Leadership Fellows Program--Application Deadline March 25th

The Leadership Education and Development Program Team is pleased to announce the official launch of the Leadership Fellows Program on March 1, 2013! 

What is the Leadership Fellows Program? The purpose of the Leadership Fellows Program is to enable Master's and Ph.D. students at Tech to serve as leadership coaches for Georgia Tech undergraduate students. Leadership Fellows will be professionally trained in leadership and coaching, earn a $3,000 stipend, and be expected to give three hours per week of time to the coaching process.

Fellows will sharpen and enhance their existing leadership and coaching skills by assisting in the development of undergraduates who are also eager to improve their leadership abilities. Fellows will also have the opportunity to learn from their peers at regular training sessions. In this environment Fellows will be able to actively reflect on their own previous leadership experiences and identify areas of improvement within themselves while coaching others. The reason for becoming a Leadership Fellow is quite simple: Develop yourself and develop others. 

Do you have a Master's or Ph.D student that would be interested in becoming a member of the inaugural class of the Georgia Tech Leadership Fellowship Program for the 2013-204 academic school year? If so, we will be conducting two information sessions on March 7th and March 12th. Since we are offering a FREE lunch, we are asking all attendees to register for the event. Please send your students to leadership.gatech.edu for more information, application details (Note: Application deadline is March 25th) and registration links for these sessions.

ALCON R&D INTERNSHIPS –SUMMER 2013
Research and clinical development training with real world impact...

Imagine performing research at Alcon, the global leader in ophthalmology.  You will gain practical experience while contributing to the search for new treatments for eye diseases with unmet medical needs. Our program is designed to introduce talented students to device and pharmaceutical research and development.

As an Intern, you have the opportunity to learn about research and development protocols and techniques; gain exposure to research or clinical study design and execution, and the analysis of research or clinical data. You will also participate in seminars and project discussions in group meetings. Moreover, you will have an opportunity to interact with other interns during your time at Alcon.

The R&D Internship Program is a paid, 40-hour per week program for students enrolled at an accredited university in a science or engineering focused program. Interns are assigned a project, conducted under the guidance of an Alcon scientist or engineer, and will also contribute to their team’s day-to-day responsibilities.

Eligibility: We are currently accepting undergraduate and graduate students in the sciences, including medical students and engineers.  Applicants must attend an accredited university and be eligible to work in the United States.
Application Deadline: March 1, 2013.  Early application is encouraged as positions are limited and selection competitive
Pay: Hourly rates will be based on educational level and relevant experience
Housing and Travel: Housing and travel are primarily the intern’s responsibility. Alcon will determine if housing/ travel will be available on an individual basis once candidates are selected.

Application Process:

• Combine your cover letter and resume into one document. The cover letter must include all of the following information:
• Your scientific area(s) of interest
• Relevant experience
• Indicate your last completed year of schooling and relevant completed coursework and lab classes as of Dec 2012 - also indicate your planned area of study if not working on your final degree (i.e. PhD Chemistry, Medical School etc.)
• GPA to date
• Obtain up to three 1-page reference letters
• Write an essay (300-500 words) describing how the Alcon R&D Internship Program will be a formative experience and/or a catalyst for your career
• Fill out the 2013 Alcon R&D Internship Supplementary Application at the link below, loading the above documents as directed in the online application:

Please visit the link below to apply. http://www.cybergrants.com/alcon/research_development_interns.html

2013-2014 California Science & Tech Policy Fellowship

The application period for the 2013-2014 California Science and Technology Policy Fellowship is currently open. Applications, including letters of recommendation, close on February 28th at 5:00 pm PDT. For more information please see link below:

http://www.fellows.ccst.us/

Analytical Chemistry Job Opening: Speed Laboratory

Job Title:                    Analytical Chemist

Department:                 Analytical Laboratory

Reports to:                   Sr. Chemist and QA

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Job Purpose:

The Analytical Chemist will utilize analytical and chromatographic techniques in the delivery of services and scientifically sound solutions to meet client’s needs.  In this role, the Analytical Chemist will be responsible for recording results and observations in laboratory notebooks and must adhere to applicable standards (ISO, GMP, ICH, etc.).

Major Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

·         Responsible for analytical testing on a wide variety of sample types using a variety of chromatographic and analytical techniques in a GMP/FDA regulated laboratory.

·         Provide analytical support, including product and intermediate characterization, method development and validation, and routine testing using HPLC, GC-MS, UV-Vis, and other analytical instrumentation.

·         Develop, optimize, and validate experiments in compliance with applicable SOPs and regulations

·         Actively review analytical data to ensure consistent, timely delivery of high quality and accurate information.

·         Work with laboratory colleagues and project leaders to schedule work and testing to maximize efficiency; report any late projects to supervisor for notification to client services.

·         Analyzes diverse analytical data and interprets the results.

·         Maintain laboratory notebooks, logbooks, forms and other records and documentation as required.

·         Provide certificates of analysis, analytical results reports and/or summaries for internal and external clients.

·         Identifies and implements opportunities for continual improvement in the delivery of services.

·         Addresses unanticipated issues and problems in an expedient, efficient and cost effective manner.

·         Coordinate the maintenance, upkeep, calibration and qualification of analytical instrumentation. Interact with instrument manufacturer's technical service when appropriate.

·         Perform all responsibilities in accordance with company guidelines, SOPs and protocols and appropriate industry, quality and regulatory standards, guidelines, rules and regulations.

·         Follow all safety/regulatory/company procedures and guidelines in the conduct of work.

·         Complete and maintain all training required and related to the duties of this position

·         Perform other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

·         BS or MS degree in chemistry or related field plus at least 5 years industry experience.

