Chemistry Newsletter - 07/19/1999

University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Chemistry Newsletter

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, July 29^th, 1999 - Chemical Engineering Seminar, 9:30 a.m., Room 1610, Engineering Hall. Professor Hans Christian Oettinger, Institut Fuer Polmere of the ETH, Zurich. "Capitalizing on Nonequilibrium Thermodynamics. A Comprehensive and Consistent Reptation Model"

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Tuesday, August 3^rd, 1999 - Chemical Engineering Seminar, 11:00 a.m., Room 1610, Engineering Hall. Professor Hans Christian Oettinger, Institut Fuer Polmere of the ETH, Zurich. "From Molecular Models to Complex Flow Calculations for Polymeric Liquids"

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Friday, August 6^th, 1999 - Chemical Engineering Seminar,12:00 noon, Room 1610 Engineering Hall. Professor Hans Christian Oettinger, Institut Fuer Polmere of the ETH, Zurich. "Models for Non-Isothermal Flow Calculations"

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Wednesday, August 18^th, 1999 - Organic Chemistry Seminar, 1:30 p.m., Room 8335, Chemistry Building. Koichi Narasaka, The University of Tokyo. "Electrophilic Amination with Oximes"

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TA Positions Available

University of Wisconsin-Madison, Chemistry Department. Technical Assistantship: NMR Spectroscopy. The Department is seeking applicants for two technical assistantships for NMR spectroscopy to begin in September (fall session). Applicants must have already taken fall or spring semester Chem. 626, and will primarily assist in teaching labs for this course. Other duties are involved with these positions. These positions should be valuable to the individual and his or her research group because of the additional expertise the student will gain in NMR spectroscopic techniques. Please contact: NMR Director Dr. Charlie Fry, fry@chem.wisc.edu or 262-3182, immediately if you are interested.

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ICCC34 - 34^th International Conference on Coordination Chemistry

The Royal Society of Chemistry Dalton Division presents the 34^th International Conference on Coordination Chemistry at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, July 9 - 14, 2000. First Circular. Further information on this conference can be found on the web at: http://www.ed.ac.uk/~euchem/ICCC34/ICC34.html or http://www.rsc.org/lap/confs/iccc34.htm . The Brochure for this conference that contains further information can be found in Room 1380 Chemistry.

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Recent Publications

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Vedejs E; Kruger AW.

Diastereoselective osmylation and hydroboration of beta,gamma-unsaturated N,N-diisopropylamides and acid-catalyzed conversion to delta-lactones.

JOURNAL OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY 1999, Vol 64, Iss 13, pp 4790-4797.

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Lu W; Sih CJ.

Chemoenzymatic synthesis of macrocyclic polyamines.

TETRAHEDRON LETTERS 1999, Vol 40, Iss 27, pp 4965-4968.

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Lowther WT; Orville AM; Madden DT; Lim SJ; Rich DH; Matthews BW.

Escherichia coli methionine aminopeptidase: Implications of crystallographic analyses of the native, mutant, and inhibited enzymes for the mechanism of catalysis.

BIOCHEMISTRY 1999, Vol 38, Iss 24, pp 7678-7688.

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Hegg EL; Mortimore SH; Cheung CL; Huyett JE; Powell DR; Burstyn JN.

Structure-reactivity studies in copper(II)-catalyzed phosphodiester hydrolysis.

INORGANIC CHEMISTRY 1999, Vol 38, Iss 12, pp 2961-2968.

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Beall H; Gaines DF.

Mechanistic aspects of boron hydride reactions.

INORGANICA CHIMICA ACTA 1999, Vol 289, Iss 1-2, pp 1-10.

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Berger P; Adelman NB; Beckman KJ; Campbell DJ; Ellis AB; Lisensky GC.

Preparation and properties of an aqueous ferrofluid.

JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL EDUCATION 1999, Vol 76, Iss 7, pp 943-948.

