University of Waterloo: Lab Technician, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance

 

Overview

Oversees and provides support for the day-to-day operation of the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) core facility in Chemistry which houses and supports multiple spectrometers. The NMR facility provides analytical research services, technical and scientific advice to both academic and industrial communities. The Lab Technician, NMR, manages the operation and maintenance of the facility which houses some very valuable and sensitive scientific equipment. The role interacts and supports users (faculty, staff and students) as well as some external users from Velocity and Nicoya Life to assess experimental needs and troubleshoot technical issues. The Lab Technician, NMR is accountable to the Department Chair of Chemistry for administrative and technical issues in the facility.

Responsibilities

NMR Facility Support

• Maintain and safely operate NMR equipment under the jurisdiction of the Department of Chemistry NMR committee
• Run samples on 4 NMR spectrometers in Chemistry
• Solve complex technical problems with the equipment which could include software, hardware or experimental set-ups
• Manage FACES on-line booking system to schedule appointments and coordinate instrumental access to users of the facility
• Provide recommendations on service contracts and the repair of the equipment. Acquires specifications and quotes from suppliers
• Serve as the technician representative on the Department of Chemistry NMR committee
• Handle the day-to-day operation including the management and supervision of the NMR facility as well as the ordering of any supplies needed to run the equipment including liquid nitrogen and helium, etc.
• Update website content

Training

• Prepare user guides and procedures for standard operations of the equipment
• Train a number of non-specialized users on NMR facility equipment which includes approximately 50 students per year plus faculty and staff from across campus. Each NMR user must receive extensive training before access to the equipment can be granted. Also provides technical support during the use of equipment after training has occurred
• Instruct groups with varying degrees of requirements, providing individualized training as necessary
• Provide each user with safety training for working around strong magnetic fields

NMR Facility Maintenance Work

• Maintains superconducting magnets. This includes scheduling cryogen deliveries, weekly liquid nitrogen fills and liquid helium fills every two months
• Run periodic performance checks on the Chemistry NMR spectrometers as a requirement of compliance and to ensure all of the instruments are maintained at peak performance
• Use sound judgement for preliminary diagnosis of electronic malfunctions and minor repairs

Safety

• Responsible for safety in the laboratory, ensuring that procedures with regard to high magnetic fields and safe handling of chemicals are in place
• Maintain personal certifications as required by the Safety Office
• Update posted safety procedures including WHMIS, hazardous waste disposal etc. so that they are current
• Maintain equipment certifications and the associated records
• Prepare and maintain current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain first aid kits
• Complete monthly safety inspections using Safely and report unsatisfactory reports to the Department and Safety Office as required
• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety guidelines by all users

Other

• Serve as a technical resource person for faculty, research associates, PDFs, and students in the development of their research projects
• Help undergrad lab, trouble-shooting problems with IR spectrometers
• Provide advice and assistance to users/customers and resolve complex problems
• Assist CHEM 494 students with sample analysis for their seminar project
• In collaboration with the Department Financial Officer and Administrative Officer, provides input into the annual operating budget needed to operate the facility
• Establish pricing policy for the services provided by the facility with approval from the NMR Committee
• Responsible to submit the monthly internal charges to the Department Financial Officer for processing and to invoice external clients for all worked done in the facility

Qualifications

• MSc in Science is required
• At least 5 years’ experience in working with NMR equipment. Must be highly trained and knowledgeable in NMR experimentation and able to perform detailed analysis of data
• Solution NMR Spectroscopy
• Strong understanding of NMR will help with the ability to advise students on data analysis
• Working knowledge and trained in providing magnet cryogen fills using liquid nitrogen and helium is essential. Knowledge of safety procedures for equipment is required
• Proven ability to use to operate and trouble shoot computers and highly sensitive scientific magnets is essential
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment is essential
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Incumbent must also complete all required safety training modules as per Safety Office Regulations (e.g., WHMIS, Laboratory Safety, Employee Safety Training, Workplace Violence Awareness Program, and HRs Accessibility module)
• Some (e.g. over Christmas break) holiday hours are required for the nitrogen fills to keep the NMR equipment operationa

Vaccination Requirement Statement

Effective May 1, 2022, the University suspended its Vaccination Requirement. Prior to May 1, pursuant to this Requirement, all University employees were required to submit proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 (subject to the University’s obligations under the Human Rights Code to accommodate employees who were unable to receive a vaccination). The University’s Vaccination Requirement website can be found here: https://uwaterloo.ca/coronavirus/return/vaccination-requirement.   

