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Job Title: Development Chemist Polymers Company: Puma Polymers, LLC Location: Chattanooga, TN Description: Developmental chemist with extensive experience in polyurethane elastomers. Will work to develop new products and manufacturing requirements meeting customer needs. Extensive wet bench work.

Job Title: Analytical Chemist Company: Robertson Microlit Laboratories, Inc. Location: Ledgewood, NJ Description: The successful candidate will be responsible for determining physical and chemical properties of various pharmaceutical &/or related substances using a variety of qualitative and quantitative wet chemical and instrumental techniques. Experience with FTIR, UV/vis, DSC, TGA is a plus. Minimum requirements are a B.S. degree in chemistry or a related physical science.

Job Title: CHEMIST Company: Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc. Location: New Johnsonville, TN Description: CHEMIST Matheson, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Chemist located at our New Johnsonville, Tennessee location. This position is involved in performing routine testing of specialty and electronics gas products using gas chromatography, atomic absorption, cavity ring down spectroscopy, FTIR, and various process analyzers. Candidate must be must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a chemistry laboratory.The ideal candidate will possess: A relevant science degree with a minimum of 1-3 years experience working in an analytical laboratory where the job responsibilities included calibration, testing, and interpretation of data. Familiarity with gas chromatography and/or FTIR The ability to relate professionally with people both through written and verbal communications. Good time management and organizational skills. A high degree of motivation to collaborate with co-workers and improve daily operations. Excellent compensation & benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match. Send resume & salary requirements. to: Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc., Attn: H.R. Manager, Fax: Register to View or e-mail: HR- Register to View -Trigas.com No phone calls or agencies please. EOE M/F/D/V MATHESON TRI-GAS www.matheson-trigas.com

Job Title: Chemist I Company: NAMSA Location: Northwood, OH Description: NAMSA, the world leader in medical device testing has an immediate opening for a Chemist I. This position is primarily involved in performing routine USP and EP monograph testing activities as well as complex USP and EP monographs using wet chemical and analytical instrumentation (e.g., GC, HPLC, ICP, AA). Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a chemistry laboratory. The Chemist I relies on limited experience and judgment to schedule testing activities, accrue appropriate materials/instrumentation and document testing activities on miscellaneous observation records (not pre-approved worksheets). Accurately records raw data in logbooks and on worksheets. Analyzes data, calculates and interprets results. Assists in the development and improvement of documents. Candidates must possess a Bachelor degree in Chemistry or Chemistry related discipline and have 1-3 years of chemistry laboratory experience. GCMS experience required. Must possess the ability to closely follow written and spoken instructions. Must have a basic knowledge of chemical terminology, ability to perform algebra and other mathematics. Must have strong organizational skills. We offer a competitive salary and complete benefits package. Interested candidates, please email resume to Register to View

Job Title: Postdoctoral /Research Assoc Company: Confidential Location: Fort Worth, TX Description: Requirements: A Ph.D. degree in biological science is required. Experience in handling, care, and use of experimental animals is mandatory. Candidates must also have experience in microbiological techniques, molecular biology techniques, working with infectious pathogens, as well as good written and verbal communications skills. Responsibilities: The candidate will be responsible for conducting research on vivo model of ocular infection; studying the immune and inflammatory mechanisms of ocular infection; evaluation of gene expression (mRNA and protein) using a variety of techniques including molecular cloning, RT-PCR, IHC, western immunoblotting, monoclonal antibody, transfection, transduction, and RNA interference. The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution.