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Copyright � 1999 Institute for Scientific Information

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FACULTY POSITIONS/TEMPORARY FACULTY/ACADEMIC POSITIONS

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The Chemistry Department at Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, a four-year undergraduate liberal arts college with a student enrollment near 2200, is seeking a one-year full-time faculty replacement for the 1999-2000 academic year. The position involves teaching general chemistry, both lecture and laboratory. A candidate should have a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry or be very near to completing it. Interested candidates should contact me via e-mail: chdewit@augustana.edu or chdewit@augustana.edu as soon as possible for further information. D. G. DeWit, Acting Chair, Department of Chemistry, Augustana College, (309)794-3468.

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An in vitro drug metabolism scientist who will be responsible for designing and conducting in vitro metabolism studies in support of drug discovery. The qualified scientist will be required to study the metabolism of drugs in various mammalian species, including humans, using the in vitro experiments to predict the metabolism of drugs in man. The qualified scientist will also support the implementation of medium/high throughput metabolic screening to aid drug candidate selection. Responsibilities will include the development and utilization of bioanalytical methods for drug monitoring, preparation of liver subcellular fractions (liver slices) from various mammalian species, and drug metabolism screening for research support. The qualified candidate must possess a Masters or a Bachelors degree in a related science and have at least two years of proven experience in drug metabolism research. Our client is a leading pharmaceutical company with research facilities in Connecticut and can provide excellent benefits (health insurance, dental and vision plan, paid vacation and more). A high impact, highprofile position with excellent opportunity for advancement. Geographic Location of Position: US-CT. If you know anyone that might be interested, please forward this to them or contact: Brent Gardula, NeuroSearch, Voice: 609-584-8733 Ext. 235, Fax: 609-584-9575, Email: 915613@candseek.com .

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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Due to the unexpected retirement of one of our general chemistry/bioinorganic chemistry faculty members we have an opening for a teaching postdoctoral associate or visiting faculty member to teach in the general chemistry/inorganic chemistry program this fall. Classes begin right after September 1, in the fall (1999). We fully anticipate the position would also be extended into the next year to provide two years of experience for the candidate. Facts about the Department itself are available on the WEB page - http://www.uwm.edu/Dept/Chemistry/ although portions are under construction at this time. Please send a vitae to: Dr. Tom Holme, Department of Chemistry, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI 53201.

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Department of Agronomy, Kansas State University, Research Associate - Environmental Chemistry position #206. Conduct molecular level research on the biological, chemical, and physical processes that determine the fate of atrazine in agricultural soils and the nature of its association with soil, sediment, and aquatic organic matter. Ph.D. in environmental or analytical chemistry or related discipline by start date, training and experience with NMR and 14C-labeled compounds, and effective communication and interpersonal skills. Send a letter of application, transcripts, resume, and letters of reference: Lynn M. Auld, Secretary to the Department Head Kansas State University Department of Agronomy 2004 Throckmorton Plant Sciences Center Manhattan, KS 66506-5501. Please refer to position # 206. Date Available: October 1, 1999. Deadline: October 1, 1999 or until the position is filled.. For further information contact Kang Xia by phone at (785) 532-7213, fax (785) 532-6094, or by e-mail at kxia@ksu.edu .

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Angelo State University. Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry - one year only. August 30, 1999. Teach senior-level chemistry courses in specialty, as well as General Chemistry in Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biochemistry program. Ph.D. in Chemistry. Previous teaching at the University level desirable. Ability to create an atmosphere conducive to learning; ability and desire to deal tactfully with students, faculty, and the public. Ability to communicate effectively with undergraduate students. Candidate should be dedicated to excellence in teaching and have a strong commitment to high academic and professional standards. A letter of application, resume, transcripts, and a list of three professional references to be sent to: Edgar N. Drake, Head, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Angelo State University San Angelo, TX 76909. Phone: 915/942-2181, FAX: 915/942-2184. Deadline is open but may be closed at any time after August 1, 1999.

