Dr. T. Jane Stockmann hired by Memorial University

Congratulations to Dr. T. Jane Stockmann, who has been hired as a tenure-track assistant professor of physical chemistry at Memorial University. Dr. Stockmann received her PhD in 2013 under Professor Zhifeng Ding at Western University. She then moved to Switzerland to the group of Pr. Hubert Girault at EPFL as a post-doctoral fellow, and performed numerical evaluations of O2 reduction at soft interfaces. From 2014 to 2018, she worked in France in the group of Drs. Frédéric Kanoufi and Catherine Combellas as a post-doctoral fellow on 3 projects: (i) characterising oscillating reactions encapsulated inside vesicles using scanning probe techniques; (ii) ensemble and single nanoparticle detection through optical changes in surface reflectivity for biosensor applications; (iii) and developing single nanoparticle detection at soft interfaces through a Horizon 2020 Marie-Skłodowska Curie Action.

Research in the Stockmann lab seeks to generate new materials for electrochemical applications in the fields of health, energy, and the environment. At first, the group  will focus on the development of novel ionic liquid (IL) and organic ionic plastic crystalline (OIPC) substrates with incorporated nanoparticles as nano-composite materials for flexible electrode, catalytic, and (bio)sensing applications. These nanofluids and nanoplastics will be incorporated, for example, into soft probes for enhanced/selective scanning probe methodologies, such as scanning electrochemical microscopy (SECM), utilizing ultramicro- and nano-electrodes to electrochemically image anything from living cells to environmental and industrial samples. These nano-composites can also be incorporated into sensors.

You can read more about Dr. Stockmann's work on Research Gate and follow her on twitter.

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/T_Stockmann

https://twitter.com/JaneStockmann

Memorial University: Tenure Track Academic Position in Physical Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry, Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective July 1, 2018, subject to budgetary approval. The successful applicant will be required to develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program in the broad area of physical chemistry and their proposed research should fit into the areas identified in Memorial’s Research Strategy Framework (http://www.mun.ca/research/framework/themes.php). Preference will be given to applicants whose research interests complement current faculty in the department and/or the University.

The position requires a Ph.D. in Chemistry, post-doctoral experience, an excellent track record in research, and an aptitude for teaching. The new appointee will also be responsible for teaching physical chemistry courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels and first year chemistry as required. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The Chemistry Department has 19 faculty, 33 M.Sc. students, and 48 Ph.D. students in research groups supported by NSERC and other provincial, federal, international, and industrial funding agencies. Our Department is home to vibrant, diverse, and interdisciplinary research programs. We offer an exceptional research environment with access to fantastic electronics and machine shop support, as well as modern chemical analysis instrumentation. Interested candidates are invited to review the Chemistry Department home page at http://www.mun.ca/chem for further information. Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, a 5-page research proposal in NSERC Discovery Grant format, and the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three referees to:

Dr. Travis D. Fridgen, Professor and Head, chemhead@mun.ca
Deadline for receipt of applications is November 14, 2017.

Memorial University is the largest university in Atlantic Canada. As the province’s only university, Memorial plays an integral role in the education and cultural life of Newfoundland and Labrador. Offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs to almost 18,000 students, Memorial provides a distinctive and stimulating environment for learning in St. John’s, a very safe, friendly city with great historic charm, a vibrant cultural life, and easy access to a wide range of outdoor activities. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified women and men, visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

Thompson Rivers University: Term teaching position

Sessional Faculty
Posting In effect from 12/9/2017
Closing Application Date 26/9/2017
Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.
Instructional Type Academic/Career(max 24 credits)
Anticipated Start Date 8/1/2018
Position End Date (If Applicable) 28/4/2018

Duties

The Department of Physical Sciences at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) invites applications for a four month sessional faculty position in physical/computational chemistry to commence January 8, 2018.  TRU offers B.Sc. degrees with Canadian Society for Chemistry accredited Majors in chemistry and Environmental Chemistry.  TRU also offers an interdisciplinary Major in Chemical Biology.  Applicants should have a commitment to quality undergraduate education.  The successful candidate will teach first-year general chemistry and two third-year lecture and laboratory courses in physical chemistry.  The physical chemistry lecture course deals with introductory aspects of computational and quantum chemistry and statistical thermodynamics.  The computational laboratory course makes use of the software Spartan.

