and undergraduate teaching in this area is expected, as is the ability to offer graduate courses in one's specialty and to teach introductory courses either in general or organic chemistry. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of their scientific accomplishments and future research directions, and a statement about their teaching experience and interests. Applicants should also arrange to have 3 letters of recommendation sent on their behalf. All inquiries and applications will be treated confidentially. Application materials should be sent to: Professor Dean E. Wilcox, Biological Chemist Search Committee, Department of Chemistry, 6128 Burke Laboratory, Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH 03755-3564. The Committee will begin to consider completed applications on October 15. E-mail: dean.e.wilcox@dartmouth.edu , Phone: 603-646-2874, FAX: 603-646-3946, Web: http://www.dartmouth.edu/artsci/chem/ .

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The University of California, Irvine. Applications are invited for a tenure track position in organic chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor. Interdisciplinary applicants with allied interests in areas such as biology and materials are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates are expected to have a strong record of research accomplishments and a commitment to teaching organic chemistry at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Applicants should provide a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research plans (approximately three pages), and three letters of recommendation to: Professor Richard Chamberlin, Chair, Department of Chemistry, The University of California, Irvine, CA 92697-2025. Applications must be received by November 1, 1998.

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California State University Fullerton, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, is seeking applicants for a full-time tenure track position as Assistant Professor in the area of organic or analytical chemistry to begin in August 1999. All research areas in organic or analytical chemistry will be considered. Preference will be given to Organic Chemists with a research emphasis in synthesis or biochemistry/biotechnology, or Analytical Chemists with a research emphasis in environmental chemistry or biochemistry. Candidates must be able to teach organic chemistry or analytical chemistry and be committed to excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and master's degree levels. A vigorous and productive research program with extramural funding, involving students at both levels, is expected. An earned doctorate in chemistry is required, and postdoctoral experience is strongly recommended. Teaching responsibilities include lecture and laboratory courses in organic chemistry or analytical chemistry, at both the undergraduate and master's levels. Faculty-guided research involving undergraduates and M.S. thesis students is an essential pan of the Department's educational program. Applicants should send a detailed curriculum vitae (including names of references); a summary of proposed research, and a summary of teaching philosophy and preferences; and arrange for three letters of recommendation. To ensure full consideration, these materials must be received by November 10, 1998. Please send them to: Prof. Richard Deming, Search Committee Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, California State University, Fullerton, RO. Box 6866, Fullerton, CA 92834-6866, E-mail: rdeming@fullerton.edu , Phone: (714) 278-3621, FAX: (714) 278-5316, web: http://nsm.fullerton.edu/chem/chem/html .

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Tulane University, Chemistry Department. Tulane University Candidates are sought for a tenure track position in the Chemistry Department at the Assistant Professor level to begin July 1, 1999 subject to budget approval. A Ph.D. in chemistry is required; postdoctoral experience is highly desirable. Teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and the development of an externally-funded, nationally recognized research program are expected. A high priority will be given to individuals qualified to teach in the area of organic chemistry, but applications are also encouraged from outstanding candidates whose research programs would expand the current research activities of the faculty. (See the Department web page at http://www.tulane.edu/~chemstry or consult the Directory of Graduate Research.) Submit letter of application, full C.V., statement of research plans and three letters of recommendation by 11/1/98 to: Chair, Search Committee, Department of Chemistry, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA 70118.

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The University of Vermont (UVM) Chemistry Department has initiated a search for a person to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in analytical chemistry. The appointment is expected to begin on September 1, 1999. We would appreciate your assistance in sharing this information with your colleagues, informing qualified persons of this opportunity and encouraging them to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to our teaching efforts in the undergraduate and graduate programs. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong, externally funded research program. Competitive start-up funding and adequate laboratory space will be provided. Post-doctoral experience is expected. Interested candidates should send a curriculum vitae, descriptions of proposed research, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to: Joel M. Goldberg, Department of Chemistry, University of Vermont Burlington, Vermont 05405-0125. For full consideration. all application materials must be received by November 15. 1998.

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The Department of Chemistry at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in synthetic materials chemistry. The position is anticipated to be filled at the assistant professor level. The search is open to all areas of synthetic chemistry that emphasize design and creation of novel molecular or solid state systems relevant to materials science applications. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a competitive research program and to contribute to the Chemistry Department teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates with a Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related discipline are invited to apply by submitting a detailed plan of their proposed research program, a current curriculum vitae emphasizing teaching and research accomplishments and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Marjorie Langell, Search Committee Chair, Department of Chemistry, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE 68588-0304. Closing date for application is October 15, 1998 or until a suitable candidate has been found.