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Baylor University. Outstanding candidates are sought for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall, 2000. A Ph.D. in Inorganic or Physical chemistry is required, with research interests which include the X-ray diffraction study of small molecules. Postdoctoral experience is highly desirable. The Department offers high quality, ACS accredited B.S. degree programs and graduate programs leading to the M.S. and Ph.D. in Chemistry. The successful candidate will be required to have X-ray crystallographic skills to operate the Departmental structure determination laboratory, establish a vigorous, independent research program capable of attracting graduate students and extramural funding, and demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduate general chemistry and upper and graduate level courses related to structural studies by X-ray diffraction and inorganic/physical courses as appropriate. The desire and ability to interact and carry out crystal structure analysis with other research groups within the Department is a key component of this position. Submit a letter of application, resume, publication list, summary of research experience, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, a statement of research interests and plans with estimated start-up costs, area arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to: Dr. Carlos E. Manzanares, Search Committee Chair, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, P.O. Box 97348, Baylor University, Waco, TX 76798-7348. Applications will be reviewed beginning 10/15/99 and will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, your application should be completed by 10/31/99.

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A leading developer of anti-angiogenic drugs used in the treatment of cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, and other diseases is currently seeking a research associate with 2+ years experience in protein purification, fermentation techniques, SDS Page and Western Blot. Experience with UV spectrophotometer, Computer Gel scanners, Centrifuges, Incubators, Autoclaves, and Micropipettors, HPLC. BS in Biological Sciences required, biochemistry preferred. You will be an integral part of the discovery efforts of novel therapeutics. We offer an outstanding package including excellent benefits and stock options as well as the opportunity to work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment on the cutting edge of therapeutic discoveries. Geographic Location of Position: Mid- Atlantic States. Please contact: Frank Kraus, Diedre Moire Corporation, Inc., Voice: (609) 584-9000 ext. 234, Fax: (609) 584-9575, Email: 915612@candseek.com .

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NMR Facility Manager Position at Suny Stony Brook. SUNY Stony Brook has launched a new program in Structural Biology. A state-of-the-art NMR facility should be operational by October 1999 and will be anchored by two high field NMR spectrometers: a 600 MHz wide bore spectrometer for solid-state NMR and a 700 MHz narrow bore spectrometer for high resolution solution NMR. We are searching for an experienced, highly-qualified individual as a Principal Research Scientist to operate and maintain the facility. Expertise is needed in NMR hardware, pulse program development and applications. Experience in both solid-state and multidimensional solution NMR methods is preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please send a CV and names of at least three references to: Prof. Hermann Schindelin, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, 450 Life Sciences, SUNY Stony Brook, Stony Brook, NY 11794-5215. Inquires about the position can be made to Prof. Steven Smith, Director of Structural Biology at: Steven O. Smith, Professor and Director of Structural Biology, Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, SUNY Stony Brook, 312 Life Sciences Bldg. Nicholls Rd., Stony Brook, NY 11794-5215, phone: 516-632-1210, lab: 516-632-1211, 12, fax: 516-632-8575, email: steven.o.smith@sunysb.edu .

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The University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. An organic chemist, with quite a broad definition of what is meant by organic chemistry. We are considering all areas of organic chemistry, including macromolecular science, with the only restriction being that suitable candidates must be capable of teaching advanced courses in organic chemistry. This is the second hiring in two years in organic chemistry, and one of several hirings in all areas of chemistry we will make in the coming few years. We have a strong commitment to research excellence at Waterloo and will do whatever. we can to ensure that starting faculty are given the support they need to build a successful research program. Our current departmental infrastructure already includes high field NMR (500 MHz and 600 MHz) with solid-state multinuclei capabilities, high resolution mass spectrometry, electrospray mass spectrometry, powder and crystal x-ray diffractometers, high resolution FTIR, polymer characterization equipment, fluorescence lifetime equipment, and a new high resolution laser spectroscopy laboratory with a wide range of pulsed and cw lasers. These support the active research programs in our department, which cover a broad range, including: solid state chemistry, polymer science, solid state NMR, laser chemistry, atmospheric science, surface science, and electrochemistry. In addition to the startup funds that are provided by the University of Waterloo, new faculty stand an excellent chance of getting reasonable support, including generous capital equipment funding, from NSERC, the federal science funding agency, and a new federally funded research foundation, the Canadian Foundation for Innovation. Canadian immigration laws require us to restrict our initial search to Canadian citizens and permanent residents in the first instance, bu all qualified candidates should be encouraged to apply, as we may have to broaden our search this fall. We hope to make this new appointment as soon as possible, but we have some flexibility with regard to the starting date for the appointment. If you or any potential applicants have any questions about this appointment, please contact: Professor J.W. Hepburn, Professor and Chair, University of Waterloo, Department of Chemistry, 200 University Avenue West, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, N2L 3G1, Phone: 519-888-4567, Fax: 519-746-0435.

