Openings for lecturing in other more advanced courses may occur as a result of presently unanticipated staffing needs. Must be able to communicate effectively with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. The research involves the analysis of biological samples for their oxysterol content and structural identification and synthesis of new oxysterols and related compounds. The exact experimental emphasis in the position would depend on the background and interests of the person taking the position. At least some expertise in which is used for both analysis and preparation of these novel steroids is highly desirable.
Opportunities exist for research on organic dendrimer chemistry and asymmetric catalysis.
Someone with experience in organic synthetic chemistry, including familiarity with air-sensitive techniques, who is interested in expanding their background to polymer chemistry and surface science would be an excellent candidate. The position will be affiliated with the newly-formed NSF Materials Research Science and Engineering Center. The focus of the center is the understanding of the structure, surface reactivity, and ionic transport of metal oxides as they related to fuel cell applications. They seek a scientist to oversee the operation of the XPS and SIMS systems, in addition to working as an integral part of the research team studying the surface structure, composition and reactivity of oxide-based systems. As a result, prior experience with XPS and SIMS is preferred.