January 21st, 2009 - Undergraduate Newsletter
This newsletter is prepared by the Chemistry Undergraduate Office to provide information that is important and relevant to Chemistry students. If you would like to submit an announcement for future newsletters, please email the office at chemound@indiana.edu, or call us at 855-2700.
General Chemistry tutoring (100-level courses): Monday - Wednesday 6:45-9:45 pm
Organic tutoring: Tutoring will begin on January 20th and will run through up until finals week. Please check back for further updates.
The Chemistry Undergraduate Office maintains a list of graduate students
and advance undergraduate students who are qualified to tutor at
http://www.chem.indiana.edu/academics/ugrad/tutors.asp. Students may contact these tutors to make arrangements for private tutoring.
Payment and meeting times are negotiated between the student and the tutor (not the Dept. of Chemistry).
Math Learning Center: 855-5377 http://math.indiana.edu/programs/undergrad/mlc. Help is also available for all mathematics courses, 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Sunday through Thursday, in the Academic Support Centers in Teter, Briscoe, and Forest Quads. Academic Support Centers: 855-7668 http://indiana.edu/~acadsupp/info2.shtml.
Tutoring
If you will be applying to graduate schools this fall and spring, you should take the GRE general test soon. Applications to some graduate schools can be due as early as November or December. The general test can be taken almost anytime on computer at IUB's Evaluative Services and Testing Office in Franklin Hall room 014. To schedule to take the exam, stopin their office, or call 856-0684. Their website http://www.indiana.edu/~best/best_cbt.shtml has a link to the GRE site where you can find information about the GRE chemistry subject test, which is required by some graduate programs.
The University of Wisconsin in Madison offers a Biochemical and Molecular Nutrition Emphasis (BMN) group that reflects the fact that modern nutrition is an interdisciplinary science with research emphasis in Animal Nutrition, Human Nutrition and Biochemical and Molecular Nutrition. The BMN group offers training that leads to a Ph.D. degree in Nutritional Sciences. Students who have backgrounds in biochemistry, molecular biology or related disciplines and who wish to focus their interests on studying fundamental biological processes are urged to apply.
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Major areas of faculty research include: Organic and inorganic synthesis, Chemical biology, Surface science, Combinational chemistry, Bioanalytical chemistry, Polymer and materials chemistry, Bioorganic chemistry and drug design, Organic reaction mechanisms, Organometallic chemistry, and many more. For more information on the graduate studies in chemistry, please refer to the following website:chem.pitt.edu.
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Arizona State is exceptionally diverse in terms of programs and faculty research interests. The traditional areas of chemistry are all well-represented, the Department has a historical track record of remarkable and effective support of chemical research in interdiscliplinary areas, including biophysics, bio-organic chemistry, solid-state chemistry, geochemistry, environmental chemistry and materials science.
The Department now ranks in the top 30 among Ph.D. granting chemistry departments in the United States in terms of chemical research spending and 7th nationally, behind only Harvard, U.C. Berkeley, Stanford, University of Wisconsin, Princeton, and MIT, in papers published in Science and Nature in the last 5 years. The Department has both Masters and Ph.D. programs, and can support students who are looking for temporary research intern positions.
Please refer to the following website for more information: www.chem.arizona.edu or call 1-800-545-5814.
The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
If you are looking for a degree in Marine Science and Technology then Dartmouth may be the University for you. The University is currently seeking applicants with degrees in the sciences, engineering, and applied mathematics.
The degrees offered are MS and PhD in:
For more information, please refer to the following websites: www.smast.umassd.edu and www.umassmarine.net .
The Clemson chemistry department offers programs leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees with an emphasis in analytical, inorganic, organic or physical chemistry. Individual programs of study may involve an intensive concentration in one of these traditional areas of chemistry or in a combination of areas. Twenty-four faculty members direct student research in a wide range of interdisciplinary projects. In order to find out more about becoming a part of the Clemson graduate chemistry program in one of three ways.
1. Send a request to chemgradprogram@chemed.ces.clemson.edu.
2. Call toll-free at 1-888-539-8854.
3. Visit the departmental web site at www.chemistry.clemson.edu. The website provides the most up-to-date information about the program. An application can be initiated via the website, completely free of charge.
