Chemistry Newsletter - 11/15/1999

 

University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Chemistry Newsletter

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XXXIV No. 37

November 15th, 1999

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Proposed Finance Committee and Department Meeting Dates

Fall 1999

All Dept and Finance meetings are scheduled for two hours

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Organic Chemistry Cumulative Exam Schedule, 1999

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

 

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Inorganic Chemistry Cumulative Exam Schedule, 1999-2000

All cumes are in room 2373 from 9 am to noon.

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ATTENTION UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS and ADVISORS

A reminder for this time of year when seniors are applying for jobs and graduate schools: Information about jobs and graduate schools is available from Mary Kay Sorenson in the Admissions and placement Office, Room 1221 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 minor courses. The minor requirement is normally completed by the second year of Graduate School. Minor Agreement forms are available in Room 1221.

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SEMINARS

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Tuesday, November 16^th, 1999 - Chemical Engineering Seminar, 3:55 p.m., Room 1227 Engineering Hall. Professor Jacqueline V. Shanks, Iowa State University. "Phytocatalysis: Applications in Metabolic Engineering and Phytoremediation"

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Wednesday, November 17^th, 1999 - Inorganic Chemistry Seminar, 3:30 p.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Karen Nordell, PD.

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Thursday, November 18^th, 1999 - Analytical Sciences Seminar, 12:05 PM, Room B371 Chemistry Building. Professor John Weaver, University of Minnesota. "Visualization of Semiconductor Surface Etching with Scanning Tunneling Microscopy"

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Thursday, November 18^th, 1999 - Organic Chemistry Seminar. 11:00 a.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Professor Scott Miller, Boston College. "Discovery of Minimal Peptides for Asymmetric Catalysis and Organic Syntesis"

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Monday, November 22^nd, 1999 - Inorganic Chemistry Seminar, 2:25 p.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Anne-Marie Nickel, Graduate Student.

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Tuesday, November 30^th, 1999 - Physical Chemistry Seminar, 11:00 a.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Giacinto Scoles, Princeton University. "Spectroscopy in Superfluid Liquid Helium Nanodroplets"

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Tuesday, November 30^th, 1999 - Chemical Engineering Seminar, 3:55 p.m., Room 1227 Engineering Hall. Professor Michael Tsapatsis, University of Massachusetts at Amherst. "Growth of Molecular Sieve Films and Patterned Deposits"

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Wednesday, December 1^st, 1999 - Inorganic Chemistry Seminar, 3:30 p.m., Room B371 Chemistry Building. Sheila David, University of Utah.

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Thursday, December 2^nd, 1999 - Analytical Sciences Seminar, 12:05 PM, Room B371 Chemistry Building. Professor Tom Farrar, University of Wisconsin-Madison. "NMR and Ab Initio Studies of Hydrogen Bonding in Neat Liquids and in Binary Mixtures"

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Thursday, December 2^nd, 1999 - Organic Chemistry Seminar. 11:00 a.m., Room 1361 Chemistry Building. Joshua Higgin, Graduate Student.

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Tuesday, December 7^th, 1999 - Chemical Engineering Seminar, 3:55 p.m., Room 1227 Engineering Hall. Ms. Susannah Clear, UW-Madison. "Self-Assembled Monolayers as Boundary Lubricants in Liquids" and Mr. Danforth Miller, UW-Madison. "Lyophilization: From Molecular Simulation to Practice"

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Tuesday, December 14^th, 1999 - Chemical Engineering Seminar, 3:55 p.m., Room 1227 Engineering Hall. Professor Matthew Neurock, University of Virginia. "First-Principles Modeling of Metal Catalyzed Surface Chemistry"

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Camille and Henry Dreyfus Postdoctoral Fellowship in Environmental Chemistry at U. Mass. Dartmouth

