Clinical Chemistry Branch - CDC’s National Center for Environmental Health - BS & MS degree

Fellowship Positions at the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Center for Environmental Health
Division of Laboratory Sciences
Clinical Chemistry Branch


The Clinical Chemistry Branch (CCB) at the Division of Laboratory Sciences (DLS), National Center for Environmental Health, CDC, conducts research and provides laboratory support to improve the detection of protein toxins. CCB develops analytical methods for the detection of botulinum neurotoxin, ricin, and abrin in clinical and/or environmental samples.


We are seeking candidates for a fellowship administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) (visit http://orise.orau.gov/cdc/ for further information) at the M.S., and B.S. levels with a degree in science (Minimum GPA: 3.0) and experience in chemical and analytical laboratory work.


The research involves activities such as sample preparation using automated equipment, analysis of samples by mass spectrometry, data processing and analysis using complex software and data evaluation procedures, and presentation of results. These tasks will be performed in compliance with DLS policies and regulations, such as those outlined in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA).


At the Master’s level, the following skills are desired:
* Experience with reviewing scientific literature, conducting laboratory experiments, interpreting and evaluating results and other findings, and writing reports describing the results and conclusions.
* Skills with handling complex analytical data, processing and presentation of results with the aid of software tools.
* Experience with MALDI-TOF MS instrumentation is desired.

At the Bachelor’s level, the following skills are desired:
* Experience conducting routine laboratory tasks independently.
* Undergraduate research laboratory experience.
* High level of 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 five years. The stipend depends on educational level and experience and follows those described in 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 Dr. Suzanne Kalb (skalb@cdc.gov) by May 3rd, 2017. The application should include a curriculum vitae or resume, copy of official transcripts, citizenship

St. Jude Ph.D program in Biomedical Sciences--info table Wednesday April 19 in SC Commons

The program described below may interest some of you students.  Please share the news about Wednesday's information table (12-1 in the Student Center, near the post office.

PhD in Biomedical Sciences Available at St. Jude

Learn More Wednesday, 12-1, at the Student Center Information Table 1 (near the post office)

The St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences is introducing a brand new doctoral program at the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.  This program allows high-achieving students to perform their thesis work with world-renowned researchers within St. Jude. The program is unique in that it is designed for students who have demonstrated research potential in their undergrad to complete their PhD in 5 years with a heavy translational component that puts a human face on the coursework.  Each student will be paired with a clinician so that they can follow St. Jude patients throughout their first year.  St. Jude is targeting applicants with an interest in the following health fields:

Cell & Molecular Biology

Chemical Biology & Therapeutics

Computational Biology

Developmental Biology

Developmental Neurobiology

Genetics

Hematology

Immunology

Infectious Diseases

Oncology

Pathology

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Radiation Oncology

Structural Biology

Tumor Cell Biology

If you’d like to learn more, please drop by the St. Jude’s Information, this Wednesday, 19 April, 12-1, in the Student Center Commons (near the post office).  Assistant Dean Racquel Collins, MT (ASCP), MBA, PhD, will be available to tell you more and answer questions about St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.

Sovay Specialty Polymer - BS Chemistry or Biochemistry openings - April 25, 2017 info session

Graduating Seniors (BS) and those otherwise interested in learning more about Solvay. 

Solvay Specialty Polymers will be visiting April 25^th to share information regarding career opportunities for newly graduating scientists and engineers at their Alpharetta R&D center located just north of Atlanta. 

They will be providing a Donut and Coffee Breakfast in MoSE room 3201A from 9:00-10:00 am as part of their visit.  If you are interested in attending this info session Please RSVP here:

https://beta.doodle.com/poll/ncy8ebu6py36z5bq#table

Following the information session, they will be hosting on-campus interviews for select students. If you would like to be considered for an interview, please email your resume tojoel.pollino@solvay.com by Saturday April 22^th.  You will be notified for your interview on Monday April 24^th.

Anyone interested in polymer science and/or small molecule organic synthesis please feel free to attend.  Attached are sample job descriptions for B.S. degree holder and Ph.D. degree holder for your reference. If you are applying, make sure to tailor your resume by listing your relevant experience to increase your chance!

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About Solvay Specialty Polymers:

Solvay’s polymer portfolio can be thought of as the most advanced collection of high performance materials in the world (see attached Polymer Pyramid).  Our customers demand performance over cost which gives scientists like me the opportunity to truly innovate in the field of polymer science. This is not too common these days as many chemical organizations largely possess commoditized offerings where their R&D efforts are primarily focused on “reducing cost”.  At Solvay, our talented scientists and engineers are highly engaged in intellectually stimulating growth initiatives that apply and develop new paradigms in the areas of organic synthesis, polymer synthesis, rheology, polymer physics, processing technology, analytical chemistry, and chemical engineering.  To learn more, visit http://www.solvay.com/en/markets-and-products/chemical-categories/specialty-polymers/

Defense Forensic Center - paid internship - seminar April 13 from 11-12 Boggs 2-90B

Are you looking for paid research experience?

Are you graduating without a plan in the Fall yet?

Come and check out the Defense Forensic Science Center (DFSC) Research Associate Program!

Through this program, undergraduate students come to work on a forensic science related research project for a summer, a semester, or a year. Three projects are currently open for recruiting!

Drs. Creager and Warner, research scientists from the DFSC, will visit Tech and give an info session at Thursday, April 13th from 11am to 12pm at Boggs 2-90B conference room. Please email Dr. Zhu (hui.zhu@chemistry.gatech.edu) to reserve your seat!

The School of Chemistry and Biochemistry will provide pizza for the info session.