·         Hands-on, technical experience of 4 or more years using HPLC, GC-MS, UV-Vis, and other analytical instrumentation in a research of analytical laboratory.

·         Excellent interpersonal, verbal, managerial, and written communication skills.

·         Expert knowledge of all aspects of development and testing of products.

·         The ability to self motivate to a high level of productivity.

·         Attention to detail, excellent analytical skills and laboratory technique.

·         Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills to achieve high quality lab work and meet deadlines.

·         Good problem solving skills and clear understanding of method development and validation processes.

·         Proficiency in maintaining laboratory notes, reports and operating procedures.

·         Knowledge of FDA and ICH guidances is a plus.

·         Good communications skills (written and oral) and solid critical thinking skills.

·         Current Good Manufacturing Practice experience preferred.

·         Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

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Please email to submit resume and references by March 6, 2013.

Speed Laboratory, Inc

wreid@speedlaboratory.net

Microbiologist Job Opening--Speed Laboratory

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Job Title:                    Microbiologist

Department:                 Analytical Laboratory

Reports to:                   Sr. Microbiologist and QA

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Job Purpose:

The Microbiologist will utilize microbiological techniques in the delivery of services and scientifically sound solutions to meet client’s needs.  In this role, the Microbiologist will be responsible for recording results and observations in laboratory notebooks and must adhere to applicable standards (ISO, GMP, ICH, etc.).

Major Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

·         Responsible for microbiological testing on a wide variety of sample types using a variety of techniques in a GMP/FDA regulated laboratory.

·         Provide method development and validation, and routine testing.

·         Develop, optimize, and validate experiments in compliance with applicable SOPs and regulations

·         Actively review analytical data to ensure consistent, timely delivery of high quality and accurate information.

·         Work with laboratory colleagues and project leaders to schedule work and testing to maximize efficiency; report any late projects to supervisor for notification to client services.

·         Analyzes diverse analytical data and interprets the results.

·         Maintain laboratory notebooks, logbooks, forms and other records and documentation as required.

·         Provide certificates of analysis, analytical results reports and/or summaries for internal and external clients.

·         Identifies and implements opportunities for continual improvement in the delivery of services.

·         Address unanticipated issues and problems in an expedient, efficient and cost effective manner.

·         Coordinate the maintenance, upkeep, calibration and qualification of analytical instrumentation. Interact with instrument manufacturer's technical service when appropriate.

·         Perform all responsibilities in accordance with company guidelines, SOPs and protocols and appropriate industry, quality and regulatory standards, guidelines, rules and regulations.

·         Follow all safety/regulatory/company procedures and guidelines in the conduct of work.

·         Complete and maintain all training required and related to the duties of this position

·         Perform other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

·         BS or MS degree in Microbiology or related field.

·         Good aseptic technique is a must.

·         Hands-on, technical experience in a research or analytical laboratory is a plus.

·         Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

·         The ability to self motivate to a high level of productivity.

·         Attention to detail, excellent analytical skills and laboratory technique.

·         Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills to achieve high quality lab work and meet deadlines.

·         Good problem solving skills and clear understanding of method development and validation processes.

·         Proficiency in maintaining laboratory notes, reports and operating procedures.

·         Knowledge of FDA and ICH guidances is a plus.

·         Good communications skills (written and oral) and solid critical thinking skills.

·         Current Good Manufacturing Practice experience preferred.

·         Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word

William Reid

Speed Laboratory, Inc.

4582 Atwater Court Ste 7

Buford, GA 30518

770-932-0280

http://speedlaboratory.net  

Chemistry Teaching Opportunities!

Chemistry Teaching Jobs

Southern Teachers Agency has quite a few chemistry and physical science job listings from schools for the 2013-14 academic year.  These jobs range from physical science at the middle-school level through high school AP Chemistry.  It is common for science teachers to teach more than one kind of science, so some of these positions will require a chemistry teacher to lead sections of biology, physics, or another science. Please consider forwarding this information to students you know who are interested in teaching.

STA is the oldest teacher-placement service in America.  We receive job listings from hundreds of PK-12 private schools around the South.  Schools come to STA because they recognize the value of STA’s help in recruiting & screening talented candidates. 

Certification is not required by private schools for many science teaching jobs.
 

Click here to view current science teaching jobs

Requirements:

For most of these chemistry teaching jobs, a bachelor’s degree with a major in chemistry (or at the very least a chemistry minor) is essential, but teacher certification is not.  Of course, a degree in science education is highly desirable, as is a master’s degree in chemistry.  Candidates should have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.  Some of these positions require prior teaching experience.

Application process:

Interested candidates should apply to Southern Teachers Agency by submitting a completed STA application (available online), along with a resume and cover letter to teachers@southernteachers.com.

Job Fairs:

Southern Teachers Agency will hold three job fairs for active, registered STA candidates in 2013:
1)      Best of the South! Atlanta, GA, February 9
     Candidate application deadline: January 25
2)      STA at NAIS: Philadelphia, PA, February 27 – March 1
      Candidate application deadline: February 15
3)      A Capitol Campaign: Washington, DC, March 23
      Candidate application deadline: March 11


Please visit our website or contact:

Southern Teachers Agency
Charlottesville, Virginia
Tel (434) 295- 9122
www.SouthernTeachers.com

Career Opportunities: Brewer Science

Brewer Science is a global company with opportunities to travel and work at locations across the US and abroad.

View our current job postings.

A company that believes people are its greatest investment, Brewer Science employees enjoy excellent benefits, competitive salaries, professional development and outstanding growth opportunities.

If you are interested in a career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and advancements, consider joining Brewer Science, one of the fastest growing companies in the industry.

Brewer Science is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and supports a smoke-free, drug-free working environment.