For more about Prof. Langer and ACS Awards, visit http://www.acs.org/acsgen/awards/1999awd.htm
Warren K. Lewis Lecture
Presented by: Gordon A. Cain, Chairman of the Board Agennix Inc. and Lexicon Inc.
Title: "Everybody Wins!"
When: Friday, May 7, 1999 3:00 PM (Coffee served at 2:45 PM)
Where: 66-110
About this year's Lewis Lecturer: Gordon A. Cain is a Director of Texas Petrochemical Corporation and Atlantic Coast Airlines. Mr. Cain is Chairman of the Board of Agennix Inc., and Lexicon, Inc. He was Chairman of the Board of Sterling Chemicals, Inc. until August 1996. He was also Chairman of Vista Chemical Company until 1986, of Cain Chemical Inc. until 1988 and of The Sterling Group until January 1993. Mr. Cain has established companies which provide rare opportunities for all employees of these companies to increase operational efficiencies and to participate siginificantly in the financial rewards of improved performance through ownership of the companies and participation in profit-sharing plans.
For more information about the Lewis Lecture, please contact the Events Coordinator, Arline Benford, at 258-7031 or arline@mit.edu
The Department of Chemical Engineering presents the annual ChemE Awards Ceremony, to honor outstanding achievements by our undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and staff.
Day: Monday May 10, 1999
Time: 3:00 PM
Place: 66-110
Refreshments will be served in 66-201 following the ceremony, at approximately 3:45 PM.
Please direct any questions to:
Janet Fischer (253-4577 or jfischer@mit.edu)
ChemE professors Robert C. Armstrong, Robert E. Cohen and C. Michael Mohr, along with Research Affiliate Barry A. Solomon, were among those inducted recently at the annual MIT "Quarter Century Club" (QCC) luncheon, for their 25 years of service to the Institute.
Professor Sheila A. Widnall, Insitute Professor and former Secretary of the Air Force, was the guest speaker. QCC board member Professor George F. Koster of the Physics Department served as master of ceremonies.
QCC membership is offered to faculty, administrative, research, support and service staff with 25 years of employment with the Institute. The primary purpose of the Club is to promote good fellowship among long-term associates of the community. The Quarter Century Club is a part of the Office of Special Community Services (OSCS).
The full QCC will welcome new members at the annual summer picnic on August 17th from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Johnson Atheletics Center. Other QCC events in 1999 include the Silver Club High Tea for Ladies on October 12th at the Faculty Club and the holiday gathering on December 7th in the Stratton Student Center's Sala de Puerto Rico.
Noteworthy musical performances highlighted talent from the ChemE community during April. Support Staff member Glorianne Collver-Jacobson was featured in a Guitar Trio concert of Latin American music in an April 8th concert at the MIT Chapel. The concert was warmly received by a sizable audience!
Glori has shared her musical talents here at MIT for many years and her trio's blend of Latin American works was distinctively enjoyable.
Runners took to the streets of Boston again on Patriot's Day, Monday, April 19th, for the 103rd running of the Boston Marathon. Amidst the throng was ChemE graduate student Daniel Stafford, running in his 2nd Boston Marathon. While he and the other runners battled the warm weather throughout the afternoon, Stafford finished in a very respectable 3:14. His adoring fans were there to greet him at the finish line! Congratulations to Dan on an outstanding achievement...again!
Several people have asked me about the carnival games that have been part of our TGIF parties for the past four years. They are provided by Ron Pinske, also known as Dumbo the Clown! Besides his clown business and games, Ron can provide a mini-golf course (which we have enjoyed here in the Department), a moonwalk, and perform magic shows. He is pleased to receive inquiries about bookings at (781) 871-8083.
The April 30th TGIF party marks the last official duties of the 1998-99 GSC. Led by Lily Koo, they have worked very hard to provide fun events in the Department including TG's, the Holiday Party, quals practice talks, orientation presentations, etc. Their efforts have been greatly appreciated by many of us. Thank you to Lily Koo, Sonja Sharpe, Dan Stafford, Dave Matheu, Casim Sarkar and David Collins --- you have done a wonderful job!
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Thursday, June 3rd at 1:00 PM Rockwell Cage Assemble at the Johnston Atheletic Center at 12 noon. |
Friday, June 4th at 10:00 AM Killian Court Assemble at the Johnston Atheletic Center, 9:00 AM. |
Regalia orders must be placed with the Kendall Square MIT Coop by May 7th!