U. Massachusetts Dartmouth in collaboration with Brown University and Woods Hole Oceanographic Inst. has been awarded a Postdoctoral Fellowship by the Dreyfus Foundation which will enable a Ph.D. Chemist or Chemical Engineer to carry out cutting edge research in environmental chemistry focusing on global biogeochemistry. A range of research topics is available including the global nitrogen cycle, oceanic controls of atmospheric CO2, and sedimentary records of elemental-cycling/climate linkages. Emphasis will be on development and application of natural stable isotopic techniques. As part of his/ her training the Fellow is encouraged to participate in relevant seminar and teaching programs at Brown U. and WHOI as well as at U. Mass. Dartmouth and will have access to their state-of-the-art analytical facilities. In addition, collaboration with faculty and researchers at all three institutions is encouraged, particularly in context of existing NSF funded, joint research projects in global biogeochemistry. The Fellow will possess a doctorate in chemistry or chemical engineering and is not expected to have prior training in environmental chemistry. Graduate-level chemical research experience is required. Experience with mass spectrometer techniques and chemical separations; publication record appropriate to number of years since degree; commitment to a career in environmental chemistry is preferred. Salary is competitive and the Fellowship is renewable for a second year by mutual agreement of the Fellow, research supervisors, and the Dreyfus Foundation. A supplementary research allowance will be available. Applications, including a curriculum vitae, selected publications, statement of specific research interests, and at least three recommendation letters should be sent to: Professor Mark A. Altabet, Dept. of Chemistry and Biochemistry, U. Mass. Dartmouth, 285 Old Westport Road, No. Dartmouth, MA 02747-2300 USA.

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Vilas and Vilas Special Fellowships

Fifty academic-year awards provide a stipend of $600 and remission of the nonresident portion of tuition for out-of-state students. All Fellows must pay in-state fees. To be eligible for departmental nomination, students must hold either a Bachelor's or Master's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison by the beginning of the semester in which the award would be held. In addition, departments consider academic qualifications and often cite evidence of financial need in selecting and ranking nominees. Vilas Fellows may be at any level of graduate study. In compliance with the will of Mr. Vilas, a special consideration is given to black/African American candidates. There are also five Vilas "Special" awards, which do not require a University of Wisconsin-Madison degree, held in reserve to meet the needs of students whose individual circumstances warrant special consideration. Vilas Fellows must register for a minimum of six (6) graduate level credits (courses numbered 300 and above) or a minimum of three (3) credits for dissertators in order to hold the award. For more information regarding departmental nomination procedures, please see Matt Sanders, Room 1315 Chemistry.

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

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

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FACULTY POSITIONS/TEMPORARY FACULTY/ACADEMIC POSITIONS

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Scientist to perform synthetic organic chemistry for a pharmaceutical company leading the design and development of a new generation of small molecule neuropharmaceuticals. The candidate will be responsible for the design and implementation of small molecule solutions to therapeutic targets. You will apply state of the art medicinal chemistry to design and synthesize biologically active compounds. You should possess a Ph.D. in organic or medicinal chemistry or related science field with industrial experience. Our client is an emerging pharmaceutical with research facilities in Central Connecticut and can provide excellent benefits (health insurance, dental, and vision plan, paid vacation and more). A high impact, high profile position with excellent opportunity for advancement Geographic Location of Position: US-CT. If interested please contact: Stu Sullivan, DMC, Fax: 609-584-9575, Voice: 609-584-8733 Ext. 218, Email: 915608@candseek.com .

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UW-Rock County seeks a full-time lecturer for spring semester 2000 in the Department of Chemistry to cover a one-semester faculty leave. The lecturer will have complete responsibility for the second-semester General Chemistry sequence including laboratory instruction, and for the lecture portion of a non-majors chemistry course. Questions about the courses to be taught and other department matters can be addressed to: Professor Kim Kostka, UW-Rock County, (608) 758-6532; fax: (608) 758-6564; e-mail: kkostka@uwc.edu . Qualifications: ABD in chemistry; Ph.D. preferred. Applicant must have demonstrated record of successful undergraduate teaching. Salary: Approximately $14,000 (for the semester). Application Deadline: November 22, 1999. Send letter of interest and resume with names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to: Dean Jane Crisler, UW-Rock County, 2909 Kellogg Avenue, Janesville, WI 53546. Fax: (608) 758-6522; e-mail: jcrisler@uwc.edu. Application must be accompanied by a statement of whether the applicant wishes to have the application held in confidence or made available to the public upon request. For further information, see: http://rock.uwc.edu .

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Two full-time, non-tenure stream faculty positions, at the Instructor level, are available immediately in the Department of Anesthesiology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Successful candidates will join ongoing, NIH-funded research programs with the goal of becoming independent investigators. Educational requirement: Ph.D. degree or equivalent. Individuals with interest and training in one of the following areas are encouraged to apply: (1) protein structure determination by high-resolution or solid-state NMR; (2) large scale molecular dynamic simulation of biological macromolecules (particularly membrane-associated proteins); and (3) in vivo NMR spectroscopy and imaging. Competitive benefits package. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please submit curriculum vitae, a concise statement of research interests and three letters of recommendation to: The Search Committee, Attn: Dr. Yan Xu, W-1358 Biomedical Science Tower, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA 15261. Email: xu2@imap.pitt.edu .