The University of Toldeo offers an excellent Graduate program in Chemistry and also has many opportunities for financial support for new Graduate students. For the 2008 term year, they offer $15,000 for Masters level for one year and $19,000 for Ph.D. level for one year in a Teaching Assistant position. There are also Departmental Merit awards that range from $1,000-$3,000 additional per year for Qualified Students.
For more information, please view their home page at: http://www.utoledo.edu/as/chemistry/index.html
The Department of Media and Theatre Arts is offering a unique graduate program for people with degrees in science, engineering, or technology who want to become professional filmmakers. For more information, please visit the website at: http://naturefilm.montana.edu or contact the Program Manager at 406-994-5884.
University of Cincinnati-College of Medicine
The University of Cincinnati is actively seeking outstanding science students to their Graduate training program in Biomedical Sciences. The College of Medicine offers extraordinary opportunities in research training for highly motivated students interested in earning a PhD or MD/PhD in biomedical sciences. Graduate training at The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is ranked in the top 25% in the U.S. Many of our departments rank in the top ten across the country. Also, each PhD student receives a scholarship that pays for 100% of tuition and fees, paid health insurance, plus a generous annual stipend that matches or exceeds those at other nationally ranked institutions. For more information, please visit the departmental website, www.med.uc.edu/GraEd.
Computational Biology is rapidly evolving in order to address the complex challenges of the 21st century in understanding the behavior of biological systems and human diseases. A students program of study in the computational biology program includes: a dual faculty mentorship in the life and mathematical sciences, courses in the student's home department and in scientific computing, computational biology, and research ethics, interdisciplinary interactions including research collaborations and summer internships, and career guidance/mentoringactivities. Computational biologists are now widely sought by industry, research centers, and universities. For more information, please refer to: www.nyu.edu/fas/programs/compbio.
Carnegie Mellon's department of Chemistry has been growing considerably in the last few years by expanding their graduate program and adding new faculty members in atmospheric, bioorganic, physical, polymer, and theoretical/computational chemistry. Their highly interdisciplinary, collaborative programs are aimed at preparing their graduate students to enter rapidly changing job markets. The efforts in this direction are aided by numerous interdisciplinary grants and graduate fellowships such as Bayer Corporation graduate fellowships, the latter aimed in part to provide additional opportunities for students from underrepresented groups. Carnegie Mellon provides a highly supportive atmosphere for graduate education through small research groups and many opportunities for interdisciplinary and collaborative projects. For more information, please refer to the following site: http://www.chem.cmu.edu/grad.
If you are looking into graduate school, you should look into the Center of Molecular Toxicology at Vanderbilt University. Their program has an outstanding graduate program and the enhancement of facilities and personnel over the past few years has developed the program into being one of the best in the nation, offering students excellent academic and research experience in toxicology. The students in this program participate through the departments of Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Medicine, Pathology, and Pharmacology. To obtain more information, please visit their website: http://www.toxicology.mc.vanderbilt.edu.
IU School of Medicine has a new program called the BioMedical Gateway (IBMG) program. The IBMG program provides a shared first year experience for all School of Medicine biomedical science predoctoral (Ph.D. program) students. Outstanding students are recruited locally, nationally, and internationally for the IBMG Program. A student's first year of study in the IBMG Program is built around a core curriculum leading to a choice of modular electives that match their interest, laboratory research rotations, and strong support and mentoring. Ultimately, this year of research exploration and laboratory rotations culminates in the student's choice to join one of hundreds of research labs affiliated with one of the tenbiomedical science Ph.D. degree programs. The programs are the following: Anatomy and Cell Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Cellular and Integrative Physiology, Medical and Molecular Genetics, Medical Biophysics and Biomolecular Imaging, Medical Neuroscience, Microbiology and Immunology, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Pharmacology, and Toxicology. Program descriptions and application information can also be accessed via: http://www.iu.edu/~gradschl/
Graduate Programs
The ACS Program is accepting applications for the 2007-2008 academic year. The program is currently in its twelfth year of funding authorization by the Society's Board Directors. The scholarship is designed to encourage African-American, Hispanic, and Native American students to pursue undergraduate college degrees in the chemical sciences. The goal of the scholarship program is to promote diversity in the chemical sciences by aiding in building an awareness of college students in these minority groups of the value and rewards associated with careers in science and to assist these students in acquiring skills and credentials needed for success in these areas. The ACS Scholars Program will award approximately 100 scholarships to undergraduate students, and also high school students who will be entering college are also eligible. The scholarship is valued up to $2,500 per academic year for freshman, and up to $3,000 per academic year for sophomores, and up to $5,000 per academic year for juniors and seniors. The web site: www.chemistry.org can also be accessed for an online application or additional information about the program.