 

The pandemic is ongoing and public health advice continues to evolve. Accordingly, the University reserves the absolute right to reinstate the Vaccination Requirement on short notice, and upon such reinstatement you will be required to comply. You shall also be required to comply with any new health and safety policies/requirements implemented by the University from time to time, including new policies/requirements related to mandatory employee vaccination. As the University may need to reinstate the Requirement on short notice, it will continue to collect and maintain up-to-date information on employee vaccination status. Please submit your Covid-19 vaccine status (QR code) to: https://checkin.uwaterloo.ca/   

 

 

Failure to comply with the Vaccination Requirement if it is reinstated, including failure to comply with any future amendments to the Vaccination Requirement, or failure to comply with new health and safety policies/requirements implemented by the University, including those related to new mandatory employee vaccination, shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment.

 

The requirement to be vaccinated, if reinstated, will be subject to the duty to accommodate pursuant to the Human Rights Code. If you are unable to be vaccinated for reasons related to a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written request for accommodation with an explanation of the reasons and/or any supporting documentation. If you request accommodation, the University may follow up with you for further information if necessary.

Equity Statement

The University of Waterloo is committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. The University of Waterloo is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River.

 

The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion.  As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

 

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

 

The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwaterloo.ca  or 519-888-4567, ext. 45935.

Acadia University: Term instructor

Acadia University is recognized as one of Canada’s premier undergraduate institutions. Academic innovation and a technology-rich teaching and learning environment have garnered the university a reputation for excellence. Our progressive workplace is located only one hour from Halifax in Nova Scotia's beautiful Annapolis Valley – a small-town setting offering an affordable lifestyle, outstanding recreational opportunities, internationally acclaimed restaurants, a healthy economy, and the best weather in the Atlantic Provinces.

Acadia University is proudly located on Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq People.

Position # 20211 – 5 Month CLTI. The Department of Chemistry invites applications for a 5-month contractually limited position at the rank of Instructor effective August 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022. The successful candidate will teach three (3) organic laboratory sections and one (1) introductory chemistry lecture course section. The successful candidate will be responsible for the technical aspects of laboratory preparation, and management of associated teaching assistants. The successful candidate will be expected to serve on committees within the Department of Chemistry/Acadia University.

Qualifications: The successful candidate should have a minimum of a laboratory-based MSc degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry. Previous teaching experience is highly preferred.

How to Apply: The application should consist of a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, confirmation of degree and evidence of teaching experience and teaching effectiveness. Potential candidates shall send the application package including the names and contact information of three (3) references and arrange to have three (3) letters of reference sent directly to:

Vlad Zamlynny, Ph.D.
Acadia University
Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada B4P 2R6
Email: vlad.zamlynny@acadiau.ca 

Closing Date: June 17, 2022

For additional information on the Chemistry Department, please visit: http://chemistry.acadiau.ca 

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Acadia University is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from Aboriginal people, African Nova Scotians, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, and persons of any minority sexual orientation or gender identity. Consistent with the principles of employment equity, the primary criterion for appointment to a position is qualifications and professional excellence. Candidates who identify as a member of one of the afore-mentioned groups, and who wish to have the application considered as such, are invited to submit the online Employment Equity Voluntary Self-Identification Form as part of their application package.

The university will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant's accessibility needs. If you require accommodation because of a disability or for any other reason during the interview process, please contact: Dr. Vlad Zamlynny (Head).