Job Title: Scientist II-Chemistry Company: sanofi aventis Location: Cambridge, MA Description: Scientist II-Chemistry R&D Oncology Commitment is our Strength. Ready to grow together? -One of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies with 100,000 employees. -Driving back disease -Continually innovating Apply your ambition and talent in a unique setting and use these attributes to improve the lives of patients throughout the globe with sanofi-aventis. Committed to fighting the most challenging diseases in major therapeutic areas, we are the third leading pharmaceutical company in the world. To achieve our important objectives, we require the dedication, ideas and enthusiasm of skilled individuals throughout a broad range of professional areas. Learn the true importance of your work. Join the Global Oncology Division in Cambridge, MA and see how you can make the world a better place to live. Educational requirements: Greater than 5 years post-MS or greater than 8 years experience post-B.Sc. Devises routes and synthesizes target structures proposed by Chemistry Supervisor or self-designed. Performs assigned departmental responsibilities. Accountabilities: Chemistry Prepares target compounds in a suitable time, purity, form and quantity for biological evaluations (250 reactions p.a. or equivalent in libraries). Selects the appropriate synthetic routes, reaction conditions, work up and purification techniques 60% of the time. Collates data and information on structure/purity of synthesized compounds and can interpret moderately complex spectra. Obtain required structural and purity data using compound registration database and can quality control own samples. Time and Data Management Reviews the status of ongoing synthetic work with their supervisor on an as needed basis. Able to organize work to run multiple reactions (2 to 3) routinely. Maintains accurate, clear and up to date record of all experimental work in their laboratory notebook according to the sanofi-aventis Notebook Policy. Must be able to use chemical databases to search for reactions and reagents and other internal databases such as ISIS, spotfire, TLC, etc. Safety Carries out reactions in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with sanofi-aventis safety Policy. Reports observed hazards or unsafe practices in a timely manner. Knows hazard and safe handling practices of common reagents / solvent and reactions. Competencies Scientific Has a wide range and up to date practical knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry, including: functional group inter-conversions, protecting groups strategies, moderately complex reaction mechanisms and simple to moderate retro-synthetic analysis capability. Must be able to independently suggest solutions to routine problems with work-ups, reagent handling, routes and experimental set ups 60% of the time. Familiarity with project SAR and general Medicinal Chemistry principles. Must be able to use chemical databases to search for reactions and reagents. Stays current with the journal and patent literature. Must be proficient in the use of NMR, MS, LCMS and IR techniques for structural characterization and able to interpret moderate to complex spectra. Practical knowledge of a range of purification techniques and equipment; e.g. re-crystallization, flash chromatography, HPLC, TLC and the use of MPLC equipment. Personal Interacts well with other members of section, in a positive and supportive manner contributing to group success. Works with members of other groups or Synthetic Ladder Chemists in order to solve a problem. Good communication and writing skills. Can present talks on their own work to project team members. Is aware of project needs / priorities for compound delivery. Responds positively to change and new challenges. Shares suggestions with others to help them overcome synthetic difficulties. Has ability to supervise other staff such as new starters, co-op, interns or temporary staff For more information and to explore available career opportunities, please visit us online at: www.careers.sanofi-aventis.us Apply to Req # R&D14593 Sanofi-aventis U.S. is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity to foster positive, innovative thinking that will benefit people worldwide. Sanofi-aventis U.S. is also committed to employing qualified individuals with disabilities and where warranted, will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants as well as its employees.

Job Title: Research Scientist IV Company: Location: Santa Barbara, CA Description: Statement of Job?s Main Role/Focus: Cree Santa Barbara Technology Center is seeking a motivated and creative individual to work with a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians to develop next generation LED system technologies for solid state lighting applications. The role of this position will be to contribute to and eventually lead the development of SSL sub-systems that encompass and integrate novel LED chips, white light conversion, package concepts to enable low cost, manufacturable, ultra-high LPW white LED systems. The successful candidate will be a resourceful problem solver with the capacity to quickly grasp and resolve a wide range of technical problems while managing one or more focused development efforts. He/she will be able to adapt to changing priorities and thrive on technical challenges inside and outside own core area of expertise and interact effectively across development and manufacturing teams. Minimum Qualifications for the Position: - MS / PhD in Mechanical, Materials, Chemical or Electrical Engineering - Min. 2 years semiconductor manufacturing or development experience related to optoelectronic device fabrication, device packaging, or electronic materials - Demonstrated expertise in at least three of the following: ? Semiconductor device and optical physics, ? Semiconductor device process development ? New product design and development, ? Theory and praxis of white light generation in SSL systems, ? LED device and materials characterization, ? LED product failure mode analysis. - Proven ability to integrate diverse technologies to create new device, component, or systems solutions. - Ability to create, lead and manage a strong team. - Strong data analysis and concise presentation skills, as well as excellent organizational communication abilities. - Strong motivation and drive for excellence, as well as desire for project closure. Preferred Qualifications for the Position: - Track record of managing cross functional teams. - Experience in SSL product development. Job Responsibilities: - Work with team of engineers and scientists to develop next generations of high efficiency Solid-State Lighting components and systems. - Contribute and eventually lead the development of SSL sub-systems that integrate novel LED chips, white light conversion, package and encapsulation concepts to enable low cost, manufacturable ultra-high LPW white LED systems: ? Conceptualize novel chip and package generations, ? Improve performance limits of existing LED systems, ? Analyze device and system designs with analytical and modeling tools (optical, thermal, mechanical, electrical), ? Develop fabrication processes that are compatible with high volume and high yield requirements. - Work with LED chip teams to identify paths towards optimum LED chip configurations for very high efficiency SSL systems. - Work with wavelength converter and packaging team to integrate novel white light generation configurations and fabrication processes in efficient SSL systems. - Design, conduct, and supervise DOEs at various development stages and analyze data using SPC; document and present project results. - Lead product a cross functional development team of scientists, process engineers and technicians. - Lead new product development as well as process improvement and troubleshooting projects for yield, manufacturability, and cost. - Lead and coordinate product and process transfers to production teams and effectively interact with development and manufacturing teams across the USA and internationally. - Travel to Durham factory as needed for process development and transfer to manufacturing site. - Interact with outside resources as needed to develop and qualify novel processes. - Strong focus on the documentation of invention disclosures and assistance in the patenting process. Apply online Register to View www.cree.com and see Job ID# 942063.

