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Sept. 10, 2020

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Pre-Conference Workshop: The AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship (STPF): Perspectives on Impact from Chemistry Alumni NOBCChE Sept. 17 at 11 a.m. ET The program is organized by the AAAS Science and Technology Fellowship team and open to all conference registrants. REGISTER

NOBCChE President-Elect discusses cultivating diverse pipeline Chemical & Engineering News NOBCChE President-Elect Rena Robinson shared her insights on creating a diverse pipeline of scientists and scientific leaders during a recent ACS event. READ MORE

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Representation in STEM education Kulture Hub A conversation with Dr. Mark Rodgers of Rutgers on increasing minority representation in STEM READ MORE

Latest NOBCChE job postings NOBCChE If you are an employer interested in posting a job or internship please visit the Corporate/Academic Partners page. For details on openings visit here. Corporate Openings Kalsec, Scientist 1, Quality Assurance Honeywell, Data Scientist Machine Learning Specialist Pfizer, Senior Scientist, Chemical Biology (11.6) Agilent Openings: Bioanalytical Chemist, Folsom, CA (10.4) Field Service Engineer, Pathology, New Orleans (10.4) Manufacturing Chemist, 2nd Shift, Frederick, CO (10.4) Manufacturing Scientist, Cedar Creek, TX (10.4) Government/Nonprofit Openings San Francisco Estuary Institute and the Aquatic Science Center, Senior Scientist 1 or 2 Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Director University Openings US Naval Academy, Assistant Professor of Chemistry Denison, Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor, Chemistry/Biochemistry Department University of Illinois, Research Scientist/Engineer, Staff, Senior, Principal Level Rhodes College, Assistant Professor, Chemistry Middlebury College, Assistant Laboratory Professor, Organic Chemistry Middlebury College, Assistant Professor, Physical Chemistry

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Fostering a sense of belonging in STEM Inside Higher Ed The seismic events of recent months — both the pandemic and national protests in response to police shootings of Black Americans — have given faculty members an unprecedented view into our students’ lives. We have seen into family dining rooms and private bedrooms through our Zoom screens and supported students who have difficulty connecting to classes at all. READ MORE

How candidates are using background props to stand out in video interviews Fast Company Mike recently applied for a job in marketing and communications at a video game company that asked candidates to demonstrate their creativity and deep knowledge of “nerd culture.” The role is a great fit for Mike, who has obsessed over comic books, science fiction, and video games since we were in high school together. But before the pandemic the interviewer would have had to take his word for it. Since the interview was conducted remotely, however, he got an opportunity to prove it. READ MORE

How to network during challenging times Science Alaina G. LevineSep writes: My email was simple. After the COVID-19 pandemic exploded, I wrote to clients, colleagues and prospective partners — including conference organizers and staff at professional societies and universities — saying I recognized they wanted to stay connected to the members of their communities in this challenging time. “If I can help you with this,” I offered, “please let me know.” READ MORE

Nurturing Black chemists Chemical & Engineering News The killing of George Floyd and the resulting protests have brought about a time of intense reflection for many people in the United States, including the chemistry community. The percentage of Black chemists falls far below their representation in the U.S. at every level, starting with undergraduates. In the professoriat it’s dismally low, despite decades of programs aimed to recruit and retain more Black scientists. READ MORE

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Why are there fewer female students in high level STEM classes? Berkeley High Jacket Since 1831, when Catherine Hall and Alice Robinson became the first women in American history to receive degrees from an institution of higher education, women in academia have thrived and contributed immensely to many fields. READ MORE

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