Scholarship Opportunities
The Summer Research Program at the Center for Computational Chemistry is designed to provide outstanding undergraduate chemistry, physics, and mathematics majors an oppurtunity to explore quantum chemistry at a world-class research institute.
The program includes:
For additional information, visit: http://www.ccc.uga.edu/summer or send an email to summer@ccc.uga.edu.
USC Dept of Chemistry Research Experience for Undergraduates
The University of Southern California's REU program is going to be offered May 31st-August 7th, 2009 and it is open to sophmores or juniors who are US citizens or permanent residents. Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. Participants will recieve a $3,500 stipend for the 10 weeks, which includes housing, meals, student health center fee, and travel costs. There is a broad selection of research groups in inorganic/biochemistry, physical/theoretical, and organic/materials chemistry. To fill out an application, please go to http://chem.usc.edu/reu.html . All applications need to be completed by February 15th, 2009.
UNM Research Experience for Undergraduates
The UNM REU program is a 10-week Research Internship in Albuquerque , New Mexico from May 26th-August 1st, 2009. Students will work closely with their mentors on cutting-edge projects in Nanoscience, Materials Science, and other exciting areas. The REU program also includes: $4,000 stipend, on-campus housing, up to $500 of Travel Costs covered by UNM REU, and also recreational activities such as White Water Rafting, Hiking, Tour of Los Alamos National Labs, and other trips. Students must be a US citizen or a permanent resident and also must be sophmore or junior attending a college or university. For more information, please visit: www.unm.edu/~reu.
Clemson University Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP)
Clemson University's Dept. of Chemistry is hosting their summer Undergrad. research program from May 24th-July 31st, 2009. The requirements are an interest in a research or educational career in chemistry, and a US citizen/resident of International student at a US or Puerto Rican institution holding an F-1 or a J-1 visa. Students admitted to the program will receive a $4,500 stipend for a 10 week program, a dormitory to stay in provided by the program, and a travel supplement. For more information or to complete an online application form and recommendation letters, please visit: http://chemistry.clemson.edu/undergraduate/SURP/.
The University of Alabama Arts & Sciences SURP Program
The National Science Foundation for students is pleased to announce the Summer 2009 Undergrad. Research Participation (SURP) Program. Students (preferably juniors, who will be seniors in the 2009-2010 academic year) who are chosen to participate will receive a $4,000 stipend plus on-campus housing in furnished apartments during the 10 week program (May 31-August 9, 2009). The deadline to complete and turn in an application is Feb. 28th, 2009, and the website, where information can be found is at: http://www.bama.ua.edu/~chem/programs/summerprogs/suurp.html.
Summer Research
Merck Information Session on Oct. 16thTime/location to be determinedInterviews on Oct. 17Resume submission deadline Oct. 3Majors-Chemistry, BioChemistry and Biotech Research Chemist and Sr. Research Chemist Analytical Chemist, Staff Chemist, Research Chemist
Job Description Merck & Co. Inc., established in 1891, is a global research-driven pharmaceutical company dedicated to putting patients first. Join us and experience our culture first-hand — one of strong ethics & integrity, diversified experiences and a resounding passion for improving human health. As part of our global team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
You will also work on general assignments or specific parts of overall projects related to:
Qualifications Candidates should hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or related field. Candidates are required to have at least 6 months of relevant independent chemistry research experience. Additionally, a strong academic record and well developed verbal and written communication skills are required. Pharmaceutical analytical chemistry experience in a research setting is preferred. U.S. work eligibility required. Consistently cited as a great place to work, we discover, develop, manufacture and market a wide range of vaccines and medicines to address unmet medical needs. Each of our employees is joined by an extraordinary sense of purpose — bringing Merck’s finest achievements to people around the world. We offer an excellent salary and an industry-ranked benefits program, including tuition reimbursement, work-life balance initiatives and developmental programs at all levels. Merck’s retirement package includes a pension plan and one of the best 401(k) plans in the nation. To be considered for this position, please visit our career site at www.merck.com/careers to create a profile and submit your resume. Merck is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V — proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations. Our work is someone’s hope. Join us.Where patients come first — Merck Senior Research Chemist / Research Fellow
Job Description Merck & Co. Inc., established in 1891, is a global research-driven pharmaceutical company dedicated to putting patients first. Join us and experience our culture first-hand — one of strong ethics & integrity, diversified experiences and a resounding passion for improving human health. As part of our global team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
You will also work on general assignments or specific parts of overall projects related to:
Supervision of junior level personnel may be required.
