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Chemistry Notices

For the Week of March 21 to March 25, 2016

Submissions: Please send to [email protected] by Wednesday for the following week’s edition

VISITING SPEAKERS AND SEMINARS

University of Alberta Department of Chemistry

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Organic Division Invited Speaker

Professor Jean-Philip Lumb

Department of Chemistry McGill University, Montreal, Quebec

will speak on

“Driving Synthesis by Oxidation”

ABSTRACT:

When controlled, aerobic oxidations can rapidly increase molecular complexity, often at the expense of creating water as the sole byproduct. This lecture will detail our group’s efforts to develop selective, aerobic transformations, and will describe our activities in aerobic copper catalysis and the total synthesis of polyphenol natural products. A unifying theme throughout will be our strategic use of molecular oxygen, whose favorable reduction to water provides a clean source of chemical energy that we use to drive synthesis.

DATE: Monday, 21 March 2016 TIME: 11:00 a.m. PLACE: CCIS 1 160

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DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY, UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA

Chemical Biology Division Visiting Speaker

Professor Huiwang Ai

Department of Chemistry

University of California-Riverside, Riverside, CA

will speak on

“Molecular Probes for Redox Signaling and

Oxidative Stress”

DATE: Wednesday, 23 March 2016 TIME: 11:00 a.m. PLACE: E3-25 – Chemistry Centre

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Job Description

Scientist I, Chemistry-16000001C9

AbbVie (NYSE:ABBV) is a global, research-based biopharmaceutical company formed in 2013 following

separation from Abbott Laboratories. The company's mission is to use its expertise, dedicated people

and unique approach to innovation to develop and market advanced therapies that address some of the

world's most complex and serious diseases. AbbVie employs approximately 28,000 people worldwide

and markets medicines in more than 170 countries.

Description

Process Research and Development is responsible for inventing and executing the chemical processes

and preparing active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) to enable clinical trials, toxicology studies and drug

product development for Abbvie’s pre-clinical and clinical candidates. We create valuable intellectual

property through composition of matter, chemical processes, and technology resulting in a cost

effective commercial manufacturing process. We develop the supply chain for APIs, prepare and defend

CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control) regulatory content.

AbbVie is seeking a research chemist with strong laboratory skills to work in its Pressure and Catalysis

Group under the mentorship of a supervisor. The successful candidate will work on the discovery,

development, and execution of catalytic methods, particularly those requiring gas reactants or

operation above ambient pressure (e.g., hydrogenations), for the preparation of compounds to treat a

variety of diseases. The successful candidate will be an active participant in integrated Process Research

& Development project teams consisting of synthetic, structural, and analytical chemists and engineers

whose goal is to identify and develop novel practical routes to newly discovered therapeutic targets. The

ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and productive in the laboratory and have good written and verbal

communication skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Qualifications

Level and compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Basic:

x A BS degree in chemistry or chemical engineering with 3 or more years of relevant job

experience or an MS degree chemistry or chemical engineering with 0 or more years of relevant

job experience.

x A commitment to safety.

x A passion for learning.

x Functional experience in modern synthetic organic chemistry, compound purification, and

organic chemistry mechanisms.

x Basic analytical chemistry skills (understanding, routine use, interpretation, and troubleshooting

of HPLC, LCMS, GC, and GCMS and the ability to perform basic NMR interpretation)

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, continued

Apply online at : https://abbvie.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=16000001C9&lang=en

x A basic understanding of kinetics, thermodynamics. x Ability to search the chemical literature (e.g., using SciFinder). x Strong basic science and reasoning skills. The ability to plan, execute, critically interpret, and

track the results from a logical progression of experiments in order to efficiently obtain definitive results.

x Proven written and verbal communication skills; the ability to effectively communicate in a team setting.

x Mechanical aptitude. Experienced in the use of basic tools. Able to troubleshoot, maintain, and operate mechanical systems such as Parr pressure reactors.

x Willingness to work occasional nights and weekends when necessary. Key Leadership Competencies:

x Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of teams to enable higher performance.

x Learns fast, grasps the "essence" and can change course quickly where indicated. x Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo. x Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement. x Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality.