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Scientist who will lead a group of medicinal chemists. This person will be responsible for efficiently mobilizing and prioritizing available resources to achieve project objectives according to the company goals, with an emphasis on producing high quality development candidates in a timely manner. The candidate will contribute to the intellectual and technical development of the Chemistry department and positively interact with colleagues from other department, in particular combinatorial chemistry, biology, and drug metabolism. The scientist will effectively maintain project documentation, present data and project data and project reports internally and to potential external collaborators, and will be responsible for drafting patent applications in the appropriate project areas. The candidate will possess a Ph.D. in Chemistry, or related field with relevant pharmaceutical or bio-tech experience. This person should posses strong leadership, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and be capable of directing the work of a staff in a wide range of scientific expertise and contribution to the selection of one or more clinical candidates. Geographic Location of Position: US-CT. If interested, please contact: Stu Sullivan, DMC, Fax: 609-584-9575, Voice: 609-584-8733 Ext. 218, Email: 915608@candseek.com .

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A new position at Penn State for Director of the Undergraduate Physical Chemistry Lab. The details are in an ad which appeared in the October 11 and October 25 C&EN. One of the major parts of this position is designing and teaching an integrated physical/analytical lab course in spectroscopy (together with the director of the undergraduate analytical laboratory) and integrating the advanced laboratory work with the student lab experiences in the general and organic labs. Another part deals with the integration of computer-based methods (e.g. modeling) and experimental methods. We have an undergraduate instrument room which provides extensive spectroscopic and other instrumental facilities for the undergraduate lab courses including FT-NMR, AA, FTIR, UV-VIS, and MS as well as lots of chromatographic equipment. We are developing lab programs even at the general chemistry level which give the students some choice of experiments depending on their majors and career interest. We think there are some exciting things going on here in the undergraduate lab program (for all of our students, not just the chem majors). I'd be happy to provide more information to anyone interested in the position. Please contact: L. Peter Gold, Professor of Chemistry, Penn State University, 152 Davey Lab, University Park PA 16802, phone: (814) 865-7694, fax: (814) 865-3314, E-mail: LPG@PSU.EDU .

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Forensic Scientist Sought for Tenure Track Position in Biology or Chemistry. The International Forensic Research Institute (IFRI) at Florida International University invites applications for a tenure track position in either the Department of Biology or Chemistry at Florida International University (FIU) with forensic science research interests and an appointment starting in Fall 2000. A Ph.D. in either chemistry or the biological sciences and post-doctoral experience are required. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an active, externally funded research program directing Ph.D., M.S., and undergraduate students in their tenure tracking department as well as undergraduate certificate and masters forensic science students through the institute. IFRI was established by the State University System (SUS) of Florida Board of Regents (BOR) in 1997 to help serve law enforcement efforts in the application of scientific principles to the administration of justice. IFRI is based out of the department of chemistry and administers an undergraduate Certificate in Forensic Science and a Master of Science in Forensic Science, an interdisciplinary graduate program and the only SUS BOR approved forensic science graduate program in Florida. Please see http://www.fiu.edu/~ifri for more information. Please send a curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, research plans and have 3 letters of reference sent to: FORENSIC SCIENTIST Search Committee (specify Biology or Chemistry Department preference), International Forensic Research Institute, Department of Chemistry, Florida International University, University Park, Miami, FL 33199. The selection process will begin on 12/9/99.

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Marquette University. Faculty Position. The College of Arts and Sciences Department of Chemistry has the following position available. Lecturer (PART- TIME, TEMPORARY). Teach organic chemistry (chemistry 023) during the spring semester January -May 2000. Requires a Masters Degree. Ph.D. in chemistry, and previous teaching experience at this level preferred. Position available in January, 2000. Interested individuals please send a letter of interest and resume to: Professor Charles A. Wilkie, Department of Chemistry, MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY, P.O. Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881. Web: http://www.marquette.edu/hr .

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Assistant Professor of Inorganic/Analytical Chemistry, Tenure Track Position Beginning Fall, 2000. Northeastern Illinois University. Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago is a metropolitan, comprehensive, state-supported institution which enrolls about 10,000 graduate and undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds. NEIU offers an American Chemical Society approved program in chemistry.