Qualifications Candidates should hold a PhD. degree in Chemistry with 0-5 years of experience in pharmaceutical analytical chemistry. Additionally, a strong academic record and well developed verbal and written communication skills are required. Pharmaceutical analytical chemistry experience in a research setting is preferred. U.S. work eligibility required. Consistently cited as a great place to work, we discover, develop, manufacture and market a wide range of vaccines and medicines to address unmet medical needs. Each of our employees is joined by an extraordinary sense of purpose — bringing Merck’s finest achievements to people around the world. We offer an excellent salary and an industry-ranked benefits program, including tuition reimbursement, work-life balance initiatives and developmental programs at all levels. Merck’s retirement package includes a pension plan and one of the best 401(k) plans in the nation.
To be considered for this position, please visit our career site at www.merck.com/careers to create a profile and submit your resume. Merck is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V — proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.
The Early College High School Program is looking for people who love English or Math to become high school tutors. The high school students enrolled in the Early College High School program are students who are underrepresented in universities -- generally they are minority students who come from low-income families and they will be the first in their family to go to college. The Early College program tries to help these students by providing college courses in high school, mentors, tutors, college planning advice, and full scholarships to IU if they succeed in high school. It's a really wonderful program to be involved with and there is no doubt that you would be making a difference in the lives of the Early College students.
The tutoring days, times, and locations are as follows:
Monday 2:40-4:15 at Bloomington North
Tuesday 11:00-4:00 at Bloomington South
Wednesday 2:40-4:15 at Bloomington North
Thursday 11:00-4:00 at Bloomington South
Please Contact:
Diana Schmalzried
Early College High School Tutor Coordinator
812.856.8244
dschmalz@indiana.edu
School of Education
Room 2110
Job description:
Our lab focuses on the use of genetic approaches to study the mammalian nervous system. We have been analyzing the role of the receptor tyrosine kinases, the “ErbBs”, and their ligands, the “neuregulins”. The role of neuregulin signaling in the nervous system has attracted considerable attention since the identification of the neuregulin gene as a risk factor for schizophrenia. We are seeking undergraduate students to assist in the cleaning of laboratory glassware, the preparation of buffer solutions/bacteriological media, and in the preparation of DNA plasmid samples. The students will also participate in the genotyping of transgenic mice using PCR and gel electrophoresis and in the sectioning and histological analyses of transgenic mouse brains. Students may also be invited to participate in other projects, if interested.
Requirements: Sophomore – Senior standing~10-15 hrs./wk (Flexible)
Please contact:Moe mpazos@indiana.edu or 812-856-5239
Simon Hall
Please see www.IUCAREERS.COM for information about career opportunities at Baxter and other employers.
Experienced Chemists and IU Chemistry Alumni speak about Chemical Careers in Industry and Government
The Dept. of Chemistry is sponsoring a seminar series on chemical careers in industry and government.
Most of the lectures will be given by IU Chemistry Alumni. Each seminar is on Tuesday and on the
following Wednesday the speaker will lead a roundtable discussion and will be available for individual
meetings. Contact Jeanette Silvers at esilvers@indiana.edu to sign up to attend a roundtable discussion
or an individual meeting with a speaker.
Did you know about the IU Health Professions and Prelaw Center's (HPPLC's) Email Lists?