Job Title: Research Chemist II Company: Location: Boston, MA Description: OVERALL RESPONSIBILITYThe Research Chemist will lead the design, optimization and execution of in vitro pharmacokinetic assays as part of lead optimization and development activities. The chemist will employ state-of-the-art LC/MS/MS analytical instrumentation to determine pharmacokinetic properties, including solubility, plasma protein binding, plasma stability and microsomal stability. Development of additional in vitro ADME assays will be initiated by the chemist. The chemist will maintain collaborations with medicinal chemistry and diversity-oriented synthetic chemistry groups. Compounds tested will be hits generated from high-throughput biological screening activities. Additionally, chemist will contribute to various other projects in the analytical chemistry group to support the overall group research goals and will communicate effectively with all levels of staff and external collaborators to ensure that work supports team goals. CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES- Uses advanced LC/MS/MS instrumentation to design, evaluate and execute in vitro pharmacokinetic assays on select lead compounds.- Analyzes generated data and communicates results to collaborating groups, performing follow-up metabolite identification work as necessary. Presents data as required both internally and externally.- Maintains assay integrity and troubleshoots problems as they arise.- Performs maintenance on LC/MS/MS instrumentation.- Additional duties as required. SUPERVISION EXCERCISED- Supervises up to 2 BS or MS-level chemists.QUALIFICATIONS- Ph.D. in chemistry - 3-6 years of directly related experience- Scientific expertise in analytical and biological chemistry, including various methods of separation and detection; knowledge of synthetic and medicinal chemistry a plus- Knowledge of other scientific disciplines and their integration with chemistryThe Broad Institute was launched to pioneer a new model of collaborative biomedical science that would transform medicine. To accomplish these goals, we have built an amazing team of talented Broadies who work together to realize this transformation.We are always looking for new Broadies to join our team and help us tackle important problems at the cutting edge of science. The Broad community includes professional scientists from many disciplines, administrative staff, and students. We seek to cultivate an interdisciplinary, goal-oriented work environment that unleashes scientific creativity and empowers our people to pursue ambitious and critical projects.Our work transcends traditional academic boundaries, giving Broad employees and affiliates access to an unparalleled biomedical research community across the Harvard and MIT communities and beyond.The Broad Institute is committed to providing its employees with a competitive compensation and benefits package. We recognize the need for our employees to have a balance between work and personal life. To that end, our benefit plans and options reflect our desire to promote an environment that supports the health, diversity, and general wellbeing of our employees.All Broadies also have access to world-class research and state of the art technology and are fully supported in their professional development, pushing the envelope for further growth.The Broad Institute is an equal opportunity employer. If interested, please apply online at http://track.tmpservice.com/ApplyClick.aspx?id Register to View -9039