The following new chemical electronic resources are now available for the MIT community from the MIT Libraries:
For more information, visit http://libraries.mit.edu/science/Subjects/Chemistry/scifinder.html
For more information, visit http://libraries.mit.edu/science/Subjects/Chemistry/ejournal.html
If you have any questions, please contact the chemistry librarian, Erja Kajosalo (kajosalo@mit.edu or x3-9795).
Advanced Inhalation Resources
Cambridge, Massachusetts
AIR has eight (8) positions available:
Qualifications: Requirements include a B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry or Biology and up to 3 years related experience. Strong skills in BPLC (SEC & RP) are required and experience in gel electrophoresis and spectroscopy (IR, UV) is preferred.
Responsibilities: Work on method development and optimization and analysis of raw materials, in-process formulations and stability for protein formulation and R&D.
Application Procedure: Send CV and cover letter indicating BOX JH1 and mail to the address for Advanced Inhalation Research, shown at the bottom of this ad.
Qualifications: Requirements include a BS/MS in Chemical Engineering or a related field and two (2) relevant experiences. Experience with spray drying would be a plus.
Responsibilities: Will include pilot scale design for producing pharmaceutical powders, modifications to existing pilot scale facility, and assisting in the development of alternative processes.
Application Procedure: Send CV and cover letter indicating BOX RB and mail to the address for Advanced Inhalation Research, shown at the bottom of this ad.
Qualifications: Requirements include a B.S. in animal sciences, animal physiology, biology, veterinary science or a related field and 2 years' related experience.
Responsibilities: Will include pre- and post-surgical management of animals, assisting with in-vivo drug delivery studies, preparation of biological samples for analysis and providing routine animal husbandry.
Application Procedure: Send CV and cover letter indicating BOX RNI and mail to the address for Advanced Inhalation Research, shown at the bottom of this ad.
Qualifications: Requirements include a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related field plus 0-2 years' experience.
Responsibilities: Will include design and development of powder filling and packaging technologies, development and testing of inhalation devices and research on aerosol transport.
Application Procedure: Send CV and cover letter indicating BOX PE1 and mail to the address for Advanced Inhalation Research, shown at the bottom of this ad.
Qualifications: An advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, and related experience preferably in the pharmaceutical field is required.
Responsibilities: Will include process development in the following areas: powder handling, powder support, powder filling and powder packaging. The position involves research and development, project management and internal/external interactions.
Application Procedure: Send CV and cover letter indicating BOX PE2 and mail to the address for Advanced Inhalation Research, shown at the bottom of this ad.
Qualifications: Requirements include a degree in science, a minimum of five (5) years hands-on experience in QA in a GMP manufacturing environment with a biotechnology or pharmaceutical company and strong training and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities: Will be responsible for developing and implementing a fully-integrated QA program and providing leadership throughout the organization in order to assure regulatory compliance. You will also play a critical role as a key contributor on project teams to assure the quality standards are met. Some of your intial projects will include developing and maintaining the following: document systems, a GMP program, auditing programs, and an approved vendor program. You will also be responsible for the final release of products, assuring that facilities, equipment and processes are properly validated, providing compliance training and assisting with regulatory submissions.
Application Procedure: Send CV and cover letter indicating BOX MG and mail to the address for Advanced Inhalation Research, shown at the bottom of this ad.
Qualifications: Requirements include a degree in science and three (3) years relevant experience including QC/manufacturing experience in a GMC/GLP environment preferably in a biotech or pharmaceutical company.
Responsibilities: Perform routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, and in-process and finished formulations according to SOPs, compile and review data to document test procedures and to assure compliance to specifications and preparing reports.
Application Procedure: Send CV and cover letter indicating BOX RN and mail to the address for Advanced Inhalation Research, shown at the bottom of this ad.
Qualifications: Requirements include a B.S. or M.S. in chemisty, pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry or biology and up to 3 years related experience. Strong skills in HPLC (SEC & RP) are required and experience in Karl Fischer Titration, spectroscopy (UV, IR), DSC, and TGA preferred.
Responsibilities: Will provide analytical and documentation support for stability studies through the analysis of protein, peptide, and small molecule pharmaceutical formulations according to GLP and cGMP requirements.