Interested in applying to medical school, dental school, or other health profession
programs? If yes, you should sign up for the IU Health Professions and Prelaw Center's
(HPPLC's) email list in your area of interest. The list will inform you of upcoming
events, programs, medical school and dental school admission workshops, visits to IU
by admission officials from around the country, and provide timely information about what
you should be doing for the complex admissions process. You will only receive emails
pertinent to your specific area(s) of interest and to your specific year in school.
If you are interested in the possibility of law school please feel free to sign up for the prelaw list as well.
Please go to www.hpplc.indiana.edu and click on the "Mail Lists" icon. After you log on,
fill in your name, class, and area of interest. That's it! If you have any questions,
please call HPPLC at 812-855-1873 or email hpplc@indiana.edu.
The AfterCollege Job Resource Center for the Chemistry Department offers a career resource center that is complete with resumes, interview and salary guides that include sample resumes, interview questions and salary worksheets. They also will inform you about new entry-level, internships, and part-time positions available specifically for those with a chemistry background with employers like Aerospace Corporation, Disney, Bayer, Eli Lilly, Freescale, Genentech, Sun Microsystems, Informatica, Baker Hughes, and many more. Visit: the AfterCollege Account Sign Up to apply for positions that you are interested in.
There have been numerous inquiries about storing letters of recommendation for students
in a credentials file which they may later use after graduation for grad school or job
applications, but the Arts and Sciences Career Services do not provide this such service.
But, students in the College of Arts and Sciences wishing to have such a file can go to
the Career Services office in the School of Education to establish one.
Their address is:
Education Career Services Office
School of Education
W.W. Wright Education Building, Room 1000
201 N. Rose Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47405
(812) 856-8506
carsrv@indiana.edu
www.education.indiana.edu/~careers
If you are interested in opening a credential file, you may print off forms at: http://education.indiana.edu/~careers/coas.html or pick up the forms at the Education Career Services Office. Completed forms must be submitted in person to the Education Career Services Office.
LAMP is an honors-level interdisciplinary certificate offered by the College of Arts and Sciences in cooperation with the Kelley School of Business. LAMP combines any College of Arts and Sciences major with specialized training in business and management to prepare strong students with wide interests and leadership potential for careers in business and other professions. To learn more and to apply go to: www.iub.edu/~lamp. If you would like to meet with LAMP's Academic Advisor, call 856.4966 to schedule an appointment.
IU-Bloomington students at all degree levels can now register with www.IUcareers.com at no cost. Career counseling is also free at the Career Development Center/Arts & Sciences Career Services, 625 N. Jordan, M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Join the Student Alumni Association now and get special access to the IU alumni online directory where you can search for IU Alumni who are in the career field that you are pursuing.a great way to make some contacts and start building a network! You might meet someone who could help you find an internship or even a job! For more information and to sign up, go to www.indiana.edu/~saa.
Job Opportunities
There is a need of IU Students for numerous volunteer opportunities at the Middle Way House. IU offers a service learning course every Spring Break called Spring Break with kids. The course will teach students about domestic violence and poverty and how it impacts children's lives, and then will get to spend a whole week working with children that have had this impact on their lives. There are also needs for mentors, and also students to form groups to walk in Bloomington's Homeward Bond Walk. For more information on the volunteer opportunities, please send a email to msimonto@hotmail.com.
If you are interested in helping people, exploring the issues that relate to poverty, education and healthcare both here and abroad, discussing these problems with your peers, and having lots of fun while meeting lots of really cool altruistic people, then come to our meeting! We are a not-for-profit aid organization focusing on healthcare, education, and volunteerism both in the United States and abroad. We would love for anyone and everyone to join us this semester. We have planned some great activities, including community volunteering, a blood drive, and maybe even a guest speaker. Give us a try! What have you got to lose? Just drop us an e-mail at timmyfc@indiana.edu
Interested in service and networking with other people on campus and in the community? CKI - Circle K International, the largest and best international collegiate service organization - is the place for you! This is your way of enhancing your experience in college, giving back to the community, making new friends, and engaging in an organization that provides leadership training, socials, retreats, scholarships, jobs, and more across the world. We meet weekly on Tuesday evenings at 8pm in BUS 423.
Get involved!
Find more information by contacting circlek@indiana.edu.
Volunteer Opportunities
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