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A representative of a leader in mechanical design for the medical, industrial and consumer plastic parts with a client that recently won the Design Distinction Award in the I.D Magazine Annual Design Review and the Medical Design Excellent award. Is seeking a mechanical engineer with 3+ years experience and a proven track record with injection molded plastic part design. DEGREE IS NOT NECESSARY !!!!!!!!! In addition, candidate must be an innovative problem solver who can work within a team environment on a wide variety of projects that include medical, industrial and consumer products. The ideal candidate will be able to generate 3D part geometrics and production level documentation using Pro Engineer. Candidate should posses a thorough knowledge of materials/production methods, standard engineering practices and be able to interact well with clients and vendors. Geographic Location of Position: New Jersey. Please contact: Thomas P. Erickson, Diedre Moire Corporation, Inc., Voice: 609-584-9000 ext 259, Fax: 609-584-9575, Email: 915605@candseek.com .

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POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AND/OR JOBS

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T. Brent Gunnoe of North Carolina State University is seeking candidates for a postdoctoral position in his lab at North Carolina State University. Ideally, the position would begin in January of 2000; however, the start date has some flexibility. An initial appointment of one year is expected with possible one year extensions pending funding and mutual agreement. The research program will be built around synthetic organometallic chemistry, and research opportunities will include asymmetric Lewis acid catalysis for the synthesis of nitrogen-containing heterocycles, development of elimination reaction methodologies for the activation of amines and hydrocarbons, synthesis of asymmetric p-basic complexes, environmentally benign catalysis in ionic liquids, synthesis and reactivity of h3-propargyl complexes, and novel reactions with asymmetric Fischer carbene complexes. The actual focus of the research associate's effort will depend upon previous experience and interests. The ideal candidate will possess energy and enthusiasm as well as experience with anaerobic organometallic synthesis and physical characterization. A desire to provide leadership to graduate and undergraduate students is a definite plus. This is a dynamic time in the chemistry department at North Carolina State University, and the position will offer valuable experience during the early phases of setting up a research program. I am eager to discuss the opportunities of this position. Interested individuals should contact me via email or phone (listed below) or send a c.v. and three letters of recommendation to: T. Brent Gunnoe, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC - 27695-8204, Phone: (919)-513-3704, FAX: (919)-515-8909, Email: brent_gunnoe@ncsu.edu .

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Marye Anne Fox and James K. Whitesell of North Carolina State University Raleigh are searching for one or two postdoctoral fellows for anytime after August 15 to work on the synthesis of new materials with unusual optoelectronic properties and with which we can test fundamental questions involving electron transfer in non-homogeneous arrays. This will be a great opportunity for an individual with a strong synthetic background who wishes to learn about the application of the principles of photochemistry or physical organic chemistry within material science. Evidence of independence and strong communication skills will be important criteris for success in this position. We would appreciate if you would bring this position to the attention of any suitable candidates. Marye Anne Fox and James K. Whitesell mafox@ncus.edu , or jkw@ncsu.edu Department of Chemistry Box 8204 North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC 27695.

