Lehman College of the City University of New York (lehman.edu) seeks your help in identifying candidates for an Assistant Professor – tenure track, to begin Fall 2023.  This position is part of an expansion in the sciences and especially chemistry at Lehman College. 

This position is tenure-track in Environmental / Analytical Chemistry.  This position includes both a teaching and a research mission, and faculty in this position will be able to mentor doctoral students through the Graduate Center of the City University of New York.   

Details on the position can be found here: 

https://cuny.jobs/bronx-ny/assistant-professor-chemistry/764245E6724343308A7E7EC7F79E0060/job/

Review of applications begins January 2, 2023 and will continue until filled. 

The Department of Chemistry at Lehman College prides itself on as a part of Lehman mission and its ability to maintain a balance between its fundamental research mission and its commitment to innovative undergraduate and graduate education.  All faculty maintain vigorous, externally-funded research programs as well as serving as teachers and mentors.    

I hope you will help us identify strong candidates as we seek to expand our efforts.  Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions. 

Thanks, 

Andrei 

Professor Andrei Jitianu – PhD
Professor of Chemistry and Chair
Chair of the Inorganic Subdiscipline at CUNY Graduate School  
Lehman College,
City University of New York,
Department of Chemistry, 103 Davis Hall,
250 Bedford Park Boulevard West,
Bronx, New York 10468,
USA
Tel: 718-960-6770
Fax: 718-960-8750
e-mail: andrei.jitianu@lehman.cuny.edu
http://www.lehman.edu/academics/chemistry/prof-jitianu.php

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Perfect opportunity for a Retiree! Oregon State University is looking for a part-time (6 hours a week) person who would be considered as Electrical/Electronic Development Engineer which provides support in maintenance, repair, materials, and calibration of scientific instruments in the instructional and research laboratories for Oregon State University, Chemistry Department and other departments within the University. One year of experience designing, fabricating, testing, modifying, and maintaining new, experimental electronic equipment, instruments, and systems in an instrument laboratory; OR a bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent field. Pay $24.83 – $38.00 per hour Depending on experience.

To review posting and apply, go to https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/125406  Closing Date: December 31, 2022

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Perfect opportunity for a Retiree! Oregon State University is looking for a part-time (6 hours a week) person who would be considered as Electrical/Electronic Development Engineer which provides support in maintenance, repair, materials, and calibration of scientific instruments in the instructional and research laboratories for Oregon State University, Chemistry Department and other departments within the University. One year of experience designing, fabricating, testing, modifying, and maintaining new, experimental electronic equipment, instruments, and systems in an instrument laboratory; OR a bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent field. Pay $24.83 – $38.00 per hour Depending on experience.

To review posting and apply, go to https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/125406  Closing Date: December 31, 2022

My colleagues Tanya Myers and Alla Zelenyuk here at PNNL wanted to reach out to you all to see whether you might be aware of any recent or soon-to-be PhD grads who would be eligible for this posting to work with us here at PNNL doing some pretty cool science on an upcoming IARPA project.  

https://careers.pnnl.gov/jobs/5561?lang=en-us

The posting closes on Nov 9:  We are looking for someone with background in mass spec and/or IR spectroscopy to study aerosols using state-of-the-art instrumentation in both mass spec and IR spectroscopy, as well as working with many top-notch scientists in the field.  The position will likely result in several publications.  However, the position requires US Citizenship, which is a firm requirement.    

Please share this job ad with folks you know who might be eligible, or if you’re aware of any useful job ad where we should post this, that’d be helpful as well.   

Thanks so much!

A local Corvallis company is looking for an experienced undergrad or recent grad with a strong chemistry background for part-time work in the Corvallis lab purifying the sunscreen gadusol and derivatives. The job description is on the website of the company (Arcaea) that bought Gadusol Labs,

For questions please contact: 

Alan Tagore Bakalinsky

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position            Specialist, Quality Control

Company          Vernal Biosciences

Location           Essex, Vermont

Website            www.vernal.bio

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Vernal Biosciences is an mRNA manufacturing and lipid nanoparticle formulation company that is transitioning its research-use-only business and technology to become a cGMP-compliant contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO).  Vernal’s products are known within the industry to be high purity and useful to all known use cases for mRNA, including vaccines, gene editing and regulation, immuno-oncology, gene replacement therapy, and more.  Vernal’s planned growth, supported by Ampersand Capital and Dynamk Capital, includes a new 23,000 SF facility in Essex Vermont, to manufacture bulk clinical drug products.  Vernal’s investors have an outstanding track record of building successful CDMOs, as the principal investors in and operators of Brammer Bio (now part of ThermoFisher Patheon), CMC Biologics (now AGC Biologics), Arranta Bio, and Vibalogics (both now part of Recipharm).