Job Title: Scientist, Advanced Development Group Company: Tyco Electronics Location: Menlo Park, CA Description: Consider a Career at Tyco Electronics: Tyco Electronics is an industry leader with an entrepreneurial spirit, fueled by innovation and collaboration. Our emphasis on forward thinking has attracted the brightest industry minds, allowing them to thrive and create breakthrough solutions that deliver a competitive advantage to our customers. Today, we are a US$10.3 billion global provider of engineered electronic components, network solutions, specialty products and undersea telecommunications. We design, manufacture and market products for customers in a broad array of industries including automotive, data communication systems and consumer electronics, telecommunications, aerospace, defense and marine, medical, energy and lighting. Our approximately 75,000 dedicated employees around the globe remain steadfast in their commitment to serving our customers in more than 150 countries. More information on Tyco Electronics can be found at http://www.tycoelectronics.com/. (*Includes revenue from the company's former Wireless Systems segment, which will be reported as a discontinued operation beginning in the fiscal third quarter of 2009. Come turn our opportunities into your advantage at Tyco Electronics. Tyco Electronics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Overview: The Aerospace, Defense and Marine (AD&M) business unit of Tyco Electronics will be establishing an Advanced Development Group and are now seeking scientists / engineers to staff this new enterprise. The lifeblood of our business - and one of our Company's critical values - is Innovation. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to drive new technology and innovation to position the business unit for future success in the long-cycle business of our market segments including commercial aerospace, defense-related industries and marine (including off-shore). This is an ideal opportunity for a scientist to have a significant impact on our business through development of advanced concepts with practical product applications. The Advanced Development Group will work on new product concepts by seeking to incorporate the very latest advances in materials and processes with a goal of developing products for sale in the 3 to 7 year time horizon. The industries we serve are driven by the need to reduce weight, to handle increased power and higher bandwidths, and to increase reliability. Therefore, the main responsibilities of the scientists / engineers will be to pursue new technology with the goal of creating advantages for our customers in these areas - and to differentiate our products from those of our competition. To accomplish their work the group will interact with Corporate Research & Development, outside suppliers - especially start-ups - and with universities and other research institutes. They will also work closely with our customers' R&D organizations. The Advanced Development group will perform the initial development work to validate their product concepts. As product concepts progress beyond prototypes, the Advanced Development group will work with the other AD&M development teams to facilitate the rapid development of qualified products. Key Responsibilities Conduct research and experiments in new, critical technology areas that offer the promise of increased reliability reduced weight and increased power. Identified areas of new technology include Nanotechnology, Advanced Polymers, Chemical Sensors, and Foam Dielectrics. Identify and collaborate with key universities, research institutes, and start-up operations specializing in the specific technology field. The scientists within the Advanced Development Group will be expected to guide senior management in the investment of research dollars within their field of specialty. Familiarize oneself with literature research in field and with the appropriate class of materials and then build product concepts to test. Work with internal development engineers and our manufacturing organization to bring successful technology to large-scale manufacturing and the end-user market. Participate in discussions with our customers' Research & Development and procurement organizations to understand customer requirements for technology applications. Provide updates to senior management on the progress of the advanced research and other possible uses for the new technology. Manage, with the Program Manager, the R&D budget for the specific technology area of responsibility. About the Technology The specific areas of interest that we are looking to staff lie in the fields of Active Polymers and Nanotechnology. Active Polymers is the term we use for polymers and polymer composites that have novel electrical, thermal, or other properties. Examples might be polymers with the properties of an electrical filter; polymers that function as varistors; and polymers that provide selective shielding properties and mechanical strength. Our nanotechnology interests lie especially in the areas of graphene and carbon nanotubes and in the product possibilities of building non-metallic interconnects and shielding incorporating these materials. Responsibilities & Qualifications: We anticipate that successful candidates would have an advanced degree (PhD preferred) demonstrating excellence in the field of material science, electrical sciences, or chemistry. Thesis or other completed and / or ongoing research work in one of our key areas of new technology pursuits - Advanced Polymer Science including areas of Nanotechnology, Chemical Sensors, and Foam Dielectrics. We are looking for candidates who are keenly interested in investigating with our customers real-world problems that will become more acute over the next 5 to 10 years and in conceiving products that provide solutions for those problems. Tyco Electronics will consider newly graduated PhD. recipients with thesis or advanced research work in a requisite field or more experienced professionals currently in the field working with and researching these areas.

Job Title: CHEMIST Company: Adecco Location: Grapevine, TX Description: 2-3 years wet Chemistry experience, GMP, experience, good at working with people and a degree in Microbiology. LAL analysis using Spectrophotometer, Nova 14 and AA.