The Departments of Physics and Chemistry & Biochemistry at the
University of Lethbridge require an NMR Facility Manager immediately.
The appointment will be to an academic position, classified as Academic
Assistant (Academic Support Staff) within the terms and salary scales of
the current U. of L. Faculty Handbook
(
http://www.uleth.ca/hum/Help/faculty_manual/fac_tofc.htm).
As part of the continued expansion of its Biophysical Chemistry Group,
The University of Lethbridge is searching for an individual to manage
the NMR facility and spectrometers. Housed in a newly constructed
Biostructure Facility, a Varian Unity Inova 500 MHz wide-bore NMR
Spectrometer is currently used for both solid-state NMR (biophysics and
chemical physics) and liquid-state NMR (protein structure, multinuclear
chemical and dynamics) experiments. With an unusually large complement
of solids probes dedicated to fluorine NMR (2.5, 3.2 and 7.5-mm MAS),
the capabilities of the spectrometer are unique in Canada. In addition,
a Bruker 250 MHz NMR is housed within the Department of Chemistry &
Biochemistry and is used primarily for inorganic and organic small
molecule structure elucidation. The duties of the position include
laboratory administration (usage scheduling, cryogenics upkeep, etc.),
routine upkeep and hardware maintenance of the spectrometers and their
associated equipment, software maintenance, and the teaching and
training of users (both students and faculty). Independent and
collaborative research opportunities with other faculty members and
postgraduate students will be actively encouraged. With the
establishment of the Chinook Centre for Molecular Materials, the
proposed Hyperspectral Imaging Laboratory for Remote Sensing
Applications and the Canada Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience Magnetic
Resonance Imaging Centre, there will be many exciting opportunities for
collaborative research. The ability to manage other related research
equipment, and a knowledge of electronics (especially RF) and UNIX, are
advantageous. Experience in solids NMR is a definite asset.
Candidates for the position should have a track record of experimental
NMR experience acquired either through a program of graduate studies or
equivalent on-the-job training. A BSc in Chemistry or Physics is the
minimum academic qualification and advanced degrees are highly
desirable. The University is an equal opportunity employer and offers a
non-smoking environment. For more information about the University
please visit our website at www.uleth.ca or the Department of Physics or
the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry home pages at
home.uleth.ca/phy/ or home.uleth.ca/chm/, respectively.
In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be
given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The
University of Lethbridge respects, appreciates, and encourages
diversity.
Applications should include a current curriculum vitae, transcripts and
a statement of how the applicant would manage such an NMR facility.
Please arrange for this material and at least three letters of reference
to be sent to:
Dr. Mark Walton, Chair
The Department of Physics
The University of Lethbridge
4401 University Drive
Lethbridge, Alberta
T1K 3M4
CANADA
Telephone: (403) 329-2357, FAX: (403) 329-2057 or E-mail:
walton_at_uleth.ca.
Applications will be considered as of December 1, 2003, but will be
accepted until the positon is filled.
Received on Mon Oct 27 2003 - 17:35:32 MST