Research position in Molecular Thermodynamics

Highlights:

1. Institute of Chemical and Biological Technology Advertisement for Grant Research The project PTDC-CHI-71398-2006

2. You are applying for an open research grant under project "Lamination and compatibility of polymers using Technologies Green ".

3. Duration and scope of activity: Case lasting 06 months, eventually renewable up to 12 months and will begin to 01 from December 2009 in exclusive basis in accordance with regulations of advanced training

resources FCT (http://www.fct.mctes.pt/pt/apoios/formacao/ambitoprojectos) and Regulation fellowship ITQB.

4. Field: Work to be developed in the Laboratory Thermodynamics Molecular(http://www.itqb.unl.pt/research/technology/molecular-thermodynamics).

5. The fellow selected will be able to develop an innovative research work in the area of physical chemistry in a draft interface with the area of polymers. In particular, the fellow will be involved in development of new ionic liquids and the study of solubility polymers in ionic liquids.

6. Advisor: The activity will be supervised by Prof.. Luis Paulo Rebelo and Dr. Joseph Hope.

7. Education: will be considered graduates / masters in Chemistry, Chemistry, Physics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related areas.

Other Requirements:

Ability to work as a team.

Laboratory experience.

Good knowledge of English.

Postdoctoral position in Biological sciences

Highlights:

1. Duration of 14 months, expected to start November.

2. To study the molecular mechanisms of motility of organelles in the unit melano-epidermal Pele project aims to study the transport device of melanosomes in melanocytes, the transfer and processing within keratinocytes.

3. PhD in Cell Biology or other area relevante.Experiência Rab proteins in laboratory and / or molecular motors is desirable.

4. Ad Text: Advertisement for Grant Post-Doctoral under the Project PTDC/BIA-BCM/73146/2006

5. It is open competition for award of a Stock Postdoctoral under Project PTDC/BIA-BCM/73146/2006, designated "Molecular mechanisms of motility of organelles, funded by Foundation for Science and Technology, the following conditions:

6. Duration and scope of activity: Duration of 14 months, due to start in November, on an exclusive basis, in accordance with regulations training Advanced human resources FCT (http://www.fct.mctes.pt/pt/apoios/formacao/ambitoprojectos) and Regulation fellowship from the Gulbenkian Institute of Science (http://www.igc.gulbenkian.pt).

7. Purpose of Activity: To study the molecular mechanisms of motility  organelles in the unit melano-epidermal skin. The project aims to study  peripheral transport of melanosomes in melanocytes, the transfer and for processing within keratinocytes.

8. Advisor: membrane trafficking in disease and new therapies --

Miguel Seabra.

9. Education: PhD in Cell Biology or other area relevant. Laboratory experience in protein Rab and / or molecular motors desirable.

10. Remuneration: According to the table of values Fellowships  in the country, granted by FCT (€ 1495.00 / month).

11. Documents for application: a detailed curriculum vitae, contact

year (s) supervisor (s) and Statement of Purpose by post

or mail to:

Miguel Seabra

Gulbenkian Institute of Science

Apartado 14

2781-901 Oeiras

E-mail: mseabra@igc.gulbenkian.pt

12. Date of commencement and completion date of the application: from 16/10/2009 until 30.10.2009.

Chemistry Scientist position

Highlights:

1. The Scientist, Chemistry position is responsible for developing, updating and validating synthetic, purification and/or analytical procedures to support Chemistry and Process Development projects in the area of nucleic acid chemistry.

2. RESPONSIBILITIES: Development of project study plans and protocols, interim and final development reports, and SOPs, exercising a significant degree of scientific independence

3. Presentation of study designs and final results

4. Develop/update and validate scalable synthetic and/or purification procedures (including prep HPLC), and/or analytical methods (HPLC; LC/MS; quantitative UV/Vis; and 1H, 13C, 31P NMR) for key starting materials; unnatural nucleosides and nucleotides; phosphoramidites; and standard (unlabeled) and dyelabeled phosphodiester oligonucleotides (oligos)

5. Assist in the analysis of finished lots of phosphoramidites, single oligos, and oligo mixes Assist in the manufacturing of nucleosides, nucleotides, and phosphoramidites, as needed Detailed record keeping of experimental strategy and all experiments in a laboratory notebook or on production records as required (analytical, synthesis and/or purification procedures, and corresponding analytical data)

6. Train coworkers on newly developed or updated SOPs

7. Train and guide less experienced coworkers on laboratory equipment and procedures, and in safety Maintain supplies of commonly used chemicals and materials needed for chemistry group

8. Maintain good awareness of advances in nucleic acid chemistry

9. Other duties as required

10. REQUIREMENTS: BS/BA or MS (with 3 years relevant post-graduate experience) or PhD in analytical or organic chemistry, chemical biology, chemical engineering, or related field.

11. Experience with nucleic acid chemistry and analysis is strongly preferred.

12. Experience with equipment and instrumentation used in the synthetic organic and/or analytical chemistry laboratories

13. Organic chemistry experience working with up to the 5L scale is a plus

14. Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is a plus

15. High degree of attention to detail in the laboratory

16. Capable of independent problem solving and analytical skills

17. Strong organizational and time-management skills

18. Must be able to travel locally (within 20 miles) on regular basis and out-of-area infrequently.

19. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

20. EraGen Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer.

21. Please email cover letter and resume (including reference to Job Code) to:

hr@eragen.com.

EraGen Biosciences

Human Resources

918 Deming Way, Suite 201

Madison, WI 53717

Chemistry Laboratory Technician position

Highlights:

1. Applications are invited for a position of Laboratory Technician in the group of Dr. J.R. Galán-Mascarós. Background information on the research group can be found at: www.iciq.es

2. Applicants should possess a degree in chemistry (or equivalent) and preferably have 1-2 years of laboratory experience. Affinity with at least one of the following disciplines is desired: organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, electrochemistry and chromatography. Good level of English language will also be considered.

3. The laboratory technician will be in charge of lab equipments, daily laboratory maintenance and also involved in development of the ongoing scientific projects in the group.

4. We offer immediate incorporation.

Applications should be made earlier as they will be considered upon arrival, including the following documents:

(i) Application letter with the candidate's reasons for applying to the Laboratory Technician position (reference application)

(ii) CV

(iii) Description of previous laboratory experience

(iv) Name and contact addresses (e-mail) of two referees

5. jrgalan@iciq.es

Web: www.iciq.es Tarragona, Spain

6. Start date: 30 January 2010