Pfizer’s Summer Student Worker Program 2021

Pfizer Medicinal Chemistry is looking for talented undergraduate and graduate students with a strong interest in synthetic organic chemistry to participate in the company’s Summer Student Worker Program (SWP). Research will be conducted at one of Pfizer’s major R&D sites in Groton, Connecticut or La Jolla, California.

Students will have the opportunity to work for 10-12 weeks (typically May to August) directly with a medicinal chemist investigating a novel research project or as part of a larger project team. The internship includes various programs introducing the students to scientists within the Pfizer organization and concludes with a poster session.

These positions are paid, housing and transportation to the Pfizer site are not included but housing is potentially available through local universities which can be reached by bike/car/carshare. More information will be provided during the phone interview.

Applications will be open until March 5, 2021. Students will be interviewed on a rolling basis, so you are encouraged to apply early. You can apply here. Pfizer works with a third-party staffing company, so they suggest that applicants also complete this questionnaire, which will be reviewed by Pfizer internally.

Job Opening: COVID-19 Student Lab Assistant

Deadline Approaching: Dec 28, 2020

The Applied Microbiology Services Lab (AMSL), is seeking applicants for COVID-19 Student Lab Assistants in order to expand its SARS-CoV-2 screening program staff for the spring semester. AMSL is a CLIA-certified BSL-2+ lab operated jointly by the Department of Microbiology, College of Arts and Sciences, and the Infectious Diseases Institute, Office of Research. The university’s SARS-CoV-2 screening program is run through AMSL.

Position Information

  • University title: Student assistant
  • Wage: $12-$13 per hour, based on experience
  • Pay frequency: Bi-weekly

Position Description

  • Under the direction of the Applied Microbiology Lab Services (AMSL) manager and other designated lab personnel, AMSL COVID-19 student lab assistants will assist with various lab duties including client services, sample processing, and testing; operates specialized equipment and follows all testing protocols to produce results for input into the appropriate database(s); and more.
  • Work schedules may include non-traditional work days/times (e.g., evenings and/or weekends) to accommodate testing and lab needs.
  • Position is temporary (actual duration unknown, but less than ten months.)
  • Full description on job flyer.

If interested, please email your resume by Monday, December 28th to asc-microbioservice@osu.edu.

Direct questions regarding the positions should be directed to Jeff Jahnes (Jahnes.2@osu.edu), AMSL Lab Manager.

Open Teaching Positions

Southern Teachers works with 650 K-12 private/independent, college-preparatory schools around the South. These schools list thousands of jobs throughout the year with Southern Teachers to find great educators to join their school communities.

In light of the ever-changing job market, Southern Teachers works diligently to maintain and foster new relationships with member schools to know their hiring needs.

Southern Teachers is still looking for candidates who are:

  • passionate about science and hold a strong academic record
  • enthusiastic about working with kids
  • looking to be part of a collaborative and engaging environment

If you are interested in a chemistry teaching position, especially in the southern United States, Southern Teachers Agency can help you find the right fit. Candidates for the teaching positions do not necessarily need teacher certification to work in private/independent schools. To learn more and apply, you can visit their website.

DEA Job Opening: Forensic Chemist

Drug Enforcement Administration has Forensic Chemist job openings at its Pleasanton, CA; Miami, FL; and Chicago, IL locations.

Incumbents will perform quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis on evidence in lab, testify in court, and advise and assist law enforcement personnel, amongst other duties.

Learn more or apply here.

Please note: Applications can be accepted from students who expect to graduate by June 2020 and if a transcript is provided with anticipated conferral date. However, DEA must verify that the degree has been conferred before the applicant can be appointed.

Apply to be a Prep Lab Assistant

Work in the General Chemistry Preparation Lab for Autumn 2020!

The General Chemistry Preparation lab of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is hiring lab assistants to help us provide services to the General Chemistry Teaching lab in Autumn 2020. This position is open to undergraduates currently enrolled at OSU main campus who are eligible to work in the United States.   Successful candidates should be able to work independently and have good customer service skills.

Qualifications:

  • Completed General Chemistry Sequence (1210/1220; 1610/1620; or 1910H/1920H) with a B- (preferred)
  • Attention to detail, maintaining a stable work schedule
  • Taking classes during Autumn 2020
  •  Be able to work until 2022 after recruitment

Student Appointment Details:

  • Starting  Salary:  $9/hour
  • Working Hours: 12-20 hours per week
  • Responsibilities:  Preparation and delivery of chemicals, distribution of lab equipment, lab services and safety inspections.
  • On Friday, August 21st or Monday, August 24th, new lab assistants will need to participate in lab orientation/training.

Online Application:

  • Direct Link: Apply here.
  • Applicant will be contacted after submission of your application.

