Lehigh Valley Jobs

Air Products: FAS 109 Senior Accountant

2009-07-29T16:40:00.002-04:00

Req No. 3522BR
Job Title FAS 109 SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a FAS 109 SENIOR ACCOUNTANT at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Position Summary:
The Income Tax Accountant is responsible for ensuring that income taxes are accurately accounted for in accordance with GAAP on a global basis. This position provides tax guidance to all tax and controllership personnel on a global basis.

The Income Tax Accountant is required to calculate the current and deferred tax provision for all companies in the worldwide consolidated group on a monthly basis. This position is responsible for both the internal and external reporting of the company’s tax information. The internal reporting includes communication of quarterly tax data to the CFO, Corporate Controller and Vice President of Taxes. External reporting involves preparation of the income tax footnote and MD&A discussion along with the preparation of various analyses/schedules for review by the company’s outside audit firm.

Principal Responsibilities:
•Work directly with the tax department,technical accounting and operating controllers to maintain the global income tax provision and balance sheet accounts in accordance with GAAP
•Calculate the monthly current and deferred tax provision
•Provide FASB 109 research support and guidance to all global tax and controllership employees
•Annual tax balance sheet reconciliation.
•Effective tax rate reconciliation completed on a quarterly basis
•Work with tax director to achieve clean SOX opinion on all tax controls
•Record the APB 23 computation
•Work closely with the tax director on data collection processes to streamline quarterly and year- end external/internal reporting requirements
•Analyze and maintain the tax reserve and credits and adjustments schedules
•Work with corporate decision support on the tax model which forecasts the effective tax rate
•Review deferred taxes for all domestic and foreign operating locations including balance sheet classification changes to ensure compliance with GAAP
•Meet all KPMG quarterly and year-end reporting requirements for the income tax provision and income tax asset/liability accounts. This includes the preparation of the roll-forward of accrued income tax and deferred tax accounts in the US and foreign entities
•Prepare all income tax disclosures in the MD&A and footnotes for the quarterly and annual financial statements

Qualifications:
•A minimum of 5 years in accounting or tax accounting
•FAS 109, FIN 48 and APB 23 experience is preferred
•Strong knowledge in the preparation of financial statements
•International tax accounting experience preferred
•Experience with SAP software a plus
•CPA, Public Accounting experience preferred
•Strong analytical and problem solving skills
•Ability to interact with all levels within the organization
•Education- An undergraduate degree in accounting is required.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #3522BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

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Guardian Life: Learning Specialist

2009-07-28T09:56:00.002-04:00

Job Title: Learning Specialist
Job Location: Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date: 2009-07-23
Request Number: 4212

Job Description:
Position Objective: This role will drive the improvement of individual and organizational performance through the development and delivery of training and performance-improvement initiatives. Major Opportunities and Decisions: Collaborate with internal HRBPs and OE Specialists to understand needs, deadlines for development and to ensure the projects are innovative, well designed, accurate and delivered on time. Design and develop training programs, both instructor-led and virtual, to provide employees with the knowledge, skills and ability necessary to perform their jobs. Foster and deliver high quality learning experiences through a blended learning approach using hands-on activities to simulate real tasks. Produce high quality innovative learning programs to clients. Ensure that designs incorporate learning best practices and achieve learning outcomes and client satisfaction. Manage multiple design priorities, deadlines and projects efficiently and in a timely manner. Develop appropriate instructional methodologies and formats. Ensure drafts, revisions and final designed documents are accurate and error-free. Conduct “train-the-trainer” sessions and other training delivery and facilitation as required. Evaluate, maintain and modify existing training programs and materials to ensure continuous improvement. Ensure all training programs are on the Learning Management System (LMS) to accurately track employee learning. Principal Accountabilities: Activity Design, develop, and deliver learning programs to meet identified business needs. Collaborate with HRBPs and OE Specialist to assess and identify individual and organizational learning needs and opportunities; proactively consult with HRBPs and line of business leaders to establish and maintain relationships. Measure and evaluate effectiveness of learning programs and interventions. Research and evaluate external learning programs for internal applications.

Qualification:
Skills and Knowledge: Competencies/Skills: Excellent client service skills with a proven track record in monitoring and acting on service metrics, and building relationships. Must have great judgment and critical thinking skills, strong sense of urgency, flexibility and adaptability to various types of highly stressful situations, excellent time management skills. Proven business acumen. Quickly gathers and disseminates information which allows for a sound business decision when dealing with ambiguity Fosters an environment that demands a high degree of teamwork and collaboration within human resources as well as with business unit resources Leads by example in communicating constructively, honestly, and candidly, seeks input from others; provides timely feedback to celebrate success and foster improvement Follows through on commitments; holds self and others accountable for achieving required outcomes Ability to successfully prioritize and handle multiple tasks; excellent project manager Excellent oral and written communication skills including active listening and presentation skills Strong interpersonal skills, be able to perform in a team environment, handle multiple projects and meet deadlines Knowledge: Knowledge and application of instructional design practices Knowledge and application of adult learning principles Knowledge and application of measurement and assessment of performance improvement from learning interventions Proficient in computer applications (i.e. PowerPoint, Word, Excel, & Internet Navigation) required. Working knowledge of web-design software and tools (i.e. HTML, JavaScript, Dreamweaver, FrontPage and other authoring technologies) Proficient in computer based authoring software (i.e. Captivate, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Lectora and other Authorware, e-Learning applications, HRMS and LMS systems) required. Proficient with the use of online learning technologies such as Webex, Brainshark, etc. Education and Experience: Education: Bachelor's degree in training design, organizational development or other related field preferred. Four-year degree required. Experience: Four to six years proven experience in instructional design practices, adult learning principles, performance based training preferred. Completion of recognized coursework, certifications or related degree program preferred. Demonstrated ability to design, develop, evaluate and maintain training curricula and materials. Other Requirements: Occasional domestic travel required

To apply, go to http://www.guardianlife.com/GuardianLife/JobPostingServlet

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Guardian Life: Human Resources Business Partner

2009-07-28T09:52:00.001-04:00

Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner
Job Location: Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date: 2009-07-23
Request Number: 4213

Job Description:
Position Objective: The HR Business Partner (HRBP) engages in a strategic partnership with leaders within a specified business area of the organization. The HRBP serves as a consultant to management on all aspects of talent management, engaging resources from the Human Resources Centers of Excellence as appropriate. The HRBP leads the development of HR solutions in order to support successful execution of the client business strategy. Major Opportunities and Decisions: The successful HRBP will be viewed as a critical partner by the leaders within their designated business area, and will be proactively sought out as a value-add resource in achieving business goals. The HRBP must remain abreast of business goals, risks, issues, and challenges in order to anticipate HR related needs and develop solutions. Principal Accountabilities: Activity Conduct meetings with business area leaders at regular intervals. Serve as a change agent, providing solutions and communication guidance. Provide leadership and solutions in response to all aspects of talent management including talent acquisition, talent assessment, and talent development. Engage resources from the Human Resources Centers of Excellence as appropriate. Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues; escalate issues as necessary. Manage relationships and coordinate seamless service between clients and HR Centers of Excellence (Benefits, Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Payroll, Employee Relations, and Support Center) Lead various HR initiatives within the assigned business area, including talent review, succession planning, common review, etc.

Qualification:
Skills and Knowledge: Competencies/Skills: Excellent consulting skills and verbal and written communication skills Ability to impact and influence Strong conflict management and negotiation skills Self-directed, proactive and motivated Creative problem solving skills Exceptional service orientation The Human Resources Business Partner must be perceived as knowledgeable, trustworthy, and competent. The incumbent must be able to interact effectively with leadership and impact their decision making. Integrity and strong interpersonal skills are essential to succeed. Respect for diversity and ideas of others is critical, and diplomacy and motivation skills are necessary. The successful incumbent is a good listener with a commitment to service and support. Knowledge: Strong MS Word, PowerPoint, and MS Excel skills required; knowledge of Visio a plus. Working knowledge of multiple HR disciplines Education and Experience: Education: BA/BS required, or equivalent work experience MBA/MS in human resources or related field highly desirable. Experience: 5 years of human resource consulting experience Other Requirements: Occasional Travel 0-33% of time

To apply, go to http://www.guardianlife.com/GuardianLife/JobPostingServlet

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Air Products: Category Sourcing Specialist

2009-07-14T10:26:00.000-04:00

Req No. 3489BR
Job Title CATEGORY SOURCING SPECIALIST
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Energy and Materials
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a CATEGORY SOURCING SPECIALIST at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position has primary responsibilities for providing broad commercial, financial, and technical leadership for the sourcing activities involving many and varied corporate commodities within the global corporate sourcing team.

The position requires the incumbent to gain detailed knowledge of the appropriate supply markets, perform market analysis, lead strategy development for key materials and services and work closely with team(s) of internal clients. Activities may also include make vs. buy analysis, development of total cost of ownership models and significant amount of supplier interaction, negotiation and collaboration. The incumbent is responsible for conducting sourcing events for their respective materials or service categories. Accordingly, this position has full knowledge of implementing The Air Products Way including all e-enabled technologies.

The incumbent will be responsible for developing, negotiating, implementing and maintaining competitively advantageous supply arrangements as the category sourcing functional expert. The incumbent is expected to have in-depth commercial and technical knowledge of the categories they support. The incumbent is expected to have strong leadership and analytical skills and work well in team settings.

Incumbent typically has an undergraduate BA/BS degree. An MBA is not necessary, but desirable.

This position is a developmental role for individuals considering commercial assignments of increased responsibility within, or external to, the global sourcing teams.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #3489BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

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Air Products: IT Specialist

2009-06-26T17:00:00.000-04:00

Req No. 3432BR
Job Title CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM - IT SPECIALIST
Employment Status CDP
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global IT
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (CDP)

Overview:

The Career Development Program (CDP) is designed for entry-level IT specialists (0-2 years of experience) joining Air Products. The purpose of the program is to allow entry-level IT specialists to gain experience in various areas of the company. While on the program, participants are able to develop their technical and professional skills as well as get a better understanding of their areas of interest and strengths.

The program consists of three rotations that include different assignments with durations of approximately 12 months. Typical assignments for IT specialists on the program may include business process, application solutions, infrastructure, data, and regional execution services.

Our Global Information Technology group is dedicated to serving our worldwide businesses and processes, and plays a key role in achieving strategic objectives. Air Products is the world's only combined gases and chemicals company, with annual revenues of $10 billion and operations in more than 40 countries.

Appropriate Degree Programs (Bachelor or Advanced): Individuals with degrees in any of the following areas will be considered: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, and Information Technology.

Air Products looks for candidates with strong academic performance. Other important factors include relevant work experience (co-ops or internships) and involvement in campus activities.

Candidates for this position must be authorized to work indefinitely in the United States.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for interviews will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

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Air Products: PHD Career Development Program for Engineers

2009-06-23T21:43:00.000-04:00

Req No. 3398BR
Job Title PHD CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Employment Status CDP
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Technology (all except Elect/High Temp/Advanced)
Job Description and Qualifications RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR PH.D. ENGINEERS

Air Products offers challenging opportunities in a vast variety of research and development activities commensurate with the wide range of customers with whom we’ve established lasting relationships. These areas cover a broad spectrum of research activities, ranging from long-range fundamental and exploratory research to the development of highly innovative, top priority processes and products. The range of industries served includes: chemical processing, metallurgical, electronics, glass, food and medical among many others. Both theoretical and experimental approaches are used in the development of new products, process technology and applications. Experimental investigations are carried out on the lab bench, pilot plant, and full commercial scale operations at both Air Products and customer sites.

We are currently seeking Ph.D. Engineers in the following disciplines:

** Chemical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis on traditional, fundamental engineering skills (a mix of experimental and theoretical focus preferable). Areas of expertise include, but are not limited to:
- Reactor and combustion engineering
- Advanced separation technology
- Transport processes
- Modeling, including dynamic simulation
- Energy related research

About the Career Development Program:

A program that Air Products offers to the graduate is the Career Development Program. This is a rotational program that gives the option of taking several responsible positions in areas where you may have career interests. Technical and commercial assignments may be available at various locations throughout the United States, although Ph.D. assignments are generally located at Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The Ph.D. Career Development Program includes 3 one-year rotational assignments.

The Ph.D. Career Development Program is available to those pursuing advanced degrees (Ph.D.) in selected programs and graduating at any time. Post-Doctoral candidates are also welcome.

We grant interviews to individuals who are presently authorized to work full time in the United States indefinitely. This includes: U.S. citizens or nationals; legal permanent residents; conditional residents (foreign national sponsored by US citizen spouse for permanent resident status and married for less than 2 years); asylees; refugees; temporary residents (as authorized under IRCA's amnesty procedures). Individuals who are eligible only for temporary employment authorization in the U.S. (all non-immigrant aliens, including F-1 and J-1 students) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

In addition to applying/interviewing on campus, you must also apply on the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the button 'Visit our Career Center.' Please apply specifically to Req #3398BR.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for on-site interviews will be contacted.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

Air Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) where Diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

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Lehigh Valley Hospital - Family Physician, Emergency Medicine

2009-06-10T15:02:00.001-04:00

Family Physician, Hamburg Pennsylvania
Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, progressive health system seeks a family physician for a network-owned family medicine practice. Hamburg Family Practice Center is a well-established, 5-physician outpatient based practice in a modern and spacious office. Work a four-day week (including a three-day weekend), receive a great salary with outstanding benefits and join a busy and growing practice. Call is 1:6. Hamburg is a lovely community in Berks County with charming neighborhoods, abundant outdoor activities and quaint shops located 30 minutes west of Allentown, PA.

Contact Information: Interested physicians should send a CV to Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com, or call (610) 969-0212.

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Division of Emergency Medicine

Emergency Medicine
JOIN ONE OF FORTUNE MAGAZINE’S BEST PLACES TO WORK IN THE U.S.! Lehigh Valley Hospital’s Emergency Medicine Department—now managing 5 sites in Pennsylvania—has grown. Our 50+ salaried Emergency Medicine physicians and 15 PAs and NPs enjoy a collegial atmosphere and evaluate over 199,000 patients annually. Candidates must be clinically excellent, patient focused, BC/BE and EM Residency trained. We have a paperless ED, the largest Level I Trauma program in PA with Primary Angioplasty and Stroke Alert and MI Alert Program, an 18-bed Burn Center and an Emergency Medicine Residency along with 13 additional accredited programs. LVH is listed in U.S. News & World Report for the 13th consecutive year as one of our nation’s best hospitals. Our organization is physician-led, financially strong, and the winner of many quality awards including MAGNET status in nursing. We offer a competitive salary, wonderful work environment with excellent physician and mid-level coverage, and robust benefits including family healthcare with no employee contribution, 3 forms of retirement, medical liability coverage, 6 weeks of PTO plus 1 week of CME with $3,200 annually plus ACEP/ACOEP boards paid, + more. Opportunity for teaching, research, and career advancement. Our ED locations are in the Lehigh Valley and in Hazleton, PA. Both locations are within 1-1/2 hrs. to NYC and 1-2 hours to Philadelphia. Our members find a healthy lifestyle and moderate to low cost of living, excellent suburban public schools, and pleasant neighborhoods. Live within minutes of your workplace!

Contact Information: To learn more, e-mail CV to Richard MacKenzie, Chair of Emergency Medicine, LVH at Debra.D’Angelo@LVH.com. Phone (610) 969-0216.

St. Luke's Hospital - Dental Surgical Assistant, Clinical Coordinator

2009-06-09T14:46:00.002-04:00

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Job Title: Dental Surgical Assistant
Req: 7198
Location: Allentown
Entity 30 -Physician Group
Department: 6395HM-Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Full/Part Time Full Time
Shift Schedule Mon-Fri

Job Description: Oral Surgery assistant needed Full-time, days Monday-Friday. Candidate must be able to multi-task efficently.

Job Qualifications: 1+ years of dental experience a plus, but not required. CPR and X-ray certification, a plus.

Job Title: Clinical Cordinator-S2- flex day/evenings
Req: 6893
Location: Allentown
Entity 11 –Allentown
Department: 6053AO-South 2 - Medical/Surgical
Full/Part Time Full Time
Shift Schedule Flexible day/evenings

Job Description: The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for maintaining clinical practice standards, utilizing and promoting evidence based practice and guiding the interdisciplinary team. Acts as a staff resource and liaison to facilitate staff development. Works collaboratively with Patient Care Manger, supervisor and Patient Access Center to maintain standards of professional nursing practice. Assumes a patient assignment, as necessary, to support the staff and patient care.

Job Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program. Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the State of PA. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required upon hire, or currently enrolled in such program with a graduation date.
At least two years experience in medical surgical telemetry.
This is a full time position, must be able to work flexible hours on all shifts to meet position requirements.

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Air Products: Tax Analyst

2009-06-07T14:52:00.001-04:00

Req No. 3367BR
Job Title TAX ANALYST
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a TAX ANALYST at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Principal Accountabilities:
-- Member of the team responsible for the international aspects of the Company’s federal tax return, including preparation and timely filing of Forms 5471 and other related forms;
-- Maintenance of an up-to-date knowledge of US federal tax law applicable in the international arena;
-- Development of expertise in relation to the Company’s federal income tax preparation software and the Company’s systems generally with a view to enhancing the efficiency of the international tax compliance process;
-- Responsible for US withholding tax obligations;
-- Opportunity to work with senior tax planners on development, analysis and implementation of international tax planning; and to develop expertise in and responsibility for key portions of the Company’s foreign tax credit calculations.

Qualifications:
-- Good analytical, financial accounting, interpersonal, communication and computer skills;
-- Sound US tax knowledge base, with experience in federal corporate tax return preparation;
-- Experience in the preparation of Forms 5471 and other international tax forms a plus.

Education:
-- An undergraduate degree in accounting or a Master of Taxation degree is required.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #3367BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

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Guardian Life: Reconciliation Specialist

2009-05-27T07:43:00.000-04:00

Job Title: Reconciliation Specialist
Job Location: Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date: 2009-05-20
Request Number: 4163

Job Description:
Supports the Global Maintenance & Billing Department by analyzing and accurately coding State Mandated Plans, maintaining customer information within established time frames. Accurately codes Premium received while possessing the ability to identify overage, shortage and reconciling financial information in a timely manner. Aggressively identifies discrepancies and pursues resolutions by reviewing reports to reconcile premiums to determine Cancellation, Reinstatement and/or Collection action. Daily contact and productive relationship with Third Party Administrator's regarding documentation needed to reconcile accounts is necessary. Must establish and maintain productive relationships in order to support Sales, Brokers, Partner’s and Customer Base. The position assists the team/department in reaching established goals.

Qualification:
High school diploma required Post high school education desirable; especially Business or Accounting majors Requires a minimum of 2 years work related experience with emphasis on preparing billing statements, reconciliation of accounts and customer service. Requires ability to function in a team environment Detail oriented and strong organizational and problem solving skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to effectively prioritize workloads Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively in a high pressure environment Interested individuals should submit their posting application to Human Resources by 5:00 on Monday, June 1st.

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Guardian Life: Senior Business Analyst

2009-05-27T07:41:00.001-04:00

Job Title: Sr. Business Analyst
Job Location: Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date: 2009-05-21
Request Number: 4165

Job Description:
Define business requirements for variable and universal administration processes. Provide business and system analysis, system design and user acceptance expertise for development and enhancements to Unity system for Individual Life. This position requires extensive knowledge of life administration for variable and universal life products. Participate or lead business requirements discussions with vendor representatives, business analysts and end users. Participate or lead Requirements walk-through and review with the Business units, IT and vendors. Create and/or review functional specifications written by vendor or other business analysts for logic, completeness or errors. Develop user-acceptance testing scenarios and test cases for components assigned. Perform testing, report and resolve problems. Assist in the resolution and implementation of production problems as dictated by the end users. Front line support for production problemsfor systems used in the variable/universal administration area. Assist in the identification and requirement definition and prioritization of miscellaneous systems enhancements with the end users. Assist in the maintenance or preparation of documentation of procedures for end users, conduct training.

