From owner-csm@net.bio.net Wed Nov 05 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: "Trevor Charles" Newsgroups: bionet.prof-society.csm Subject: Graduate Studies Opportunities Date: 6 Nov 1997 08:35:47 -0800 Organization: BIOSCI International Newsgroups for Molecular Biology Lines: 35 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: csm@nrcbsa.bio.nrc.ca Distribution: world Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net Opportunities for Graduate Studies in Molecular Microbiology McGill University, Macdonald Campus We have recently obtained funding from the NSERC Strategic Projects program to support studies of low temperature nodulation of soybean by Bradyrhizobium japonicum. These studies will involve the use of reporter genes in the isolation of nod gene altered-induction regulatory mutants, assays of key metabolic enzymes within the nitrogen fixing bacteroid, and investigations of bacteroid-specific transcription using differential display reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (DDRT-PCR). We wish to identify suitable interested individuals who wish to pursue studies at the Ph.D. level. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in microbiology, molecular biology and/or genetics. They will be able to work independently, and interact positively within a diverse and dynamic group of scientists in the Department of Natural Resource Sciences and Department of Plant Science at Macdonald Campus of McGill University. Enthusiasm for the exciting field of Plant-Microbe Interactions will be a requirement. Interested candidates should forward their curriculum vitae by e-mail to "charles@nrs.mcgill.ca" Trevor Charles Assistant Professor of Microbiology Department of Natural Resource Sciences Brian Driscoll Assistant Professor of Microbiology Department of Natural Resource Sciences Don Smith Professor Department of Plant Science From owner-csm@net.bio.net Thu Nov 13 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: kelln@cas.uregina.ca (Rod Kelln) Newsgroups: bionet.prof-society.csm Subject: Posting an ad for PDF Date: 14 Nov 1997 12:54:13 -0800 Organization: BIOSCI International Newsgroups for Molecular Biology Lines: 47 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: csm@nrcbsa.bio.nrc.ca Distribution: world Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net Hi John, Below is an ad that I would like to post on the BIOSCI/bionet news group and to the mailing list for members of the CSM. Please advise. UNIVERSITY OF REGINA The Department of Chemistry announces the availability of a Postdoctoral position in BIOCHEMISTRY (subject to budgetary approval), commencing between May 1 and August 1, 1998, to work in the research laboratory of R.A. Kelln on the regulation of gene expression. A working knowledge of recombinant DNA technology is required and familiarity with the molecular genetics of microbial systems would be an asset.. The successful applicant will have an opportunity to participate in the instructional functions of the Department. Applications, including a complete curriculum vitae, an outline of research goals and a summary of teaching experience should be sent to Dr. K.E. Johnson, Head Department of Chemistry University of Regina Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, S4S 0A2 Candidates should also arrange to have three letters of reference sent to the same address. Expressions of interest or inquiries for more details may be sent by e-mail to kelln@cas.uregina.ca Rod Kelln Department of Chemistry Phone: (306) 585-4768 University of Regina Fax: (306) 585-4894 Regina, Saskatchewan E-mail: kelln@cas.uregina.ca Canada S4S 0A2 From owner-csm@net.bio.net Sun Nov 23 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: Margaret Kuchenreuther Newsgroups: bionet.prof-society.csm Subject: Microbiologist/biochemist tenure-track position Date: 24 Nov 1997 08:22:15 -0800 Organization: BIOSCI International Newsgroups for Molecular Biology Lines: 66 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: csm@nrcbsa.bio.nrc.ca Distribution: world Message-ID: <3474C785.68FE@CAA.MRS.UMN.EDU> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net MICROBIOLOGIST/BIOCHEMIST The University of Minnesota, Morris seeks an individual who combines broad intellectual interests with a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate education, to fill a tenure-track microbiology and biochemistry position beginning September 14, 1998. The selected candidate will teach a broad range of undergraduate biology courses including introductory courses for both majors and non-majors and courses for biology majors in microbiology, biochemistry, and another area such as immunology, virology, or pathology. The selected candidate will advise undergraduates. The selected candidate will pursue a research program appropriate to an undergraduate liberal arts campus of the University of Minnesota that could involve undergraduates. The selected candidate will share in the governance and development of the biology program as well as the campus at-large. Candidates must expect to receive a Ph.D. in microbiology, biochemistry, or a closely related field by September 14, 1998. Two years experience teaching at the undergraduate level is required. (Graduate TA experience is acceptable.) The University of Minnesota, Morris is a small, selective, residential, undergraduate liberal arts college of the University of Minnesota. It has an enrollment of about 1950 students with 115 faculty members. The campus is located in west-central Minnesota, 160 miles from Minneapolis, in a small rural community. The college is organized into four academic divisions, of which Science and Mathematics is one. Disciplines represented in the division are Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Mathematics, and Physics. The college attracts excellent students many of whom go on to graduate or professional studies. This tenure-track position carries all of the privileges and responsibilities of University of Minnesota faculty appointments. A sound retirement plan, excellent fringe benefits, and a small-town atmosphere are among the benefits that accompany the position. The typical teaching load is two courses per quarter. Appointment will be at the Assistant Professor level for those having the Ph.D. and at the Instructor level for others. Salary range: $33,000 to $39,000 depending upon qualifications. Applications must include a letter of application, resume, graduate and undergraduate transcripts, three letters of reference, and two statements: (1) a teaching statement in which approaches to teaching are described and past teaching experiences are evaluated, and (2) a research statement in which the applicant proposes a research program that is viable and accessible to advanced students at a small liberal arts college. Send applications to: Biology Search Committee Chair Division of Science and Mathematics University of Minnesota, Morris Morris, MN 56267-2128 Applications must be received by February 9, 1998. Inquiries can be made to Margaret Kuchenreuther, Search Committee Chair, at (320) 589-6335 (kuchenma@mrs.umn.edu). For additional information, visit http://www.mrs.umn.edu/academic/biology/. The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.