Qualifications

PhD in chemistry or near completion

Established teaching experience at the post-secondary level is an asset

Please Note: If you are selected for interview, External Candidates will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.

https://tru.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/9778

Location Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment: Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
NOTE: To learn more about living in Kamloops and Thompson Rivers University please visit our Web Site. Living in Kamloops and working at the TRU

York University: Tenure Track Faculty Position in Physical and/or Analytical Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry, in the Faculty of Science at York University, invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment at the Assistant Professor level in the areas of Physical and/or Analytical Chemistry, to commence July 1, 2017. Of particular interest would be candidates whose research would complement York’s historic and existing strengths in atmospheric chemistry and mass spectrometry. The successful candidate is expected to hold the Guy Warwick Rogers Chair in Chemistry for a five-year term, renewable subject to review.

The Department seeks candidates who demonstrate excellence or promise of excellence in teaching and scholarly research. The successful candidate will have a PhD in Chemistry, post-doctoral experience in relevant areas, an outstanding research record and must be eligible for prompt appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an excellent and innovative research program, secure and maintain external peer-reviewed research funding, recruit and supervise graduate students, and contribute to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Further information about the Department of Chemistry can be found on our website at: http://science.yorku.ca/chemistry/

The deadline for receipt of completed applications is November 15, 2016. Applications should contain a letter of application, an up-to-date curriculum vitae, a research proposal and three signed confidential letters of reference. All materials should be submitted electronically through:https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/7576

All York University positions are subject to budgetary approval. York University is an Affirmative Action (AA) employer and strongly values diversity, including gender and sexual diversity, within its community. The AA program, which applies to Indigenous people, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and women, can be found at http://yorku.ca/acadjobs or by calling the AA office at 416-736-5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

St. Mary's University: Tenure-track, Assistant Professor, Physical-Analytical Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at Saint Mary’s University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, invites applications for a tenure-track position in Physical-Analytical Chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2017. The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. in the field of Physical / Analytical Chemistry or a closely related field and will normally have postdoctoral or industrial experience. Applicants with an expertise in the areas of physical-analytical, experimental physical, materials / surface science, and/or analytical chemistry are particularly encouraged to apply. Outstanding candidates with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research are sought for this position. Candidates should be capable of classroom and laboratory teaching excellence in the areas of physical and analytical chemistry primarily at the undergraduate level, and have a passion for providing undergraduate research opportunities. Duties will also include graduate-level supervision. The successful candidate will develop and maintain an innovative, externally-funded research program in his/her field, an excellent teaching record at the undergraduate level, and play an active role in the administrative life of the Department of Chemistry, the Faculty of Science, and the University in general. The Department of Chemistry at Saint Mary’s University offers a nationally-accredited Bachelor of Science degree program in Chemistry (Major and Honours). Undergraduate students are actively involved in faculty research and graduate students are enrolled in the M.Sc. in Applied Science or Ph.D. in Applied Science degree programs. As well, the Department is home to the Atlantic Centre for Green Chemistry and has a number of faculty members active in Green Chemistry research. Faculty members in the Department have access to advanced instrumentation, including a new 300 MHz NMR, LC-PDA/ESI-MS, GC-FID/MS, TGA-MS, SEM/EDX, potentiostats (CV, ASV, etc.), DSC, FT-IR, single crystal X-ray diffractometer, and various spectrophotometers, all with excellent technical support. All laboratories and research spaces in the Department have been rebuilt as part of a major renovation of the Science Building. Saint Mary's University is a public university with over 7,000 students, offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees. The University is committed to serving the local, regional, national, and international communities, and integrating such activity as part of the learning environment for undergraduate and graduate students. Saint Mary’s has gone through significant renewal in the past decade, with over 250 full-time faculty involved in innovative teaching, research, and service. Interdisciplinary studies are a prominent feature and strength of the University. Saint Mary’s University is located in the historic port city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, a vibrant, urban community of over 350,000 people. Halifax is a major educational and economic centre for Atlantic Canada and is home to five universities. It is conveniently located with respect to recreational areas and other major urban centres in Canada and the northeastern United States. For information about the University and the Department of Chemistry, please see our website at www.smu.ca. Saint Mary’s University hires on the basis of merit and is committed to the principles of employment equity. Saint Mary’s University encourages applications from qualified women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, and people with disabilities. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Review of applications will begin after November 1, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. The application package must be submitted as a single pdf file and include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier including evidence of effective teaching as well as a teaching philosophy statement (i.e. teaching evaluations, teaching philosophy, etc.), a detailed research proposal in NSERC Discovery Grant format, and the names as well as contact information of at least three referees. The application should be sent directly to: Dr. Robert Singer Chair, Department of Chemistry Saint Mary’s University Halifax, NS, B3H 3C3, CANADA Robert.Singer@smu.ca