Qualification:
5 years minimum Life Insurance experience LOMA certification a plus Knowledge of traditional life products Knowledge of Variable Universal Life, Universal Life, or Annuities a plus Understanding of variable and universal life administration and processes and workflows for these products. Good working knowledge of Unity, Cyberlife and Leverage a plus. Ability to analyze features of new products proposed for development to determine impact on current procedures, processes and system processes. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Experience in writing a variety of business documents, including business process documentation. Interested individuals should submit their posting application to Human Resources by 5:00 on Friday, May 29th

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Air Products: Principal Industry Engineer

2009-05-22T10:32:00.000-04:00

Req No. 3256BR
Job Title PRINCIPAL INDUSTRY ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Merchant Gases
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Principal Industry Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

As a member of the International Global Applications Development (GAD) Team, the incumbent will be accountable for transferring industrial gas (O2, N2, Ar, etc.) application technologies for the non-ferrous metals industry to the application engineers in Asia and Latin America/South Africa to assist them in growing industrial gas business in these regions. The position requires industrial experience in primary and secondary nonferrous metals industries. Experience in process metallurgy especially in melting or smelting is critical. Combustion experience is desirable. Key responsibilities include identifying and solving customers' needs using gas application technologies, customer process knowledge and know-how as well as making technical sales calls. Other duties include selection of appropriate technologies and equipment systems to enhance customers' operations, preparing techno-economic proposals, providing start up support and trouble-shooting customer problems after sale. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, flexibility in accommodating internal and external customers' needs and working in a team environment across multiple cultures, languages and functions are critical in the position. The position requires extensive international travels, about 40% of time.

The position requires a B.S. in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering. M.S. is preferred. An M.B.A. is desirable. The incumbent should have 7+ years of industrial experience in non-ferrous industries. A techno-commercial experience in industrial gas business with a focus on the non-ferrous industry would be a plus.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #3256BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Air Products: Cryogenics

2009-05-12T21:31:00.001-04:00

Req No. 1716BR
Job Title COMMERCIAL TECHNOLOGY PROCESS SPECIALIST - INDUSTRIAL CRYOGENICS
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-IL-Chicago
US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Merchant Gases
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Commercial Technology Process Specialist - Industrial Cryogenics at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania or in Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities include the technical sales of gases, technology and equipment to the industrial cryogenics industry for North American Merchant Gases business. Main applications are cryogenic grinding and process cooling, however, support is required for other miscellaneous cryogenic applications. Individual expected to contact customers/prospects, to make customer presentations and proposals, and to work with Air Products sales and marketing to help sell services and solutions to the industry.

Other duties include process troubleshooting at customer sites, starting up cryogenic grinding systems, running customer demonstration trials, and providing input to our applied research group for new offering development. This individual will be involved from the initial contact, all the way through startup and customer retention.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technical degree in manufacturing-related field is desired.
* 5 or more years experience in cryogenic applications, industrial engineering/plant operations experience is a plus.
* Strong knowledge of cryogenic applications, equipment design and data monitoring systems.
* Strong commercial or customer interaction experience.
* Knowledge of grinding applications is also preferred.
* 40% travel.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #1716BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

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Air Products: Epoxy Additives Section Lead

2009-05-05T07:58:00.000-04:00

Req No. 2936BR
Job Title EPOXY ADDITIVES NORTH AMERICAN SECTION LEAD
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Chemicals/Performance Chemicals
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an opening for an Epoxy Additives North American Section Lead at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The incumbent needs to possess specialist technical knowledge in the area of 2 component Epoxy systems and will be expected to lead gated development projects that meet individual customer and general market needs in the Civil Engineering and Coating market sectors. This will entail developing and performance testing of new amine based curing agents and the generation of support data that demonstrates their performance applicability across the market segments highlighted above. The incumbent will also have the additional responsibility for managing the day to day activities of the North American Epoxy Additives team, in order to support the business goals and objectives. These activities will include assigning and monitoring of projects and assisting in the performance development plans of the Applications Team. A successful candidate will have good application, leadership, organization and communication skills (both written and verbal). The candidate will be expected to communicate regularly with the global technical and commercial portfolio leads and maintain a close working relationship with customers, external collaborators and technical and business colleagues (applications research/development/technical service chemists, process engineers, regional and global marketing and sales people).

The successful candidate will be expected to give oral presentations to both technical and non-technical audiences within the company and at customer sites. Timely pursuance of intellectual property protection, including filing of patent applications, writing public disclosures, and documenting results and project progress, will also be required. The candidate must have a strong commitment to safety, health and environmental leadership.

This position requires a minimum of a Masters Degree in Chemistry or Materials Science and at least 5 years of industrial experience, especially in the area of formulating with epoxy-amine based curing agents. The candidate needs to have a proven track record of a product and application development and supervisory experience. The ability to enhance their technical knowledge in emerging markets in order to make significant contributions to the team as well as the ability to function well in regional and global teams environment are additional requirements.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2936BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Regional - US

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Air Products: Research Associate, Principal Systems Engineer

2009-04-30T15:41:00.000-04:00

Guardian Life: Case Specialist

2009-04-28T09:14:00.002-04:00

Job Title: Case Specialist
Job Location: Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date: 2009-04-27
Request Number: 4149

To apply, click here.

Job Description:
The case specialist provides timely and accurate service and information to a diverse client base of Group Pensions contracts. The representative enriches the customer experience by proactively taking the opportunity to educate, update, introduce to the customer our services and enhancements. Educate customers in use of Guardian technology including voice response unit and Guardian web-site, providing individual assistance as needed. Use ownership and initiative to follow up on all calls, respond to customer/client written inquiry, as well as customer concerns in accordance with Guardian’s service standard while following related reporting and record keeping procedures. Use logic and common sense to formulate answers and explanations to questions and to resolve issues. Participate in special projects, meetings, training, and other duties as assigned. Answer all incoming calls in a prompt, courteous and professional manner while at the same time gaining a complete understanding of client’s question through use of active listening, call control and problem solving skills to handle each call. Update phone tracking system with each call taken providing complete, accurate, and timely documentation. Make recommendations for improvements in productivity and quality of services. Communicate effectively with team members, management and appropriate support teams regarding special situations, issues or follow through on transactions being processed for others.

Qualification:
College degree or equivalent business experience required. Pension and 401(k) knowledge desirable. Banking background a plus. Superior customer relation skills with emphasis on maintaining customer loyalty, resolving customer concerns and creating positive, memorable customer experiences. Research and problem solving skills in order to surface an issue, analyze it and implement the most effective corrective action. Ability to think independently and formulate solutions to issues without an obvious course of action. Takes full ownership. Communication skills for presentation of information to customers in a clear, concise manner. Team skills to contribute to the success of department goals and objections. Time management as well as organizational skills to handle diverse situations and multi tasking abilities a must. Takes personal responsibility for own development and training needs. Stays current with new products and new product features. Resolves issues for customers while also promoting new products and services.

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Air Products: EST Data Analyst

2009-04-11T22:53:00.001-04:00

Req No. 2996BR
Job Title EST Data Analyst
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an EST (Equipment Support Team) Data Analyst at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The EST Data Analyst is responsible and focused on analyzing, bench-marking and on-going continued optimization of key performance and business metrics of various aspects of the Customer Engineering Business Organization. The areas touched by this analysis include project engineering, product management and maintenance. This individual will need to use business acumen to target areas for identifying opportunities for productivity improvements, reduced maintenance costs and process optimization in a self-starting manner. This individual will need to use high level observations as a way to drive detail-level analysis and be able to evaluate how various issues/items work together to create costs/in-efficiency within the organization.

The position also entails creation, managing and enhancement of all Microsoft Access Databases or other database types used to support the Customer Engineering Organization. This individual will also be responsible for the management, troubleshooting and maintenance of the team’s websites and all hardware and software used by the EST Desk.

Principal accountabilities:

• Pro-actively and continuously support the Customer Engineering Leads with cost, productivity and profitability analysis.
• Development, generation and enhancement of KPI daily, monthly and quarterly reports.
• Create, monitor and analyze monthly results from cost centers costs to maintenance costs, as well as monitoring productivity performance, headcount and capital expenditures.
• Assist the Leads in the preparation of quarterly business area reports.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis on real time requests.
• Identify opportunities for productivity improvements, reduced maintenance costs and process optimization in the organization.
• Support and Management of the hardware and software used by the EST Desk, including keeping the PC’s updated with the standard tools and the first level of troubleshooting of hardware/software problems.
• Maintenance of EST and Project Execution Websites. Development of new or additional pages as business needs change.
• Creation, management and enhancement of all databases used to support the Customer Engineering Organization.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Engineering or Businees degree preferred; computer science will be considered.
• In lieu of a degree, must have greater than 2 years of business analysis experience in order to be considered.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with a diverse group including managers, subject matter experts, and work process execution experts. Ability to target communication to each level and each individual for maximum impact.
• Basic knowledge of statistics and other technical analytical subject matter so that reports present useful data.
• Demonstrated analytical skills, combined with good SAP and Business Warehouse system skills.
• Individual who is motivated, energized and can execute change initiatives. Able to multitask effectively.
• Ability to learn and understand different work processes within a larger organization and use that information as the framework for understanding the data generated by those work processes.
• Use business knowledge to target areas for analysis.
• Ability to take a report that contains a lot of technical information and condense it down, in way of summary, for presentation to people in management.
• Web development experience is not required; however applicants should be interested in growing into a moderate level of web development.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can specifically apply to Job Req #2996BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

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Air Products: CI Manager

2009-04-07T09:37:00.000-04:00

Req No. 3149BR
Job Title CI Manager
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country Spain
United States
Location EU-ES-Cornella
US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Business Support Services
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a CI Manager. This position can be located at our facility in Cornella, Spain, our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania, or Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The position is accountable for significantly contributing to the achievement of Global Business Shared Services productivity goals. Responsibilities include building a global team of resources, training, coaching/mentoring CI Black Belts in Six Sigma/Lean and leading applications of CI tools. Accountable for driving increased productivity and predictable business results, while building a culture of continuous improvement in the Global Business Shared Services organization. In addition, the position will lead the Annual CI Planning process for Global Business Shared Services to define and prioritize those impactful opportunities on a regular basis.

NATURE AND SCOPE
This position requires a wide variety of business knowledge and experience in a number of the following functions: sales, marketing, operations, finance, procurement, customer service, quality, work process improvement, and human resources. Knowledge of these areas with the ability to analyze and diagnose complex business and process needs is required. The position requires strong strategic and tactical planning abilities using a wide variety of diagnostic and mapping techniques. The incumbent will have the ability to quickly and effectively assimilate business and process information and use it to diagnose improvement opportunities. He or she will need sufficient knowledge of a wide variety of Continuous Improvement approaches and tools to effectively identify and apply the optimum ones.

DIMENSIONS
The CI Manager will support Global Business Shared Services representing a cumulative population of 750-1000 performers in multiple locations around the world. The incumbent will have 5-7 global direct reports, responsible for executing CI events delivering >$500,000 in hard productivity on annual basis.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
This position is accountable for the following end results:

• Lead the Global Business Shared Services Leadership Team through the CI planning process, including Analyze and Prioritize, Plan Improvements, Implement and Control Improvements and Capture Results and Leverage Learnings steps.
• Execute CI events that deliver hard productivity commitments made during the annual CI planning process via the use of advanced CI tools (i.e., SIGMA)
• Develop and coach the CI Belts in the execution of their responsibilities
• Coach operational leaders and their “embedded” CI resources in their roles as promoters and implementers of CI.
• Develop and implement strategy for increasing the CI competency of the Global Business Shared Services.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Shared Services experience is beneficial, but not required.
• Experience in energy, chemical or materials processing industries preferred.
• 7+ years of business/operations experience with 2+ years full-time direct experience as a Black Belt.
• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to facilitate cross-functional teams; prior experience managing global teams is preferred.
• Completed transaction or manufacturing-related projects with demonstrated success and financial results.
• Technical competency in Lean Six Sigma skills: DMAIC, Lean, Kaizen and change management.
• Ability to influence peers and higher level managers.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively coach and train Green/Black Belts and project teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in Windows, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Statistical software.
• Should be familiar with the adult learning process and related knowledge of instructional design. Should have sensitivity and ability to deliver training to meet the needs of varying cultures and situations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills required. Able to use a variety of training tools including computer hardware and software.
• Travel required - 25%
• Education: BS/BA or equivalent experience required.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #3149BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Regional - Asia
Regional - Europe
Regional - US

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Guardian Life: Developer III

2009-03-30T10:01:00.003-04:00

Job Title: Developer III
Job Location: Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date: 2009-03-26
Request Number: 4128

Job Description:
Developer III - As technical project lead will provide leadership for critical and complex projects and act as key technical advisor to project teams; will provide technical insights for customizing new products built on Navisys Front Office system to support new business processes and upload data to the appropriate administration system; will configure underwriting rules for individual life policies, testing and documentation; will integrate Navisys and Websphere application server with other business applications using IBM MQ and Filenet. The platform provides a common front end for customer service activities on policies hosted across multiple administration systems. Technology/Software used will be Java, JSP, JDBC, HTML, JMS, EJB 2.0, Servlet, Oracle 10.2, WSAD 5.1.2, PVCS, Toad, XML, XPath, SOAP, Unix, Serena Dimension. Requirements include: MS in Computer Science, IT or related field and 2 years experience in job offered. Will accept BS and 5 years progressively responsible experience. Minimum 2 years experience in Navisys systems reqd. Only qualified candidates will be considered. Please send your resume to: GB, The Guardian, 3900 Burgess Place, Bethlehem, PA 18017 or fax (610) 807-7880 or email: nrohrresumes@glic.com. EOE M/F/D/V, Non-smoking environment.

Qualification:
Requirements include: MS in Computer Science, IT or related field and 2 years experience in job offered. Will accept BS and 5 years progressively responsible experience. Minimum 2 years experience in Navisys systems reqd. Only qualified candidates will be considered. Please send your resume to: GB, The Guardian, 3900 Burgess Place, Bethlehem, PA 18017 or fax (610) 807-7880 or email: nrohrresumes@glic.com. EOE M/F/D/V, Non-smoking environment.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Neurologist

2009-03-18T12:55:00.000-04:00

Neurologist

•High caliber interdisciplinary group practice with 14 neurologists •Very competitive compensation •5 weeks vacation + 1 week paid CME •Call 1:6 •Paid malpractice and health insurance •Opportunity for subspecialty program development •Distinguished clinical neuroscience research division •Neuro Pathology •Anticipated Neuro Residency 2009 •Academic appointments available with Penn State-Hershey •Excellent support from neurosurgery, neuroradiology and intensivists •Primary Stroke Center certification •Beautiful suburban location yet close proximity to NYC and Philadelphia •U.S. News & World Report “Americas Best Hospitals” recognition 13 years in a row

Contact Information: For more information, please call John Castaldo, MD, at 610-969-0216 or e-mail CV to Debra.Perna@lvh.com

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Maternal Fetal Medicine

2009-03-18T12:53:00.002-04:00

Maternal Fetal Medicine Positions

The regional perinatal center at Lehigh Valley Hospital is expanding, and we are seeking additional MFM subspecialists: Practice evidence-based medicine with a collegial, well-trained group Join an academic medical center that is dedicated to outstanding patient care, clinical research and education Teach residents within our well-established OB/GYN residency program that has five residents per year Provide comprehensive care - prenatal diagnosis, fetal therapies, CVS, PUBS and deliveries Receive an academic appointment at Pennsylvania State University and support for grants and research Work with a great staff - NPs experienced in MFM, 5 experienced ultrasound techs, exceptional ancillary staff Have access to great equipment - 5 Phillips iu22s with 3D/4D technology Participate in a unique schedule that preserves quality of life Lehigh Valley Hospital is a superbly run, high-performing community hospital comprising over 950 beds that strongly supports scholarly activities, and that demonstrates consistent financial stability. There is a Level III NICU, 10-bed perinatal unit and 10 LDRs through which we register approximately 3,600 deliveries. The hospital is located in eastern PAs Lehigh Valley, a vibrant suburban area with three mid-sized cities, great schools, numerous colleges, a moderate cost of living and a population of over 750,000 only 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City.

Contact Information: Email CV to John Smulian, MD, Chief of MFM, c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com or call (610)969-0212 for more information.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Gynecologic Oncologist

2009-03-18T12:53:00.001-04:00

Gynecologic Oncologist

GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY POSITION - GROUP PRACTICE - PENNSYLVANIA Seeking a BC/BE gyn oncologist to join an established practice with two well-trained, collegial gynecologic oncologists. Combine interests in patient care, medical student and resident education, and clinical research through GOG. Receive an attractive compensation package with excellent benefits and be eligible for an academic appointment at our affiliate, Pennsylvania State University. Have access to a large referral network and coordinated cancer services through our Comprehensive Cancer Center. The OB/GYN Department has strong physician leadership, over 30 generalists, subspecialists in gyn onc, REI, MFM and urogynecology, and an excellent residency program with 16 residents. Lehigh Valley Hospital has over 800 beds on 3 campuses in the contiguous cities of Allentown and Bethlehem, and has been nationally recognized for quality and clinical innovation. The Lehigh Valley area is conveniently located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City; and has strong school systems, 10 colleges and universities and a diverse array of cultural and recreational offerings.

Contact Information: Email CV to Richard Boulay, MD, Chief of Gyn Oncology, c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com, or call (610) 969-0212 for more information.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Pediatric Intensivist

2009-03-18T12:52:00.004-04:00

Pediatric Intensivist

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) seeks a BC/BE pediatric intensivist to join our employed group comprised of three intensivists and five hospitalists. We follow patients 24/7 in our 7-bed Level II PICU and 26-bed general pediatric unit and take in house call once per week. LVHN is a 988-bed clinically integrated system which provides the region’s most comprehensive care for children. We have a Level I trauma center with additional qualification in pediatrics and burn care, a Level III NICU that is covered by our group of neonatologists, and we offer a full range of pediatric specialists. Opportunity for teaching and academic appointment is available. For the third consecutive year, LVHN has been listed in FORTUNE Magazine as one of the 100 best companies to work for in the United States! We offer great working atmosphere, competitive salary and excellent benefits. LVHN is located in the beautiful Lehigh Valley, with excellent suburban public schools, ten colleges and universities, safe neighborhoods and moderate cost of living. We are conveniently located between two great cities - 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of NYC.

Contact Information: If interested, please email your CV to John VanBrakle, M.D., Chair of Pediatrics, c/o Stephanie.Figueroa@LVH.com or call 610-969-0217.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Pediatric Cardiology

2009-03-18T12:52:00.002-04:00

Pediatric Cardiologist

NON-INVASIVE PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGIST FOR PRIVATE PRACTICE LEHIGH VALLEY, PENNSYLVANIA Enjoy a good work/life balance! Growing, well-established group of 3 non-invasive Pediatric Cardiologists seeking 4th BC/BE Pediatric Cardiologist. The group is affiliated with 9 hospitals and values patient time. Enjoy an opportunity to teach and work in a team environment. Benefits include competitive salary with profit-sharing and a schedule for partnership, health insurance, paid malpractice insurance, generous vacation and CME, etc. Office located in Allentown, PA—60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of NYC. The community offers excellent public schools, ten colleges and universities, numerous cultural and recreational activities and reasonable housing.