Other helpful skills: Experience or proficiency in LabView or other computer language programming; data manipulation in Excel, DynoChem, KaleidaGraph, or related software; Design of Experiments (DoE); handling air-sensitive materials in a glovebox or using Schlenk techniques; and operating under cGMP. Significant Work Activities and Conditions Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Job Classification: Experienced Job: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Primary Location: USA-Illinois-Lake County Organization: GPRD-Pharma R&D Schedule: Full-time Shift: Morning Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, continued AbbVie (NYSE:ABBV) is a global, research-based biopharmaceutical company formed in 2013 following separation from Abbott Laboratories. The company's mission is to use its expertise, dedicated people and unique approach to innovation to develop and market advanced therapies that address some of the world's most complex and serious diseases. AbbVie employs approximately 28,000 people worldwide and markets medicines in more than 170 countries. Description AbbVie is looking for a Scientist II, Chemistry with strong synthetic skills. This individual will work under the mentorship of a supervisor discovering, developing and executing routes to compounds to treat a variety of diseases. The candidate will be a member of an integrated Process Research & Development project team consisting of synthetic, structural, and analytical chemists and engineers whose goal is to identify and develop novel practical routes to newly discovered therapeutic targets. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and productive, with excellent communication skills and strong functional expertise in synthetic organic chemistry and compound synthesis and characterization. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled Qualifications Level and compensation will be commensurate with experience. Basic: • MS degree in chemistry with 2-‐5 years of laboratory experience or BS degree in chemistry with 5-‐7 years

laboratory experience. • Broad range of functional expertise in modern synthetic organic chemistry, compound purification,

spectral analysis and interpretation. • Ability to search the chemical literature to ascertain viable approaches to synthetic problems. • Willingness to work occasional nights and weekends when necessary. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience doing synthetic method development, new reaction discovery, study of reaction mechanism or

total synthesis • Record of scientific accomplishment with author credit in peer-‐reviewed publications • Ability to independently lead own chemistry research and effectively function in a goal-‐oriented team

environment.

Key Leadership Competencies: • Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable

higher performance. • Learns fast, grasps the "essence" and can change course quickly where indicated. • Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo. • Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement. • Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality.

Significant Work Activities and Conditions Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Job Classification: Experienced Job: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Primary Location: USA-Illinois-Lake County Organization: GPRD-Pharma R&D Schedule: Full-time Shift: Morning Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Apply online at: https://abbvie.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=160000019Q&lang=en#.VulQA9x65QQ.mailto


Saskatchewan Structural Sciences Centre Rm. G81.1 Thorvaldson Building, 110 Science Place, Saskatoon, SK S7N 5C9

Telephone: (306) 966-4373 Email: [email protected]

RESEARCH OFFICER

(Spectroscopy and Microscopy) The Saskatchewan Structural Sciences Centre (SSSC) seeks applications from qualified scientists to fill a staff position in spectroscopy and microscopy. The SSSC an integrated multidisciplinary analytical facility located at the University of Saskatchewan. The SSSC trains undergraduate students, graduate students and other researchers in the operation of the analytical instruments and provides users with access to more than twenty major state of the art instruments. The Centre serves the University, public sector and private industry researchers in basic sciences and engineering, as well as fostering multidisciplinary collaborations in diverse fields, ranging from agriculture, to health sciences and Engineering. Nature of work:

This is a position that supports research in a multidisciplinary environment, requiring the ability to work as a member of a team and to deal with multiple demands from diverse users for expertise and delivery of service. The Research Officer will have primary responsibility for instructing researchers in theory, experimental methods for and technical aspects of microscopy and spectroscopy (1p-2p Confocal Microscopy, Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Micrioscopy, Raman Microscopy, Electron Spin Resonance, Single Event Effect, Fluorescence Upconversion) and their associated technologies through hands on training, as well as development and delivery of short courses and tutorials. The Research Officer will provide instruction on technical aspects of spectromicroscopy and microscopy and instrument operation and will also be responsible for supervising users, implementing safety rules and helping non-experts process data. Under the direction of the Manager, the Research Officer will develop methods and design and fabricate prototype instruments to support microscopy and spectroscopy researchers using the SSSC. The Research Officer will be expected to conduct experiments to validate and develop new methods, to provide technical consultation and information for writing grants and conduct contract research (fee-for-service). Qualifications: The minimum requirements are a PhD in Physical Science or Engineering with expertise in analysis of hard or soft materials using advanced spectroscopic and microscopic techniques. Candidates with a M.Sc. or equivalent education and extensive experience will also be considered. Full Job profile can be found at http://jobs.usask.ca/job_postings/jobs/16148m.php#.Vub5B9CGEgs Salary: ASPA PHASE II ($59,517-$92,996) Review of applications will begin on April 12, 2016 and will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Only applications submitted via the University of Saskatchewan employment site will be accepted: http://jobs.usask.ca/job_postings/jobs/16148m.php#.Vub5B9CGEgs The University of Saskatchewan is committed to Employment Equity. Members of Designated Groups (women, aboriginal people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) are encouraged to self-identify on their applications.


