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2018 Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium Registration Deadline

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I am writing with a friendly reminder that registration for the 2018 Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium closes tomorrow, Tuesday, August 21st at 11:59pm! We appreciate your help forwarding this email to students you think may be interested.

 

This symposium, hosted by the OSU Office of Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and the Arts, provides undergraduates with an excellent opportunity to showcase their research or creative activity. OSU undergraduates in all years of study, all academic disciplines, and all stages of research or creative work are eligible to present. Students will be able to choose whether they would like to present a poster and/or a 3-minute lightning talk. We also invite students with artistic/creative projects and distance students to reach out so we can do our best to accommodate other presentation types.

 

The event will be held on the morning and afternoon of Thursday, September 13th (exact time and location to follow). Details and the registration link are available at: https://apli.oregonstate.edu/research/presentation-opportunities/summer-undergraduate-research-symposium

 

Please mark your calendars to join us for this exciting opportunity to celebrate our undergraduates and their hard work!

 

Thank you

Renewable Energy Scholarship Foundation

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The Renewable Energy Scholarship Foundation is now soliciting applications for the scholarships to be given in 2019. (Of course, applications are always accepted, but they are actively solicited throughout the fall and winter, with a deadline of Feb 15.) We will be giving at least two scholarships this year, possibly more depending on fundraising. One will be designated for an undergraduate. If you know any top students studying renewable energy, in any sense, in Oregon or Washington, please encourage them to apply. All information is on our website, www.resf-pnw.org.

 

Thank you!

 

Dave Reingold, President

TT Faculty Position – Reed College

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To: Portland ACS Members and Interested Parties

From: Martha Dibblee, email administrator

 

Tenure Track Position in Chemistry at Reed College

Reed College invites applications for a tenure-track position in chemistry to begin in August 2019. We welcome candidates in any area of chemistry whose research interests focus on quantitative measurement. The successful applicant will be expected to teach in the general chemistry sequence and in upper level courses such as analytical and/or physical chemistry. A Ph.D. is required; postdoctoral experience preferred but not required. The successful candidate also will advise senior thesis students in yearlong research projects. The chemistry department occupies a dedicated building with individual faculty research labs, and has excellent resources for innovative teaching and research, including a research nuclear reactor, a 400 MHz NMR, an X-ray powder diffractometer, GC-MS, LC-MS, ICP-MS, a new Gamry Instruments potentiostat, and a molecular modeling laboratory.

 

The Reed community values cultural and intellectual pluralism as essential to the excellence of our academic program. In the letter of application, we encourage you to address how your teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and/or community service might support the commitment to diversity and inclusion articulated in the College’s diversity statement (www.reed.edu/diversity). Application materials (a cover letter, curriculum vitae, an outline of research interests, and a statement of teaching interests and philosophy) and contact information for three references should be submitted throughInterfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/50933. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but they should be received by October 12, 2018 to guarantee full consideration. For further information about this position please contact Arthur Glasfeld(glasfeld@reed.edu). An Equal Opportunity Employer, Reed values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Survey to Understanding the Gender Gap in Entrepreneurship

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Details:

I am interested in hearing from students and professionals in a STEM field (whether they have started their own business or not), current new-business owners, or people who would you like to be, and anyone who has experience in starting their own business.   I’m trying to reach as many people as possible, male or female, young or no longer young, etc.

It should only take 10 minutes to complete.  There is no cost for participating, and upon completing the survey respondents are eligible for a $100 Amazon gift card.

All personal information will be stripped from the final dataset.  Participants will not be contacted by NewOak Consulting unless they specifically agree (opt in) to participate in future surveys or focus groups. Participation in this survey is voluntary, and respondents have the right to withdraw from participation at any time without penalty.

Please contact the investigator through NewOak Consulting  with any questions regarding this survey.

To access the survey, click on the link below:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/STEMgap

Renovation Updates

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Rusty has received many requests for updates on the renovations happening in Gilbert Hall.  So, we’re going to start uploading pictures to keep you all in the loop.

 

Gilbert 026 – Lab Prep Room

 

 

 

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POSITION AVAILABLE AT PLU

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We write today to invite applications for the Chemistry Laboratory Manager position at Pacific Lutheran University (PLU). Pacific Lutheran University purposefully integrates the liberal arts, professional studies and civic engagement through distinctive international programs and close student-faculty research opportunities for its 3,100 students. Founded in 1890 by Norwegian pioneers, PLU continues the distinctive tradition of Lutheran higher education through its commitment to the advancement of knowledge, thoughtful inquiry and questioning, and the preparation of citizens in service to the world. PLU is an equal opportunity employer.