Memorial University: Computational or Computational/Theoretical 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 January 2023 (negotiable), subject to budgetary approval. The successful applicant will develop an externally funded research program in the broad area of Computational or Computational/ Theoretical Chemistry. The proposed research program should align with Memorial’s Strategic Research Themes (https://www.mun.ca/research/explore/themes/). 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. degree and post-doctoral experience in the area of Computational or Computational/Theoretical Chemistry, a demonstrated track record in research, and an aptitude for teaching. The new appointee will be responsible for teaching chemistry courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Salary will be determined following the current collective agreement. 

The Chemistry Department has 18 faculty, and 62 graduate students in diverse research groups supported by NSERC and other provincial, federal, international, and industrial funding agencies. The department offers a wide range of chemistry courses and students can pursue a Computational Chemistry Major, and M.Sc. and Ph.D. studies in Scientific Computing. Interested candidates are invited to review the Chemistry Department home page at http://www.mun.ca/chem for further information. 

Memorial has a thriving interdisciplinary computational science community with members from the faculties of Science, Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacy, and Business. We offer an exceptional research environment with onsite support through the Core Research Equipment and Instrument Training (CREAIT, https://www.mun.ca/creait/). The University played a leadership role in establishing the Atlantic Computational Excellence Network (ACEnet) and maintains a seat on several national computational infrastructure committees. The selected candidate will have access to state-of-the-art computing resources through ACEnet, and the Digital Research Alliance of Canada. Their research program will be located in the Core Science Facility, which was opened September of 2021 (https://www.mun.ca/csf/). The Core Science Facility is the cornerstone of Memorial University’s renewal plan and offers access to modern spaces for teaching, research, collaboration and industry partnership. 

Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a teaching portfolio (interests, experience and philosophy), a 5-page research proposal in NSERC Discovery Grant format (https://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/ResearchPortal-PortailDeRecherche/InstructionsInstructions/DG-SD_eng.asp), and the names and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of three referees, quoting position number F01704, to: 

Dr. Sunil Pansare, Professor and Head, chemhead@mun.ca 

Deadline for receipt of applications is July 8, 2022. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous peoples; visible minorities, and racialized people; and people with disabilities. As part of Memorial University’s commitment to employment equity, all applicants are invited to identify themselves as a member of a target group(s) as appropriate. Applicants cannot be considered as a member of a target group(s) unless they complete an employment equity survey.  If you do not receive a survey or have any questions, please contact equity@mun.ca. 

Shortlisted candidates will have the choice of remote or in-person interviews, and all interviews will be arranged with accessibility in mind. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment.  If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation in the interview process please contact equity@mun.ca directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority 

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 over 19,000 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. 

We acknowledge that the lands on which Memorial University’s campuses are situated are in the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous groups, and we acknowledge with respect the histories and cultures of the Beothuk, Mi’kmaq, Innu and Inuit of this province.

https://www.mun.ca/chem/media/production/memorial/academic/faculty-of-science/chemistry/media-library/ourpeople/internal/Tenure%20Track%20position%20in%20Computational%20or%20Computational-Theoretical%20Chemistry.pdf

The deadline for applications is July 8th, 2022.

Ryan MacDonnell Hired by Dalhousie University

Congratulations to Ryan MacDonnell, who has been hired by Dalhousie University as an assistant professor in theoretical chemistry, starting January 2023. 

Ryan earned his BSc from Carleton University in 2014 before moving up the Rideau canal to the University of Ottawa, where he did his PhD with Dr. Michael Schuurman at the National Research Council of Canada. His PhD research focused on simulating and quantifying the effects of functional group substituents on the photochemical dynamics of conjugated polyenes, with the idea of controlling the dynamics and outcomes of reactions on femtosecond timescales. After successfully defending his PhD in early 2020, he moved to Sydney, Australia, and started work as a postdoctoral research associate with A/Prof. Ivan Kassal at the University of Sydney. There, he has been developing the first techniques using analog quantum computers to simulate chemical dynamics and spectroscopy.