Company:)) Trojan)Technologies)Job)Title:! Analytical!Chemist,!LCMS!!Department:! Research,!Advanced!Technology!Team!Job)Length:) 12<24!months,!Approx.)start)date:) July!1,!2016!Job)Location:! London,!Ontario!Preferred)Disciplines:! Chemistry,!Physical!Chemistry!!Trojan!Technologies!is!recognized!around!the!world!as!the!leader!of!advanced!ultraviolet!(UV)!water!treatment!technology.!Our!photoreactors!are!engineered!for!such!applications!as!the!disinfection!of!water!by!the!inactivation!of!pathogenic!microbial!species!and!the!destruction!of!toxic!contaminants!in!water!through!UV!photolysis!and!advanced!UV!oxidation!processes.!!

Trojan!Technologies!is!pursuing!opportunities!in!disinfecting!media!for!cell!culture!in!biopharmaceutical!production,!and!in!the!downstream!purification!of!biopharmaceutical!products.!These!fluids!are!complex!mixtures!of!amino!acids,!sugars,!vitamins!and!minerals,!and!UV!irradiation!can!cause!complex!photochemical!reactions!that!may!affect!the!concentration!of!essential!compounds!such!as!vitamins.!!

Position'Description'Reporting!directly!to!a!senior!Research!Scientist,!the!successful!candidate!will!develop!and!utilize!LCMS!and!GCMS!methods!to!quantify!low!concentrations!of!vitamins,!byproducts,!and!trace!contaminants!in!complex!aqueous!solutions.!

Key'Responsibilities'1. Chemical!Analysis!

a. Predicting!and!evaluating!UV<induced!chemical!changes!in!cell!culture!media!and!other! fluids! utilizing:! LC<MS/MS! with! SPE,! GCMS,! HPLC,! Fluorimetry,! UV<Vis!Spectrophotometry.!

b. Collecting!samples,!labeling,!tracking!c. Sample!preparation!through!SPE!and!other!methods!d. Irradiating!samples!using!laboratory!UV!devices!e. Devising!methods!to!mitigate!formation!of!unwanted!byproducts,!evaluating!the!

methods.!2. Data!Analysis!and!report!writing!

a. Collection!and!Statistical!analysis!of!data!b. Drafting!text!for!internal!and!external!publications!c. Literature!search!and!review!of!methods,!MRM!transitions,!etc.!

3. Assisting! in! general! lab! operation! and! instrument! maintenance,! chemical! inventory!management!and!MSDS,!lab!waste!management!etc.!

4. Collaborating!with!other!scientists!and!managers!)


Background'and'required'skills'The!ideal!candidate!will!have!a!PhD!in!Physical!Chemistry,!or!Chemical!Engineering!with!strong!

skills!in!mass!spectrometry,!liquid!chromatography!and!gas!chromatography.!!

1. Experience!with! analytical! techniques! including! ,! but! not! limited! to! LCMS/MS,!GCMS,!

UV<Vis,!HPLC,!SPE,!SPME!

2. Strong!verbal!and!written!communication!is!required!

3. Demonstrated!lab!experience!is!an!asset!

4. Knowledge!of!mammalian!cell!culture!and!antibody!production!is!an!asset!

5. Knowledge!of!1D<NMR!is!an!asset!

!

If!you!join!Trojan!Technologies!you!will!be!working!side<by<side!with!the!top!talent!in!the!fluid!

treatment!industry!who!have!fostered!the!growth!and!development!of!UV!photoreactor!

technology.!You!will!have!the!opportunity!to!work!alongside!PhD.!Scientists!and!Professional!

Engineers!and!gain!invaluable!practical!and!industrial!experience!working!in!a!fast<paced,!

progressive!and!technology<oriented!company.!

