Summer 2015 Oak Ridge National Labs Internship

IHME Post-Bachelor Fellowship Program

The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington offers a Post-Bachelor Fellowship in Global Health that combines a full-time professional position, academic research, and education with progressive on-the-job training and mentoring from renowned group of professors.  This program provides Post-Bachelor Fellows the option to pursue for a fully-funded Master of Public Health at the University of Washington. 

Further information about the Post-Bachelor Fellowship program and how to apply can also be found at on the IHME Post-Bachelor Fellowship page.   

Summary of list of undergraduate research, intern, coop, and study abroad opportunities

Chem and Biochem Majors,

Below is a compiled list of undergraduate research, intern, coop, and study abroad opportunities for CoS undergraduates. Please encourage your students to review and apply over the winter break/early January.

http://cosinfo.gatech.edu/getexperience 

CDC ORISE fellow position - December 2014

CDC has a fellowship opening to be filled as soon as possible.

They are looking for an applicant that has already graduated with either a BS or a MS in a chemistry/biology related science. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required and mass spectrometry experience is highly preferred.

Georgia Tech graduates are highly respected in the Division of Laboratory Sciences.

If you would like to be considered for this position: please send resume to John Lee at ito7@cdc.gov.

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The positions are located in the Tobacco Exposure Biomarkers Laboratory, Emergency Response
and Air Toxicants Branch, Division of Laboratory Sciences (DLS), National Center for Environmental Health, CDC (Atlanta, Georgia). DLS is seeking multiple chemists (BS, MS and PhD) to work full-time on a regular shift supporting projects in the Tobacco Exposure Biomarkers Laboratory. The selected persons will be responsible for providing analytical support for the analysis of tobacco exposure biomarkers, including projects associated with FDA regulation of tobacco products.

The incumbents are expected to improve existing and develop new analytical methods to measure
tobacco exposure biomarkers using various sample preparation techniques and instrumentations,
including liquid-liquid extraction, solid-phase extraction, GC/MS/MS and LC/MS/MS. These positions will also involve performing routine sample analysis on GC/MS/MS or LC/MS/MS instrumentation, including analyzing samples, checking chromatograms, etc. In addition, these positions also require the selected persons to maintain instrument at highest sensitivity possible daily, update instrument service records and sample log at regular basis, trouble shoots the analytical method and instrument when there is a problem in the assay, and participate in data review and data compilation. The selected applicants will also have to interface with various laboratory staff and management to determine specific needs and to assist with implementation and maintenance. The selected applicants will have to obtain and maintain a CDC security clearance. Relocation allowances are not authorized for this position.

Primary job responsibilities will include:

1. Develop new analytical methods to measure tobacco exposure biomarkers using various sample
preparation techniques and instrumentations, including liquid-liquid extraction, solid-phase extraction,
GC/MS/MS and LC/MS/MS.
2. Perform routine sample preparation on automation systems, including check in samples, restock lab
supplies, maintain robotic systems, etc.
3. Perform routine sample analysis on GC/MS/MS or LC/MS/MS instrument, including analyzing
samples, checking chromatograms, etc.
4. Maintain and tune instrument at regular basis. Maintain instrument service records and sample log.
5. Trouble shoots the entire analytical method when there is a problem in the assay. Maintain highest
sensitivity possible daily for routine sample analysis.
6. Interface with various laboratory staff and management to determine specific needs and to assist with
implementation and maintenance. Provide technical guidance to junior scientists.
7. Participate in data review and analysis.
8. Adhere to CLIA Guidelines with regard to laboratory protocols and quality control. Assist in
maintaining various lab records and in survey sample management.

Requirements:

1. BS, MS or PhD in Chemistry or related science with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
2. Experienced in operating and maintaining analytical instrumentation: HPLC, UPLC, GC/MS/MS or
LC/MS/MS.
3. Knowledgeable in isotope dilution mass spectrometry.
4. Experienced in troubleshooting HPLC and tandem mass spectrometer.
5. Proficiency in the use of SAS, EXCEL, WORD, and PowerPoint software.
6. Excellent at being meticulous, detail-oriented, neat and organized.
7. Excellent at keeping records.
8. Excellent written and verbal skills. Good at team work.
Preferred Experience:
9. Experienced in developing analytical methods to measure biomarkers of exposure or effect in
biological samples.
10. Experienced in operating and maintaining automation robotic systems: Hamilton STAR, TECAN Freedom, Caliper Sciclone, etc.
11. Experienced with biological sample preparation techniques: solid phase extraction (SPE) and Liquid-liquid extraction (L-L).
12. Familiar with CLIA regulation, or other ISO, GLP guidelines.

If you would like to be considered for this position: please send resume to John Lee at ito7@cdc.gov.