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THREE FACULTY POSITIONS. The Department of Chemistry at Colorado State University is seeking three tenure track faculty in the following areas: (1) analytical chemistry; (2) inorganic chemistry; (3) organic chemistry. Candidates with research and teaching interests that bridge these areas are also encouraged to apply. Applicants should indicate all positions for which they wish to be considered. The level of each appointment is open. The individuals appointed must hold a Ph.D. degree at the time of appointment and be capable of fulfilling the highest expectations in research and teaching. Applicants should submit a resume, a list of publications, statements describing teaching interests and future research plans, and at least two letters of recommendation to Faculty Search Committees, Department of Chemistry, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1872. Applications must be complete on or before October 15,1998, but the search may be extended if suitable candidates are not identified. Complete job descriptions for all 3 positions can be found on our web site at: http://www.chm.colostate.edu/jobs.html .

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Cornell University. The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology is searching for a tenure track faculty member at the Assistant Professor level. We wish to consider outstanding candidates with research interests in any field of chemistry/chemical biology that complements rather than duplicates our existing strengths. The successful applicant will be expected to carry out an effective research program and to teach introductory chemistry as well as advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in his or her field. A Ph.D. degree is required, and postdoctoral experience preferred. Applicants should submit a graduate transcript, curriculum vitae, publication list, and separate summaries of research experience and research plans. These materials and three letters of recommendation should be sent to: Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Baker Laboratory, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, 14853-1301. Deadline is November 1, 1998.

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The Department of Chemistry at Virginia Tech invites applications for two tenure-tack assistant professorship positions; one in analytical chemistry and one in an area of experimental polymer physical chemistry. Both positions start August 1999. For the analytical position - qualified applicants will possess the PhD degree in chemistry or related field. Research experience should complement those areas of research currently pursued by the faculty. Preference will be given to those candidates who express an interests in biologically-related areas of analytical chemistry (i.e. bioseparations). The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to both the undergraduate and graduate programs. For the polymer physical position - qualified applicants will possess the PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science or related field and be expected to teach general chemistry, undergraduate physical chemistry and graduate topical courses. A firm commitment to develop an internationally recognized research program, to establish and maintain significant external funding and to publish in high quality peer-reviewed journals is expected. The successful candidate for each position will have opportunities to participate actively in such interdisciplinary efforts. A curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching plans, a list of publications, and three letters of reference should be sent for Analytical by December 1^st to: Professor Larry T. Taylor, Chair, Analytical Chemistry Search Committee or for Polymer to Professor Herve Marand, Chair, Polymer Physical Chemistry Search Committee, Department of Chemistry, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061-0212. Screening of analytical applications will begin on December l, 1998. Screening of polymer applications will begin on January 10, 1999 and interviews will be scheduled after February l, 1999.

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The North Dakota State University, Department of Chemistry invites applications for a tenure-track position starting August 1999. The appointment could start any time after January 1999. Candidates at the assistant or associate level will be considered. The successful candidate at the assistant professor level will have: a Ph.D. in inorganic chemistry with productive post-doctoral academic or industrial research experience, a strong potential to develop an extramurally-funded, nationally competitive research program, an ability to teach at the undergraduate and graduate level, and strong oral and written communication skills. For consideration at the associate rank, the candidate will have: an established reputation in nationally competitive research at an academic, industrial or national laboratory setting, demonstrated success in obtaining extramural funding, leadership skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues in an academic setting. Research area is open, but applicants with research interests that complement existing department strengths in main group and materials chemistry are preferred. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, description of research plans, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to: Prof. Philip Boudjoukq Chair, Inorganic Search Committee, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND 58105-5516, phone (701) 231-8601, e-mail: boudjouk@plains.nodak.edu . Review of applications will begin November 13, 1998, and continue until the position is filled.

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Visiting Assistant Professor - Spring 1999 semester. University of Central Arkansas seeks a replacement for a mid-year retirement. Teach second semester Organic Chemistry and Physiological Chemistry, and affiliated labs. Ph.D. preferred; ABD acceptable. Non-tenure track; position contingent on funding. A tenure track position is expected for the Fall 1999 semester, contingent on funding. Send cover letter, CV, and references (name, address, phone number, and email address) to: Dr. Conrad Stanitski, Chair, Chemistry Department, Univ. of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR 72035. Review of applications will begin October 15, 1998 and continue until the position is filled.

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University of Massachusetts-Amherst. The Department of Chemistry invites applications two full-time tenure-track Assistant Professors to begin September 1999: Search A. We seek a faculty member whose research focuses on Mass Spectrometry and complements existing strengths in polymer, biological, and analytical chemistry. The newly-established University mass spectrometry facility provides extensive, state-of-the-art instrumentation including laser-TOF, magnetic sector, and ion-trap MS. Search B. A position in Bioanalytical Chemistry has been established with support from pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Applicants with research interests of importance to these industries are especially encouraged. The teaching responsibilities of a successfu1 candidate will include undergraduate and graduate courses in analytical chemistry. Please submit a curriculum vitae and statement of research plans, and have letters of recommendation sent directly to: Chair, Faculty Search A or B. Department of Chemistry, Lederle Graduate Tower A, University of Massachusetts, Box 34510, Amherst, MA 01003-4510. Evaluation of applications will begin October l5, 1998, and continue until the positions are filled.