Responsibilities:

• •Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Inorganic and Analytical chemistry as well as General Chemistry I and II.
• •Teach general education courses as needed.
• •Develop new courses when called upon to do so.
• •Seek grants and undertake research.
• •Direct student research and thesis writing.
• •Serve on department committees and participate in department governance.
• •Serve on university committees as needed and desired.
• •Assist with the maintenance of existing instrumentation and purchase of new instruments, or help with the introduction of computer applications into various chemistry courses.

Qualifications:

• •Ph.D. in Inorganic or Analytical Chemistry with demonstrated expertise in both areas.
• •Good teaching ability.
• •Ability to supervise undergraduate and graduate research.

Candidate may be asked to give a seminar or guest lecture. Send application, vita and three letters of recommendation, one addressing teaching, to: Dr. Veronica Curtis-Palmer, Chemistry, Northeastern Illinois University. 5500 N. St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625. Review of applications will begin December 10, 1999 and continues until the position is filled.

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Tenure Track positions in Biochemistry and Inorganic Chemistry. Applications are invited for two tenure track positions in the Department of Chemistry at Florida International University (FIU) in the areas of biochemistry and inorganic chemistry with appointments starting in Fall 2000. A Ph.D. and post-doctoral experience are required. Candidates will be expected to establish an active, externally funded research program directing Ph.D., M.S., and undergraduate students. The Chemistry Department has a Ph.D. program with foci on biomedical and environmental research. Please see http://www.fiu.edu/orgs/chemistry for more information. Please send a curriculum vitae, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, research plans and have 3 letters of reference sent to: BIOCHEMISTRY or INORGANIC CHEMISTRY Search Committee, Department of Chemistry, Florida International University, University Park, Miami, FL 33199. The selection process will begin on 12/9/99.

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The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Denison University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the assistant professor level to begin in August 2000. Applications are sought from individuals with a strong commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level, a superior background in organic chemistry, and the capacity to develop an active research program which involves undergraduates. Teaching responsibilities will include organic chemistry (introductory and advanced), general chemistry, and courses for the nonscientist. Our ACS-accredited department has an uncommonly well-developed biochemistry program, excellent classroom and laboratory facilities, extensive computer resources for both teaching and research, and a broad range of instrumentation which is used in both teaching and research: spectroscopy (300 MHz NMR, FT-IR, UV-vis), separations (GC/MS and other GC methods, HPLC, electrophoresis), electrochemistry, and biochemistry (bioseparations, high speed centrifugation and PCR). AFM, STM, powder X-ray, and AA instrumentation is also available. A Ph.D is required and postdoctoral experience is preferred. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a summary of research plans. These materials and three letters of recommendation should be sent to: Dr. Michael M. Fuson, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Ebaugh Laboratories, Denison University, Granville, OH 43023. Visit us at our web site at: http://www.denison.edu/chem/ochempos.html Informal inquiries may be made via email to fuson@denison.edu .

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Organic Chemistry Faculty Position at New Mexico State University: The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry invites applications for a tenure track position at the assistant professor level in organic chemistry, to begin in August, 2000. The Department offers the B.A. and B.S degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry and the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Chemistry, with excellent research facilities. The successful candidate is expected to establish an active research program in an area of organic chemistry. A strong commitment to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels is essential. Applicants must have the Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, preferably with some postdoctoral experience. Candidates must submit a letter of application, a complete CV, summary of research plans and teaching interests, copies (unoffical) of graduate and undergraduate transcripts, and also arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to: Dr. Amudhu Gopalan, Chairman, Organic Faculty Search Committee, Box 30001, Dept. 3C. New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001. Review of applications will begin on November 15,1999, and continue until the position is filled.

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The University of Kansas Department of Medicinal Chemistry is seeking to fill a tenure-track faculty position beginning August 18, 2000. A Ph.D. in medicinal chemistry, organic chemistry, or a related field is required and postdoctoral experience is desirable. Duties include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels and the direction of a vigorous, externally funded, basic research program. The research interests of the candidate should be in the field of big-organic chemistry, defined broadly, and should complement those of the current faculty http://www.pharm.ukans.edu/medchem . The opening is expected to be filled at the Assistant Professor level but outstanding applications may be considered for appointment at a higher rank. Candidates must show evidence of well-defined research plans through the submission of an outline of proposed research. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, a brief summary of research interests, and should arrange for submission of three or more letters of recommendation to: Professor Jeffrey Aube, Department of Medicinal Chemistry, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66045-2506. Initial review of applications will begin November 19, 1999, and will continue until the position is filled.

