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POSITIONS OPEN INDUSTRIAL POSITIONS SDC COATINGS INC. SDC Coatings is a technology-oriented company specializing in the development of abrasion-resistant coatings for application on transparent substrates. SEX! has an immediate opportunity for a BS/MS/ Ph.D. level chemist with an Inorganic, Polymer or Material Science degree. The ideal candidate would have a background in sol-gel/silicone chemistry, and should be capable of working in a business-oriented team environment. SDC Coatings Inc. offers a generous compensation package including competitive salary with bonus plan, 401(k), medical, dental and vision care plans. For consideration, please send your resume to: SDC Coatings, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 1911 Wright Circle, Anaheim, CA 92806
SPECIALTY CHEMICALS INVESTMENT BANKER Will join a team of 4 focused on specialty chemicals and materials sector. Primary responsibilities include identifying and valuing transaction candidates and initiating contact with senior decision makers. Activities include analysis, modeling, presentation development, market and company research, and client interaction in support of strategic advisory services and mergers and acquisitions. Additionally, act as a principal on behalf of our private equity funds to source, sponsor, and manage venture investments. Requires: Strong tech background (esp. chem. or chem. eng.), strong financial background (MBA or similar), strong work ethic, analytical capabilities, and assertiveness. Allan Cohen, Ph.D., First Analysis Securities Corp., 9500 Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60606, 312-258-7109.
[email protected], fax 312-258-7609.
CHEMIST - National Wildlife Research Center, a USDA research facility in Fort Collins, CO is seeking a Chemist to analyze drugs and pesticides in animal tissues, plants, air, soil and water. Applicants for this temporary GS-11 ($39,960+ health benefits) 2 year position (may be renewed for an additional 2 years) should possess a graduate degree in chemistry or a related discipline, a working Knowledge of sample extraction, clean-up, HPLC and/or GC techniques. There is potential for this position to develop into permanent employment. Experience with spectrometric analyses & interpretation, organic synthesis and publication of research accomplishments is a plus. Additional info at http://www.aphis.usda. gov/ws/nwrc/ For application/information contact Dr. John Johnston, NWRC, 4101 La Porte Ave., Fort Collins, CO 80521 (e-mail: john.j.johnston® usda.gov).
THE US ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL DEFENSE (USAMRICD) is the lead laboratory in the Department of Defense for research on the development of antidotes against chemical warfare threats. The Institute currently has an opening for a principal investigator and team leader with a background in biochemistry or molecular biology. Applicants should be able toprovide evidence of experience in the following: 1) The ability to design and conduct original research involving the application of molecular biology t e c h n i q u e s / strategies in the development of mutant recombinant human proteins, 2) The ability to communicate orally to defend scientific programs and ideas to peers and upper level management, and 3) The ability to interpret, summarize and express findings in scientific papers, technical reports and in recommendations to upper level management. Knowledge regarding transgenic animcal development, inducible expression systems, experience involving the identification, cloning and expression of wild type or site-directed mutant genes and experience working with proteins that are postulated to have a therapeutic effect in vivo against a xenobiotic compound is highly desirable. A PhD is preferred; US citizenship is required. The USAMRICD is located near Baltimore, MD at the head of the Chesapeake Bay. In addition to a strong intramural program, the USAMRICD currently has in place numerous collaborative research efforts with national and international laboratories. Salary is commensurate with experience ($48,796 - $63,436). Interested applicants should send their resume to the Civilian Personnel Operations Center, Northeast Region, 314 Johnson Street, ATTN: Division 1, Branch B, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland 21005-5283.
PHARMACEUTICAL P O S I T I O N S
ChiRex Development Division Innovative Proprietary Process R&D Rapid response small scale manufacture The Chemistry Outsourcing partner for the pharmaceutical industry
Career Opportunities ChiRex's Development Division has emerged as a leader in all aspects of Drug Substance development - from discovery support through development and manufacture of material for clinical trials. Rapid growth in 1999 and a strong new business pipeline have generated a need for high caliber scientists to join our teams at Boston, MA and Malvern, PA. At Chirex you will be engaged in: •
Proprietary Process Research & Development, using our patented technologies, to create previously unaffordable chiral materials
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Process R&D including discovery support, route design and development, and synthesis of pre-clinical and clinical molecules
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Scale-up of clinical quantities of APIs including laboratory synthesis, validated process demonstration, analytical methods development, hazard evaluation and pilot plant manufacture.
