Saturday, August 31, 2013

Stamps Health Services Ambassadors


To current and prospective Pre-Health students,
Be a part of Stamps Health Services Ambassadors to further your experience in any Pre-Health field.  We offer clinics and volunteer opportunities for students to build relationships with doctors and to connect them with other students in the Pre-Health field.  SHS Ambassadors also offers a mentorship program with various physicians at Stamps Health Services on campus for upperclassman.  

Please complete the application by September 6th and if you have any questions or connections, contact us at gtshsambassadors@gmail.com or http://health.gatech.edu/Pages/SHSAmbassadors.aspx.

Apply today and stay connected with the Pre-Health community!


Much appreciated,
Jane Puntkattalee

-- 
Melissa (Jane) Puntkattalee
Georgia Institute of Technology Class of 2015
Biochemistry Major & Biomedical Engineering Minor 

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Coffee with the Chair starting Sept. 9th!

Dear Chemistry and Biochemistry Undergrads:

In an effort to alleviate that inevitable Monday afternoon crash, I would like to invite you to come have a cup of coffee with me on Mondays at 2pm in the Colony Bistro (restaurant between MoSE and ES&T - downstairs).  Just drop in - I will be around until 3pm most Mondays, or until the conversation and/or coffee run out.  I am interested to hear the undergraduate perspective of our School and the Institute as a whole, and am happy to share my thoughts on education, research, anything else you feel like talking about. 

Visit the CHEM Undergrad Blog (http://chembchmuggatech.blogspot.com/) for updates throughout the semester.  I STRONGLY suggest following that blog via RSS so you don't miss any important updates/announcements.

We will start these meetings on September 9th - hope to see you there!

-Andrew Lyon, Chair - School of Chemistry and Biochemistry


***IMPORTANT - PLEASE check the blog (http://chembchmuggatech.blogspot.com/) for updates - there will be some Mondays where I am unavailable due to travel and will have to cancel****

Sigma Xi Grants & Research/Poster Presentation

STUDENT RESEARCH GRANTS
Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society is now accepting student grant applications through the Grant-in-Aid of Research Program.  Applications are accepted in all fields of science and engineering.  The application deadline is October 15, 2013 for awards to be disbursed in January 2014. 
Additional information at:  http://www.sigmaxi.org/programs/giar
Email questions to giar@sigmaxi.org

CALL FOR STUDENT PRESENTATIONS
Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to share their research through poster presentations at the Sigma Xi Annual Meeting and International Research Conference on November 8th and 9th in the Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.  Abstracts accepted in all fields of science and engineering with awards given for outstanding presentations.  A full announcement is included below.

Email questions to meeting@sigmaxi.org


National Role Model Conference-Call for Researchers














Wednesday, August 21, 2013

SpaceUp Atlanta 2013--Saturday, Sept. 28th

Hi Fellow Space Enthusiasts,

We are inviting you to SpaceUp Atlanta 2013 on Saturday September 28!

SpaceUp Atlanta is an "unconference" totally dedicated to anything and everything about space! As an unconference, SpaceUp encourages full immersion of the attendees who are able to decide the topics and overall structure and even participate by starting discussions, moderating a panel, or giving a talk on a subject. SpaceUp Atlanta will be an event for space enthusiasts all around Georgia of every capacity, from students to teachers to professionals, to form an amazing, interactive space community like no other.

Event: SpaceUp Atlanta
Time: September 28, 2013, 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM (Sign in starts at 8:30 AM)
Location: Georgia Tech Research Institute Conference Center, 250 14th Street, NW , Atlanta, GA

To sign up for SpaceUp Atlanta, please visit: http://spaceupatl.eventbrite.com/. With a registration fee of only $20, we will provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks throughout the day so you won't miss out on any of the great space discussions all day long. Plus, we'll throw in some freebies such as t-shirts and stickers to take home to remind you of all the fun of the unconference. Register before September 25, because late/at-the-door registration will be $30.

For more information, please visit http://www.spaceupatl.com, follow us on Twitter @SpaceUpAtl, or become a fan on our Facebook page SpaceUpATL. If you have any questions, please e-mail us at spaceupatl@gmail.com.

Sincerely,

Fred Boyd

SpaceUp Atlanta - Where “Space is Peachy"

GT Student Hospital Connections General Orientation- Thursday, August 22nd @ 7pm!

To current and prospective Pre-Health students alike: do you want exposure to the field of medicine but don't know how to get started? How about weekly shuttle rides to local hospitals or opportunities to meet with medical professionals?

GT Student Hospital Connections offers all that and more! A student-run Pre-Med organization, GT SHC sets up volunteering opportunities at Grady Memorial Hospital and Atlanta Medical Center. Interviews and orientations are conducted on campus and weekly transportation is provided for those who require it. Not only do we provide medical exposure, but also offer further opportunities to explore the field with guest speakers, chance to interact with other Pre-Health students, and more!