!

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, continued The following is a 2 year funding program for PDFs. The LOI is due March 23, 2016 and final applications are due April 6, 2016.

ABOUTMITACS

ELEVATE

I’ve learned lab and project management skills that were never part of my formal academic training. I learned how to communicate better with industrial partners and to plan out larger-scale projects that I wouldn’t be able to accomplish alone in a purely academic setting. Thanks to these skills I learned in the Elevate program, I’m starting to coordinate large multidisciplinary projects involving clinicians, academics, and industrial partners – and that’s exactly where I wanted to be.”

“

Elevate is a one-of-a-kind program. Not only does it support scientific research, but personal and professional development is emphasized. Attending business and entrepreneurship workshops and seminars throughout my fellowship allowed me to see beyond the technical realm and grow my network, tenfold.”

“

Dr. Peter Bevan, Mitacs Elevate fellow

Dr. Aydin Nabovati, Mitacs Elevate fellow

Are you a postdoctoral fellow – or the faculty supervisor of one – seeking longer-term funding options?

Would you like to develop your research leadership skills with exclusive professional training valued at $15,000?

Do you want the opportunity to partner with a company to address a research challenge over two years?

Are you interested in learning how to manage large-scale research projects?

Mitacs Elevate offers postdoctoral fellows a two-year professional development plan and collaborative research project, building capacity for the next generation of R&D management leaders.

The program provides fellows with customized training that is only available from Elevate. Fellows explore topics such as project management, leadership, and presentation skills, while applying both their expertise and professional skill set to their partner organization. Fellows receive one to two days of training per month throughout their two-year research projects.

This engagement with organizations also provides Elevate fellows with the opportunity to work on a collaborative research challenge and gain valuable research leadership experience.

www.mitacs.ca

UNIVERSITY

[August 26, 2015]



The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at Mount Allison University invites applications for a full-time nine month appointment in the area of Bioanalytical Chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Analytical, Bioanalytical or Biochemistry. The successful candidate will be required to teach four courses in our undergraduate program: Analytical Chemistry I & II (plus labs) and two courses at the third and fourth year level; Current Advances in Biochemistry (Honours seminar) and a course of the candidates choosing in support of the biochemistry and/or chemistry programs. Contributions to research and service are expected over the nine months. Applicants can learn more about the Department at www.mta.ca/chemistry/. The anticipated start date for the position is August 1st, 2016, subject to budgetary approval. Applications must include a curriculum vitae, evidence of effective teaching (including a teaching dossier if available), a statement of teaching interests, and the names and contact information for 3 references. Applications must be submitted at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/7079 and are due by April 22nd, 2016.

For more information contact:

Dr. Stephen Duffy, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Mount Allison University, 63C York Street, Sackville, NB, E4L 1G8 Phone: (506) 364-2360 Email: [email protected]

Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status in their application.


Chief Technology Officer Position Open JYI is seeking highly qualified and motivated

students for the CTO position

The Journal of Young Investigators (JYI) is an independent, non-profit, peer-reviewed, online science

journal that is managed entirely by and for undergraduate students from across the world. JYI’s

innovative manuscript review process serves as a platform for undergraduates to be involved in every

step of the peer-review process, a valuable experience that cannot be found anywhere else. Our staff is

made up entirely of undergraduate students, with the assistance of faculty and professional mentors. All

of our staff receive comprehensive training from their department, which can include corporate

management, science writing, journalism, editing, finance management, and programming. Since its

founding in 1997, JYI has been the pioneering journal for reviewing undergraduate research, publishing

science news, and providing career information. JYI’s unique mission has been recognized in Science,

Nature, EurekAlert!, The Chronicle on Higher Education, and The New York Times.

Our current Chief Technology Officer Kunal Goel from Duke University is resigning from his position. In

lieu of his resignation, JYI is seeking motivated undergraduate students to fill this integral role within our

organization. The Chief Technology Officer acts as the webmaster and is responsible for maintaining

and updating JYI website. This responsibility includes the development, maintenance, and/ or security

of the website on Squarespace, WordPress, the Hostgator web servers, the Open Journal Systems

(OJS) and other database files. Candidates with a strong background and interest in technology and

computer science should apply. For more information on the CTO position as well as other open

positions, please visit http://www.jyi.org/participate/student/

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