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Midwestern State University. Organic Chemist, Assistant Professor, Tenure-track. Date Available: Fall Semester 2000. Ph.D. in chemistry with an emphasis in organic chemistry; able to develop a research program in area of specialization utilizing undergraduate students; interest in teaching at undergraduate and graduate level. Preference given to individuals with research background in organic chemistry, and a record of publications in refereed journals. Teach organic chemistry, advanced organic chemistry, and lower level chemistry courses; advise chemistry students. The candidate's potential as a teacher and as a director of undergraduate research are essential criteria. Submit curriculum vitae, description of proposed research, copy of transcripts, a statement of educational philosophy, and a list of three references with their addresses and phone numbers who are familiar with your teaching and research to: Dr. Rodney Cate, Chair, Chemistry Program, Faculty Search Committee, Midwestern State University, 3410 Taft Blvd., Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099.

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The National University of Singapore solicits applications for full-time tenure-track faculty positions in the Department of Chemistry. Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent, postdoctoral experience and a strong commitment to excellence in both research and teaching. The National University of Singapore is a leading Asian university and is in the same league as the top 88 "Research Universities 1" in USA (Carnegie Classification). Research funding in 1998-99 exceeded US $1.2 m. We are inviting applications from outstanding candidates with research expertise in the following areas: ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY - Biosensor, chemosensor development and technology. Optical spectrometry, Separation science. Single molecule/single cell analysis, Electrochemistry. INORGANIC CHEMISTRY - Main group chemistry; inorganic materials. Physical inorganic chemistry. Bioinorganic chemistry. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY - Marine natural products chemistry in relation to drugs or medicinal chemistry. Combinatorial and solid-state synthesis. Chemical and structural biology. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY - Theoretical modeling of physical and chemical properties of clusters, bulk materials & polymers. Experimental studies on dynamics of molecules, clusters, and chemical and physical processes in biological systems. The successful candidates would be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, to supervise master's and doctoral students, and to conduct a vigorous and self-reliant research program that generates external funding and high scholarly and intellectual output. Participation in professional service and institutional support is also required. In addition, a 13^th month Annual Allowance (of one month's salary) and an Annual Variable Component may be payable at year-end, under the flexi-wage system, to staff on normal contracts. The starting salary will commensurate with experience and track record. Appointments at all levels will be considered. Other employment benefits and the necessary application forms are obtainable on the NUS website: http://www.nus.edu.sg/NUSinfo/Appoint/form.doc . Interested parties should submit their applications, supported by a resume, research plan and three letters of recommendation immediately to: Associate Professor T. S. Andy HOR, Chairman, Search Committee, Department of Chemistry, National University of Singapore, 3 Science Drive 3, Singapore 117543 Facsimile: (65) 7791691 Email: chmhead@nus.edu.sg .

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Eastern Oregon University invites applications for a full-time, nine month, fixed term appointment at the Assistant Professor level beginning fall, 2000. The successful candidate will initially be responsible for lecture and laboratories for the full-year undergraduate course in organic chemistry; mentor undergraduates in required chemical research; share lecture and laboratory responsibilities in general chemistry and introduction to chemistry sequences; and offer an upper division special topics course in alternate years. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching is expected. All faculty actively participate in academic advising, campus committees, curriculum development, research, community outreach, and distance education. An active SAACS is in place at Eastern and the successful candidate, in concert with the other chemistry faculty, is expected to support this activity. A Ph.D. in organic chemistry is required. Position will be filled at the Assistant Professor rank. Appointment begins September 16, 2000. Initial contract is two years with possibility of renewal. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, university transcripts (unofficial), three current letters of recommendation, and the names and phone numbers of four professional references to: Professor David Camp, Chair, Chemistry Search Committee, School of Arts and Sciences, Badgley Hall 208. Application Deadline: December 6, 1999, or until filled. Inquiries: Dr. David Camp, Phone: 541-962-3327, Fax: 541-962-3873, E-mail: organic@eou.edu .

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The Chemistry Program at Stockton College is pleased to invite applications for two tenure track faculty positions in Environmental / Analytical Chemistry and in Organic Chemistry.

ENVIRONMENTAL/ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY, Fall 2000 Tenure Track Assistant Professor to teach courses in environmental chemistry and instrumental analysis; an interest in instrumentation and its applications to the environment preferred; work with faculty in Environmental Studies to implement a curriculum in environmental chemistry. Also teach introductory chemistry lectures and labs, and sponsor student research projects. Additional duties as expected under collective bargaining agreement, including an expectation of ongoing scholarly activity. All faculty are expected to teach general studies courses. Successful applicants for this position should have a strong commitment to undergraduate education.