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Bioinorganic Chemistry Faculty Position. The Department of Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee anticipates opening a tenure-track position in Bioinorganic Chemistry. An appointment will be made at the Assistant Professor level. A Ph.D. is required for this position and postdoctoral experience is desirable. The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of scholarly achievements in peer-reviewed journals, promise of successful grantsmanship and a strong interest in graduate and undergraduate teaching, including in the general chemistry program. The candidate's research area should bridge inorganic chemistry and the life sciences: for example, biochemistry, biogeochemistry, inorganic medicinal chemistry, or environmental chemistry. To be considered, a curriculum vitae with a research plan, an outline of teaching philosophy and three letters of recommendation must be mailed to: Professor J. M. Cook, Chair, Department of Chemistry, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, P.O. Box 413, Milwaukee, WI 53201, FAX: 414-229-5530, e-mail: capncook@csd.uwm.edu and postmarked by November 23, 1998. The names of those applicants who have not requested that their identities be withheld and the names of all finalists will be released upon request.

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The Department of Chemistry at the University of Alberta invites applications for a tenure-track position in Organic Chemistry at the Assistant Professor level to begin July 1, 1999. The Department seeks candidates with demonstrated ability and outstanding potential for excellence in teaching and research. A PhD in Chemistry or a closely related area is essential and postdoctoral experience is an asset. We are seeking candidates whose research will complement those of the present faculty; however, outstanding candidates in any area of organic chemistry are encouraged to apply. The applicants should submit a complete curriculum vitae and a research proposal by October 31, 1998, and arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation sent on their behalf to: Professor Gary Horlick, Chair, Department of Chemistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada TOG 2G2.

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Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne. Organic Chemistry, Assistant Professor, tenure track, August, 1999. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate organic chemistry courses, and to mount an active research program involving undergraduate students, in a department offering an ACS-certified B.S., and a non-thesis M.S. degree. The Ph.D. degree is required; post-doctoral experience is preferred. Special consideration will be given to candidates with a background in bioorganic chemistry. Qualified women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. Send current c.v. and a description of research plans and philosophy of teaching, and arrange to send at least three letters of recommendation, and official undergraduate and graduate transcripts to: Chair, Search Committee, Department of Chemistry, Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499, as soon as possible, but no later than November 30, 1998. You may obtain more information about our campus and department at www.ipfw.edu .

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Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Old Dominion University. Two tenure track positions in Organic Chemistry. Applicants with a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry and postdoctoral experience in areas of research which complement existing departmental strengths in Biomedical Sciences, Environmental Chemistry or Materials Sciences are encouraged to apply. While these positions are currently funded at the assistant professor level, consideration will be given to higher level appointments for especially well-qualified, productive applicants. Such individuals would be expected to have both a history of extramural research funding and hold one or more currently active grants. Successful candidates will be expected to conduct a vigorous independent research program, and teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Previous teaching experience is highly desirable. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a two-page statement of research interests, and the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of at least three references to: Dr. Laura K. Moen, Chair, Organic Search Committee, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529-0126. Review of applications will begin October 31, 1998 and continue until the positions are filled.

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Organic Chemistry - Emory University, Atlanta Georgia. A tenure-track, faculty appointment is available at the Assistant Professor level in the area of Organic Chemistry. Applications are invited from outstanding candidates with a high potential for creative research and a commitment to quality teaching at the undergraduate and Ph.D. levels. This tenure track position will be available beginning in the Fall of 1999. To be considered, applicants should submit a resume, list of publications, statement of research plans with estimated start-up costs, and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent on their behalf to: Chair, Search Committee, Department of Chemistry, 1515 Pierce Drive, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia 30322, e-mail: ljsmith@emory.edu . Review of applications will commence November 2, 1998 and will continue until the position is filled. A job description can be found at http://www.emory.edu/HR/jobseop.html .

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The Laboratory of Bioorganic Chemistry (LBC) of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive Diseases (NIDDK) is seeking candidates for a tenure track position in bioorganic chemistry. The applicant must have a proven record of accomplishments in synthetic, bioorganic and/or medicinal chemistry and will be expected to propose an independent research program that applies the principles of organic chemistry to biomedical challenges. The position offers unparalleled opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within NIDDK and throughout NIH. Online information can be found at http://ohrm.niddk.nih.gov/vac/online.html . There are links to information regarding present staffing and research in LBC, as well as information for online application. The closing date for applications is September 30, 1998. Our Laboratory is located on the main intramural campus of the NIH in Bethesda, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C. Applicants should send a Curriculum Vitae and list of publications, copies of major publications, a summary of research accomplishments, a plan for future research, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Kenner Rice, Chair, Search Committee, Laboratory of Bioorganic Chemistry, Building 8, Room B1-20, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892-0810.