Contact Information: Send CVs to Beth.Martin@LVH.com. For more information, phone 610-969-0207.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Pediatric Neurology

2009-03-18T12:51:00.000-04:00

New Endowed Chair in Pediatric Neurology

Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org), a premier academic community hospital located in eastern PA, seeks an outstanding BC/BE physician leader to fill a new role - The William H. Grube Jr. and Phyllis Esterly Grube Endowed Chair in Pediatric Neurology. Join two other full-time pediatric neurologists in an established program and participate in the network’s institutionally-supported clinical research activities and medical education programs. Take advantage of the ability to develop your own clinical area of interest, a mature adult neurosciences program and a nurse triage system that limits after-hours clinical contacts. LVH is a clinically integrated system which provides the region’s most comprehensive care for children including a Level III NICU with 24/7 in-house coverage by neonatology attending physicians, a pediatric inpatient unit and PICU both staffed 24/7 in-house by eight fellowship-trained pediatric hospitalists and intensivists along with a primary care program for children with special needs LVH has an outstanding reputation for quality, safety, clinical innovation and financial stability and is consistently cited as a top performer. It is located in a beautiful suburban area with excellent schools, 10 colleges and universities, low crime rate, diverse economic base and an abundance of recreational and cultural offerings. Enjoy easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, DC, the shores of New Jersey, Maryland and Delaware in addition to the year round offerings of the Pocono Mountains Resort area.

Contact Information: If you are interested in learning more about this position, please email your CV to John Van Brakle, M.D., Chair of Pediatrics c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com or call 610.969.0212.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Hand Surgeon

2009-03-18T12:50:00.002-04:00

Hand Surgeon

PRIVATE PRACTICE SEEKING HAND SURGEON Orthopaedic Associates of Bethlehem (OAB) is one of the premier specialty practices in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. The group consists of 6 general orthopaedic surgeons, 1 podiatrist and 1 pain management physician. We are seeking a BC/BE orthopaedic surgeon with added qualifications in hand surgery. Successful candidate will be the lead hand surgeon within the group plus he/she will have the opportunity to do general orthopaedic cases. This is primarily a clinical position with academic appointment and some exposure to medical students on surgical rotation. OAB serves three area hospitals with state-of-the-art operating rooms and surgical resources including robotics. The group is seeking a long-term partner and is offering a two year partnership track. MALPRACTICE IS NOT ONEROUS IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY which is located one hour north of Philadelphia and ninety minutes west of NYC. It is a lush, suburban area with a population of over 600,000, great public and private schools, 10 colleges and universities, recreational activities that include the Philadelphia Eagles training camp, a minor league baseball stadium, an Olympic cycling arena, a nationally recognized Musikfest plus golf, skiing, hiking, etc. The affordable housing market has recently been mentioned as one of the most stable in the country.

Contact Information: If you would like to know more about OAB and the community, please call 610-969-0213. Submit CVs to Pamela.Adams@LVH.com

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Ophthalmology

2009-03-18T12:50:00.001-04:00

Ophthalmologist

Lehigh Valley Hospital is a 1,000 bed tertiary care facility located 60 minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes west of NYC. We’re big and we’re strong! Now one of the largest hospitals in PA, one of the best hospitals in U.S. News and World Report for the last thirteen years and recently listed in FORTUNE Magazine as one of the 100 best companies to work for in the United States! We have an immediate opening for a BC/BE ophthalmologist to join a network owned practice with optical suite. A generalist is preferred but all candidates will be given serious consideration. Call is 1:4; opportunities to teach and conduct clinical research; eligibility for faculty appointment at Penn State Hershey – the hospital’s academic affiliate.

Contact Information: If interested in this salaried position, please submit CV to Pamela.Adams@LVH.com or call 610-969-0213 for more information.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Surgical Oncology

2009-03-18T12:49:00.000-04:00

Surgical Oncologist

Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH), a premier academic community hospital located in southeastern Pennsylvania, has an immediate opening for a staff surgical oncologist to join a network owned practice. Interest in a broad range of surgical oncology procedures is welcome, particularly in the areas of upper GI, hepatobiliary, pancreatic and soft tissue sarcoma surgery. The successful candidate will join four surgical oncologists with expertise in a variety of innovative techniques, such as laparoscopic liver surgery and regional chemotherapy. In addition to clinical activities, physicians participate in the education of medical students and residents and are encouraged to participate in clinical and translational research. The hospital’s cancer program is the fourth busiest in the state and a founding member of the Penn State Cancer Institute which is seeking NCI designation. As a major clinical campus of Penn State/Hershey, our physicians are eligible for academic appointment. LVH is located sixty minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes west of NYC in a beautiful suburban area with good schools and safe neighborhoods.

Contact Information: Send CVs to Thomas Whalen, MD, Chair of Surgery, c/o Pamela.Adams@LVH.com or call 610-969-0213 for more information.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Infectious Disease Physicians

2009-03-18T12:46:00.001-04:00

Infectious Disease Physicians

SEEKING INFECTIOUS DISEASE PHYSICIAN – We are the premier ID group at 1,000-bed Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH). Our group consists of 9 physicians and 5 physician assistants. We strive to provide highest quality patient care, we take time to teach students and residents and we make time to participate in clinical research. We respect and support each other. Our new associate will enjoy professional camaraderie, share equally in a great call schedule, work for only one hospital and see varied, interesting cases. If this sounds like the environment you are looking for, please call us at 610-969-0213. LVH is located in 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of NYC in a beautiful area of southeastern Pennsylvania with affordable housing and great public schools.

Contact Information: Submit CVs to Pamela.Adams@LVH.com and please visit our website at www.lvh.org

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Internist

2009-03-18T12:45:00.002-04:00

Internist - Centro de Salud

Centro de Salud LatinoAmericano Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org) in Allentown, PA seeks third experienced BC General Internist to join growing dynamic practice of two physicians and a physician assistant serving the health care needs of our Latino population. Successful candidate will be an innovative, bi-lingual/bi-cultural physician with a sincere interest in providing care for underserved communities. Experience/interest in chronic disease management, medical home model, community outreach, and health disparities research desired. Opportunity for clinical research, teaching and QI. Join GIM Faculty at the assistant/associate professor level. LVH is a major teaching affiliate of Penn State College of Medicine and is located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of NYC.

Contact Information: For more information, please call 610-969-0216 or email CV to Debra.Perna@LVH.com No J-1, O-1 or H1-B visas please.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Family Medicine

2009-03-18T12:44:00.002-04:00

Family Medicine Physician - Valley Family Med. Ctr.

COME JOIN US AS WE LAUNCH OUR NEW PRACTICE! With the merger of two well-established family medicine practices, Valley Family Medical Center is looking to add a BC/BE family medicine physician to join their growing practice. A member of Lehigh Valley Physician Group, the multi-specialty physician practice of Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network, the group comprises five physicians who are passionate about patient care. Enjoy working with a compassionate staff in a friendly environment. The practice is located in the quaint town of Emmaus, which has recently been recognized in Money Magazine as one of the top 100 places to live in the U.S. Lehigh Valley Hospital is an award-winning, premier academic community hospital with 18 residency and fellowship programs, including Family Medicine. We are a major teaching campus of Penn State/Hershey. Enjoy a call schedule of 1:5, an attractive compensation and benefits package, including fully-paid medical insurance, and paid medical malpractice. The Lehigh Valley is a beautiful suburban area with a population of over 750,000 people. The area has excellent schools, 10 colleges and universities, a moderate cost of living and diverse cultural and recreational offerings. We are conveniently located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City.

Contact Information: Interested physicians should e-mail a CV to Madalyn Schaefgen, MD, c/o Beth.Martin@LVH.com or call (610) 969-0207 for more information. No visas please.

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Lehigh Valley Health Network: Emergency Medicine

2009-03-18T12:42:00.002-04:00

Emergency Medicine

JOIN ONE OF FORTUNE MAGAZINE’S BEST PLACES TO WORK IN THE U.S.! Lehigh Valley Hospital’s Emergency Medicine Department—now managing 5 sites in Pennsylvania—has grown. Our 50+ salaried Emergency Medicine physicians and 15 PAs and NPs enjoy a collegial atmosphere and evaluate over 199,000 patients annually. Candidates must be clinically excellent, patient focused, BC/BE and EM Residency trained. We have a paperless ED, the largest Level I Trauma program in PA with Primary Angioplasty and Stroke Alert and MI Alert Program, an 18-bed Burn Center and an Emergency Medicine Residency along with 13 additional accredited programs. LVH is listed in U.S. News & World Report for the 13th consecutive year as one of our nation’s best hospitals. Our organization is physician-led, financially strong, and the winner of many quality awards including MAGNET status in nursing. We offer a competitive salary, wonderful work environment with excellent physician and mid-level coverage, and robust benefits including family healthcare with no employee contribution, 3 forms of retirement, medical liability coverage, 6 weeks of PTO plus 1 week of CME with $3,200 annually plus ACEP/ACOEP boards paid, + more. Opportunity for teaching, research, and career advancement. Our ED locations are in the Lehigh Valley and in Hazleton, PA. Both locations are within 1-1/2 hrs. to NYC and 1-2 hours to Philadelphia. Our members find a healthy lifestyle and moderate to low cost of living, excellent suburban public schools, and pleasant neighborhoods. Live within minutes of your workplace!

Contact Information: To learn more, e-mail CV to Richard MacKenzie,MD, Chair of Emergency Medicine, LVH, at debra.perna@LVH.com Phone (610) 969-0216.

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Guardian Life: Implementation Technology Representative

2009-03-18T10:41:00.003-04:00

Job Title: Implementation Technology Representative
Job Location: Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date: 2009-03-16
Request Number: 4124

Job Description:
Perform business and system analysis, system design and user-acceptance testing for product/sales-based software within the Manufacturing Profit Center. This position requires strong mathematical, analytical and problem solving skills as well as the ability to handle multiple assignments, respond to rapidly changing priorities and to work within tight deadlines. Life Insurance, marketing, and database/software implementation knowledge is a plus. Strategy Understands the problems, opportunities, and business requirements expressed by the Profit Center. Understands requirements and procedures for assigned tasks. Adheres to project procedures for assigned tasks. Implementation Creates and/or assists in creating detailed business/systems requirements for system functions from high-level Business Requirements. Participates in Product/System Business Requirements walk-through and review with the Business units, IT and vendors. Develops user-acceptance testing scenarios and test cases for the component that they are assigned. Performs user-acceptance testing on sales software tools and/or database feeds and/or interface files, problem reporting, and problem reconciliation. Uses testing tools to assist with numerical components during the user-acceptance testing phase. An example of this would be a spreadsheet to verify calculations, formulas, solves for actuarial/processing concepts. Communicates and interacts with appropriate individuals and groups during testing to report bugs and identify changes that may impact data, workflow and/or functionality by utilizing department UAT standards and processes. Perform regression testing pre/post launch of software Software Maintenance & Customer Support Assist in the identification and requirement definition of miscellaneous system enhancements (i.e. Deferred/outstanding issues/items from prior illustration releases). Assist in the maintenance of Illustration documentation and release information. Assist in the resolution and implementation of production problems as dictated by the end users.

Qualification:
College Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics or Accounting a plus, or equivalent business experience Knowledge of one or more of the following individual life insurance products: Traditional Life Insurance, Variable Life Insurance, Universal Life Insurance, Variable/Universal Life Insurance, Annuities, a plus. Excellent math aptitude and/or business analysis experience Experience in data analysis and/or data extracts, or working with 3rd-party system interfaces, a plus Strong PC skills including MS Word and MS Excel, required Life Insurance experience, a plus Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Experience in writing a variety of business documents, preferably including business process documentation. Excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to work in a team environment. Excellent PC skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Lotus Notes (or similar programs). High-level understanding of mainframe / client server / web-based technologies May require minimal travel to Guardian’s New York Home Office (several times per year) Interested individuals should submit their posting application to Human Resources by 5:00 on Monday, March 23rd.

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Pos'tive Produce: Full-Time Secretary

2009-03-16T09:27:00.001-04:00

Pos'tive Produce, an Allentown company importing produce, cleaning it and then distributing it, is seeking a full-time secretary.

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Air Products: Credit Union Loan Process Coordinator

2009-03-08T13:55:00.000-04:00

Req No. 3054BR
Job Title CREDIT UNION LOAN PROCESS COORDINATOR
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Non-Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Credit Union Loan Process Coordinator at our the APCI Federal Credit Union located at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

APCI Federal Credit Union is seeking an experienced loan process coordinator who is willing and able to work Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. While not part of the current position, evenings and/or Saturday's may be required in the future. The loan coordinator prepares credit requests, acquires credit reports and assigns to loan officers. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining relationships and processing orders with current vendors including local and nationwide real estate appraisal, title, and flood determination firms and recording offices. In addition the incumbent is responsible for managing the credit union credit insurance program, including initiating claims and monitoring the processing for members.

The incumbent is responsible for the delivery of friendly, prompt, and knowledgeable service ensuring member confidentiality while providing sound recommendations that further our credit union’s reputation and mission. A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of all credit union products and services is required. The incumbent must be enthusiastic, creative and possess strong aptitude for application within a service focused organization to provide the best solution to a wide variety of member questions. Equally important are effective interpersonal, written and verbal communications and organization skills.

Qualifications:

The incumbent should possess;
• At least an Associate Degree in Business or Finance or 3 years of related financial services experience.
• Knowledge of general math principles is required including application of rules to calculate and explain compound interest and loan amortization.
• Strong customer service skills, as well as the ability to work well as part of a team.
• The ability to process a high volume of work using the Credit Union’s IT system and Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, and other Windows based computer applications.
• The ability to prioritize demands, handle multiple tasks and be well organized.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #3054BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.

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Air Products: Epoxy Additives Section Lead

2009-03-04T06:38:00.001-05:00

Air Products: Electrical Designer

2009-03-03T10:03:00.001-05:00

Req No. 2929BR
Job Title ELECTRICAL DESIGNER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Non-Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Electronics/Electronics Tech
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an Electrical Designer in the Design Group at its Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing Center (SEMC) in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Base Skills:
* Self-Starter - Ability to work both independently and as a productive member of a workgroup in a manufacturing environment.
* Good Written and Verbal Communication Skills.
* Strong Computer Skills.
* Positive attitude.

The candidate’s main role will be the use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) software to develop/maintain manufacturing and vendor drawings from specifications, instructions, sketches and layouts prepared by others and enter/maintain data in the company’s ERP system.

Skills Required:
* Use and operation of Solid Works 3D CAD / modeling software. Knowledge of other SolidWorks applications (Router, PDMWorks) is a plus.
* Microstation 2D & 3D CAD modeling software proficiency is a plus.
* Drafting practices and procedures, basic design standards and applications theory, equipment and materials knowledge, basic math, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and be able to express information in verbal and written form.
* Instrument, Electrical, and Controls design capability - (600 VAC, 3 Phase and below).
* Ability to read P&ID's, ladder logic, wiring schematics and be familiar with microprocessor-based controllers and PLCs.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate would have:
• a minimum of 5-10 years experience with an Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology
• intermediate CAD skill level or greater…SolidWorks preferred, Microstation 2D accepted.
• a willingness to work in a team environment and actively participate on work process improvement initiatives.
• a willingness to learn and further develop technical skills.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2929BR.

If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

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Guardian Life: Senior Consultant

2009-02-25T16:27:00.000-05:00

Job Title:	Senior Consultant
Job Location:	Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date:	2009-02-24
Request Number:	4103
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Job Description:
Guardian Life Insurance Company is looking to hire an experienced management consultant with six sigma certification for our Bethlehem, PA and New York, NY locations for their Process Improvement and Service Strategy Department. The Senior Consultant position will support the Individual Life Insurance organization by leading data gathering, analysis and project planning for major operational improvement and analytics projects as well as consulting and advising with several levels of the organization relating to these initiatives. Major project areas of focus will include process analytics, business unit performance measurement & management, benchmarking and best practices definition and supporting the development of an operational excellence culture.

Qualification:
Experience: Must have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in consulting, project management and/or supporting major corporate initiatives in a high-visibility project environment, preferably at a major consulting firm in the financial services industry. Life insurance experience preferred. Demonstrated experience working with senior management of a large corporation. Demonstrated record of managing projects to successful completion. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications required. Education: Bachelor’s degree required. MBA a plus. Six Sigma certified or progress toward achieving Yellow/Green/Black belt status.

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Air Products: Instrument Designer, Cryogenics, Principal Systems Engineer

2009-02-21T23:06:00.001-05:00

Req No. 2026BR
Job Title INSTRUMENT DESIGNER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Non-Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an Instrument Designer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This is a position in the Global Operations Organization of Air Products and Chemicals within the Process Controls Group. The designers in this team predominately provide design support to plant analyzer retrofits and projects. Additionally support is provided for control system platform additions, and cabinet designs.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:
•Physicals: For ASU plants, based on Intergraph designed piping plans and isometric details, instrument specifications and flow sheet data, the understanding of all applicable Design Engineering Standards with regards to tubing, fittings mounting requirements and construction specifications. The ability to do material take-offs for a bill of material. The ability to produce 3D instrument location drawings using Microstation software. The basic knowledge of process conditions and the ability to apply it to location of instrumentation and hookup drawings.
•* Hookups: The ability to develop detailed installation drawings for tubing of instruments including developing a comprehensive bill of material for all of the components required for the individual installations. The drawings are developed based on a solid understanding of process requirements and proper material selection for process and environmental criteria coupled with information derived from P & ID's., instrument specifications and Design Engineering Standards.
•* Mounting Details: The ability to develop detailed installation drawings for mounting and installing instruments including developing a comprehensive bill of material for all of the components required for the individual installations.
•* Control Panel: The knowledge and understanding of all applicable APCI standards pertaining to wiring, fabrication, painting, AC control devices and instrumentation contained in control panels. To understand basic electrical and electronic fundamentals of control. To understand AC and DC power requirements. The ability to communicate information effectively to panel vendor shops.
•* Loop Design: The ability to develop detailed d.c. control circuit point-to-point interconnecting wiring drawings to support the fabrication of control panels. This application requires a basic understanding of electrical and electronic control fundamentals along with the ability to derive point-to-point wiring information from electrical wiring diagrams or Cable Database termination schedules.
•* Analyzer Panel Design: The ability to understand UHP requirements such as cleaning procedures, welding procedures, VCR fitting technology, special valving requirements and purification technology. Understand chromatograph technology and apply it when necessary. Understand the most recent analyzer systems designed by Operations and apply it to non-operation plants. To be aware of calibration gas requirements and new manifold-regulator technology as well as the ability to specify the requirements.
•* Instrument Air Systems: The ability to design a complete instrument air system based on the supply requirements of all in-line and off-line instrumentation. To understand pressure regulating requirements and operational procedures for isolation.
•* Chemical Plant Design: The ability to design instrument location drawings and hookups as described in the "Physicals/hookups" section in corrosive, liquid and condensable gas services. The knowledge of all special chemical standards and safety requirements. The basic understanding of chemical plant instrumentation.
•* Hazardous Plant Design: The ability to design instrument location drawings and hookups as described in the "Physicals/Hookups" section in Hazardous and Classified areas. Knowledge of the NFPA 496 code is required for purging requirements. Requirements for control panel/analyzer panel electrical devices in these areas.
•* Gas Purification Design: The knowledge of gas purifier panels and the ability to apply it to UHP analytical calibration gas systems.
•* Bills of Material: The ability to develop bills of material or purchase of equipment required to support the construction of projects. Bills of material are developed from physical drawings and standard details requiring a comprehensive knowledge of materials and construction practices.

Additional skills include but are not limited to:
E Interface, Estimating, Forecasting/Statusing, Cross Functional (Instrumentation/ Electrical Design), and Field Experience

OTHER SKILLS: A high school diploma/equivalent with 1-2 yrs min exp.
•Communication (all formats), Presentation Skills, Application and Productivity

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2026BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

Req No. 1716BR
Job Title COMMERCIAL TECHNOLOGY PROCESS SPECIALIST - INDUSTRIAL CRYOGENICS
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-IL-Chicago
US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Merchant Gases
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Commercial Technology Process Specialist - Industrial Cryogenics at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania or in Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities include the technical sales of gases, technology and equipment to the industrial cryogenics industry for North American Merchant Gases business. Main applications are cryogenic grinding and process cooling, however, support is required for other miscellaneous cryogenic applications. Individual expected to contact customers/prospects, to make customer presentations and proposals, and to work with Air Products sales and marketing to help sell services and solutions to the industry.