Application Procedure: Send CV and cover letter indicating BOXJH2 and mail to the address for Advanced Inhalation Research, shown below:
For all positions above, please send application materials to:
Richard P. Batycky, Ph.D, Director of Engineering
Advanced Inhalation Research
840 Memorial Drive
Cambridge, MA 02139
Phone: (617) 354-6400
Fax: (617) 354-6444
EMail: rick@airpharm.com
Diedre Moire Corp. is recruiting for the following positions:
Senior Process Engineer
Mid-Atlantic Region
Qualifications: Due to our client's dynamic growth, we have a need for candidates at the Ph.D and BS/MS levels with five years of relevant experience in cell culture process development and process engineering. Prior GMP experience is highly preferred.
Responsibilities: We are seeking a Sr. Process Engineer to design, develop and validate efficient closed system devices and processes for the GMP manufacture of MSC-based products and assisst in the transfer of validated processes and device technology to the GMP operation. Additional responsibilities will include report and other regulatory document preparation, SOP's and other GMP documentation. Will interact with research and development quality compliance and manufacturing groups to bring products to market.
About the Company: The client is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the research and development of therapeutic products for the regeneration of human connective tissues through the use of mesenchymal stem cells (MSC's), the progenitor cells responsible for the formation of these connective tissues. This company, which pioneered the field of MSC tissue regeneration, is working to develop and commercialize cell therapy products and biopharmaceuticals for the regeneration of connective tissues damaged through injury, aging or degenerative disease.
Application Procedure: see information following description below
Chemical Engineer (Biopharmaceuticals/Gene Therapy)
Massachusetts
Qualifications: We are seeking a Chemical Engineer. This position requires a B.S. in Chemical Engineering with 5-7 years of experience in the biotechnology industry/cGMP manufacturing. Hands-on concentration in equipment operation design, maintenance and start-up a must. Experience in project management and knowledge of process equipment control systems and instrumentation required. We seek a motivated individual who is goal oriented, able to work independently and has strong organizational and communication skills. Must live in New England currently.
Responsibilities: This position will manage the installation, startup and support of process equipment and control system in a cGMP facility for mammalian cell product. Will write, review and approve SOPs for process equipment. Will design large-scale equipment and train manufacturing personnel. Will provide resource and expertise for applying engineering principles to production processes and equipment.
About the Company: We are a development-stage biopharmaceutical company who specializes in researching gene therapies that activate malfunctioning genes, causing them to produce proteins that are necessary for proper operation.
For both positions above: Interested candidates should contact:
Larry Chiaravallo
Diedre Moire Corporation, Inc.
510 Horizon Center
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
Phone: (609) 584-9000 x216
Fax: (609) 584-9575
EMail: 915603@candseek.com
To contact Diedre Moire via the Web, visit http://www.diedremoire.com
Summer Intern: Ultrasonic Cleaning
Carry out experiments in the areas of ultrasonic cleaning, surface chemistry and zeta-potentials while working closely with a key Engineer in the "Advanced Cleaning and Surface Chemistry" group. Analyze results to make key conclusions. May require software/hardware development. Some hands-on experience in doing critical experiments in the area of colloidal chemistry, surface chemistry and advanced chemistry is required. Experience with hardware/software development is desirable. Course work in ultrasonics, colloidal chemistry and surface chemistry is essential. Ideal candidate should be working in Ph.D program on colloidal/surface chemistry.
To apply please contact: Amber_Z_Sharma@notes.seagate.com
Environmental Consulting
Environmental Resources Management
Positions Available in Southwestern US
Qualifications: We are searching for the nation's top graduates who have chosen to pursue a career in the environmental field. Our interest is to hire those individuals who have demonstrated their potential through high grades and a rigorous curriculum in engineering, geology, or environmental studies. Currently, we are interviewing master's degree candidates who will be graduating in the spring of 1999 and are ready for a full time career opportunity in consulting. We have openings in New Orleans, Louisiana and Houston, Dallas, and Austin, Texas.
About ERM: The ERM Group is a global environmental, health and safety consulting firm that was founded in 1978. We currently have more than 100 offices in 24 countries throughout North and South America, Europe and the Asia Pacific region constituting a unique global network of environmental specialists. Together we total more than 3,000 professionals who provide policy, management, and technical advice on environmental issues. The ERM group offers practical operational solutions to government agencies and private industries throughout the world in the areas of air, wastewater, and hazardous waste. Our team of professionals has been built under a set of guiding principles that include technical excellence professional integrity, and a commitment to providing practical and cost effective environmental solutions to our clients.