ORGANIC CHEMISTRY, Fall 2000, Asst. Prof., Tenure Track. Teach introductory and advanced organic chemistry with research interests in bioorganic or environmental chemistry. Also teach introductory chemistry lectures and labs, and sponsor student research projects. Additional duties as expected under collective bargaining agreement, including an expectation of ongoing scholarly activity. All faculty are expected to teach general studies courses. Successful applicants for this position should have a strong commitment to undergraduate education.

Successful applicants for these positions will show a commitment to undergraduate education, and a willingness to work cooperatively with others in the development of students and the chemistry curriculum. The ethnically diverse chemistry faculty encourages affirmative action / equal opportunity applications. More information about Stockton, the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and the Chemistry, Biochemistry/Molecular Biology, Environmental Studies and Marine Sciences programs can be found on the web at http://www.Stockton.edu . Ph.D. required for Assistant Protessor. Salary range is $37,477-$43,100, may be higher depending on qualifications, experience and increases in the appropriately established compensation plan. Screening begins November 19, 1999, and will continue until positions are filled. Applicants for these positions should send a letter of application, resume, three letters of recommendation, and documentation of doctorate to: Dr. Lynn Stiles, Dean, Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, AA73, PO Box 195, Pomona, NJ 08240-0195.

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POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AND/OR JOBS

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Two Postdoctoral Openings are available in the laboratory of Professor Malcolm Forbes, Department of Chemistry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with flexible starting dates between January 1 and June 1, 2000. The first position will be filled by a scientist with first rate skills in synthetic organic chemistry to help build novel surfactant/initiator compounds for the study of radical pair dynamics in micelles, then applying what is learned to free radical emulsion polymerization reactions. The successful candidate should be an accomplished synthetic organic chemist who would like to use their existing skills to create interesting unnatural roducts, while learning spin chemistry and related experimental techniques (time-resolved magnetic resonance, laser flash photolysis) to expand their knowledge base in organic and physical chemistry. The second position is in the area of experimental physical chemistry and chemical physics. It will involve 1) the building of a high frequency microwave bridge (95 GHz) for time-resolved (CW) EPR spectroscopy, 2) improvements to the microwave resonators and bridge circuitry at X-band and L-band frequencies for better signal to noise, and 3) application of these techniques to problems in photobiology and organic photochemistry. The successful candidate should have extensive experience in microwave engineering and/or electron spin resonance, especially resonator construction, modification and optimization. Knowledge of basic electronics, as well excimer, YAG, and YAG/OPO maintainance and operation is desirable but not essential. Further information about research in the Forbes laboratory can be found at the web site listed below. To apply for either position please send a CV, publication list and the names of 3 references to the address below or by email as soon as possible to: Malcolm D. E. Forbes, Professor of Chemistry, Venable and Kenan Laboratories, CB# 3290, Department of Chemistry, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, NC 27599, email: mdef@unc.edu , Office: 919-962-1696, Lab: 919-962-1694, 7577, 6814, Private Fax: 919-962-1532, website: http://www.unc.edu/depts/chemistry/faculty/mdef/index.html .

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A postdoctoral position (one year, with the possibility of a second year) is available immediately at Dartmouth College with David Glueck. The project involves metal-catalyzed P-C bond formation and mechanistic studies of P-C bond cleavage (for examples, see J. Am. Chem. Soc. 1997, 119, 5039-5040 and Organometallics 1998, 17, 125-127.) Applicants should be experienced in the synthesis and characterization (especially by nmr) of air- and water-sensitive organometallic compounds. Skills in organic synthesis, organophosphorus chemistry, and asymmetric synthesis would be a plus. This position requires excellent communications and organizational skills, since the postdoc will help to supervise and train new graduate students and undergraduates. Please send a CV and arrange to have 3 letters of recommendation sent to the address below (e-mail or FAX is OK). Questions? send e-mail to David.Glueck@Dartmouth.Edu Send to: David Glueck, Associate Professor, 6128 Burke Lab, Chemistry Department, Dartmouth College, Hanover NH 03755, Phone: (603)-646-1568, Fax: (603)-646-3946, E-MAIL glueck@dartmouth.edu ,Website: http://www.dartmouth.edu/~glueck/ .

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