Summer 2015 Research Experience for Undergraduates at Northwestern University

The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) at Northwestern University offers a 9-week paid summer Research Experience for Undergraduates program. Research areas include ceramics, polymers, nanoparticles, photonics, molecular electronics and biomaterials. While there are many REU programs, the NU-MRSEC stands out in offering students an interdisciplinary research experience. This opportunity is open to all physics, chemistry, engineering and materials science students who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Please forward the announcement below to any students who you think might be interested in participating in our program. If you have a specific person in mind, which you wish to recommend, please let us know. Thank you for your help in getting the word out about this opportunity.

If you would like us to mail you a flier, please let me know.

Sincerely,

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Aleta Hagman, Ph.D.

Education and Outreach Coordinator

Materials Research Science and Engineering Center

Northwestern University

2145 Sheridan Road, Tech K111

Evanston, IL 60208-3116

http://www.mrsec.northwestern.edu

Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates at Northwestern University

The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) at Northwestern University offers a 9-week, paid summer research experience for undergraduates. The students are paired up with some of the leading research professors in science and engineering fields. Research areas include ceramics, polymers, nanocomposites, photonics, nanoparticles, molecular electronics and biomaterials. While there are many REU programs, the NU-MRSEC stands out in offering students an interdisciplinary research experience. Students currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in science or engineering who are US citizens or permanent residents are eligible. The program dates this year are June 22 to August 21, 2015; Applications are due Feb. 15, 2015. Participants are paid a $4500 stipend, a travel allowance, and on-campus housing is provided. For more information, please visit our website:

http://www.mrsec.northwestern.edu/content/educational_programs/reu.htm

If you have any questions, please contact us at mrc-reu@northwestern.edu

CDC Fellowship position - BS level

Fellowship Positions at the

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

National Center for Environmental Health

Division of Laboratory Sciences

The Protein Biomarker- Lipid Reference Laboratory at the National Center for Environmental Health, CDC is performing research in the areas of human biomonitoring and chronic disease biomarkers. This research involves the development of analytical methods to measure biomarkers such as steroid hormones, lipids, and trans-fatty acids, which have been linked with chronic disease. Information obtained from this research will be used to determine the extent of exposure in the population as well as to identify normal ranges for chronic disease biomarkers. Findings will be used to help to identify population subgroups with increased exposure or risk, and to assess possible associations between exposure, risk, and health effects.

The research involves activities such as sample preparation using automated equipment, analysis of samples by mass spectrometry, data processing and analysis, and presentation of results. The candidate will perform these tasks in compliance with CDC and CLIA policies and regulations, which requires record keeping activities and performing administrative tasks.

This fellowship will provide the opportunity to obtain hands-on experience in human exposure research as well as laboratory medicine, using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and procedures, working in a CLIA regulated environment, and in biomonitoring related public health activities.

We are seeking candidates at the Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. levels with a degree in science (Minimum GPA: 3.0) and experience in chemical and analytical laboratory work.

At the Doctoral level, the following skills are desired:

· The ability to conceive, organize and carry out basic and applied research directed towards expanding scientific knowledge and understanding of human measurements of lipids and/or chemistry principles associated with clinical measurements.

· The aptitude to review scientific literature, formulate research plans, conduct laboratory experiments, interpret and evaluate results and other findings, and write reports describing the results and conclusions.

· The ability to interact with professional and technical laboratory personnel detailed to assist in accomplishing specifically designated program activities.

· Experience with HPLC, GC, and MS instrumentation is required.

At the Master’s level, the following skills are desired:

· The ability to organize and carry our basic and applied research directed towards expanding scientific knowledge and understanding of human measurements of lipids and/or chemistry principles associated with clinical measurement.

· The aptitude to review scientific literature, formulate research plans, conduct laboratory experiments, interpret and evaluate results and other findings, and write reports describing the results and conclusions.

· Experience with HPLC, GC, and MS instrumentation is required.

At the Bachelor’s level, the following skills are desired:

· Experience conducting routine laboratory tasks.

· HPLC, GC, and MS instrumentation experience.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

This fellowship is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) (visit http://orise.orau.gov/cdc/ for further information). The initial appointment is for one year, but may be renewed for up to four year. The participant will receive a monthly stipend depending on educational level and experience and following the federal salary tables (GS tables). The appointment is full-time at CDC in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. Participants do not become employees of CDC or the program administrator, and there are no fringe benefits paid.

Applications should be emailed to Heather Kuiper, Ph.D. (HKuiper@cdc.gov) by December 23^rd, 2014. The application should include a curriculum vitae or resume, copy of transcripts, current pay stub or salary on letterhead (if applicable) and two letters of recommendation (letters by E-mail are sufficient).