Application Procedure: If you are interested in being considered for an entry-level position with the ERM Group, you may apply by contacting our hiring partner, Fusion Staffing Services. Fusion is a national staffing company that specializes in the environmental health and safety industry and is responsible for ERM's recruiting needs in the Southwest region of the US. For immediate consideration please send your resume and college transcripts to Fusion Staffing Services:
By fax: (281) 578-2886
or EMail: fusionsw@earthlink.net
For more about Environmental Resources Management, visit http://www.erm.com
For more about Fusion Staffing Services, visit http://www.fusion-staffing.com
Staff Engineer
Department of Future Technologies
DIvision of Technical Operations
Coca-Cola Company
Atlanta, Georgia
Qualifications: MS, in Chemical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or equivalent - Ph.D. desirable. Experience preferred, not required. Effective knowledge of scientific principles. Knowledge of thermodynamics, physics, and chemistry. Expert knowledge in chemical or electrical engineering. Knowledge of technical analytical skills. Effective skills in use of Internet. Effective research skills. Effective project management skills. Ability to innovate. Ability to work as part of a team. Ability and commitment to development of self. Ability to collaborate.
Responsibilities: Lead the identification, assessment, and development of emerging technologies to proof of technical viability; manage and use knowledge for competitive advantage and forecasting emerging technologies value to the business.
Prove viability of technologies with highest potential business impact; lead analysis of information necessary to identify emerging technologies; document a knowledge base of key technology trends and forecasts; work with technology firms, universities, government laboratories, futurists, and technical information firms; work cross functionally and apply systems thinking to establish key criteria for identifying emerging technologies; manage CTA-Critical Technology Area. Identify business opportunities that can be realized through technology; connect specific technologies to application concepts to deliver intellectual property and innovation; establish holistic trends and forecasts that incorporate social, technical, environmental, economic, and political drivers.
Application Procedure: Please fax your resume to:
Laura Storrs
Phone: (404) 350-0475
Fax: (404) 350-0104 or 676-8214
EMail: Lstorrsusa@aol.com
For more about Coca-Cola, visit http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/
Polymer/Tissue & Biomechanical Engineering
Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. (a Johnson & Johnson Company)
Cincinnati, Ohio
Qualifications: Requirements include a Ph.D in chemical or biomechanical enigneering. Research experience is highly desirable. Experience in polymer chemistry and tissue engineering is a valuable asset. Your ability to modify methodology to improve the quality, accuracy and usefulness of data and contribute to the evaluation/modification of protocols is an essential consideration.
Background: A collaboration project between Ethicon Endo-Surgery the Johnson & Johnson Corporate Biomaterials Center and Johnson & Johnson Wound Healing Technology Resource Center has created a postdoctoral position with a surgical research and development team committed to the development of innovative surgical procedures.
Responsibilities: Applications are invited for the position which provides first-rate exposure to surgical product development and offers involvement in developing, analyzing, and reporting experimental results. You will work with a surgical device research team of board-certified surgeons and a technical staff and will have the opportunity to interact with product teams of engineers, regulatory manufacturing and marketing personnel.
Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and opportunity to work in a challenging, supportive environment reflecting acknowledged expertise in the development of surgical devices and goals of excellence.
Application Procedure: To pursue a confidential inquiry, send your resume to:
Ms. Theresa Kohn
Ethicon Endosurgery Staffing
Mail Location 111
4545 Creek Road
Cincinnati, OH 45242
Phone: (513) 483-8523
EMail: Tkohn2@eesus.jnj.com
For more about Ethicon Endo-Surgery, visit http://www.ethiconendo.com/index.htm
Synthesis of Porous Materials
Insitut des Materiaux de Nantes
Nantes
FRANCE
Seeking a post-doc who has a strong background in the synthesis of porous materials to work on a project sponsored by the French CNRS and industry. The grant will start around April 1st and will continue for at least 1 year.
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Lucy M. Bull,
Institut des Materiaux de Nantes,
2 rue de la Houssiniere, B.P. 32229
44322 Nantes, cedex 3
France
Phone: (011) 33-240-37-39-30
Fax: (011) 33- 240-37-39-95
EMail: lbull@cnrs-imn.fr
Advanced Materials Synthesis and Characterization
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
Qualifications: The candidate must have a Ph.D in chemical engineering/materials science/applied physics.
Preferred Research Focus: The research involves fundamental experimental studies to understand diamond growth from the vapor phase and gallium nitride growth from the liquid phase.
