Chemistry Notices - Department of Chemistry

Chemistry Notices
For the Week of November 23 to November 27, 2015
Submissions: Please send to [email protected] by Wednesday for the following week’s edition
VISITING SPEAKERS AND SEMINARS Greg Kaufman Ph.D Seminar will speak on “Characterization of Cellulose Nanocrystals and Their Application in Polyethylene Composites” Monday, November 23, 2015 11:00 a.m. in Chemistry Centre Room E3-­‐25 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Assistant Professor, Chemistry
Faculty of Arts and Science
Competition #15.10.128
The Department of Physical Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Science at MacEwan
University invites applications for a full-time probationary appointment in chemistry at the
rank of Assistant Professor, commencing July 1, 2016, subject to final budgetary approval.
The successful candidate will have a proven record of excellence in environmental
chemistry, materials chemistry, or industrial chemistry.
Preferred candidates will hold a Ph.D. in a chemistry-related field, and will demonstrate a
primary commitment to undergraduate teaching and an ongoing research program.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including recent
teaching evaluations), statement of research interests, sample of scholarly work, and
academic transcripts. Three letters of reference, quoting the competition number, should be
sent directly from referees to [email protected].
Questions about this opportunity may be addressed to Dr. Jonathan Withey, Chair,
Department of Physical Sciences, at [email protected].
This position is included under the Faculty Association collective agreement. Effective July
1, 2016, the annual salary range for a Ph.D. is $76,148 to $121,252. A review of
applications will begin January 4, 2016 and will continue until shortlisting is complete.
How to Apply:
Only applications received electronically will be considered. To apply, go to
http://www.macewan.ca/careers and select the job posting.
Thank you for your interest in employment with MacEwan University. We will be reviewing
all applications to select the candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely
meet our needs. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and
permanent residents will be given priority.
For general inquiries, please contact [email protected]
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, continued University of Alberta
Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Medicinal Chemistry
Competition No. - A105528061
Closing Date - Will remain open until filled.
The Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Alberta (http://pharm.ualberta.ca) invites
applications for a full time tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position in Medicinal Chemistry/Drug Discovery,
within the Division of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Applicants should demonstrate the potential to achieve international recognition in emerging fields related to
Medicinal Chemistry. Candidates must have a Ph.D. focused in the fields of Medicinal Chemistry/Synthetic Organic
Chemistry. Candidates must also provide evidence of postdoctoral training in Medicinal Chemistry acquired through
an academic or industry-related background. In this regard, candidates should have a strong record of research
accomplishments and experience (or potential) to effectively mentor research trainees. Preference will be given to
candidates with (a) record of independent research funding and (b) prior teaching experience.
The candidate will have excellent opportunities to develop collaborative interactions not only with members of the
Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences but also with a wide variety of research institutes and
departments within the Katz Group Centre for Pharmacy/Health Research and the University of Alberta.
The Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences offers one of the strongest Pharmacy degree programs in
Canada. The Faculty currently has 520 undergraduate and 60 graduate students. The University of Alberta has
approximately 39,000 students.
The University of Alberta is located in Edmonton, a vibrant, cosmopolitan city of 1.2 million and the provincial capital.
This friendly city offers a rich cultural life and diverse recreational opportunities. The campus is located adjacent to
one of the largest municipal park systems in North America and is approximately 3.5 hours by car from the Canadian
Rocky Mountains.
Applications will be evaluated until this position is filled. Interested individuals must submit an online application and
attach two (required) documents: (1) a letter of interest describing (a) their research, academic, and/or industry
background and (b) their teaching philosophy; (2) complete CV (PDF only). After a preliminary screening, some
candidates will be asked to provide at least three letters of recommendation. Please contact Dr. Carlos Velazquez
([email protected]) if you have any further questions.
Interested applicants may apply to:
http://www.careers.ualberta.ca/Competition/A105528061/
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We
welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities,
members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, continued JOB OPPORTUNITY
Scientific Associate - Grand Challenges Fellow
The Every Woman Every Child Innovation Marketplace, a joint initiative between Grand
Challenges Canada, USAID, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and other partners, is
currently recruiting for the position of Scientific Associate - Grand Challenges Fellow.
Every Woman Every Child is an unprecedented global movement that mobilizes and
intensifies international and national action by governments, the UN, multilaterals, the
private sector and civil society to address the major health challenges facing women,
children and adolescents. The movement puts into action the Global Strategy for
Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health, which presents a roadmap on ending all
preventable deaths of women, children and adolescents within a generation.
This position is located at the Grand Challenges Canada office in Toronto, Ontario.
Recruitment will be administered by the University Health Network.
Closing Date: December 1, 2015.