The Chemistry Laboratory Manager manages laboratory program delivery, coordinates the acquisition of chemicals and supplies, manages student employment positions, maintains accurate records regarding budget, purchasing, and hazardous waste management, and coordinates the department’s safety and maintenance activities. This position reports to the Chair of Chemistry.

 

APPLY NOW
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate’s degree.
  • 2 years of job-related work experience.
  • Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols along with WA state and federal regulations.
  • Finalist applicants must satisfactorily complete pre-employment background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Advanced degree in chemistry or a related discipline.
  • Previous experience managing a laboratory.
Benefits
PLU OFFERS AN EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDING:

  • Retirement: The university’s 403b retirement plan is one of the best offered by small private universities
  • Medical, vision and dental insurance
  • Generous vacation and holiday leave
  • Tuition discounts for employees and dependents
  • Transportation and commute incentives
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Professional development opportunities
  • A vital campus filled with activities and events year-round

Registration for the 2018 Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium – OPEN!

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Colleagues,

Registration for the 2018 Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium is now open!

This symposium, hosted by the OSU Office of Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and the Arts, provides undergraduates with an excellent opportunity to showcase their research or creative activity. OSU undergraduates in all years of study, all academic disciplines, and all stages of research or creative work are eligible to present. Students will be able to choose whether they would like to present a poster and/or a 3-minute lightning talk. We also invite students with artistic/creative projects and distance students to reach out so we can do our best to accommodate other presentation types.

We appreciate your help forwarding this email to students you think may be interested. The deadline for registering is August 21stat 11:59pm and the event will be held on the morning and afternoon of Thursday, September 13th (exact time and location to follow).

Details and the registration link are available at: https://apli.oregonstate.edu/research/presentation-opportunities/summer-undergraduate-research-symposium

Please mark your calendars to join us for this exciting opportunity to celebrate our undergraduates and their hard work!

Thanks,
Sophie

 

—

Sophie Pierszalowski

Undergraduate Research Coordinator

Office of Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, & the Arts (URSA)

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ONAMI Internships Available

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Greetings, ONAMI Member Researchers.
We would like to inform you of four internships that may be of interest to your students.  All are part of the ONAMI Graduate Internships in Startups program.  The internships are with Energy Storage Systems (ESS Tech, Inc.), Valliscor, LLC., Abom, Inc., and Cascade ProDrug. 
The ONAMI Graduate Internships are open to graduate students who are currently working with ONAMI Member Researchers, or who have completed their MS or PhD within the last year.  The position descriptions for allof theinternships are attached. Please share these opportunities with your students who may be interested and qualified.
Interested students should send their resume and cover letter to:
·        ESS Tech, Inc., to Julia Song, CTO,Julia.Song@EnergyStorageSystems.com
·        Abom, Inc. to Don Megrath,don@abom.com
·        Valliscor, LLC to Rich Carter, co-founder and CEO,rich.carter@valliscor.com
·        Cascade ProDrug to Augie Sick,  ajsick@comcast.net

Pleasecopy Cindy Dahl (cdahl@onami.us)on submissions.
About ONAMI Graduate Internships in Startups:
ONAMI Graduate Internships in Startups (GIST) Program:  ONAMI will fund internships for qualified grad students or recent graduates at ONAMI portfolio companies for 6-9 months.  This is a great opportunity for a student to determine if the startup environment is an attractive career option. Experience to date has proven the internships beneficial to both company and student.

When a match is found (this is determined by the student and company), ONAMI will enter into an agreement with the company, and the student will become a company employee or contractor.  ONAMI will fund the internship at the rate of $25/hour, paid to the company.  The company will provide the intern with salary (at least $25/hour), supervision, training, materials and mentorship.   (Any additional compensation or benefits are the option of the company.)  ONAMI will fund the company up front for half of the internship.  Brief (non-confidential) monthly reports from the student, as well as a mid-term review by both company and student will determine if the internship will proceed. At that point, ONAMI will fund the remainder of the internship.

We look forward to hearing from students interested in the internships.
Cindy