Job Summary

The Specialist, Quality Control will be responsible for supporting Quality Control functions including but not limited to incoming materials, in-process bulk drug substances, and final drug product release testing, environmental monitoring of cleanroom facilities. He or she partners with manufacturing sciences and technology (MSAT), quality assurance, and operations to support applicable aspects of CDMO work. This individual will also have growth opportunities to learn different facets of the business including manufacturing and different aspects of CQV deliverables.  This individual will also work with establishing the electronic laboratory information management system (LIMS).

Key Areas of Focus

• Uses Vernal’s quality systems and programs to promote high-quality standards and continuous quality improvement.
• Train and execute various QC tests, including but not limited to incoming materials, in-process bulk drug substances, and final drug product release testing, environmental monitoring of cleanroom facilities
• Support establishing and use of LIMS.  
• Utilize the electronic quality management system (eQMS, Master Control) for writing, reviewing, and training on GMP documents and to document on-the-job training.
• Ensures compliance with FDA Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), EU, and ICH guidelines and regulations with respect to job functions at Vernal.
• Provides back-room support for health authority inspections and customer audits
• Ensures documentation is compliant with Vernal SOPs, formats, and regulatory requirements (protocols, amendments, etc.)
• Utilize Vernal’s eQMS and LIMS to ensure QC testing is properly executed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support quality policy, mission, and vision.
• Execute various QC tests, including but not limited to incoming materials, in-process bulk drug substances, and final drug product release testing, environmental monitoring of cleanroom facilities
• Support the development and documentation of QC tests under GMP guidelines and Good Documentation Practices.
• Represent the Quality Control organization in internal discussions.

 

Professional Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline or equivalent experience required. 
• 0-5 years in a role familiar with the quality control organization.  
• GLP/GMP experience in a biotech, pharmaceutical or clinical research organization is beneficial
• Demonstrated ability to participate in cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and escalate needs to meet critical timelines.
• Experience or familiarity in quality control laboratory testing or environmental monitoring is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of GCP, GLP, ICH guidelines, FDA guidelines, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and learn.

Our team is comprised of creative, highly-skilled innovators who are engaged in research and technology development. This position is for a senior team member who will be involved with chemically upcycling wastes or undervalued feedstocks to produce new sustainable materials for the asphalt industry.
The focus of the Lead Scientist will include:
• Generating new ideas and collaborating with the research team to expand research capabilities
• Investigating new approaches for chemically upcycling wastes or undervalued feedstocks
• Propose creative low-cost chemistries, experimental design and implementation
• Chemical characterization of products through multiple methods, reaction mechanism investigations, and materials balance determination to help guide techno economic analysis and environmental impacts
• Review literature, write reports, assisting in writing proposals, and authoring peer-reviewed publications (when appropriate)
• Organizing and directing project activities and coordinating the efforts of a project team
• Supervising, interpreting and reviewing the applicability and accuracy of data and providing feedback to clients and project staff
• Planning, designing, coordinating, and controlling the progress of project work and communicating the progress to clients and senior management
The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Chemistry, or closely related field, with a strong background in synthetic organic chemistry or polymer chemistry. Experience in petroleum, coal, biomass, green chemistry, thermochemical/chemical conversion (liquefaction or extraction), asphalt or with producing asphalt products (or asphalt formation) is desirable.
Individuals will thrive in this position if they have a passion for innovation and problem solving, a desire to engage in a team-oriented culture, are detail-oriented, and possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Team members who excel in this position will have opportunities for future growth.
Starting Salary Range: $80,000 to $85,000 per year
We offer a comprehensive benefit package, including generous paid time off, flexible schedules, and tuition waivers for one free class at the University of Wyoming each semester. Our package includes a retirement plan (with an 8% employer contribution after one year and options to contribute to a supplemental plan), insurance (medical, dental, vision, and life) and an employee assistance program.
Submit resume and cover letter to Michelle Holmes, Human Resources Manager, by email at mholmes1@uwyo.edu. The position is open until filled.
WRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.