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POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AND/OR JOBS

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Dr. Daryle H. Busch of the University of Kansas has a Post Doctoral Position in Synthetic Chemistry. A post doctoral position is available in an on-going program that involves molecular design, synthesis, characterization and evaluation of new transition metal compounds for catalysis. The work is industrially sponsored and involves close collaboration between industrial and academic researchers. The academic group involves specialists in synthesis, catalysis, and physical inorganic chemistry. The successful candidate for the present opening will enjoy an exceptional experience working in this collaborative environment. The new position requires a researcher with strong abilities and experience in the synthesis of organic molecules and transition metal complexes. Preference will be given to candidates who also have experience with catalysis. Applications may be sent by mail to: D.H. Busch, Chemistry Department, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66045, by e-mail dbusch@eureka.chem.ukans.edu , or by fax at 785-864-5747.

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Paul W. Ludden of the University of Wisconsin-Madison has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral student. The project involves the overexpression and characterization of proteins involved in the biosynthesis of the iron-vanadium cofactor of the vnf-encoded, vanadium nitrogenase in Azotobacter vinelandii. Send CV and references to: Paul Ludden, Dept of Biochemistry, 433 Babcock Drive, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI 53706, phone: 608-262-6859, 608-262-3453 (FAX), e-mail: ludden@biochem.wisc.edu .

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Associate Professor Lynmarie A. Posey of Vanderbilt University has an opening for a postdoctoral associate in her research group, which will be moving from Vanderbilt University to Michigan State University in early December 1998. I hope to fill this position as early as January 1999, but I am willing to wait several months for a well-qualified candidate. I would appreciate if you could bring this position to the attention of any students in your research group who will be completing their Ph.D. degrees in the next 4-8 months. A central theme in the current projects in my laboratory is the application of electrospray ionization to produce gas-phase clusters containing transition-metal ions in the +2 and higher oxidation states. Our work combines laser photofragmentation spectroscopy with tandem mass spectrometry to probe the electronic structure of multiply charged transition-metal ions and coordination complexes in the controlled solvent environments provided by gas-phase clusters. We are currently studying the stabilization of multiply charged transition-metal ions through interactions with their local solvent environment and the influence of individual solvent molecules on photoinitiated charge transfer in coordination complexes. Interested students may contact me directly by phone or e-mail to discuss possible projects. Please contact: Associate Professor Lynmarie A. Posey, Vanderbilt University, (615) 322-4049 (Voice), (615) 343-0384 (FAX), e-mail: lynmarie.a.posey@vanderbilt.edu .

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Dr. N. Rama Krishna, Ph.D., of the University of Alabama has a Postdoctoral Position in Biomolecular NMR supported by a training grant available immediately for multidimensional NMR studies on proteins. The applicants must be US Citizens or permanent residents. State-of-the-art 600 MHz and 500 MHz NMR systems with pulsed gradients and triple resonance will be available for 2D-4D NMR measurements, together with SGI workstations for NMR data processing and structure refinement calculations. Interested candidates should e-mail/mail a resume and arrange for two recommendation letters to: Dr. N. Rama Krishna, CHSB-19 B-31, 933 South 19th Street, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL 35294-2041. e-mail address: NRKrishna@bmg.bhs.uab.edu ,Fax: (205)934-6475. http://www.uab.edu/biochem/faculty/krishna/krishna.html .

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Dr. Jack Passmore, Department of Chemistry, University of New Brunswick, invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship starting March 1, 1999. The candidate should be a dynamic and talented individual who is highly motivated to succeed, who has demonstrated leadership skills, and has a strong background in synthetic chemistry of highly reactive compounds. Experience with theoretical calculations would be an advantage. The research topics to be undertaken are open, but will reflect the interests of both parties. The general philosophy of the work is to prepare and characterize simple compounds of the main group elements that are of interest in terms of current theories of bonding and stereochemistry. Interested persons are to send a current C.V., the names of three referees who are able to comment on their abilities, and a brief comment on what they would like to do, to: Dr. Jack Passmore, Department of Chemistry, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, New Brunswick E3B 6E2, Canada.

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Dr. Ram B. Gupta, of Auburn University has a Postdoctoral Fellow for research in hydrogel based molecular separation processes. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in chemistry or chemical engineering with a strong experimental background in hydrogels, organic/polymer synthesis, and related analytical skills. Submit resume, one-page future research plan/interest, and names of three references to: Dr. Ram B. Gupta, Department of Chemical Engineering, Auburn University, Alabama 36849. Resume review will begin on October 28, 1998 and continue until a candidate is selected and recommended for appointment.

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