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Professor Steven Kass, of the Department of Chemistry, University of Minnesota , has an immediate opening for an outstanding Postdoctoral Associate in my research group to synthesize substituted cyclopropenes and carry out mechanistic and spectroscopic Investigations (UV, IR, NMR) of cyclopropenyl anion derivatives; additional carbanions will be examined spectroscopically. An ability to work with highly moisture and oxygen-sensitive compounds is needed. Interested candidates should contact me by email: kass@chem.umn.edu or telephone: 612-625-7513 and arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be sent to: Professor Steven Kass, Department of Chemistry, University of Minnesota, 207 Pleasant St. SE., Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA.

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Professor Robert T. Kennedy of the University of Florida. Is seeking postdoctoral candidates who may be interested in working in his laboratory to develop high sensitivity detection and monitoring of neurotransmitters, intracellular second messengers, and signal transduction proteins. A variety of techniques including capillary liquid chromatography and capillary electrophoresis with either laser-induced fluorescence or microfabricated electrochemical detection systems, immunoassay, and electrospray ion-trap mass spectrometry may be explored and developed for these applications depending upon the interests of the postdoc. Two positions, one funded by NIH and the other by NSF, are immediately available. Postdoctoral associates working in these positions will have the opportunity to work with and help lead a team of other postdoctoral and graduate students working at the interface of biology and analytical chemistry. In addition to the work in our laboratory, candidates will be able to explore applying the novel techniques to problems of biomedical significance in collaboration with faculty at the UF Brain Institute as well as at other institutions. Thus, the positions should offer excellent opportunities for enhancing science and leadership skills. Students interested in gaining more information about the possible projects and the openings should contact me by email at rtkenn@chem.ufl.edu or by phone at 352-392-9839. Applicants should send a letter of interest, a c.v., and arrange for at least two letters of reference to be sent to: Professor Robert T. Kennedy, University of Florida, Department of Chemistry, PO Box 117200, Gainesville, FL 32611-7200, Phone 352-392-9839, Fax 352-392-4582, email: rtkenn@chem.ufl.edu .

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Sandia National Laboratories, Livermore, California. Qualified individuals are sought for two research positions involving the development of optical chemical sensing instrumentation and methodologies. The work is conducted in a project-oriented environment under industrial and governmental sponsorship. Current projects include the following areas: (1) development of laser-based remote-sensing instrumentation for the detection of natural gas and hydrocarbons, (2) development of ultrasensitive spectroscopic techniques (cavity-ringdown and photoacoustic) for the detection of trace molecular species, (3) development and implementation of nonlinear optical laser sources for use in these activities, and (4)characterization of UV spectral signatures as target species for a UV-fluorescence lidar project. The ideal candidate would have experience in both laser design and construction and in diagnostic applications of lasers (i.e., chemical sensing and spectroscopy); however, this is not a mandatory requirement. Desirable laser background would include experience in the design and implementation of tunable laser and nonlinear optical lightsources. Desirable diagnostic background would involve experience in the design and implementation of experiments or diagnostics involving spectroscopic chemical sensing or characterization. The applicant should be interested in working on applied projects with specific goals. The applicant should have a PhD in either chemistry, physics, or electrical engineering. To respond, please submit a resume to: Thomas J. Kulp, Diagnostics and Remote Sensing Dept., Sandia National Laboratories, PO Box: 969 MS 9051, Livermore, CA 94551-0969.

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Sandia National Laboratories, Livermore, California. A postdoctoral position is available in the Flame Chemistry and Diagnostics Laboratory of Sandia National Laboratories' Combustion Research Facility. The successful candidate will investigate the detailed chemical kinetics of simple combustion systems and participate in the development of novel combustion diagnostics including a new molecular beam sampling, photoionization mass spectrometer. This position requires a Ph.D. in physical chemistry or a related field. Experience with chemical kinetics, laser spectroscopy and mass spectrometry is desired. Candidates will be expected to perform both independent and collaborative research. Prospective candidates should email their resume to: Dr. Andrew McIlroy at amcilr@sandia.gov .

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