Author: Katherine Sullivan
Ohio State Graduate and Professional School Fair
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Service Learning: Backpacking with a Purpose
BACKPACKING WITH A PURPOSE: 2018 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Operation Groundswell is a non-profit organization that runs volunteering programs abroad. They examine various social justice issues while working in solidarity with local activists, non-profit organizations, and communities. They welcome globally conscious and socially active students looking to spend their summer exploring some of the most complex and beautiful countries in the world!
If you’re into cultural exchange, meaningful community service, and off-the-beaten path adventure, apply by November 22nd!
Programs are filling quickly so apply as soon as possible.
Studying abroad is a valuable and exciting part of an undergraduate experience. When pursuing any study abroad opportunity, be sure to check in with an advisor to address any academic or financial implications of a semester abroad. Bon voyage!
New American Chemical Society Committee
2017 International Photography Competition
The submission deadline has passed. For more opportunities like this, please visit the opportunities page.
Are you interested in photography? There is an upcoming competition in the Office of International Affairs, the annual International Photography Competition where Ohio State faculty, staff, students, visiting scholars and alumni are invited to submit photos taken outside of the United States
There are three categories: people, places, and politics.
The deadline to submit photo(s) is October 9, 2017.
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Research and Development Technologist Position
Transcendia is a company that prides itself in quality, reliable, and consistent products that are sent out to their many clients around the world. They research and develop products to fit a variety of needs, and in order to keep improving and developing the best products, Transcendia is looking to hire a new Research and Development Technologist (R&D).
If you are looking for a job after graduation where you can push yourself and develop new things, this job is for you.
Some of the duties of this job will include:
- Conducts specialized tests and evaluations of materials and packaging samples in support of departmental activities including, but not limited to the following:
- Material thickness/yield/basis weight
- Surface energy, Coefficient of Friction
- Tensile tests (seal strength, elongation, tensile strength, yield strength)
- Tear resistance, impact/puncture strength
- Heat seal and other package strength characterizations
- Optical Microsopy
- Material chemical characterization (FTIR)
- Thermal analysis (DSC)
- Barrier testing (WVTR, OTR), film noise characterization
- Maintains database of raw materials linked to product chemical composition
- THERE ARE MORE DUTIES, THESE ARE ONLY A FEW! For more, see the link below
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field, with a curriculum that included chemistry and laboratory coursework
- Up to five years of experience in a manufacturing setting
- Experience in Infrared Spectroscopy highly preferred
- Must have organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Must possess good problem-solving skills
- Ability to interact in a professional manner with employees
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Proficient in Excel and Word
- Willingness to work as team member or independently
If this sounds like the job for you, Apply Here
Chemist Position at Entegris
FOR RECENT GRADUATES FROM THE CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT:
The Entegris manufacturing facility in Burnet, Texas synthesizes and works with high purity chemical vapor deposition precursors for the semiconductor industry.
They have an opening for B.S. or M.S. level chemist position. The chemist would work on a team of chemists, and needs experience in schlenk line technologies and air sensitive chemistry.
If interested in applying, email Benjamin.Garrett@entegris.com