Charles River Laboratories Virtual Career Fair


Charles River Laboratories Virtual Career Fair
April 16, 2020
2 – 5 p.m. ET

The drug research and development process is highly complex, yet essential for delivering safe and effective therapies to patients. With a global network of facilities, Charles River Laboratories is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO) with a local touch. The company has dedicated employees around the world, and is passionate about its role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Together, they have supported the development of ~85% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2019.

This is a Virtual Career Fair where you will meet with Charles River teams for early career opportunities at Charles River Laboratories nationwide. They are looking for candidates to fill technician, entry-level, and internship positions. If you are interested but unable to attend, simply register and we will reach out to you.

Learn more and register here.

Apply to be a General Chemistry TA

Apply to be a General Chemistry TA for Autumn 2020!

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry hires over 50 outstanding undergraduates per semester to teach our General Chemistry courses.

Here are some details on our positions:

Qualifications:

  • Completed General Chemistry Sequence (1210/1220; 1610/1620; or 1910H/1920H) with an A or A- (preferred)
  • Accumulative GPA > 3.5
  • Taking classes during Autumn 2020
  • No other paid monthly student appointment during Autumn 2020 [this includes paid research]

Student Appointment Details:

  • Salary: $12/hour
  • Hours: 10-12 per week
  • Responsibilities: Teach one 3-hour lab; Promptly grade assignments and prepare for teaching responsibilities; 1 weekly office hour; proctor all exams; attend weekly staff meeting

New TA training will take place Monday, August 17th – Monday, August 24th during business hours. Conflicts with training, including TAs who must live on campus, should be stated on your application and described in detail if possible.

Online Application:

  • Direct Linkhttps://go.osu.edu/au20gcta
  • After the submission of your application, the department will reach out to ask you to submit a schedule. Submitting a schedule does not guarantee a position. If your schedule changes before the deadline (May 10th), please update your information.
  • All schedules submitted by this date will be accommodated. If you make a change to your schedule after this date, you will be responsible for switching your assignment with another TA if you have a conflict with your time or you will have to forfeit your position.

Staff Appointments Available! If you are graduating and looking for an opportunity to teach for a semester (or even academic year!), we also have those available! Please email us for details.

 

Feel free to contact us via email (chemlabsupervisor@osu.edu) if you have any questions. All applications, including schedules, are due May 10th, 2020, and hiring decisions will be made by mid-July if the university is open.

Peer Tutoring Job Openings

The Office of Student Life is accepting applications for Fall 2020 Peer Tutors. Peer Tutors assist students with drop-in tutoring at several locations across campus.

Peer tutors make $9.50 an hour and only have to work 4-8 hours a week. Tutoring shifts are on campus from 7-9pm on Sunday-Thursday nights, or 1pm-3pm on Tuesday-Thursday afternoons. If you have earned a B or higher in a math, chemistry, or physics class you are eligible to tutor in the subject.

More info on the job and how to apply can be found online at: https://housing.osu.edu/jobs/peer-tutors/

The application closes March 1.

Paid Summer Research at the College of Wooster

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The College of Wooster’s NSF-REU program for Summer 2020 is now accepting applications. This is a 10-week research program housed in Wooster’s Physics Department. You may find information about potential research projects here.

These research projects are both innovative and accessible to undergraduate students. Students will be treated as collaborators and will learn how to be independent scientific thinkers during this program. In addition to research, students will participate in career-building workshops as well as other social events. Throughout the summer, students will complete a paper to summarize their research and present tier work in a poster session.

In order to apply, students should have completed one year of college-level introductory physics.

This program begins Monday, May 18 and ends on Friday, July 24. Participating students will be paid a $6,500 stipend. Relocation funds are available.

You may apply here or directly through Interfolio.  Applications are due before February 28, 2020.

Any further questions you may have can be directed to Dr. John Lindner (jlindner@wooster.edu) or Dr. Susan Lehman (slehman@wooster.edu).


Want to jump start your search for the right research program? Check out this listing of programs that have recently reached out to CBC students

2020 Repperger Summer Research Internship Program

This program is a 10-week educational experience that allows students the opportunity to research at one of two Air Force research facilities under the mentorship of an Air Force scientist. Research opportunities cover almost all STEM fields such as Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Cognitive Science, Physics and Kinesiology.

Students will gain first-hand research experience as well as learn the inner workings of an operational laboratory and develop contacts. Locations are Wright-Patterson AFB, Dayton, OH or Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX.  Stipend of ~$12,000 for the 10 weeks.

Application due January 31, 2020 at 8 A.M. EST

Apply here. Other opportunities from this department can be viewed here.


Want to jump start your search for the right research program? Check out this listing of programs that have recently reached out to CBC students