Other duties include process troubleshooting at customer sites, starting up cryogenic grinding systems, running customer demonstration trials, and providing input to our applied research group for new offering development. This individual will be involved from the initial contact, all the way through startup and customer retention.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technical degree in manufacturing-related field is desired.
* 5 or more years experience in cryogenic applications, industrial engineering/plant operations experience is a plus.
* Strong knowledge of cryogenic applications, equipment design and data monitoring systems.
* Strong commercial or customer interaction experience.
* Knowledge of grinding applications is also preferred.
* 40% travel.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #1716BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 2655BR
Job Title PRINCIPAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Technology (all except Elect/High Temp/Advanced)
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Principal Systems Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The Principal Systems Engineer is a member of a highly specialized staff of professionals who provide mathematical and statistical consulting and analysis services primarily to scientific researchers, plant engineers, and business managers. This position is located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA, and reports to the Manager of the Computational Modeling Center.

The incumbent is responsible for developing, conducting and participating in technical studies involving chemical process and product development with emphasis on process optimization and robust product design, through Design of Experiments (DOE) and multivariate statistical techniques such as principal component analysis and partial least squares (PCA/PLS). Additional responsibilities include plant data mining for performance monitoring, quality control and cycle time optimization to support plant operations. Primary customers are located in the technology, operations and business areas. The incumbent works independently on key projects, but most often participates in team efforts. In addition, it is important to seek out new application areas within APCI, where business needs and data modeling capabilities can be brought together profitably and possibly innovatively. A typical project will require the incumbent to understand a particular chemical process, aid in establishing the goals of a research study on that process, formulate a custom-made and cost-efficient experimental plan to achieve those goals, decide on an appropriate method of analysis, and report the results in a clear fashion. Frequently the goal of such a project is that of process optimization, and the incumbent must be familiar with such techniques in order to provide effective technical assistance. The methodology employed in any particular problem may be a classical one, but often, the problem will dictate the development of a creative methodology which is not found in the literature.

BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Position requires a Ph.D. in Chemical / Industrial / Mechanical Engineering with background in engineering sciences, applied statistics and computational modeling techniques.
• 0-5 years of experience in industrial problem solving with emphasis on analyzing process data coming from multiple sources and sensors including digital images.
• The incumbent must have strong knowledge of the state-of-the-art methods in data mining, numerical analysis and mathematical optimization, simulation techniques, and statistical sciences.
• Experience with process monitoring and fault diagnosis technologies, batch process optimization and control is a big plus.
• Proficiency with stochastic modeling and optimization techniques for business data mining and reliability engineering.
• Strong programming skills with strong proficiency in SAS, MATLAB and other data mining tools.
• Excellent communication skills are a must.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide integrated consulting services in statistical modeling, numerical analysis and computational engineering sciences to the internal research and engineering community.
2. Perform applied research for process and product improvement through the combination of first principles engineering science models and computational techniques. Work with universities and external research organizations as required.
3. Perform Process data analysis from plants for performance monitoring, quality control and cycle time optimization.
4. Develop mathematical and statistical models, solve numerical problems, write specific code as needed, and effectively perform applications testing to ensure robust performance.
5. Communicate technical results to a wide audience in a manner that the solution strategy and business impact are readily understood.
6. Teach in-house courses on topics including, DOE, Regression Analysis, Multivariate Quality Control.

CAREER PATHS:
An individual with this type of background can easily move into the various engineering and technology areas. The diverse background, while difficult to acquire, provides these candidates with a significant degree of flexibility regarding assignments.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2655BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Air Products: Lead Process Engineer

2009-02-18T11:19:00.000-05:00

Req No. 2464BR
Job Title LEAD PROCESS ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Technology (all except Elect/High Temp/Advanced)
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has immediate openings in our Process Data Technologies team for talented engineers with an interest in various aspects of data collection, analysis, modeling and productivity. Successful candidates will use their skills to leverage process data as a means of supporting and driving productivity programs for our differentiated businesses and global operations.

Specific activities will focus on the areas of empirical modeling of chemical processes, image analysis, process optimization, supply chain analysis and other data driven technologies. You will be involved in technology development programs from concept initiation through commercialization, working closely with team members from our engineering, operations, and business teams around the world. You must be able to develop a credible business case to support ideas for new data driven technology programs, and to participate effectively on or lead the multi-disciplinary teams that will develop and execute these ideas. Much of the work load will center on performance monitoring and other productivity improvement efforts.

These jobs are located at our corporate headquarters in Trexlertown, Pennsylvania.

The Process Data Technologies team is part of our Process and Separations Center, an R&D organization focused on research into and development of improved chemical processes and cycles, as well as the scale-up and commercialization of new products. These jobs require 25 – 30% travel to operating facilities around the world, and support potential career paths in R&D, operations or engineering, depending on personal interests.

Position Qualifications & Requirements:
- A minimum of five years experience with the practical application of innovative solutions in industrial and business settings,with a focus on productivity and/or data analysis applications.
- PhD (preferred) or M.Sc. in Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science, specializing in one or more of the following: image analysis, applied statistics, advanced control, optimization, financial modeling
- Experience with multiple programming languages, particularly MATLAB, C++ or SAS
- A track record of championing new ideas and technology
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to effectively contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2464BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Air Products: Commercial Development Manager

2009-02-17T09:07:00.001-05:00

Req No. 3013BR
Job Title COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Technology (all except Elect/High Temp/Advanced)
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Commercial Development Manager at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The identification and scoping of market opportunities, development of strategies for selected market opportunities, and execution of external and internal development projects are the three elements of this position. Most of the role will be project-based and highly integrated with existing core business areas rather than building step-out autonomous ventures. The role will require thriving in uncertainty and providing vision, strategies, and tactics that facilitate execution to deliver enhanced margins and accelerate growth. This position will co-lead this company-wide activity for a targeted industry/domain/segment with senior commercial development, marketing and/or general managers in existing business areas. Water is the targeted industry for this position and experience in this industry is required.

Position Responsibilities:
• Lead in the strategic marketing of adjacent segments
• Lead market research and model customer next-best alternatives
• Lead cross-business/function events and collaboration
• Segment and target the selected market opportunity based on attractiveness & fit with existing business areas
• Identify and develop investment programs/projects within the market opportunity (i.e., tactical marketing, application development, offering development and introduction, and external development)
• Develop and communicate market strategy and marcom plan for the segment
• Develop key connections both externally and internally to enable business area to deliver results.

Job Requirements:
• Ability to gain credibility quickly with business area teams and senior managers
• Sponsored by a marketing excellence team member and a general manager
• Existing network in targeted industry or demonstrated ability to build networks quickly
• Experience developing external relationships leading to commercial impact
• Experience managing development project budgets and teams
• Experience with targeted industry structure, firms and technologies
• Marketing, Strategic Planning, or Entrepreneurship MBA preferred, but not required
• Technical undergraduate degree preferred, but not required
• At least three years of experience in a marketing, development, or sales roles
• Experience with primary and secondary market research techniques
• Familiarity with Discovery Driven Planning, Lead-User, Voice-of-Customer and other methods used in the front end is highly desirable, but not required
• Ability to work in the fuzzy front end and on high-uncertainty or high risk projects.
• Self-motivated individual who has the desire to explore new markets, engage with new customers, and define new opportunities
• Ability to organize teams and utilize the skill base of the other team members to move forward (i.e., project management and facilitation skills).

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #3013BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

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Air Products: Commercial Development Specialist

2009-02-14T19:51:00.001-05:00

Req No. 3012BR
Job Title COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Technology (all except Elect/High Temp/Advanced)
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an opening for a Commercial Development Specialist at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The identification and scoping of market opportunities, development of strategies for selected market opportunities, and execution of external and internal development projects are the three elements of this position. Most of the role will be project-based and highly integrated with existing core business areas rather than building step-out autonomous ventures. The role will require thriving in uncertainty and providing vision, strategies, and tactics that facilitate execution to deliver enhanced margins and accelerate growth.

Position Responsibilities:
• Lead or participate in the strategic marketing of adjacent segments
• Conduct market research and model customer next-best alternatives
• Facilitate cross-business/function events and collaboration
• Segment & target the selected market opportunity based on attractiveness & fit with existing business areas
• Identify & develop investment programs/projects within the market opportunity (i.e., tactical marketing, application development, offering development & introduction, and external development)
• Develop & communicate market strategy for the segment
• Develop key connections both externally & internally to enable business area to deliver results

Job Requirements:
• Ability to gain credibility quickly with business area teams and senior managers
• Sponsored by a marketing excellence team member
• Marketing, Strategic Planning, or Entrepreneurship MBA preferred, but not required.
• Technical undergraduate degree preferred, but not required.
• At least three years of experience in a marketing, development, or sales roles
• Experience with primary and secondary market research techniques.
• Familiarity with Discovery Driven Planning, Lead-User, Voice-of-Customer and other methods used in the front end is highly desirable, but not required
• Ability to work in the fuzzy front end and on high-uncertainty or high risk projects.
• Self-motivated individual who has the desire to explore new markets, engage with new customers, and define new opportunities
• Ability to organize teams and utilize the skill base of the other team members to move forward (i.e., project management and facilitation skills)

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #3012BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

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Air Products: Operations Specialist, EST Data Analyst

2009-02-13T10:38:00.001-05:00

Req No. 2874BR
Job Title OPERATIONS SPECIALIST
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an opening for an experienced Operations Technical Support Specialist.

Air Products sells and operates many Nitrogen PSA’s, Nitrogen Membrane’s and small Oxygen VSA’s across the United States. The majority of these generators are sold as Sale of Gas (SOG), with the equipment owned and operated by Air Products & others are sold as Sale of Equipment (SOE). With the Sale of Equipment business, the customer owns the equipment and may periodically call on Air Products for maintenance, refurbishment or other services. These requests are coordinated through the Business Area.

The majority of the field work for Sale of Gas plants is directed by our Area Maintenance Managers (AMM’s) and is carried out by our Field Customer Stations Technicians. Call-out & routine maintenance schedules are coordinated through and created by our Equipment Support Team (EST). The role defined here will be to provide Technical Support to the Customer Stations Technicians and Customers when needed. The majority of this work will be providing phone support and troubleshooting technical problems with the customer or the Field Technician. There will be a requirement to travel to customer sites at times to provide site technical support at a customer site. Also included will be supporting SOE Customers with identifying faulty equipment and advising on repair options & ordering of replacement parts.

This position is responsible for providing Nationwide Operations Technical Support of SOG & SOE customers.

Good troubleshooting skills, Knowledge of Software, Hardware, PLC Controllers, Control System Design and Instrument Calibration are required. This will be important to support start-up activities, troubleshooting of existing and new systems and to support customers and local technicians via the phone.

Principal Job Responsibilities:

** Process Control Engineering
- Process Control System ownership of assigned local projects
- Working knowledge of local and APCI electrical engineering practices and codes
- On-site System Start-up and Commissioning of Oxygen and Nitrogen Generators
- Electrical review of local codes at site
- Design Optimization

** Troubleshooting of Electrical and Mechanical problems
- Supporting Customers
- Supporting Customer Stations Technicians

** Tracking Reliability of Equipment
- Root Cause Analysis of Equipment Failures
- Identifying Areas for Equipment Improvement
- Work closely with Engineering

** Tracking and Controlling Maintenance Expense
- Support customers as requested
- Solve problems correctly the first time
- Reduce number of maintenance calls to sites
- Work closely with Engineering to improve Product Line

Skills:

The Operations Technical Support Specialist must exercise sound judgment and interpersonal skills in the coordination and direction of our Generated Gas Business. The person selected for this position will be working beside an existing field support team. Skill requirements for this position are:

• Provide cost estimating, procurement, installation, troubleshooting, and testing of Equipment.
• Writing/Updating Operations Manuals and Procedures.
• Understanding & keeping current standards up to date.
• Over the phone system troubleshooting
• In the field system troubleshooting
• Good technical skills, particularly in instrumentation/controls
• “Hands-on” capability
• Ability to work independently
• Self starter
• Capable and effective communicator
• Professionally represent Air Products in front of customers and the public
• Build good rapport and working relationships with customers and technicians
• Capable of adjusting to the unexpected and adapting prior knowledge to unique situations
• Comfortable with new technology
• Capable of working well within the larger Gen Gas Technical Support Team.
• Efficient and organized
• Attain and maintain appropriate knowledge and skills

Experience:

The applicant should have at least 5 years experience in industrial gas equipment. The position is technical in nature and requires operating/troubleshooting experience with small compression equipment, valves, vessels and controls. Instrumentation and controls experience is required. Previous plant operating/maintenance experience is preferable.

Travel:

Ability to travel approximately 25% in the U.S. is expected.

The position will be located in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Consideration will be given to other locations dependent on the experience level of the applicant and his/her ability to work independently.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2874BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 2996BR
Job Title EST Data Analyst
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an EST (Equipment Support Team) Data Analyst at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The EST Data Analyst is responsible and focused on analyzing, bench-marking and on-going continued optimization of key performance and business metrics of various aspects of the Customer Engineering Business Organization. The areas touched by this analysis include project engineering, product management and maintenance. This individual will need to use business acumen to target areas for identifying opportunities for productivity improvements, reduced maintenance costs and process optimization in a self-starting manner. This individual will need to use high level observations as a way to drive detail-level analysis and be able to evaluate how various issues/items work together to create costs/in-efficiency within the organization.

The position also entails creation, managing and enhancement of all Microsoft Access Databases or other database types used to support the Customer Engineering Organization. This individual will also be responsible for the management, troubleshooting and maintenance of the team’s websites and all hardware and software used by the EST Desk.

Principal accountabilities:

• Pro-actively and continuously support the Customer Engineering Leads with cost, productivity and profitability analysis.
• Development, generation and enhancement of KPI daily, monthly and quarterly reports.
• Create, monitor and analyze monthly results from cost centers costs to maintenance costs, as well as monitoring productivity performance, headcount and capital expenditures.
• Assist the Leads in the preparation of quarterly business area reports.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis on real time requests.
• Identify opportunities for productivity improvements, reduced maintenance costs and process optimization in the organization.
• Support and Management of the hardware and software used by the EST Desk, including keeping the PC’s updated with the standard tools and the first level of troubleshooting of hardware/software problems.
• Maintenance of EST and Project Execution Websites. Development of new or additional pages as business needs change.
• Creation, management and enhancement of all databases used to support the Customer Engineering Organization.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Engineering or Businees degree preferred; computer science will be considered.
• In lieu of a degree, must have greater than 2 years of business analysis experience in order to be considered.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with a diverse group including managers, subject matter experts, and work process execution experts. Ability to target communication to each level and each individual for maximum impact.
• Basic knowledge of statistics and other technical analytical subject matter so that reports present useful data.
• Demonstrated analytical skills, combined with good SAP and Business Warehouse system skills.
• Individual who is motivated, energized and can execute change initiatives. Able to multitask effectively.
• Ability to learn and understand different work processes within a larger organization and use that information as the framework for understanding the data generated by those work processes.
• Use business knowledge to target areas for analysis.
• Ability to take a report that contains a lot of technical information and condense it down, in way of summary, for presentation to people in management.
• Web development experience is not required; however applicants should be interested in growing into a moderate level of web development.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can specifically apply to Job Req #2996BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

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Air Products: Epoxy Additives Section Lead

2009-02-07T20:02:00.001-05:00

Guardian Life: Software Developer

2009-02-06T14:47:00.001-05:00

Job Title: Developer II
Job Location: Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date: 2009-01-30
Request Number: 4085
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Job Description:
Design, development and administration of new annuity products and annuity riders using annuity business domain knowledge, Transcend Annuity Administration System expertise. Required skills include Magic, Java, J2EE, Oracle PL SQL, Unix Shell scripting; will also develop and support external business interfaces for Actuarial, Marketing/Communication, Accounting, Mutual Fund Management, Broker Dealers, Hedging specialists and customers. Products include enhancements for on line management of annuity accounts.

Qualification:
BS in Computer Science or engineering 2 years experience in job offered or as software developer/programmer/analyst SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (1) minimum 6 months experience in MAGIC programming language and Transcend Annuity Administration System (2) two years experience in Oracle, PL/SQL, Unix Shell scripting, Java, J2EE (3) At least 2 Life Office Management Association (LOMA) Associate Annuity Products & Administration (AAPA) Certification exams. APPLY: Gloria Buchholtz, Sr. Staffing Specialist HR, 3900 Burgess Place, Bethlehem PA 610-807-6060 or email: Gloria_M._Buchholtz@glic.com

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Air Products: Research Associate

2009-02-06T14:42:00.001-05:00

New Pennsylvania resource for job-seekers - eFolio PA

2009-02-03T14:54:00.001-05:00

From State Representative Jennifer Mann:

Whether you’ve just graduated from college and are looking for that first job, or you have years of experience and want to move up, you have to stand out and be noticed by employers. Today, a paper resume alone can’t always get it done. That's why I am proud to support a new job-seeker tool called eFolio PA .

Electronic folios – or eFolios – allow job-seekers to prepare a multimedia Web presence to showcase their qualifications when job hunting, and provide human resources directors with valuable information on potential applicants. This free service, backed by the Commonwealth, allows any state resident to create an interactive online portfolio with a customized Web address.

With eFolio PA, it will be easier than ever for workers to get their information to businesses, and eFolio PA will help businesses find qualified employees ready to hit the ground running.

Log on to http://www.efoliopa.com/ or connect via my Web site to sign up for your free eFolio and start getting noticed. PO Box 202192 Harrisburg, PA 17120-2192

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Air Products: Audit Analyst

2009-01-30T14:13:00.001-05:00

Req No. 2408BR
Job Title AUDIT ANALYST
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemical's, has an opening for an experienced operational Audit Analyst at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This audit position will be responsible for planning and conducting operational and financial audits to assess the risks and controls within our various business organizations and our core and enabling processes. Some audits will also require data analysis and interface with our ERP SAP environment. Depending on the individual's audit experience level, the successful candidate will work independently or as part of an audit team. Over the course of a candidate’s assignment they will be given a wide variety of exposure to Air Products’ operations.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, business or finance and strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and time management skills. Two to five years of previous internal audit or public accounting experience is preferred. CIA or CPA certifications are also preferred, or the candidate should be willing to obtain an audit certification while in this audit position. Experience with SAP is desirable. The position may require 25% domestic travel and international travel could be available depending on individual’s preference. A second language skill in Mandarin, Spanish or Portuguese will be a plus.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2408BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

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Sands Casino Resort - Bethlehem, PA

2009-01-29T09:19:00.001-05:00

The Sands Casino Resort in Bethlehem is now offering hundreds of jobs, in a wide array of fields. Go here for their jobs site.

More information in a 1-27-09 article from Hotels Magazine here.

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Air Products: Income Tax Controller

2009-01-28T11:28:00.001-05:00

Req No. 2853BR
Job Title INCOME TAX CONTROLLER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an Income Tax Controller at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Description:

-Responsible for the accurate computation of the income tax provision and deferred taxes on a global basis in accordance with FAS 109, FIN 48, and APB 23
-Review all foreign computations/submissions related to income taxes to ensure compliance with US GAAP
-FASB 109 research
-Work with Corporate Decision Support in preparartion of quarterly effective tax rate.
-Ownership of the tax reserve process under FIN 48 and the tax credits and adjustments schedule.
-Responsible for the preparation of all disclosures related to income taxes in the quarterly and annual financial statements
-Global SOX coordinator for income taxes

Requirements:

MBA with 5-10 years experience.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2853BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

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Air Products: Mechanical Engineer HyCO PST, Senior Principal Process Engineer, Applications Research Engineer

2009-01-24T22:08:00.002-05:00

Req No. 1455BR
Job Title Mechanical Engineer
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Engineering
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Mechanical Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER – HyCO PST

The successful candidate will be responsible for non-rotating mechanical equipment design for construction of new hydrogen/CO/syngas (HyCO) plants.