For further information and to apply online please visit:
https://www.recruitingsite.com/csbsites/uhncareers/JobDescription.asp?SiteID=10031&J
obNumber=767346
Thank you for your interest,
Grand Challenges Canada
About Grand Challenges Canada
Grand Challenges Canada is dedicated to supporting Bold Ideas with Big Impact® in
global health. We are funded by the Government of Canada and we support innovators in
low- and middle-income countries and Canada. The bold ideas we support integrate
science and technology, social and business innovation to find sustainable solutions to
health challenges we call this Integrated Innovation®. Grand Challenges Canada focuses
on innovator-defined challenges through its Stars in Global Health program and on
targeted challenges in its Saving Lives at Birth, Saving Brains and Global Mental Health
programs. Grand Challenges Canada works closely with Canada’s International
Development Research Centre (IDRC), the Canadian Institutes of Health Research
(CIHR) and the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada
(DFATD) to catalyze scale, sustainability and impact. We have a determined focus on
results, and on saving and improving lives.
To help us reach a broader audience, please forward this email to all colleagues, friends
and interested parties. If you are not already on our mailing list and would like to keep
up-to-date with all the latest developments, including news, publications and job
opportunities, subscribe to our mailing list.
For further information, please visit our website at grandchallenges.ca and look for us on
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, continued OCCASION D’EMPLOI
Adjoint scientifique – associé Grands Défis
Le marché de l’innovation Chaque femme, chaque enfant, une initiative conjointe de
Grands Défis Canada, l’USAID, la Fondation Bill & Melinda Gates et d’autres
partenaires, est actuellement à la recherche de candidats pour combler le poste d’adjoint
scientifique – associé Grands Défis.
Le poste est situé au bureau de Grands Défis Canada à Toronto, Ontario. La procédure de
recrutement sera administrée par le Réseau universitaire de santé.
Pour obtenir plus de détails et pour présenter votre candidature en ligne, veuillez
consulter le site :
https://www.recruitingsite.com/csbsites/uhncareers/JobDescription.asp?SiteID=10031&J
obNumber=767346
Date de clôture : Le 1 decembre 2015.
Nous vous remercions de votre intérêt,
Grands Défis Canada.
Au sujet de Grands Défis Canada
Grands Défis Canada s'est engagé à appuyer des idées audacieuses ayant un grand impact
en santé mondiale. Nous sommes financés par le gouvernement du Canada et nous
offrons du soutien à des innovateurs de pays à revenu faible ou intermédiaire et du
Canada. Les idées audacieuses que nous appuyons intègrent l’innovation scientifique,
technologique, sociale et commerciale en vue de trouver des solutions durables à des
défis en santé ce que nous appelons l'Innovation intégrée. Grands Défis Canada met
l’accent sur des défis définis par des innovateurs dans le cadre de son programme Les
Étoiles en santé mondiale, et sur des défis ciblés dans le cadre des programmes Sauver
des vies à la naissance, Sauver des cerveaux et La Santé mentale dans le monde. Grands
Défis Canada travaille en étroite collaboration avec le Centre de recherches pour le
développement International (CRDI), les Instituts de recherche en santé du Canada
(IRSC) et le ministère des Affaires étrangères, du Commerce et du Développement
(MAECD) du Canada pour catalyser le déploiement à l’échelle, la durabilité et l'impact.
Nous sommes résolument centrés sur les résultats et sur les moyens de sauver et
d’améliorer des vies.
Afin de nous aider à rejoindre un auditoire plus vaste, envoyez ce courriel à tous vos
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OTHER OPPORTUNITIES FACULTY of SCIENCE
Department of Chemistry
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB, Canada T2N 1N4
www.ucalgary.ca/chem
Email: [email protected]
Prospective Student Visitation Weekend
Department of Chemistry, University of Calgary
February 19-21, 2016
The Department of Chemistry at the University of Calgary is pleased to invite
students considering graduate school in Chemistry to a prospective student
visitation weekend on February 19-21, 2016.
Completed application forms along with a copy of your CV and unofficial
transcripts to be submitted to [email protected] or mailed to:
University of Calgary
Department of Chemistry, SA 229
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta. T2N 1N4
Attn: Visitation Weekend
The deadline to apply is December 21, 2015
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First Name _________________________________________________________
Last Name __________________________________________________________
Telephone # ________________________________________________________
Email Address _______________________________________________________
Address ____________________________________________________________
City _____________________________________ Province __________________
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OTHER OPPORTUNITIES, continued Academic History:
Current Institution ___________________________________________________
Past Institutions _____________________________________________________
Projected Graduation Date ____________________________________________
GPA (Overall) _______________________________________________________
Indicate all areas of chemistry that you are interested in pursuing (e.g. analytical,
applied, biological, computational, electrochemistry, environmental, industrial,
inorganic, medicinal, nanomaterials, organic, organometallic, physical, polymer,
theoretical, etc.).
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Indicate Desired Degree (MSc or PhD): ___________________________________
Have you been in contact with any faculty member(s) within our department?
Yes/No _______________________
Names _____________________________________________________________
All reasonable travel related costs for selected applicants will be covered by the
Department of Chemistry, University of Calgary. Successful applicants will be contacted
by January 18, 2016.
Further information about the Department is available at http://www.ucalgary.ca/chem
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This information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act. It is required to process your request. If you have any questions about the collection or use
of this information, please contact the Office of the Head, Department of Chemistry, Science A, room
229, 403-220-5340
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