Investment over the next 6 months will more than double our Process R&D capabilities and will increase the number of Process Chemists to over 100 in our existing facilities. We have immediate openings at our Boston facility and additional openings at our Malvern facility for Spring 2000. ChiRex Inc. is an integrated pharmaceutical
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The company employs approximately 600 people within its Development and Manufacturing Divisions, at 5 locations in the US and UK. For more information please visit us at www.chirex.com
Senior & Associate Scientists A major expansion of the Chemistry group in 2000 requires 15 highly skilled scientists to drive the development and optimization of new synthetic processes, often based on ChiRex proprietary technology. At Senior level you will possess a PhD in Organic Chemistry with a strong background in organic synthesis, ideally with post-doctoral experience, together with expert knowledge of modern synthetic and analytical techniques and instrumentation. An understanding of cGMP and the challenges involved in scaling-up chemical processes are desirable. At Associate level you will possess a BS degree in Chemistry and 4+ years' experience in an industrial environment; alternatively an MS in Organic Chemistry and 1-2 years of related experience. A sound knowledge of spectroscopic and analytical techniques such as NMR, IR and HPLC is essential.
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Analytical Chemist In this hands-on role you will develop and validate methods for new chemical intermediates and bulk actives. You will possess at least an MS in Analytical Chemistry with a minimum of 2 years' industrial experience, ideally in a pharmaceutical environment, and a detailed understanding of cGMP. Knowledge of NMR, MS and IR spectroscopies and HPLC is essential, preferably with an expertise in chiral analysis. These posts offer genuine career advancement for people with ambition, ideas and commitment. You will have the opportunity to work with some of the leading exponents in the field, including Professor Eric Jacobsen of Harvard University and other members of our Scientific Advisory Board. The conditions of employment are excellent and the rewards will match your contribution. Please send your resume to Lisa Anderson, ChiRex, 56 Roland Street, Boston, MA 02129, fax 617 628 9207. Alternatively apply via our website at www.chirex.com
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INDUSTRIAL POSITIONS U O P is a world leader in the research, development and manufacturing of process technology and specialty products for the petroleum, petrochemical and gas processing industries. Our R&D Dept., which supports both fundamental and market-focused R&D, has immediate openings in the areas of
MATERIALS S Y N T H E S I S SPECIALIST
American Cyanamid, one of the world's most respected crop protection companies, has created a broad range of opportunities for talented scientists at its Global Agricultural Research Center. Our 640-acre campus-like Princeton headquarters, located midway between New York and Philadelphia, is a major research hub as well as a local cultural and educational center. Princeton is the ideal place for you to grow.
Environmental Exposure Scientist Job Code: MS You'll take your potential to a whole new level as you develop and implement strategies to address issues concerning environmental fate and risk assessment. In the day-to-day completion of your duties, you will respond to questions, write risk assessments, plan studies, negotiate project requirements and develop protocols. To qualify, you must possess an advanced degree in chemistry or a related scientific field, extensive experience in environmental chemistry, including both US and international issues, and a thorough knowledge of environmental fate models and global regulatory requirements. You should be a recognized expert and leader in this field, and have a strong record of publications in environmental chemistry. You must also have experience with industrial committees, protocol design, and management of environmental chemistry and environmental fate requirements.
Research Chemical Engineer Job Code: EOS In this challenging role, you will develop costeffective formulations/processes, conduct product scale-up trials, and support manufacturing and development through troubleshooting and problem-solving. To qualify, you must possess a Master's degree or Ph.D. in chemical engineering and at least 3 years' industrial experience in a research environment. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit programs including stock options, child-care subsidies, flex time, educational assistance and professional development programs. For more information, please send your resume with appropriate job code to: American Cyanamid Company, Human Resources, P.O. Box 400, Princeton, NJ 08543-0400; Fax: (609) 275-3502; E-mail:
[email protected] Visit our website at www.cyanamid.com We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.
CYANAIWID A Global Production.
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Responsible for discovery, characterization, and functionality testing of materials for present and future applications. Successful candidate will Our Tochmi\ov.\ have a thorough understanding of inorganic structural principles, as T