Responsibilities include providing direction to outside engineering contractors worldwide and performing critical technical reviews of their work. Areas of responsibility include furnaces, boilers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, piping, materials selection, and quality control. Experience with design and fabrication of high temperature piping and equipment is desired.

Responsibilities also include providing operating plant support for the HyCO business. This support requires interaction with Operations personnel to solve plant problems with equipment and piping.

Travel to supplier shops, construction sites, and operating plants both domestically and internationally is required. The amount of travel is normally 15-30%.

The successful candidate should have 5 years experience performing detailed design of pressurized equipment. This requires a working knowledge of ASME VIII Div.1, TEMA Standards, and API Standards. The ideal candidate will also have some experience with ASME B31.3 piping design, and piping flexibility analysis in particular. A BSME is required.

The position requires significant interaction with suppliers and engineering contractors. The successful candidate should have effective communication skills and be able to lead global team members to closure on technical issues.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #1455BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.
Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 1765BR
Job Title Senior Principal Process Engineer
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Engineering
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Sr. Principal Process Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The HYCO Cryogenics Hydrocarbon Process group works to maintain Air Products competitive position by producing state-of-the-art process designs for cryogenic hydrocarbon separation and LNG Peak Shaving applications. Process Engineers will work with Project Development Engineer, Product, and Project Engineers as well as sales personnel to execute sales estimates, and projects. This requires a high level of process expertise and desire to be at the front end of the development of projects. The successful candidate will report to the HYCO PST Process Manager and play a key role in achieving these objectives by being responsible and accountable for the following:

(1)Utilizing engineering expertise to lead and execute process and equipment designs for world class hydrogen plants.
(2)Leading technology support requested by sales and product development on the design and operation cryogenic hydrocarbon separation and LNG Peak Shaving facilities.
(3)Working closely with other functional groups including commercial, project, mechanical, machinery, systems, and R&D.
(4) Providing technology expertise to the commercial area in support of sales.
(5) Providing plant commissioning support and leading performance tests.
(6)Participating in P&ID reviews and Hazops at customer or contractor offices.

The successful candidate should hold a BS, MS, or PhD degree in Chemical Engineering with at least 5-15 years of experience in chemical engineering, preferably with an emphasis in process design. Strong technical skills and experience in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid flow, and process simulation using the ASPEN suite of tools are also necessary to be successful. Domestic and international may be required.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #1765BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 2478BR
Job Title APPLICATIONS RESEARCH ENGINEER - HEAT TREATING
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Merchant Gases
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, is looking to hire an Applications Research Engineer in Heat Treating for its Metals Processing and Atmospheres R&D team. The position is located at Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position is primarily responsible for laboratory testing, development and improvement of furnace-related equipment and technology and leading development of engineered solutions to address customer needs. These responsibilities include understanding of the customer’s requirements, developing and implementing technical solutions using individual’s application knowledge, making presentations/proposals, and working with multi-functional teams to implement solutions at the customer. Other aspects include the ability to resource technology from external partners as needed and prioritizing and managing projects. Some travel in support of customer trials and external partnering will be required.

The incumbent must be an experienced and innovative researcher with excellent engineering and communication skills (written & verbal). A strong knowledge of industrial heat treating equipment and processes as well as furnace atmospheres is required. The individual will also need to work closely with Merchant Gases marketing, equipment engineering and commercial technology teams to generate new ideas and offering concepts, and lead technology development for selected offerings.
Position requires an advanced degree in Engineering or Materials Science with at least 5 years working experience in an industrial R&D environment. Knowledge of metallography and customer interaction experience is also highly desired.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2478BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

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Physician Positions at Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA

2009-01-23T09:28:00.002-05:00

Division of General Internal Medicine

Chair of Medicine
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (LVHN) seeks a future-oriented, collaborative physician executive for one of our top leadership positions. Reporting directly to the Chief Medical Officer, the recipient of the Leonard Parker Pool Endowed Chair in Medicine will lead a department of over 400 physicians in 16 Divisions within Medicine, and be integrally engaged in the overall management of the network. This is a superb opportunity for a physician with substantive medical leadership experience to combine interests in program development, mentorship, quality improvement, scholarly endeavors and clinical practice. Our network is a fiscally-strong, high-performing, nationally recognized healthcare organization, which includes our premier academic community hospital located on three campuses with over 950 beds, 47,500 inpatient admissions per year, 129,000 emergency room visits per year, and employing nearly 400 of the 1200-member medical staff. LVHN offers 18 residency and fellowship programs, (including internal medicine and transitional medicine residencies and cardiology fellowship). LVHN is a major teaching campus of Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine at Hershey, from which our new Chair will receive an academic appointment. Over 700 medical students rotate through LVHN each year from Penn State and other surrounding medical schools.

Contact Information: Located in the heart of a prosperous region of eastern Pennsylvania, the Lehigh Valley has over 750,000 people and numerous educational, cultural and recreational offerings. We are conveniently located near two major cities, Philadelphia is 1 hour south and New York City is 1.5 hours east. Interested physicians, confidentially email cover letter and CV to Michael Kaufmann, MD, Chair, Search Committee, c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com, or call (610) 969-0212.

Internist - Centro de Salud
Centro de Salud LatinoAmericano Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org) in Allentown, PA seeks third experienced BC General Internist to join growing dynamic practice of two physicians and a physician assistant serving the health care needs of our Latino population. Successful candidate will be an innovative, bi-lingual/bi-cultural physician with a sincere interest in providing care for underserved communities. Experience/interest in chronic disease management, medical home model, community outreach, and health disparities research desired. Opportunity for clinical research, teaching and QI. Join GIM Faculty at the assistant/associate professor level. LVH is a major teaching affiliate of Penn State College of Medicine and is located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of NYC.

Contact Information: For more information, please call 610-969-0216 or email CV to Debra.Perna@LVH.com No J-1, O-1 or H1-B visas please.

Division of Geriatrics

Geriatrician
SEEKING 6TH GERIATRICIAN We are seeking a 6th BC/BE geriatrician to join a growing group in southeastern Pennsylvania. The group of 5 geriatricians and one nurse practitioner serve Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (LVHHN). The position responsibilities include ambulatory patient care, in-patient consultations, comprehensive geriatric assessments, nursing facility care, medical student and resident teaching and an opportunity to conduct clinical research. Research experience is an advantage but not required. An adjunct faculty appointment with Penn State College of Medicine may be available for suitably qualified candidates. We are offering a competitive salary, paid medical malpractice, and paid health benefits for self and family. Our Division of Geriatrics is well-supported by the hospital and has been ranked nationally in the 2007 and 2008 U.S. News & World Report guide to “America’s Best Hospitals”. The hospital’s Center for Healthy Aging, conveniently located on the Ground floor of the network’s 17th and Chew Street campus, is easily accessible to patients. It offers physician offices with an outpatient assessment program, a patient library, and conference rooms for educational programs from LVHHN and community agencies such as AARP and the Area Agency on Aging. Our geriatricians see patients at the Center, in the hospital’s transitional skilled unit located in the same building, in several local nursing facilities, and at our Cedar Crest Campus. LVHHN (www.lvh.org) is a premier academic community hospital comprising three clinical campuses—totaling 1000 beds. The hospital has 17 residency and fellowship programs and plans to start a geriatric fellowship. We are located 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 80 miles west of NYC in a growing suburban area with ten colleges and universities, numerous cultural and recreational activities, good suburban public schools, safe neighborhoods, and a reasonable housing market.

Contact Information: If this position interests you, call 610-969-0216 Please e-mail your CV to: Catherine Glew, M.D., Chief, Division of Geriatrics, Lehigh Valley Hospital c/o Debra.Perna@LVH.com

Division of Infectious Diseases

Infectious Disease Physicians
SEEKING INFECTIOUS DISEASE PHYSICIAN – We are the premier ID group at 1,000-bed Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH). Our group consists of 9 physicians and 5 physician assistants. We strive to provide highest quality patient care, we take time to teach students and residents and we make time to participate in clinical research. We respect and support each other. Our new associate will enjoy professional camaraderie, share equally in a great call schedule, work for only one hospital and see varied, interesting cases. If this sounds like the environment you are looking for, please call us at 610-969-0213. LVH is located in 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of NYC in a beautiful area of southeastern Pennsylvania with affordable housing and great public schools.

Contact Information: Submit CVs to Pamela.Adams@LVH.com and please visit our website at www.lvh.org

Family Medicine jobs

Family Medicine Physician - Valley Family Med. Ctr.
COME JOIN US AS WE LAUNCH OUR NEW PRACTICE! With the merger of two well-established family medicine practices, Valley Family Medical Center is looking to add a BC/BE family medicine physician to join their growing practice. A member of Lehigh Valley Physician Group, the multi-specialty physician practice of Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network, the group comprises five physicians who are passionate about patient care. Enjoy working with a compassionate staff in a friendly environment. The practice is located in the quaint town of Emmaus, which has recently been recognized in Money Magazine as one of the top 100 places to live in the U.S. Lehigh Valley Hospital is an award-winning, premier academic community hospital with 18 residency and fellowship programs, including Family Medicine. We are a major teaching campus of Penn State/Hershey. Enjoy a call schedule of 1:5, an attractive compensation and benefits package, including fully-paid medical insurance, and paid medical malpractice. The Lehigh Valley is a beautiful suburban area with a population of over 750,000 people. The area has excellent schools, 10 colleges and universities, a moderate cost of living and diverse cultural and recreational offerings. We are conveniently located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City.

Contact Information: Interested physicians should e-mail a CV to Madalyn Schaefgen, MD, c/o Beth.Martin@LVH.com or call (610) 969-0207 for more information. No visas please.

Division of Emergency Medicine

Emergency Medicine
JOIN ONE OF FORTUNE MAGAZINE’S BEST PLACES TO WORK IN THE U.S.! Lehigh Valley Hospital’s Emergency Medicine Department—now managing 5 sites in Pennsylvania—has grown. Our 50+ salaried Emergency Medicine physicians and 15 PAs and NPs enjoy a collegial atmosphere and evaluate over 199,000 patients annually. Candidates must be clinically excellent, patient focused, BC/BE and EM Residency trained. We have a paperless ED, the largest Level I Trauma program in PA with Primary Angioplasty and Stroke Alert and MI Alert Program, an 18-bed Burn Center and an Emergency Medicine Residency along with 13 additional accredited programs. LVH is listed in U.S. News & World Report for the 13th consecutive year as one of our nation’s best hospitals. Our organization is physician-led, financially strong, and the winner of many quality awards including MAGNET status in nursing. We offer a competitive salary, wonderful work environment with excellent physician and mid-level coverage, and robust benefits including family healthcare with no employee contribution, 3 forms of retirement, medical liability coverage, 6 weeks of PTO plus 1 week of CME with $3,200 annually plus ACEP/ACOEP boards paid, + more. Opportunity for teaching, research, and career advancement. Our ED locations are in the Lehigh Valley and in Hazleton, PA. Both locations are within 1-1/2 hrs. to NYC and 1-2 hours to Philadelphia. Our members find a healthy lifestyle and moderate to low cost of living, excellent suburban public schools, and pleasant neighborhoods. Live within minutes of your workplace!

Contact Information: To learn more, e-mail CV to Richard MacKenzie,MD, Chair of Emergency Medicine, LVH, at debra.perna@LVH.com Phone (610) 969-0216.

Division of Cardiac Anesthesiology

Cardiac Anesthesiologist
Private practice group of 26 anesthesiologists is seeking an additional BC/BE cardiac anesthesiologists. Group handles 45,000 cases annually with exclusive contract at 800-bed Lehigh Valley Hospital, an award-winning network with region’s only Level I Trauma Center and third-largest cardiac program in state. Hospital is also a regional referral center for burns, oncology, and orthopedics. Offering competitive salary and outstanding benefits including medical, Rx, life/disability coverage, 401k plus match, profit sharing and CME dollars! Two year partnership track for fellowship training and paid medical malpractice. Practice located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of NYC in the fast-growing area known as the Lehigh Valley.

Contact Information: For more information, please call 610-969-0213. Email CVs to Pamela.Adams@LVH.com

Division of General Surgery

Surgical Oncologist
Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH), a premier academic community hospital located in southeastern Pennsylvania, has an immediate opening for a staff surgical oncologist to join a network owned practice. Interest in a broad range of surgical oncology procedures is welcome, particularly in the areas of upper GI, hepatobiliary, pancreatic and soft tissue sarcoma surgery. The successful candidate will join four surgical oncologists with expertise in a variety of innovative techniques, such as laparoscopic liver surgery and regional chemotherapy. In addition to clinical activities, physicians participate in the education of medical students and residents and are encouraged to participate in clinical and translational research. The hospital’s cancer program is the fourth busiest in the state and a founding member of the Penn State Cancer Institute which is seeking NCI designation. As a major clinical campus of Penn State/Hershey, our physicians are eligible for academic appointment. LVH is located sixty minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes west of NYC in a beautiful suburban area with good schools and safe neighborhoods.

Contact Information: Send CVs to Thomas Whalen, MD, Chair of Surgery, c/o Pamela.Adams@LVH.com or call 610-969-0213 for more information.

Division of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmologist
Lehigh Valley Hospital is a 1,000 bed tertiary care facility located 60 minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes west of NYC. We’re big and we’re strong! Now one of the largest hospitals in PA, one of the best hospitals in U.S. News and World Report for the last thirteen years and recently listed in FORTUNE Magazine as one of the 100 best companies to work for in the United States! We have an immediate opening for a BC/BE ophthalmologist to join a network owned practice with optical suite. A generalist is preferred but all candidates will be given serious consideration. Call is 1:4; opportunities to teach and conduct clinical research; eligibility for faculty appointment at Penn State Hershey – the hospital’s academic affiliate.

Contact Information: If interested in this salaried position, please submit CV to Pamela.Adams@LVH.com or call 610-969-0213 for more information.

Division of Orthopedic Surgery

Hand Surgeon
PRIVATE PRACTICE SEEKING HAND SURGEON Orthopaedic Associates of Bethlehem (OAB) is one of the premier specialty practices in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. The group consists of 6 general orthopaedic surgeons, 1 podiatrist and 1 pain management physician. We are seeking a BC/BE orthopaedic surgeon with added qualifications in hand surgery. Successful candidate will be the lead hand surgeon within the group plus he/she will have the opportunity to do general orthopaedic cases. This is primarily a clinical position with academic appointment and some exposure to medical students on surgical rotation. OAB serves three area hospitals with state-of-the-art operating rooms and surgical resources including robotics. The group is seeking a long-term partner and is offering a two year partnership track. MALPRACTICE IS NOT ONEROUS IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY which is located one hour north of Philadelphia and ninety minutes west of NYC. It is a lush, suburban area with a population of over 600,000, great public and private schools, 10 colleges and universities, recreational activities that include the Philadelphia Eagles training camp, a minor league baseball stadium, an Olympic cycling arena, a nationally recognized Musikfest plus golf, skiing, hiking, etc. The affordable housing market has recently been mentioned as one of the most stable in the country.

Contact Information: If you would like to know more about OAB and the community, please call 610-969-0213. Submit CVs to Pamela.Adams@LVH.com

Division of Trauma-Surgical Critical Care

Trauma Surgeon
We are seeking a BC/BE surgeon with added qualifications in trauma/surgical critical care and an interest in general surgery to join our salaried group of nine full-time trauma surgeons and eight physician assistants. The surgeons and mid-level providers manage a 14-bed trauma/neuro unit, 28-bed trauma step down unit and a 15-bed surgical intensive care unit. The practice also has a significant academic component which includes ongoing clinical and basic science research as well as daily teaching of surgical residents, medical students and a surgical critical care fellow. Lehigh Valley Hospital is a 980-bed teaching hospital with the first designated Level I trauma program in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is one of the busiest trauma centers in Pennsylvania with 4,500 annual trauma admissions, added qualifications in pediatric trauma and an RRC-approved Surgical Critical Care Fellowship. The hospital has five air ambulances, two trauma resuscitation bays and a dedicated trauma operating room serving an eight county area with an estimated population of over two million. An integral part of the surgical department is the regional burn center which doubled in size this year to a total of 18 beds, staffed with three full-time burn surgeons.

Contact Information: If you would like more information about this position, please call Pam Adams, LVH physician recruiter, at (610) 969-0213. Submit CVs to Michael D. Pasquale, M.D., Vice Chair, Clinical Affairs, Department of Surgery, c/o Pamela.Adams@LVH.com

General Pediatrician
Team of five physicians and two NPs seeks another passionate general pediatrician to work full-time in a well-established, growing private practice in the beautiful Lehigh Valley area of PA. Position is 90% outpatient-based across two nearby offices that offer established EMR and nurse triage system that limits after-hours calls. Admit patients to your choice of two local institutions and enjoy access to solid network of pediatric sub specialists. Take advantage of competitive salary and robust benefits plan that includes four weeks vacation, CME allowance, health insurance for self and family, profit-sharing plan, malpractice coverage and opportunity for partnership. The beautiful Lehigh Valley has a moderate cost of living, 10 colleges and universities, safe neighborhoods, excellent suburban public schools and numerous cultural and recreational opportunities. And we’re close to two great cities – Philadelphia is 60 miles south and NYC is 80 miles east.

Contact Information: Email CV and cover letter to Beth.Martin@LVH.com. Phone 610.969.0207.

Division of Pediatric Subspecialties

Adolescent Medicine Physician
Award-winning Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org) seeks a BC/BE fellowship-trained adolescent medicine specialist to join area’s only established program. Position is outpatient-based with limited hospital consults. Provide clinical care to diverse population with opportunity for teaching, clinical research and involvement with community initiatives. Take advantage of strong institutional support, multi-disciplinary approach and experienced staff. LVH has an outstanding reputation for quality, safety, clinical innovation, financial stability and is consistently cited as a top performer. The Lehigh Valley area has excellent schools, 10 colleges and universities, low crime rate, diverse economic base and an abundance of recreational and cultural offerings. Enjoy easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, DC, the shores of New Jersey, Maryland and Delaware in addition to the year round offerings of the Pocono Mountains Resort area.

Contact Information: If interested, please email CV to Beth.Martin@LVH.com or call 610.969.0207. No visas please.

New Endowed Chair in Pediatric Neurology
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org), a premier academic community hospital located in eastern PA, seeks an outstanding BC/BE physician leader to fill a new role - The William H. Grube Jr. and Phyllis Esterly Grube Endowed Chair in Pediatric Neurology. Join two other full-time pediatric neurologists in an established program and participate in the network’s institutionally-supported clinical research activities and medical education programs. Take advantage of the ability to develop your own clinical area of interest, a mature adult neurosciences program and a nurse triage system that limits after-hours clinical contacts. LVH is a clinically integrated system which provides the region’s most comprehensive care for children including a Level III NICU with 24/7 in-house coverage by neonatology attending physicians, a pediatric inpatient unit and PICU both staffed 24/7 in-house by eight fellowship-trained pediatric hospitalists and intensivists along with a primary care program for children with special needs LVH has an outstanding reputation for quality, safety, clinical innovation and financial stability and is consistently cited as a top performer. It is located in a beautiful suburban area with excellent schools, 10 colleges and universities, low crime rate, diverse economic base and an abundance of recreational and cultural offerings. Enjoy easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, DC, the shores of New Jersey, Maryland and Delaware in addition to the year round offerings of the Pocono Mountains Resort area.