Application Procedure: E-mail or fax resume to:
Dr. Mahendra Sunkara
The University of Louisville
Louisville, KY 40292
Phone: (502) 852-6347
Fax: (502) 852-6355
EMail: mksunk01@speed.louisville.edu
For more about U. Louisville's Cente. for Advanced Materials and Characterization, visit http://starbase.spd.louisville.edu/~mksunk01/labframe.html
Academic Head
Qualifications: The candidate must hold an earned Ph.D in Chemical Engineering or a closely-related field and must be qualified for tenure in the Department. The candidate must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and a proven record of leadership. Necessary qualifications also include demonstrated commitment to excellence in education and scholarly research. Relevant industrial experience is also desired.
Responsibilities: At NMSU, the successful candidate will be responsible for strengthening the Department's education and research programs, initiating a development plan for enhancement of the Department, refining and implementing the departmental strategic plan, implementing an outcomes assessment program, enhancing ties with industry and external stakeholders, and providing leadership to a young and dynamic faculty.
Application Deadline: Application review will begin on April 30, 1999 and continue until the position is filled.
Application Procedures: Applications,including a letter of application CV, vision statement (1-2 pages) and the names and contact information for at least three references, should be to:
Asst. Dean Joe Creed, Chair
Academic Head Search Committee
New Mexico State University
College of Engineering
P.O. Box 30001, MSC 3449
Las Cruces, NM 88003
Phone: (505) 646-2913
Fax: (505) 646-3549
E-Mail: jcreed@nmsu.edu
Assistant Professor
Qualifications: Applicants must have an earned Ph.D in Chermical Engineering or a closely-related field by date of hire. Candidates with industrial experience and P.E. registration are preferred.
Application Deadline: In order to receive full consideration, applications must be received by April 30, 1999. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Application Procedure: All applications must include CV, a statement of research and teaching goals,a nd the names and contact information for at least three references. Please send applications for this position to:
Dr. Ron K. Bhada, Chair
Asst. Professor Search Committee
New Mexico State University
Department of Chemical Enigneering
P.O. Box 30001, MSC 3805
Las Cruces, NM 88003
Phone: (505)646-7697
Fax: (505) 646-7706
E-Mail: rbhada@nmsu.edu
For more about Chemical Engineering at UNM, visit http://chemeng.nmsu.edu
Assistant Professors (2+) & Distinguished Visiting Professor
Department of Chemical Engineering
University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez
Mayagüez, Puerto Rico
Assistant Professors
Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Ph.D in Chemical
Engineering with preferred expertise in:
Responsibilities: Major responsibilities will include developing a strong, externally-funded research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and helping to start-up a new Ph.D program (Fall 1999).
Application Deadline: June 30, 1999
Application Procedure: A complete application will consist of a cover letter, CV, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, detailed research and teaching plans, the address and phone numbers of three professional references, and copies of relevant publications.
Distinguished Visiting Professor
Qualifications: Candidates must hold a Ph.D in Chemical Engineering be tenured faculty with the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor in a recognized chemical engineering school, and have an excellent track record in research and teaching.
Responsibilities: Major responsibilities will include helping in the start-up of a new Ph.D program (Fall 1999) and a strong, externally-funded research program, and teaching one undergraduate or graduate course per semester.
Application Deadline: June 30, 1999
Application Procedure: A complete application will consist of a cover letter, CV, a detailed work plan, the address and phone numbers of three professional references, and preprints of the last five relevant publications.
For either position, please send completed application to:
Prof. Federico Padron, Acting Chairman
Department of Chemical Engineering
University of Puerto Rico
P.O. Box 9046
Mayagüez, PR 00681-9046
Phone: (787) 832-4040
Fax: (787) 365-3818
E-Mail: F_PADRON@RUMAC.UPR.CLU.EDU
For more about ChemE at UPR, visit http://atomo.uprm.edu/inqu
Your news items, faculty and student distinctions, as well as announcements, job postings and other information for the ChemE community are invited for the upcoming June issue! Faculty, staff, students, alumni/ae --- what's the latest exciting development in your lab? Perhaps you recently returned from a fascinating trip, professional conference, or participated in an honorary lecture series, or received a notable award. Don't be shy -- the Course X community wants to hear the latest about you! Here are the dates for the remaining issues for 1998-1999:
Issue Date: Tuesday, 6/1/1999* Submission Deadline: Wednesday, 5/26/1999*
*June Course X News will be transmitted on Tuesday, 6/1/1999 to facilitate the inclusion of Commencement Day (Friday, 6/4/1999) logistical information.