1. General orientation will take place in Klaus 1456 at 7:00pm on Thursday, August 22nd. The orientation is open to anyone who wants to learn about GT SHC. We strongly encourage attending the orientation to anyone who plans to volunteer through SHC for the first time.
2. Online membership application will be posted at the GT SHC site ( http://gtshc.weebly.com/) at 5pm on Wednesday, August 21st. Application is due by 11:59 p.m. August 23rd.
3. Accepted members will be notified by 5pm on Sunday, August 25th regarding on-campus interviews with the volunteering directors from Grady Memorial Hospital and Atlanta Medical Center.

For more information, check out our site: http://gtshc.weebly.com/. Contact SHC Secretary Ashley Lockwood (alockwood3@gatech.edu) should you have any questions! Be sure to check us out!

Best of luck this semester



Monday, August 19, 2013

Applications for the GT Petit UG Research Scholars program open August 19

http://ibb.gatech.edu/petit-scholars


Wednesday, August 14, 2013

JOB OPPORTUNITY - BS degree - OPTI Medical - 2 positions - Roswell, Georgia

Lab Technician
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
·         Have knowledge of routine laboratory equipment and procedures
·         Read, understand, and follow applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs)
·         Prepare specimens for routine laboratory assays
·         Run laboratory assays
·         Proficiency in multiple benches
·         Ensure client turnaround times (TATs) are met
·         Fill all reagents needed and document quality control information for equipment used
·         Prepare equipment for next shift (fill reagents, run controls, etc.)
·         Document and report problems to supervisor
·         Inform supervisor of workflow progress and discrepancies during shift
·         Clean and stock supplies in work area
·         Track client sample and result information
·         Enter results in client reports
·         Perform minor machine maintenance procedures as directed
·         Understand and follow IDEXX laboratory safety procedures
·         Understand and follow IDEXX quality control procedures
·         Basic understanding and following concepts of LEAN and 5S
·         Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

EDUCATION: 

Vet tech, MLT or college degree in science preferred

EXPERIENCE:

·         Minimum 0 to 2 years laboratory experience preferred

Engineer I – Product.  Electrical or mechanical engineering background.
   
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Provides engineering support for Company products to ensure customer, manufacturing, service and other perspectives are included in product design. 
·         Ensures proper functioning of products from a customer standpoint and analyzes any product failures. 
·         Engineers product changes after rollout, if required. 
·         Serves as technical engineering representative in product management teams, coordinating with marketing, customer support, manufacturing and other areas. 
·         Provides training to customer support personnel on new products, changes and enhancements. 
·         Contributes to product and supplier improvement initiatives. 
·         Provides technical assistance to manufacturing and service lines for product related issues.
·         Performs other duties as assigned. 
·         Adheres to and models the IDEXX Purpose & Guiding Principles.

EDUCATION:

4 year Engineering degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE:

·      0+ years experience.  Entry level skill set.

Engineer II – Process.  Electrical or mechanical engineering background.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Performs variety of process engineering activities for Company products.
·         Supports continuous improvement activities to meet service cost, quality and schedule goals.  Develops methods for handling and processing of materials to comply with design, manufacturing and safety requirements.
·         Resolves manufacturing/service problems.  Performs on-going problem solving and process refinement in collaboration with internal personnel and suppliers.
·         Recommends and justifies equipment/tools used for processing and manages implementation to meet cost, quality and schedule goals.  Utilizes appropriate levels of verification and validation when qualifying and implementing new tools or processes.
·         Ensures processes remain ISO compliant.  Develops specifications associated with process output and determine test methods for specification compliance.
·         Manages tasks and projects through to successful completion and attainment of goals. 
·         Generates SOPs/work instructions and conducts training of personnel in the methods and techniques used.
·         Works with product development teams to provide support and services in areas of functional and skill expertise.  Learns and becomes expert on the technical aspects of the product(s) in area(s) of responsibility. 
·         Coordinates with other functional areas to plan and implement work and exchange information.  Coordinates with outside vendors and suppliers as needed.
·         Utilizes Lean, Six Sigma and other quality and reliability improvement techniques in ongoing work and participates in related projects.
·         Performs other duties as assigned.  ·     

EDUCATION:

4 year Engineering degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

EXPERIENCE:

·         Experience working within a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) or ISO 9000 environment preferred.
·         Biotech or related industry experience preferred.
·      Typically 3+ years experience


--
Nicole Marotta, Ph.D
Sustaining Engineering Manager
OPTI Medical Systems
235 Hembree Park Drive
Roswell, GA 30076
Phone: 770-668-1729
Cell: 678-327-3144

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Internships and Co-op Chemical Manufacturer - Powder Spring, GA

 Ajay North America, LLC

My name is Tiffany Bryant.  I work for a chemical manufacturing facility in Powder Springs, GA.  We are investigating becoming involved with local universities for Co-op and Internships.  We do have learning experiences for both Chemist and Chemical Engineers.  We are interested in seeing what would be involved on our end to provide this service and if you would have students interested.  Any information or who I might need to contact to find out that information would be greatly appreciated.


Thanks you,

Tiffany Bryant
Laboratory Director
Ajay North America, LLC
1400 Industry Road
Powder Springs, GA 30127
T: 770-943-6202
F: 770-439-0349