Contact Information: If you are interested in learning more about this position, please email your CV to John Van Brakle, M.D., Chair of Pediatrics c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com or call 610.969.0212.

Pediatric Cardiologist
NON-INVASIVE PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGIST FOR PRIVATE PRACTICE LEHIGH VALLEY, PENNSYLVANIA Enjoy a good work/life balance! Growing, well-established group of 3 non-invasive Pediatric Cardiologists seeking 4th BC/BE Pediatric Cardiologist. The group is affiliated with 9 hospitals and values patient time. Enjoy an opportunity to teach and work in a team environment. Benefits include competitive salary with profit-sharing and a schedule for partnership, health insurance, paid malpractice insurance, generous vacation and CME, etc. Office located in Allentown, PA—60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of NYC. The community offers excellent public schools, ten colleges and universities, numerous cultural and recreational activities and reasonable housing.

Contact Information: Send CVs to Beth.Martin@LVH.com. For more information, phone 610-969-0207.

Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist
The Department of Pediatrics at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org), affiliated with The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, is seeking a third full-time BC/BE pediatric hematologist / oncologist. 988-bed LVH is an award-winning, premier academic community hospital recently named a member of the Children’s Oncology Group. Take advantage of strong institutional support, a large referral base and an experienced, multi-disciplinary staff. Group manages 60+ sickle cell patients and is adding 40+ new oncology patients each year. Enjoy opportunity for teaching, academic activities and faculty appointment at the University of Pennsylvania. Patients admitted to LVH are covered 24/7 by an in-house team of pediatric hospitalists and intensivists. LVH is located in a beautiful suburban area with excellent schools, ten colleges and universities, low crime rate, diverse economic base and an abundance of cultural and recreational offerings. Enjoy easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, DC, the shores of New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland in addition to the year-round offerings of the Pocono Mountain Resort area.

Contact Information: Please email CV to John VanBrakle, MD, Chair of Pediatrics, c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com or call 610.969.0212.

Division of Gynecologic Oncology

Gynecologic Oncologist
GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY POSITION - GROUP PRACTICE - PENNSYLVANIA Seeking a BC/BE gyn oncologist to join an established practice with two well-trained, collegial gynecologic oncologists. Combine interests in patient care, medical student and resident education, and clinical research through GOG. Receive an attractive compensation package with excellent benefits and be eligible for an academic appointment at our affiliate, Pennsylvania State University. Have access to a large referral network and coordinated cancer services through our Comprehensive Cancer Center. The OB/GYN Department has strong physician leadership, over 30 generalists, subspecialists in gyn onc, REI, MFM and urogynecology, and an excellent residency program with 16 residents. Lehigh Valley Hospital has over 800 beds on 3 campuses in the contiguous cities of Allentown and Bethlehem, and has been nationally recognized for quality and clinical innovation. The Lehigh Valley area is conveniently located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City; and has strong school systems, 10 colleges and universities and a diverse array of cultural and recreational offerings.

Contact Information: Email CV to Richard Boulay, MD, Chief of Gyn Oncology, c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com, or call (610) 969-0212 for more information.

Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Maternal Fetal Medicine Positions
The regional perinatal center at Lehigh Valley Hospital is expanding, and we are seeking additional MFM subspecialists: Practice evidence-based medicine with a collegial, well-trained group Join an academic medical center that is dedicated to outstanding patient care, clinical research and education Teach residents within our well-established OB/GYN residency program that has five residents per year Provide comprehensive care - prenatal diagnosis, fetal therapies, CVS, PUBS and deliveries Receive an academic appointment at Pennsylvania State University and support for grants and research Work with a great staff - NPs experienced in MFM, 5 experienced ultrasound techs, exceptional ancillary staff Have access to great equipment - 5 Phillips iu22s with 3D/4D technology Participate in a unique schedule that preserves quality of life Lehigh Valley Hospital is a superbly run, high-performing community hospital comprising over 950 beds that strongly supports scholarly activities, and that demonstrates consistent financial stability. There is a Level III NICU, 10-bed perinatal unit and 10 LDRs through which we register approximately 3,600 deliveries. The hospital is located in eastern PAs Lehigh Valley, a vibrant suburban area with three mid-sized cities, great schools, numerous colleges, a moderate cost of living and a population of over 750,000 only 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City.

Contact Information: Email CV to John Smulian, MD, Chief of MFM, c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com or call (610)969-0212 for more information.

Division of Neurology

Neurologist
•High caliber interdisciplinary group practice with 14 neurologists •Very competitive compensation •5 weeks vacation + 1 week paid CME •Call 1:6 •Paid malpractice and health insurance •Opportunity for subspecialty program development •Distinguished clinical neuroscience research division •Neuro Pathology •Anticipated Neuro Residency 2009 •Academic appointments available with Penn State-Hershey •Excellent support from neurosurgery, neuroradiology and intensivists •Primary Stroke Center certification •Beautiful suburban location yet close proximity to NYC and Philadelphia •U.S. News & World Report “Americas Best Hospitals” recognition 13 years in a row

Contact Information: For more information, please call John Castaldo, MD, at 610-969-0216 or e-mail CV to Debra.Perna@lvh.com

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Limeport Inn: Line Cook

2009-01-12T13:58:00.001-05:00

Line Cook Position Available

Limeport Inn
1505 Limeport Pike
Limeport, Pa. 18092
610-967-1810
Ask for Chef Stephen
call to apply Tues, Thur, Fri,Sat 11:00am-9:00pm

Experience necessary

(I presume, but do not know for a fact, that this would not be a position for a shomer mitzvot.)

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Ecopax - Machine Operator

2009-01-11T13:14:00.001-05:00

Company name: Ecopax, Inc.
Location: 3600 Glover Road
Easton, PA 18040
Phone #484-546-0700
Fax #484-546-0703

Ecopax is a leading manufacturer of single-use takeout containers. Our diverse product lines include foam, paper and fiber containers for variety of food service establishments. At Ecopax, we not only manufacture quality products, we help our customers developing strong brand identities by focusing on in-house product prototyping and customization.

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Machine Operator. We have 5 openings for extruder operators. Positions are open for both day and night shifts. Candidates must be mechanically inclined, HS Diploma or GED preferred. Experience with plastic applications is a plus, Bi-lingual candidates are also a plus. We are accepting applications in person, or resumes can be faxed or emailed attention Kristine Gilbert, kristine@ecopaxinc.com

We offer a standard 40 hour work week, and a competitive benefits package.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Air Products: Process Engineer, Principal Systems Engineer, OLED, Cryogenics, Audit Analyst, Tax Controller

2009-01-07T21:22:00.004-05:00

Req No. 2673BR
Job Title SENIOR PROCESS ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an opening for a Senior Process Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The GSS Process Controls team is providing support for the Best Practice community and the sites implementing these BPs. A dedicated engineering position within GSS has been created to collaborate with the authors of best practices that have controls content, to engineer and test these configurations on the various platforms involved prior to their deployment . The successful candidate will collaborate with the Process Supply Teams and the business areas, and make use of the existing test equipment. He/she may also be expected to go to site and assist in the installation and commissioning of the code. It is expected that this engineer will be, or become versed in the DCS platforms utilized, thorough in the design and testing, and a good communicator with the documentation and training of the changes. Features of this position are as follows:
• Promote execution of best practice by having the engineering work implemented, and rigorously tested such that site engineers can include these during outages. Documenting these changes and features and training the site staff is also expected.
• Contribute new ideas to the Productivity and Best Practice communities. This position is well suited to initiate new ideas on reliability and productivity and be in a position to also bring these to fruition quickly
• Work with the GSS Team Leads, GEO Technology Managers, Process Engineering Team Leads, the appropriate Business asset managers to drive many of the best practices and productivity into the product line.
• Provide support to resolving other system systemic issues. To work on other issues off-line in identifying system wide systemic problems and engineering solutions. The engineer would also manage the implementation of these fixes.

The successful candidate should be versed in ABB Bailey and APACS control systems, and fully engaged in the Safety program. He/she should have good communication skills and work well in an collaborative environment. This position places a premium of organizational and documentation skills. The successful candidate shall be self motivated and capable of being self directed. A BS in one of the major engineering fields is required, with at least eight years of experience preferable.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2673BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 2655BR
Job Title PRINCIPAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Technology (all except Elect/High Temp/Advanced)
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Principal Systems Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The Principal Systems Engineer is a member of a highly specialized staff of professionals who provide mathematical and statistical consulting and analysis services primarily to scientific researchers, plant engineers, and business managers. This position is located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA, and reports to the Manager of the Computational Modeling Center.

The incumbent is responsible for developing, conducting and participating in technical studies involving chemical process and product development with emphasis on process optimization and robust product design, through Design of Experiments (DOE) and multivariate statistical techniques such as principal component analysis and partial least squares (PCA/PLS). Additional responsibilities include plant data mining for performance monitoring, quality control and cycle time optimization to support plant operations. Primary customers are located in the technology, operations and business areas. The incumbent works independently on key projects, but most often participates in team efforts. In addition, it is important to seek out new application areas within APCI, where business needs and data modeling capabilities can be brought together profitably and possibly innovatively. A typical project will require the incumbent to understand a particular chemical process, aid in establishing the goals of a research study on that process, formulate a custom-made and cost-efficient experimental plan to achieve those goals, decide on an appropriate method of analysis, and report the results in a clear fashion. Frequently the goal of such a project is that of process optimization, and the incumbent must be familiar with such techniques in order to provide effective technical assistance. The methodology employed in any particular problem may be a classical one, but often, the problem will dictate the development of a creative methodology which is not found in the literature.

BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Position requires a Ph.D. in Chemical / Industrial / Mechanical Engineering with background in engineering sciences, applied statistics and computational modeling techniques.
• 0-5 years of experience in industrial problem solving with emphasis on analyzing process data coming from multiple sources and sensors including digital images.
• The incumbent must have strong knowledge of the state-of-the-art methods in data mining, numerical analysis and mathematical optimization, simulation techniques, and statistical sciences.
• Experience with process monitoring and fault diagnosis technologies, batch process optimization and control is a big plus.
• Proficiency with stochastic modeling and optimization techniques for business data mining and reliability engineering.
• Strong programming skills with strong proficiency in SAS, MATLAB and other data mining tools.
• Excellent communication skills are a must.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provide integrated consulting services in statistical modeling, numerical analysis and computational engineering sciences to the internal research and engineering community.
2. Perform applied research for process and product improvement through the combination of first principles engineering science models and computational techniques. Work with universities and external research organizations as required.
3. Perform Process data analysis from plants for performance monitoring, quality control and cycle time optimization.
4. Develop mathematical and statistical models, solve numerical problems, write specific code as needed, and effectively perform applications testing to ensure robust performance.
5. Communicate technical results to a wide audience in a manner that the solution strategy and business impact are readily understood.
6. Teach in-house courses on topics including, DOE, Regression Analysis, Multivariate Quality Control.

CAREER PATHS:
An individual with this type of background can easily move into the various engineering and technology areas. The diverse background, while difficult to acquire, provides these candidates with a significant degree of flexibility regarding assignments.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2655BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 2227BR
Job Title OLED DEVICE SPECIALIST
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Technology (all except Elect/High Temp/Advanced)
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an OLED Device Specialist at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The position is part of the Materials Deposition Applications Group, Materials Research Center, whose mission is to translate new Air Products technology into high value materials that enable our key customers to fabricate flexible and printed electronic devices.

The key responsibility of this position is to support the development and commercialization of solution-processable HIL materials for use in electronics devices such as OLEDs and OPVs.

The candidate requires a good knowledge of device physics and should be able to fabricate experimentation devices to support the evaluation of our materials development and provide guidance on how to enhance performance. The new materials will be typically applied via spin coating and/or ink jet, screen or gravure printing application, so familiarity and comfort with established and/or new and emerging application techniques is required.

The candidate will work closely with our Advanced Materials and/or Electronics commercial development teams, ensuring business sponsorship for the work and clarity on target applications and customers. Success will also require close technical coordination with our synthesis and specialty polymer teams within MRC. This will include coordination on prototype targets, formulating and testing priority, new project development and so on.

This position will also establish and maintain any new device RD capabilities that are needed for the development of solution-processable HIL materials.

Principal Accountabilities:

1. Lead and/or be a key contributor to New Product development projects, plan & manage execution.
2. Use AP work process to capture ideas, develop projects proposals, have projects approved and prioritized.
3. Understand AP Advanced Materials technology that is applicable to Electronics, know how/when to leverage effectively.
4. Employs all AP EHS standards in daily work.
5. Be recognized as an expert OLED device physics.
6. Be capable of building, sustaining & leveraging relationships with key internal and external accounts customers and partners.
7. Be able to effectively work with multifunctional teams, develop and execute against shared goals, work with members who will be located around the globe.
8. Use scientific principles to describe and understand the results of applications testing and apply the results in project planning and execution.
9. Be able to lead a technician/chemist or a small team.
10. Document plans, results, key customer call, etc.
11. Ensure that all unique technology and solutions are protected by either patents or trade secrets.

Qualifications:

The incumbent should have a MS or Ph.D. degree in Science or Engineering and at least 5 years of experience working with OLEDs. Relevant experience with Small Molecule OLEDs produced through the vapor deposition technique, and experience in the commercialization of new offerings, though not required, will be considered a plus. The incumbent should be able to build and maintain meaningful relationships with key customers. They should also be able to work in a multi-functional global team. They should be able to lead at least one technician and demonstrate a commitment to safety, work process, global technology transfer and diversity.

Practical laboratory skills and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are essential for success in the position. Fluency in Korean, Japanese or Mandarin would be a plus. The position requires travel to partners, customers, education forums and industry events, including both domestic and foreign destinations.

Grade range for this position is 113-115. Lead Scientist [115] will show proficiency in all of the listed accountabilities.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2227BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 2439BR
Job Title MBA Summer Intern
Employment Status Co-Op/Intern
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products is looking for a few MBA candidates for our Summer Intern Program. An MBA summer internship will expose you to a variety of real work experiences in either finance or commercial areas with the ultimate goal of helping you identify and enhance your professional skills, interests and potential.

Our MBA Summer Interns are challenged with actual work experiences and given a broad perspective of our operations and objectives. Some of the assignments we've traditionally offered include (but are not limited to) the following:

Financial Analysts work in each of the operating areas as well as in the corporate controllership and treasury organizations. In the operating areas, financial analysts are generally responsible for providing complete financial decision support for a particular product line or business unit. Additional work includes capital investment analyses and other financial aspects of key business operations such as marketing, production and engineering. Financial analysts utilize the most current financial sales and cost analysis techniques and develop financial models while working with the accounting systems appropriate to their assigned area.

Planning Analysts use the breadth of their business and analytical skills to help assess and define the long-range direction and strategy for Air Products as a whole, or a specific operating group. In addition to supporting the ongoing strategic planning process that requires contact with both the profit centers and corporate staff functions, individuals in these assignments may find themselves enmeshed in acquisition efforts or major new market studies.

Commercial opportunities consisting of Strategy, Marketing and Operations internship positions are also available throughout the company.

Minimum Requirements: First year of MBA degree requirements completed. US Work Authorization Only.

In addition to applying on campus, interested first-year students must also apply on the Air Products Career Center. Please apply specifically to Job Req #2439BR.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 1716BR
Job Title COMMERCIAL TECHNOLOGY PROCESS SPECIALIST - INDUSTRIAL CRYOGENICS
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Merchant Gases
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Commercial Technology Process Specialist - Industrial Cryogenics at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities include the technical sales of gases, technology and equipment to the industrial cryogenics industry for North American Merchant Gases business. Main applications are cryogenic grinding and process cooling, however, support is required for other miscellaneous cryogenic applications. Individual expected to contact customers/prospects, to make customer presentations and proposals, and to work with Air Products sales and marketing to help sell services and solutions to the industry.

Other duties include process troubleshooting at customer sites, starting up cryogenic grinding systems, running customer demonstration trials, and providing input to our applied research group for new offering development. This individual will be involved from the initial contact, all the way through startup and customer retention.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technical degree in manufacturing-related field is desired.
* 5 or more years experience in cryogenic applications, industrial engineering/plant operations experience is a plus.
* Strong knowledge of cryogenic applications, equipment design and data monitoring systems.
* Strong commercial or customer interaction experience.
* Knowledge of grinding applications is also preferred.
* 40% travel.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #1716BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 2408BR
Job Title AUDIT ANALYST
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemical's, has an opening for an experienced operational Audit Analyst at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This audit position will be responsible for planning and conducting operational and financial audits to assess the risks and controls within our various business organizations and our core and enabling processes. Some audits will also require data analysis and interface with our ERP SAP environment. Depending on the individual's audit experience level, the successful candidate will work independently or as part of an audit team. Over the course of a candidate’s assignment they will be given a wide variety of exposure to Air Products’ operations.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, business or finance and strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and time management skills. Two to five years of previous internal audit or public accounting experience is preferred. CIA or CPA certifications are also preferred, or the candidate should be willing to obtain an audit certification while in this audit position. Experience with SAP is desirable. The position may require 25% domestic travel and international travel could be available depending on individual’s preference. A second language skill in Mandarin, Spanish or Portuguese will be a plus.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2408BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

Req No. 2853BR
Job Title INCOME TAX CONTROLLER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an Income Tax Controller at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Description:

-Responsible for the accurate computation of the income tax provision and deferred taxes on a global basis in accordance with FAS 109, FIN 48, and APB 23
-Review all foreign computations/submissions related to income taxes to ensure compliance with US GAAP
-FASB 109 research
-Work with Corporate Decision Support in preparartion of quarterly effective tax rate.
-Ownership of the tax reserve process under FIN 48 and the tax credits and adjustments schedule.
-Responsible for the preparation of all disclosures related to income taxes in the quarterly and annual financial statements
-Global SOX coordinator for income taxes

Requirements:

MBA with 5-10 years experience.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2853BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Air Products: Refinery Applications Specialist

2008-12-14T21:49:00.000-05:00

Req No. 1624BR
Job Title Refinery Applications Specialist
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Merchant Gases
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Refinery Applications Specialist.

This technical sales specialist will provide industrial gas applications technical support to our sales efforts in the North American refinery and chemical process industries. The ideal candidate will have prior experience providing technical and commercial support to the petroleum refining industry and/or operations experience in a refinery environment. However, candidates with solid chemical or petroleum engineering expertise will be considered.

Ability to conduct process analysis (mass & energy balances and economic calculations) for refinery process operations is required; familiarity with oxygen enrichment techniques in general is desired. Role includes utilizing technical skills to create commercial opportunities with customers. Successful candidate will be equally comfortable with hands-on work with process equipment and controls and making presentations to customers and prospects. Requires 25+ % travel in North America.

* BS/MS in Chem/Petroleum Eng required.
* MBA desired.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
* 7-10 years industrial experience.
* Work location flexible but should be near either a concentration of refineries or near Allentown PA.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #1624BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Air Products - Cryogenics

2008-12-09T18:38:00.001-05:00

Req No. 1716BR
Job Title COMMERCIAL TECHNOLOGY PROCESS SPECIALIST - INDUSTRIAL CRYOGENICS
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Merchant Gases
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Commercial Technology Process Specialist - Industrial Cryogenics at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities include the technical sales of gases, technology and equipment to the industrial cryogenics industry for North American Merchant Gases business. Main applications are cryogenic grinding and process cooling, however, support is required for other miscellaneous cryogenic applications. Individual expected to contact customers/prospects, to make customer presentations and proposals, and to work with Air Products sales and marketing to help sell services and solutions to the industry.

