Doctoral position in Chemistry

Highlights:

1. This 3.5 year PhD research project is funded by the Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre (CCDC; www.ccdc.cam.ac.uk) and the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and was awarded by the Chemistry Innovation Knowledge Transfer Network to CCDC in collaboration with the University of Bradford (UoB; www.bradford.ac.uk). 
2. The doctoral student will be based at UoB, which has the relevant expertise and facilities for Crystal Structure Prediction (CSP).  The project encompasses an industrial placement at CCDC.
3. Many pharmaceuticals are formulated as salts to enhance their physical properties.  The ability to predict the polymorphs of an organic salt from its molecular structure alone would be a first step in computational screening of salt forms, accelerating the drug development process and reducing its costs.  CSP of salts can be difficult because salts have, among other complexities, two independent ions in the crystallographic asymmetric unit which makes searching for potential stable crystal structures time consuming. 
4. Start date: 1 October 2010
5. Closing date: 11 June 2010

Research Associate position in Synthetic Biology for for 36 months in the first instance

Highlights:

1. A new Research Associate position is available for 36 months in the first instance to work with Dr Guy-Bart Stan at the new EPSRC Centre for Synthetic Biology and Innovation at Imperial College London. The research project will be responsive to the applicant's research history and interests but will fall broadly into the research goals of the Centre: (i) to build foundational tools for the robust and modular design of synthetic biology circuits and (ii) to derive applications using synthetic biology. The project is also an excellent opportunity for a skilled individual to cross-over into the exciting field of synthetic biology.
2. Applicants should have a PhD (or equivalent) in either, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical (Bio)physics, Control Engineering, Computational Biology, a closely aligned discipline or an equivalent level of professional qualifications and experience. Previous experience in nonlinear dynamical systems, control, stochastic modelling of gene expression, systems biology, or equivalent research and industrial or commercial experience is desirable. Previous research on synthetic biology is also desirable but is not a requirement.

Doctoral position in chemistry with interest in biology

Highlights:

1. We are looking for a highly motivated chemist with interest in biology or a biologist with chemical background. 
2. PhD position is available in Research group of Biofunctional Polymer Materials at the University of Heidelberg (Department of Applied Physical Chemistry) and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Institute of Toxicology and Genetics).
3. In our group we use surface, organic and polymer chemistries to create new biomaterials, functional and stimuli-responsive polymer surfaces as well as to develop new cell microarrays and microfluidic devices.
4. In particular, we work with superhydrophobic/superhydrophilic surfaces and nano-porous polymer materials.

Position in Power Engineering

Highlight:

1. Applications are invited for the position of Energy Australia Chair of Power Engineering in the Schoolof Electrical and Information Engineering at the University of Sydney. The position is sponsored by Energy Australia due to an increased demand for power engineers and carries with it the role of Director of the Power Engineering Program and Power Systems Laboratory.
2. This is an opportunity to lead the School's undergraduate and graduate education programs in Power Engineering, ensuring to respond to the needs of the energy industry and to attract high-quality students.
3. You will initiate research funding proposals, as well as leading research projects in Power Engineering, and develop national and international collaborations. You will also establish and maintain strong links with the local energy industry through project work and consultancies. It is expected that you will create a financially self-sufficient research program within three years of the appointment.
4. The scope of the position encompasses any methods and techniques relevant to power engineering, including systems planning, power network management, the design, research, construction, and operation of power apparatus, structures, materials and systems for the safe, reliable and economic generation, transmission, distribution, conversion, measurement, control and management of electric energy. Of particular interest are the areas of power system management and control, power system dynamics, sustainable power systems, network performance, condition monitoring, system reliability, power system operation, asset management and power electronics.

Postdoctoral position in Microstructural Evolution

Highlights:

1. The Australian Centre for Microscopy & Microanalysis (ACMM) is the headquarters of the Australian Microscopy and Microanalysis Research Facility (AMMRF), a major collaboration between government and universities.
2. The Centre recognises the substantial role that microscopy, imaging and microanalysis are set to play in the next decade, as biotechnology and nanoscience have increasing impact on science and society. The Centre provides leadership, innovation and ingenuity in Australian science and engineering research.
3. Located on the University's Camperdown campus, our centre hosts world-class facilities, and is renowned for its research excellence. We are also a major node of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Design in Light Metals, and researchers have access to an outstanding array of nanostructural analysis equipment, both within the Centre and at our partner nodes.
4. The ACMM is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct advanced microstructural characterisations of advanced Al alloys using microscopy and microanalysis techniques. You will be involved in the study of the solute partitioning during early-stage precipitation in advanced Al alloys with addition of micro-alloying elements. You will use advanced experimental techniques including Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), and Atom Probe Tomography for precipitate phase identification and composition analysis. Our Centre attracts high-profile scientists and research groups, so an ability to communicate and work with others will be crucial. In addition, you will need to have the ability to write quality manuscripts that are suitable for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
5. To succeed, you will have a strong background in metallurgy, proven research ability and a recent PhD in materials science, engineering, physics, chemistry or a related discipline. An ability to use advanced scientific instrumentation; knowledge and experience in transmission electron microscopy; and atom probe tomography are also essential. Expertise using HR TEM will be highly advantageous.

1. This is the perfect opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct innovative research to develop new deep understanding about advanced Al alloys. This research project will be carried out in collaboration with Central South University, China, and contains scope for international travel in the form of research visits to China and attendance at international conferences worldwide.
2. The position is full-time fixed term for up to two years, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for a new appointee. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees.
3. Some assistance towards relocation cost and visa sponsorship may be available for the successful appointee if required and level of appointment will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
4. Remuneration package: A$83,894 - A$90,055 p.a. (which includes a base salary Level A, leave loading and up to 17% employer's contribution to superannuation)
5. All applications must be submitted via The University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/positions and search the reference number for more information and to apply.

Postdoc in organic synthesis at University of Antwerp

Highlights:

1. The University of Antwerp (Flanders, Belgium) is an academic institution for internationally recognized, innovative and pioneering research. Special attention is given to the training of students, and to the innovation of teaching programs.
2. The University of Antwerp is an autonomous and pluralistic institution, supporting a democratic and multicultural society, and is an equal opportunity employer.
3. In the frame of research collaboration with Johnson&Johnson Pharmaceutical Research & Development, a Division of Janssen Pharmaceutica NV, in Beerse (Dr. L. Meerpoel), the research team Organic Synthesis of the Department of Chemistry announces the availability of a full time postdoctoral position.
4. Job description: As an employee of the research team Organic Synthesis of the Department of Chemistry you will develop and subsequently apply new synthetic methodologies in the challenging area of transition metal-catalyzed C-H activation.
5. Your research is expected to contribute to the identification of novel molecular entities for biological evaluation.

1. The ideal candidates for these positions will have a PhD in organic chemistry with experience in transition metal catalyzed reactions, purification techniques and structural characterization of organic molecules.
2. The ability to work in a team as well as good communication/writing skills and a good mastery of the English language is essential. Experience in the field of transition metalcatalyzed C-H activation is an advantage.
3. Additional info: The University of Antwerp offers you a contract of 1 year. The salary is based on the scale of Doctorassistent as defined by the Flemish government. Relevant experience will be taken into account.
4. The selected candidate is expected to begin at latest in October 2010.  
5. Does this opening appeal to you? Please send a detailed CV right away to:

Prof. Dr. Bert U.W. Maes

Organic Synthesis

Department of Chemistry

University of Antwerp

Phone: +32(0)32653205

Fax: +32(0)32653233

bert.maes@ua.ac.be

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