After a few years down under and one wild wallaby sighting (so far), Ryan will be returning to his home province of Nova Scotia to work at Dalhousie University. His research will involve developing new theoretical techniques to characterize and simulate photochemical reactions using classical and quantum computers.

https://scholar.google.ca/citations?user=Q3W4msQAAAAJ

University of Western Ontario: Inorganic materials chemistry

 The Department of Chemistry at The University of Western Ontario (Western) invites applications for a full-time faculty position in inorganic materials chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor (Probationary Tenure Track). Specific areas of research interest include, but are not limited to, inorganic materials degradation, new materials for energy conversion and storage, greenhouse gas capture and conversion, catalysis development using Earth abundant elements for greener processes, and photo- and electrocatalysis for energy storage and other green technologies. Such areas represent excellent opportunities for multidisciplinary approaches, e.g., machine learning development, to be integrated. The successful candidate is expected to pursue innovative and independent research and to establish an outstanding, competitively funded research program that will be able to leverage externally funded research with industry partners.

Candidates must have a PhD degree in Inorganic Chemistry or a related discipline with a demonstrated record of excellence in research. Additional experience as a postdoctoral researcher is expected. The successful candidate will contribute to the teaching excellence in inorganic chemistry at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and to the research training of undergraduate and graduate students as well as postdoctoral fellows. Evidence of impactful contributions to teaching, mentorship and leadership activities is a strong asset.

The Department of Chemistry (https://www.uwo.ca/chem/) is a research-intensive department in Western’s Faculty of Science (https://www.uwo.ca/sci/) with both undergraduate and graduate programs. We are ranked #4 in total NSERC funding and #2 in NSERC Partnership Funding in the nation. Our Department is home to 33 faculty, including 10 current or former Canada Research Chairs and NSERC Industrial Research Chairs. Chemistry at Western has core research strengths in molecular and macromolecular inorganic materials and in surface and interfacial materials chemistry combined with outstanding research infrastructure and services.

Western is also home to Surface Science Western (https://www.surfacesciencewestern.com) the Western Nanofabrication Facility (https://nanofab.uwo.ca/)  and the Tandetron Accelerator Facility (http://www.isw.physics.uwo.ca/), three facilities specializing in the analysis and characterization of surfaces, materials and nanomaterials. They offer access to the latest in analysis technology and techniques including secondary ion mass spectrometry, scanning electron microscopy with focussed ion beam, X-ray photoelectron microscopy, Auger electron spectroscopy, atomic force microscopy, X- ray diffraction and Rutherford Backscattering Spectrometry. In addition, Western has strong ties to the Canadian Light Source.

With annual research funding exceeding $220 million, and an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses. Further information about Western can be found at http://www.uwo.ca/.

The anticipated start date is Jan 1, 2023 although an earlier start date is negotiable.The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Interested applicants should submit a complete application package electronically as one pdf file, that includes (in the indicated order): 

• A completed Application for Full-Time Faculty Position Form (available at http://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/pdf/careers/Faculty/Application-FullTime-Faculty-Position-Form.pdf 
• A cover letter addressing how your expertise and proposed research fit this position
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae
• A description of research interests and plan (maximum of 4 pages), including possible funding sources and partners (academic and industrial)
• A teaching and mentoring statement including how you will contribute to an equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) academic environment (maximum of 2 pages). Evidence of teaching excellence may also be included (eg. course evaluations; awards).
• Contact details of at least three professionals who can provide letters of support

The application package can be sent to:

Chemistry Search Committee
Department of Chemistry
The University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario N6A 5B7, Canada
Email: chem.search@uwo.ca

The closing date for receiving completed applications is June 6, 2022.

Western recognizes the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of research achievement, and potential candidates are encouraged to list career disruptions. If feasible, candidates are encouraged to explain within their application the impact these career interruptions have had and to submit a full career or extended CV.

Effective September 7, 2021, all employees and visitors to campus are required to comply with Western’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact John F. Corrigan, Chair of Search Committee, via chemsearch@uwo.ca.