Other duties include process troubleshooting at customer sites, starting up cryogenic grinding systems, running customer demonstration trials, and providing input to our applied research group for new offering development. This individual will be involved from the initial contact, all the way through startup and customer retention.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technical degree in manufacturing-related field is desired.
* 5 or more years experience in cryogenic applications, industrial engineering/plant operations experience is a plus.
* Strong knowledge of cryogenic applications, equipment design and data monitoring systems.
* Strong commercial or customer interaction experience.
* Knowledge of grinding applications is also preferred.
* 40% travel.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #1716BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Maternal fetal medicine

2008-11-20T15:22:00.001-05:00

Maternal Fetal Medicine Positions

The regional perinatal center at Lehigh Valley Hospital is expanding, and we are seeking additional MFM subspecialists: Practice evidence-based medicine with a collegial, well-trained group Join an academic medical center that is dedicated to outstanding patient care, clinical research and education Teach residents within our well-established OB/GYN residency program that has five residents per year Provide comprehensive care - prenatal diagnosis, fetal therapies, CVS, PUBS and deliveries Receive an academic appointment at Pennsylvania State University and support for grants and research Work with a great staff - NPs experienced in MFM, 5 experienced ultrasound techs, exceptional ancillary staff Have access to great equipment - 5 Phillips iu22s with 3D/4D technology Participate in a unique schedule that preserves quality of life Lehigh Valley Hospital is a superbly run, high-performing community hospital comprising over 950 beds that strongly supports scholarly activities, and that demonstrates consistent financial stability. There is a Level III NICU, 10-bed perinatal unit and 10 LDRs through which we register approximately 3,600 deliveries. The hospital is located in eastern PAs Lehigh Valley, a vibrant suburban area with three mid-sized cities, great schools, numerous colleges, a moderate cost of living and a population of over 750,000 only 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City.

Contact Information: Email CV to John Smulian, MD, Chief of MFM, c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com or call (610)969-0212 for more information.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Ambulatory Director - Gynecology

2008-11-20T15:21:00.003-05:00

Ambulatory Director - Gynecology Position

Seeking an experienced clinician/educator to join our Center for Womens Medicine as Ambulatory Director. Responsibilities include overseeing the operations of a busy resident and faculty practice, teaching residents and medical students and building a gynecology-focused practice. Our new Ambulatory Director will have a passion for education and great surgical skills - an interest in pediatric gynecology, menopausal medicine or minimally invasive surgery is a plus. Offering a 1:5 call schedule, a very good compensation and benefits package, and an academic appointment at our affiliate, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine at Hershey. Our 5-resident-year OB/GYN residency program is freestanding and fully accredited. Lehigh Valley Hospital is a high-performing academic community hospital that has been nationally recognized for patient safety and clinical innovation. The Lehigh Valley is a beautiful suburban area in eastern Pennsylvania with a population of over 750,000 people located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City.

Contact Information: Email CV to Tom Hutchinson, MD, Chair of OB/GYN, c/o tammy.jamison@LVH.com, or call (610) 969-0212 for more information.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Gynecologic Oncologist

2008-11-20T15:21:00.001-05:00

Gynecologic Oncologist
GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY POSITION - GROUP PRACTICE - PENNSYLVANIA Seeking a BC/BE gyn oncologist to join an established practice with two well-trained, collegial gynecologic oncologists. Combine interests in patient care, medical student and resident education, and clinical research through GOG. Receive an attractive compensation package with excellent benefits and be eligible for an academic appointment at our affiliate, Pennsylvania State University. Have access to a large referral network and coordinated cancer services through our Comprehensive Cancer Center. The OB/GYN Department has strong physician leadership, over 30 generalists, subspecialists in gyn onc, REI, MFM and urogynecology, and an excellent residency program with 16 residents. Lehigh Valley Hospital has over 800 beds on 3 campuses in the contiguous cities of Allentown and Bethlehem, and has been nationally recognized for quality and clinical innovation. The Lehigh Valley area is conveniently located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City; and has strong school systems, 10 colleges and universities and a diverse array of cultural and recreational offerings.

Contact Information: Email CV to Richard Boulay, MD, Chief of Gyn Oncology, c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com, or call (610) 969-0212 for more information.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

2008-11-20T15:20:00.002-05:00

Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist

The Department of Pediatrics at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org), affiliated with The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, is seeking a third full-time BC/BE pediatric hematologist / oncologist. 988-bed LVH is an award-winning, premier academic community hospital recently named a member of the Children’s Oncology Group. Take advantage of strong institutional support, a large referral base and an experienced, multi-disciplinary staff. Group manages 60+ sickle cell patients and is adding 40+ new oncology patients each year. Enjoy opportunity for teaching, academic activities and faculty appointment at the University of Pennsylvania. Patients admitted to LVH are covered 24/7 by an in-house team of pediatric hospitalists and intensivists. LVH is located in a beautiful suburban area with excellent schools, ten colleges and universities, low crime rate, diverse economic base and an abundance of cultural and recreational offerings. Enjoy easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, DC, the shores of New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland in addition to the year-round offerings of the Pocono Mountain Resort area.

Contact Information: Please email CV to John VanBrakle, MD, Chair of Pediatrics, c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com or call 610.969.0212.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Pediatric Cardiology

2008-11-20T15:19:00.002-05:00

Pediatric Cardiologist

NON-INVASIVE PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGIST FOR PRIVATE PRACTICE LEHIGH VALLEY, PENNSYLVANIA Enjoy a good work/life balance! Growing, well-established group of 3 non-invasive Pediatric Cardiologists seeking 4th BC/BE Pediatric Cardiologist. The group is affiliated with 9 hospitals and values patient time. Enjoy an opportunity to teach and work in a team environment. Benefits include competitive salary with profit-sharing and a schedule for partnership, health insurance, paid malpractice insurance, generous vacation and CME, etc. Office located in Allentown, PA—60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of NYC. The community offers excellent public schools, ten colleges and universities, numerous cultural and recreational activities and reasonable housing.

Contact Information: Send CVs to Beth.Martin@LVH.com. For more information, phone 610-969-0207.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Pediatric Neurology

2008-11-20T15:19:00.001-05:00

New Endowed Chair in Pediatric Neurology

Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org), a premier academic community hospital located in eastern PA, seeks an outstanding BC/BE physician leader to fill a new role - The William H. Grube Jr. and Phyllis Esterly Grube Endowed Chair in Pediatric Neurology. Join two other full-time pediatric neurologists in an established program and participate in the network’s institutionally-supported clinical research activities and medical education programs. Take advantage of the ability to develop your own clinical area of interest, a mature adult neurosciences program and a nurse triage system that limits after-hours clinical contacts. LVH is a clinically integrated system which provides the region’s most comprehensive care for children including a Level III NICU with 24/7 in-house coverage by neonatology attending physicians, a pediatric inpatient unit and PICU both staffed 24/7 in-house by eight fellowship-trained pediatric hospitalists and intensivists along with a primary care program for children with special needs LVH has an outstanding reputation for quality, safety, clinical innovation and financial stability and is consistently cited as a top performer. It is located in a beautiful suburban area with excellent schools, 10 colleges and universities, low crime rate, diverse economic base and an abundance of recreational and cultural offerings. Enjoy easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, DC, the shores of New Jersey, Maryland and Delaware in addition to the year round offerings of the Pocono Mountains Resort area.

Contact Information: If you are interested in learning more about this position, please email your CV to John Van Brakle, M.D., Chair of Pediatrics c/o Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com or call 610.969.0212.

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Lehigh Valley Hospital: Adolescent Medicine

2008-11-20T15:18:00.000-05:00

Adolescent Medicine Physician
Award-winning Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org) seeks a BC/BE fellowship-trained adolescent medicine specialist to join area’s only established program. Position is outpatient-based with limited hospital consults. Provide clinical care to diverse population with opportunity for teaching, clinical research and involvement with community initiatives. Take advantage of strong institutional support, multi-disciplinary approach and experienced staff. LVH has an outstanding reputation for quality, safety, clinical innovation, financial stability and is consistently cited as a top performer. The Lehigh Valley area has excellent schools, 10 colleges and universities, low crime rate, diverse economic base and an abundance of recreational and cultural offerings. Enjoy easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, DC, the shores of New Jersey, Maryland and Delaware in addition to the year round offerings of the Pocono Mountains Resort area.

Contact Information: If interested, please email CV to Beth.Martin@LVH.com or call 610.969.0207. No visas please.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Neonatology

2008-11-20T15:17:00.000-05:00

Neonatologist
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org), a premier academic community hospital located in eastern PA, is looking for another BC/BE neonatologist to join our established team of seven physicians and six NNPs in our expanding Level III NICU. This position offers: • Quality of life including a 48 hour clinical work week • State-of-the-art NICU that ranks in the top 5% according to VON criteria • Ability to treat a fast-growing number of high-risk / high acuity patients in a collaborative family-centered care model • Opportunity to work with a team of six MFM specialists who provide 24/7 in-house coverage • Autonomy to explore and develop academic interests with the help of an in-house research group • Opportunity for teaching and eligibility for clinical appointment at Penn State-Hershey • Generous compensation and robust benefits package including family healthcare with no employee contribution, two forms of pension, paid malpractice insurance, paid life insurance, four weeks vacation, six paid holidays and one week of CME with $3,500 allotment Lehigh Valley Hospital is a clinically integrated system which provides the region’s most comprehensive care for children including: • Level III NICU staffed 24/7 in-house by neonatology attending physicians • Pediatric Inpatient Unit and region’s only PICU staffed 24/7 in-house by eight fellowship-trained pediatric intensivists and hospitalists • Level 1 Trauma with Pediatric Qualification • Pediatric Burn Care • Primary Care for children with special health care needs Lehigh Valley Hospital is located in a beautiful suburban area with excellent schools, 10 colleges and universities, low crime rate, diverse economic base and an abundance of recreational and cultural offerings. Enjoy easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, DC, the shores of New Jersey, Maryland and Delaware in addition to the year round offerings of the Pocono Mountains Resort area.

Contact Information: If you are interested in learning more about this position, please email your CV to John Van Brakle, M.D., Chair of Pediatrics c/o Beth.Martin@LVH.com or call 610.969.0207.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Pediatricians

2008-11-20T15:16:00.004-05:00

Clinic Pediatrician
Award-winning Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org) seeks another compassionate BC/BE general pediatrician to join seven physicians and three nurse practitioners in our expanding Allentown-based clinic. Provide basic well and sick care to underserved, chronically-ill population. Participate in daily teaching of residents, medical students and PAs. Take advantage of network’s large pediatric specialty group along with on-site access to interpreters, social workers and case managers. LVH has an outstanding reputation for quality, safety, clinical innovation, financial stability and is consistently cited as a top performer. The Lehigh Valley area has excellent schools, 10 colleges and universities, low crime rate, diverse economic base and an abundance of recreational and cultural offerings. Enjoy easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, DC, the shores of New Jersey, Maryland and Delaware in addition to the year round offerings of the Pocono Mountains Resort area.

Contact Information: If interested, please email your CV to Jarret Patton, MD, c/o Beth.Martin@LVH.com or call 610.969.0207. No visas please.

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General Pediatrician
Team of five physicians and two NPs seeks another passionate general pediatrician to work full-time in a well-established, growing private practice in the beautiful Lehigh Valley area of PA. Position is 90% outpatient-based across two nearby offices that offer established EMR and nurse triage system that limits after-hours calls. Admit patients to your choice of two local institutions and enjoy access to solid network of pediatric sub specialists. Take advantage of competitive salary and robust benefits plan that includes four weeks vacation, CME allowance, health insurance for self and family, profit-sharing plan, malpractice coverage and opportunity for partnership. The beautiful Lehigh Valley has a moderate cost of living, 10 colleges and universities, safe neighborhoods, excellent suburban public schools and numerous cultural and recreational opportunities. And we’re close to two great cities – Philadelphia is 60 miles south and NYC is 80 miles east.

Contact Information: Email CV and cover letter to Beth.Martin@LVH.com. Phone 610.969.0207.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Trauma Surgeon

2008-11-20T15:16:00.001-05:00

Trauma Surgeon
We are seeking a BC/BE surgeon with added qualifications in trauma/surgical critical care and an interest in general surgery to join our salaried group of nine full-time trauma surgeons and eight physician assistants. The surgeons and mid-level providers manage a 14-bed trauma/neuro unit, 28-bed trauma step down unit and a 15-bed surgical intensive care unit. The practice also has a significant academic component which includes ongoing clinical and basic science research as well as daily teaching of surgical residents, medical students and a surgical critical care fellow. Lehigh Valley Hospital is a 980-bed teaching hospital with the first designated Level I trauma program in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is one of the busiest trauma centers in Pennsylvania with 4,500 annual trauma admissions, added qualifications in pediatric trauma and an RRC-approved Surgical Critical Care Fellowship. The hospital has five air ambulances, two trauma resuscitation bays and a dedicated trauma operating room serving an eight county area with an estimated population of over two million. An integral part of the surgical department is the regional burn center which doubled in size this year to a total of 18 beds, staffed with three full-time burn surgeons.

Contact Information: If you would like more information about this position, please call Pam Adams, LVH physician recruiter, at (610) 969-0213. Submit CVs to Michael D. Pasquale, M.D., Vice Chair, Clinical Affairs, Department of Surgery, c/o Pamela.Adams@LVH.com

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Hand Surgeon

2008-11-20T15:15:00.001-05:00

Hand Surgeon

PRIVATE PRACTICE SEEKING HAND SURGEON Orthopaedic Associates of Bethlehem (OAB) is one of the premier specialty practices in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. The group consists of 6 general orthopaedic surgeons, 1 podiatrist and 1 pain management physician. We are seeking a BC/BE orthopaedic surgeon with added qualifications in hand surgery. Successful candidate will be the lead hand surgeon within the group plus he/she will have the opportunity to do general orthopaedic cases. This is primarily a clinical position with academic appointment and some exposure to medical students on surgical rotation. OAB serves three area hospitals with state-of-the-art operating rooms and surgical resources including robotics. The group is seeking a long-term partner and is offering a two year partnership track. MALPRACTICE IS NOT ONEROUS IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY which is located one hour north of Philadelphia and ninety minutes west of NYC. It is a lush, suburban area with a population of over 600,000, great public and private schools, 10 colleges and universities, recreational activities that include the Philadelphia Eagles training camp, a minor league baseball stadium, an Olympic cycling arena, a nationally recognized Musikfest plus golf, skiing, hiking, etc. The affordable housing market has recently been mentioned as one of the most stable in the country.

Contact Information: If you would like to know more about OAB and the community, please call 610-969-0213. Submit CVs to Pamela.Adams@LVH.com

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Ophthalmology

2008-11-20T15:14:00.000-05:00

Ophthalmologist
Lehigh Valley Hospital is a 1,000 bed tertiary care facility located 60 minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes west of NYC. We’re big and we’re strong! Now one of the largest hospitals in PA, one of the best hospitals in U.S. News and World Report for the last thirteen years and recently listed in FORTUNE Magazine as one of the 100 best companies to work for in the United States! We have an immediate opening for a BC/BE ophthalmologist to join a network owned practice with optical suite. A generalist is preferred but all candidates will be given serious consideration. Call is 1:4; opportunities to teach and conduct clinical research; eligibility for faculty appointment at Penn State Hershey – the hospital’s academic affiliate.

Contact Information: If interested in this salaried position, please submit CV to Pamela.Adams@LVH.com or call 610-969-0213 for more information.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Surgical Oncology

2008-11-20T15:13:00.004-05:00

Surgical Oncologist
Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH), a premier academic community hospital located in southeastern Pennsylvania, has an immediate opening for a staff surgical oncologist to join a network owned practice. Interest in a broad range of surgical oncology procedures is welcome, particularly in the areas of upper GI, hepatobiliary, pancreatic and soft tissue sarcoma surgery. The successful candidate will join four surgical oncologists with expertise in a variety of innovative techniques, such as laparoscopic liver surgery and regional chemotherapy. In addition to clinical activities, physicians participate in the education of medical students and residents and are encouraged to participate in clinical and translational research. The hospital’s cancer program is the fourth busiest in the state and a founding member of the Penn State Cancer Institute which is seeking NCI designation. As a major clinical campus of Penn State/Hershey, our physicians are eligible for academic appointment. LVH is located sixty minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes west of NYC in a beautiful suburban area with good schools and safe neighborhoods.

Contact Information: Send CVs to Thomas Whalen, MD, Chair of Surgery, c/o Pamela.Adams@LVH.com or call 610-969-0213 for more information.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Cardiac Anesthesiology

2008-11-20T15:13:00.003-05:00

Cardiac Anesthesiologist
Private practice group of 26 anesthesiologists is seeking an additional BC/BE cardiac anesthesiologists. Group handles 45,000 cases annually with exclusive contract at 800-bed Lehigh Valley Hospital, an award-winning network with region’s only Level I Trauma Center and third-largest cardiac program in state. Hospital is also a regional referral center for burns, oncology, and orthopedics. Offering competitive salary and outstanding benefits including medical, Rx, life/disability coverage, 401k plus match, profit sharing and CME dollars! Two year partnership track for fellowship training and paid medical malpractice. Practice located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of NYC in the fast-growing area known as the Lehigh Valley.

Contact Information: For more information, please call 610-969-0213. Email CVs to Pamela.Adams@LVH.com

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Division of Emergency Medicine

2008-11-20T15:12:00.002-05:00

Division of Emergency Medicine

Emergency Medicine
JOIN ONE OF FORTUNE MAGAZINE’S BEST PLACES TO WORK IN THE U.S.! Lehigh Valley Hospital’s Emergency Medicine Department—now managing 5 sites in Pennsylvania—has grown. Our 50+ salaried Emergency Medicine physicians and 15 PAs and NPs enjoy a collegial atmosphere and evaluate over 199,000 patients annually. Candidates must be clinically excellent, patient focused, BC/BE and EM Residency trained. We have a paperless ED, the largest Level I Trauma program in PA with Primary Angioplasty and Stroke Alert and MI Alert Program, an 18-bed Burn Center and an Emergency Medicine Residency along with 13 additional accredited programs. LVH is listed in U.S. News & World Report for the 13th consecutive year as one of our nation’s best hospitals. Our organization is physician-led, financially strong, and the winner of many quality awards including MAGNET status in nursing. We offer a competitive salary, wonderful work environment with excellent physician and mid-level coverage, and robust benefits including family healthcare with no employee contribution, 3 forms of retirement, medical liability coverage, 6 weeks of PTO plus 1 week of CME with $3,200 annually plus ACEP/ACOEP boards paid, + more. Opportunity for teaching, research, and career advancement. Our ED locations are in the Lehigh Valley and in Hazleton, PA. Both locations are within 1-1/2 hrs. to NYC and 1-2 hours to Philadelphia. Our members find a healthy lifestyle and moderate to low cost of living, excellent suburban public schools, and pleasant neighborhoods. Live within minutes of your workplace!