UBC: Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Innovative Synthetic Methods for Medicinal Chemistry.

 The University of British Columbia (UBC) Vancouver campus, is recruiting an outstanding researcher to be nominated for the Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Innovative Synthetic Methods for Medicinal Chemistry. The CERC program, Canada’s highest research chair appointment, is designed to attract and support world-renowned researchers and their teams to Canada.

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world and is a renowned global centre for teaching, learning and research. Since 1915, UBC has been opening doors of opportunity for people with the curiosity, drive and vision to shape a better world. Today, our students, faculty and staff come from around the world and our international research partnerships and publications help us collaborate on a global scale. UBC is proud to nurture and transform the lives of more than 65,000 students from Canada and 140+ countries around the world.

UBC Vancouver is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) People.

The Canada Excellence Research Chair in Innovative Synthetic Methods for Medicinal Chemistry provides a unique opportunity for a researcher focused on development of new synthetic chemistry for application in medical and health-related areas to engage with an extraordinary group of interdisciplinary colleagues in shaping the future. Synthetic methods to advance human health are a priority area for both the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. The Chairholder will be cross-appointed between the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Medicine, and will be in a leadership position to bring new opportunities for promoting interdisciplinary collaborations at UBC.

The successful applicant will be nominated for a Canada Excellence Research Chair. The CERC nomination is subject to review and final approval by the CERC Secretariat. The CERC award, if successful, will be for $1 million per year for eight years.

As a faculty member and CERC chair holder, the successful candidate will be expected to lead a strong, externally-funded research program, supervise postdoctoral fellows and graduate students, collaborate with other faculty members within the institution and beyond, teach undergraduate and graduate students and actively participate in service to the Department, University, and national and international academic/scientific community.

In addition to the above, candidates must

• have a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline 
• be internationally recognized leaders of an interdisciplinary research program with at least 10 years of internationally competitive research experience in synthetic methods applied to medicinal chemistry 
• have demonstrated leadership in research and teaching that is creative, innovative, and collaboration-based

CERC holders will have strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion and a commitment to creating a welcoming community where those who are historically, persistently, or systemically marginalized are treated equitably, feel respected, and belong.  BC recognizes that inclusion is built by individual and institutional responsibility through continuous engagement with diversity to inspire people, ideas, and actions for a better world. As Canada’s highest research chair appointees, UBC CERCs will have a unique and profound impact on our commitments to these values.

It is expected that the successful candidate will qualify for a full-time appointment at the rank of professor, or associate professor and expected to be promoted to full professor within one or two years of the nomination.  ominees from outside the academic sector must possess the qualifications necessary to be appointed at these levels.  he anticipated start date will be July 1, 2023. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and is subject to final budgetary approval. ompetitive start-up packages, relocation, housing assistance and infrastructure development funds will be provided. 

he successful applicant will be nominated for a Canada Excellence Research Chair. The CERC nomination is subject to review and final approval by the CERC Secretariat.

Program nominees are not restricted by their nationality or their country of residence.  on-Canadian Chairholders may work in Canada under the procedures by Employment and Social Development Canada and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. In some cases, a work permit may be expedited.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. 

BC is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive, non-discriminatory and accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. UBC is also committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants.  f you require accommodations or have questions about UBC benefits, services or accommodations policies, please contact Sue Lebrun at sue.lebrun@ubc.ca in Workplace Health Services.

UBC recognizes the legitimate impact that leaves (e.g., parental leaves, illness or disability, COVID-19 impacts) can have on research achievement and commits to ensuring that leaves are taken into careful consideration. Candidates are encouraged to highlight in their application how interruptions have had an impact on their career.

To apply: Interested candidates must apply by sending complete applications to chemsearch@chem.ubc.ca. Complete applications will include a detailed curriculum vitae, a research statement, an equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) statement, and the names and contact information of three references.  s part of the application process, applicants will be asked to complete a voluntary employment equity survey. 

Review of applications will begin on May 31, 2022.