Contact Information: To learn more, e-mail CV to Richard MacKenzie,MD, Chair of Emergency Medicine, LVH, at debra.perna@LVH.com Phone (610) 969-0216.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Family Medicine

2008-11-20T15:11:00.000-05:00

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Pulmonary

2008-11-20T15:10:00.003-05:00

Division of Pulmonary

Pulmonary/Critical Care Specialist
Enjoy the best of both worlds—collegial private practice with teaching and research opportunities! Pulmonary Associates is seeking a BC/BE critical care/pulmonary specialist to join our 15-member private practice. Our group manages the medical critical care units and has strong clinical input into other critical care units at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH). LVH is a tertiary care hospital with a strong academic focus. Due to a major expansion currently underway, LVH will have approximately 1,000 beds by the Spring of 2008. The hospital implemented a tele-intensivist program that allows medical intensivists to manage the care of patients in multiple critical care units from an offsite location. Our group has contracted with the hospital to staff and administratively support the tele-intensivist program. The new associate will join the physicians who staff the tele-intensivist program and participate in traditional ICU coverage. They will also have the opportunity to practice general pulmonary medicine. As a group, we share responsibilities for critical care services, a general pulmonary office and hospital practice, 13-bed sleep lab, a 32-bed LTACH (Long Term Acute Care Hospital) and a freestanding subacute ventilator weaning unit. We have an active interventional bronchoscopy program. We enjoy an exciting busy practice and recognize the importance of ample free time to maintain a balanced lifestyle. Our group offers the benefit of an academic career with supervision of pulmonary fellows, internal medicine residents, and medical students from Penn State/Hershey, the hospital’s academic affiliate. Our practice encourages participation in clinical research and the support of a research coordinator is available. Interest in performing research is highly valued although not mandatory. Lehigh Valley Hospital is the largest hospital in Pennsylvania based on admissions. It is a Level 1 Trauma Center with 4 helicopters and an ICU program that has been recognized for quality. The medical ICU has been rated as one of the ten “best practice” units in the country. The hospital network also has been honored as one of the top 50 “most wired” hospitals in the country (computer assisted physician order entry, bar-coded meds, remote access, etc.), and is listed in U.S. News & World Report for the 11th consecutive year as one of our nation’s best hospitals—this year in 8 clinical areas, including Respiratory Disorders! Additionally, the hospital has been recently recognized in FORTUNE magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” in 2007. The Lehigh Valley offers a blend of suburban and metropolitan lifestyles and a low cost of living. More than 800,000 people make their homes here and enjoy diverse housing options, safe neighborhoods, excellent suburban public schools, 10 colleges and universities and year-round recreational activities. One of the major attractions to the area is the proximity to our metropolitan neighbors - NYC is ninety miles east and Philadelphia is sixty miles south.

Contact Information: If you would like to hear more about our practice and the community we serve, please call 610-969-0216. Send CVs to: JAY KAUFMAN, MD, c/o Debra.Perna@LVH.com

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Infectious Diseases

2008-11-20T15:10:00.002-05:00

Division of Infectious Diseases

Infectious Disease Physicians
SEEKING INFECTIOUS DISEASE PHYSICIAN – We are the premier ID group at 1,000-bed Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH). Our group consists of 9 physicians and 5 physician assistants. We strive to provide highest quality patient care, we take time to teach students and residents and we make time to participate in clinical research. We respect and support each other. Our new associate will enjoy professional camaraderie, share equally in a great call schedule, work for only one hospital and see varied, interesting cases. If this sounds like the environment you are looking for, please call us at 610-969-0213. LVH is located in 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of NYC in a beautiful area of southeastern Pennsylvania with affordable housing and great public schools.

Contact Information: Submit CVs to Pamela.Adams@LVH.com and please visit our website at www.lvh.org

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Oncologist/Hematologist, Section Chief of Hematology

2008-11-20T15:09:00.002-05:00

Division of Hematology-Medical Oncology

Oncologist/Hematologist
Join an expanding, hospital-based group practice with 7 members, receive an attractive compensation package, have a reasonable call schedule (1:8), and be eligible for an academic appointment at Pennsylvania State University. Our comprehensive cancer center, which is the largest in the region, received Network Cancer Program accreditation because of our improved patient outcomes, integrated care, and comprehensive services on our two campuses. We offer leading-edge technology, participate in 140 national studies (ECOG, NSABP, NCCTG and industry), and run over 20 tumor boards each month. We are founding members of the Penn State Cancer Institute. Our oncologists have access to Phase I clinical trials and translational research, and are involved in teaching medical students, residents and fellows.

Contact Information: Please email your CV to Eliot Friedman, M.D., Senior Medical Director of Medical Oncology and Chief of Hematology/Oncology, c/o Debra.Perna@LVH.com, or fax to (610) 969-0214. Call (610) 969-0216 for more information, or visit our website at www.LVH.org.

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Section Chief of Hematology
Lehigh Valley Hospital, a premier academic community hospital in southeastern Pennsylvania, is seeking a Section Chief of Hematology to join an expanding, hospital-based group practice with 9 members. The Section Chief will help develop hematology programs, enhance patient care, and build the practice. A second opportunity is available in the group for a staff medical oncologist/hematologist. The staff physician would assist the Section Chief and/or practice as a generalist in the group. This progressive practice offers a reasonable call schedule (1:9), an attractive compensation package, and provides eligibility for an academic appointment at Penn State University. Our comprehensive cancer center, which is the largest in the region and fourth largest in Pennsylvania, is accredited as a Network Cancer Program through the Commission on Cancer. We offer leading-edge technology, participate in 140 national studies (ECOG, NSABP, NCCTG and industry), and conduct over 20 tumor boards each month. We are founding members of the Penn State Cancer Institute. Our oncologists have access to Phase I clinical trials and translational research, and are involved in teaching medical students, residents and fellows. Lehigh Valley Hospital has an outstanding reputation for quality and clinical innovation and has approximately 1,000 beds among its three campuses. Recognized for the 12th consecutive year in U.S. News & World Report, “Guide to America’s Best Hospitals,” our cancer center is named among the top 50 in the United States. In addition, we are listed in the top 1% of all cancer centers in the nation with regard to patient satisfaction. Fortune Magazine has identified us as one of the “Fortune 100 Best Companies to work for in 2007 and 2008.” Located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of New York City, the beautiful Lehigh Valley is a suburban area with a population of approximately 800,000 people, 10 colleges and universities, great suburban school systems, an abundance of cultural and recreational offerings, and a moderate cost of living.

Contact Information: Interested physicians should email their CVs to Eliot Friedman, M.D., Senior Medical Director of Medical Oncology and Chief of Hematology/Oncology, c/o Debra.Perna@LVH.com. Call (610) 969-0216 for more information.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Geriatrics

2008-11-20T15:08:00.001-05:00

Division of Geriatrics

Geriatrician
SEEKING 6TH GERIATRICIAN We are seeking a 6th BC/BE geriatrician to join a growing group in southeastern Pennsylvania. The group of 5 geriatricians and one nurse practitioner serve Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (LVHHN). The position responsibilities include ambulatory patient care, in-patient consultations, comprehensive geriatric assessments, nursing facility care, medical student and resident teaching and an opportunity to conduct clinical research. Research experience is an advantage but not required. An adjunct faculty appointment with Penn State College of Medicine may be available for suitably qualified candidates. We are offering a competitive salary, paid medical malpractice, and paid health benefits for self and family. Our Division of Geriatrics is well-supported by the hospital and has been ranked nationally in the 2007 and 2008 U.S. News & World Report guide to “America’s Best Hospitals”. The hospital’s Center for Healthy Aging, conveniently located on the Ground floor of the network’s 17th and Chew Street campus, is easily accessible to patients. It offers physician offices with an outpatient assessment program, a patient library, and conference rooms for educational programs from LVHHN and community agencies such as AARP and the Area Agency on Aging. Our geriatricians see patients at the Center, in the hospital’s transitional skilled unit located in the same building, in several local nursing facilities, and at our Cedar Crest Campus. LVHHN (www.lvh.org) is a premier academic community hospital comprising three clinical campuses—totaling 1000 beds. The hospital has 17 residency and fellowship programs and plans to start a geriatric fellowship. We are located 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 80 miles west of NYC in a growing suburban area with ten colleges and universities, numerous cultural and recreational activities, good suburban public schools, safe neighborhoods, and a reasonable housing market.

Contact Information: If this position interests you, call 610-969-0216 Please e-mail your CV to: Catherine Glew, M.D., Chief, Division of Geriatrics, Lehigh Valley Hospital c/o Debra.Perna@LVH.com

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Hospitalists and Internists

2008-11-20T15:06:00.003-05:00

Hospitalists / Internists

Due to continued growth and expansion, Lehigh Valley Hospital & Health Network (www.LVH.org) is looking to add BC/BE hospitalists / internal medicine physicians to several established, highly-regarded programs and practices in and around the Lehigh Valley area. Responsibilities vary by practice with one entailing inpatient care only while others offer a combination of inpatient and outpatient duties. Opportunities are with salaried and private practice groups. All positions offer the opportunity to teach residents and have attractive compensation and benefits plans. LVH is a premier academic community hospital with 13 free-standing and fully accredited training programs. The Lehigh Valley is an attractive area of 750,000 with a moderate cost of living, excellent suburban schools, safe neighborhoods, ten colleges and universities and an array of recreational and cultural offerings. Philadelphia is one hour south and NYC is 1.5 hours east.

Contact Information: Please email CV to Debra.Perna@LVH.com or fax to 610.969.0214. Phone 610.969.0216 No J-1, O-1 or H-1B visas, please.

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Internist - Centro de Salud
Centro de Salud LatinoAmericano Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (www.LVH.org) in Allentown, PA seeks third experienced BC General Internist to join growing dynamic practice of two physicians and a physician assistant serving the health care needs of our Latino population. Successful candidate will be an innovative, bi-lingual/bi-cultural physician with a sincere interest in providing care for underserved communities. Experience/interest in chronic disease management, medical home model, community outreach, and health disparities research desired. Opportunity for clinical research, teaching and QI. Join GIM Faculty at the assistant/associate professor level. LVH is a major teaching affiliate of Penn State College of Medicine and is located 1 hour north of Philadelphia and 1.5 hours west of NYC.

Contact Information: For more information, please call 610-969-0216 or email CV to Debra.Perna@LVH.com No J-1, O-1 or H1-B visas please.

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MPC Hospitalist / Internist
Muhlenberg Primary Care (MPC), a member of Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network, is looking for another outstanding internist to join its dedicated and dynamic group of 17 physicians and 11 PAs in a well-established yet fast-growing practice. MPC has a total staff of 85 employees, 40,000+ active patients, handles 70,000 annual patient visits and has the network’s highest rate of admittance to Lehigh Valley Hospital – Muhlenberg, a new state-of-the-art facility located in historic Bethlehem, PA. MPC currently works across three business lines – inpatient, outpatient and nursing homes – and is planning to add others as part of its ongoing growth plan. Although the role is institutionally focused, the flexibility exists to grow your own outpatient practice or remain all inpatient! Either way, take advantage of the opportunity to teach IM residents and PA students. The successful candidate will be a BC/BE general internist or hospitalist. A background in geriatrics is a plus. The Lehigh Valley is a beautiful suburban area with excellent schools, 10 colleges and universities, a low crime rate, diverse economic base and an abundance of recreational and cultural offerings. Enjoy easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, DC, and the shores of New Jersey, Maryland and Delaware, in addition to the year round offerings of the Pocono Mountains Resort area. Lehigh Valley Hospital & Health Network (www.LVH.org) offers an excellent compensation package including fully-paid medical insurance for self and family members.

Contact Information: Please email your CV to Debra.Perna@LVH.com or call 610.969.0216 for more information. No visas please.

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PER DIEM Hospitalists/Internists
SEEKING SEVERAL PER DIEM Hospitalists/Internists - Must be a BC/BE general internist or hospitalist - Work at any of our 3 sites, located in Allentown and Bethlehem - Inpatient and outpatient available - You tell us your preference…. 2 days/month, 2 days/week, etc. - Paying a competitive hourly rate and malpractice insurance

Contact Information: If you are interested in exploring this unique opportunity, please email your CV to Debra.Perna@LVH.com or call 610-969-0216 for more information.

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.

Lehigh Valley Hospital: Chair of Medicine

2008-11-20T15:05:00.002-05:00

Air Products - Civil/Structural Engineer

2008-11-19T12:46:00.003-05:00

Req No. 2748BR
Job Title Civil/Structural Engineer
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Engineering
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Civil/Structural Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Incumbent will be responsible for design and analysis of foundations and structures for facilities designed by the Plant Design Group. Facilities cover a wide range of industrial type applications including Air Separation Units, Hydrocarbon Processing, LNG and Specialty Gas. Additional requirements include working knowledge of pertinent building and design codes, geotechnical considerations and deep foundation systems. Incumbent will work as part of a large team in accomplishing these tasks. Good communication and teamwork skills are necessary.

Qualifications:
BS Civil Engineering
5 to 7 years experience

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.
To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2748BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.
Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

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Air Products - Civil/Structural Engineer

2008-11-19T12:46:00.001-05:00

Guardian Life: Business Development Analyst

2008-11-17T14:24:00.002-05:00

Job Title: Business Development Analyst
Job Location: Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date: 2008-11-13
Request Number: 4033

Job Description:
To support the business community through participating in procedural changes and/or system enhancements that increase operating efficiency, reduce expenses, assist in bringing new products to market and establish regulatory compliance. Major Responsibilities: Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Gather business requirements and translating them into detailed system requirements, ensuring that business rules are clearly defined through workflow, business needs are documented and limitations or risks are understood Research, analyze and document current systems and processes to support the development of new systems/processes and /or modifications to existing ones. Develop user-acceptance test scenarios and test cases; and perform user-acceptance testing Communicate and interact with appropriate groups during testing to report bugs and identify changes that may impact data, workflow and/or functionality Act as a liaison between the business community and the Information Technology staff Utilize project management procedures and tools for assigned tasks Partake in issue resolution by practicing problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques Contribute to the team by assuming additional tasks and responsibilities to meet business priorities Assist in the resolution and implementation of production system problems / fixes

Qualification:
Minimum of 3 years of billing experience in the GPC BA/BS degree preferred or equivalent business experience Detailed knowledge of the Zeus system and how it interfaces with other Group systems Demonstrates a strong working knowledge of present billing, eligibility and premium processes Exhibits flexibility in handling multiple tasks, responding rapidly to changing priorities, and working within tight deadlines Successful candidates must possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to independently exercise professional judgment Proven strong problem solving, analytical and fact-finding skills Strong PC Skills including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint Interested individuals should submit their posting application to Human Resources by 5:00 on Thursday, November 20th.

To apply go here .

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Air Products: Accounting analyst

2008-11-17T14:16:00.000-05:00

Req No. 2157BR
Job Title Accounting Analyst
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an Accounting Analyst at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania

Job Responsibilities:

* Answer technical accounting questions
* Review and summarization of new accounting pronouncements
* Preparation of Management Discussion and Analysis for quarterly and annual reports
* Prepare journal entries to record business acquisitions and divestitures along with a review of the computation of goodwill for an acquisition and the gain/loss on a disposition
* Present at accounting update conferences - new FASB statement or other accounting topic
* Preparation of accounting policies.

Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent work experience required.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in technology, energy, healthcare and industrial markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of products, services and solutions, providing atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials and chemical intermediates. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment and is listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability and FTSE4Good Indices. The company has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and more than 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2157BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Career, Benefits, and Lifestyle, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

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Air Products: Research Associate, Cryogenics, Turnaround planner, Process Engineer, Trailer Rehab, Instrument Design, Maintenance Support

2008-11-13T17:58:00.003-05:00

Req No. 2215BR
Job Title Research Associate
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - TGEE/Energy Bus/Tonnage Gases(/)
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Research Associate at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Candidate will have broad mechanical engineering responsibilities for the development and design of equipment associated with ITM technology. This equipment will primarily include pressure vessels and reactors housing ion transport membranes (ITM) and related hardware at both the prototype and commercial scales. The candidate will work with internal engineering groups, external engineering organizations, the technology group, and potential vendors.

Candidate should possess the following skills:
- an advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 10 years industrial experience
- proven track record of innovative problem solving
- proven track record in equipment development
- experience with high temperature equipment (high temperature-pressure reactor design a strong plus)
- hands-on experience with equipment and experience in developing and conducting lab tests of equipment
- proven track record of working in a team environment

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2215BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 1716BR
Job Title COMMERCIAL TECHNOLOGY PROCESS SPECIALIST - INDUSTRIAL CRYOGENICS
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Merchant Gases
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Commercial Technology Process Specialist - Industrial Cryogenics at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities include the technical sales of gases, technology and equipment to the industrial cryogenics industry for North American Merchant Gases business. Main applications are cryogenic grinding and process cooling, however, support is required for other miscellaneous cryogenic applications. Individual expected to contact customers/prospects, to make customer presentations and proposals, and to work with Air Products sales and marketing to help sell services and solutions to the industry.

Other duties include process troubleshooting at customer sites, starting up cryogenic grinding systems, running customer demonstration trials, and providing input to our applied research group for new offering development. This individual will be involved from the initial contact, all the way through startup and customer retention.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technical degree in manufacturing-related field is desired.
* 5 or more years experience in cryogenic applications, industrial engineering/plant operations experience is a plus.
* Strong knowledge of cryogenic applications, equipment design and data monitoring systems.
* Strong commercial or customer interaction experience.
* Knowledge of grinding applications is also preferred.
* 40% travel.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #1716BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 2726BR
Job Title TURNAROUND PLANNER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Turnaround Planner for its support services group based in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position provides the necessary support to coordinate, facilitate, and direct the short and long term turnaround planning, scheduling and field execution efforts, to ensure that turnaround services are consistently delivered and executed in an efficient, safe and cost-effective manner in support of the strategic initiatives of the global maintenance organization.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

1. Develop safety plans for all outage work to be carried out and insure its execution.
2. Lead & Coordinate the planning effort with the appropriate plant contacts to identify upcoming events/ plant turnarounds and develop a timetable for turns within the area of responsibility.
3. Develop cost estimates, evaluate bid proposals, create plans, prepare detailed schedules (manpower, materials, equipment, tools, etc), implement tracking programs and report progress.
4. Responsible for the coordination of all Air Products & Contractor work activities for the duration of the outage. This includes detailed scope preparation of manpower, materials, equipment & tools, in addition to conducting a walk-through on-site, to ensure scope is understood by all parties.
5. Develop standard job plans for repeatable activities to include; specifications, drawings, mobile equipment, materials, labor, safety/environmental requirements, special tools and any other special or additional instructions needed; Issue job packages prior to the start of each turn; Update information to reflect actual during post turnaround activity.
6. Produce progress reports during turnaround events & conduct post outage critiques to identify shortfalls & improvement opportunities.
7. Responsible for monitoring and reporting of safety, cost, key work highlights, schedule progress, and efficiency of work performed during turnarounds.
8. Responsible for minimizing total cost by maximizing manpower capabilities and promoting continuous improvement.
9. Responsible for maintaining records and historical data of repairs and frequency within the computerized maintenance system.
10. Responsible for ensuring that maintenance best practices & procedures are consistently applied and followed in order to maintain the highest quality on repairs and replacements.
11. Ensures that Management Of Change requirements (MOC’s ) are in place for all activities & that any changes, modifications or upgrades are documented and approved prior to implementation.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be a self-starter with a solid work history and excellent references along with the ability to work in a team oriented environment.

Education: High school diploma with preferred relative technical school or college degree. Relative experience will be given strong consideration in lieu of formal education.

Experience: Five (5) plus years in the petrochemical and manufacturing industry with strong technical background and experience in electrical, instrumentation or mechanical craft activities. Prior multi-discipline planning experience required.

SKILLS:
1) Flexible, ability to multi task, self motivated & willing to travel.
2) Strong computer and problem solving skills.
3) Strong knowledge of equipment & maintenance work processes.
4) Understanding of the technical content of maintenance work - work scopes, materials, tools, time, craft estimates, and other information required to develop coherent job plans.
5) Understanding of the logistics of maintenance work implementation, including resource allocation, job prioritization, materials and equipment coordination, work sequencing, inter / intra craft coordination.
6) Strong work ethic, organizational and people skills.
7) A passion for driving excellence.
8) Ability to be self-directed and achieve optimal results with minimal guidance.
9) Influencing skills to identify and market opportunities to enhance planning and scheduling processes
10) Strong oral & written communication skills.
11) Knowledge of Maintenance software- SAP a must.
12) Experience with project management software (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project) a plus.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

Air Products offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays/vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance, pension and 401K plans.

To apply, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. Apply specifically to Job Req 2726BR.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 2673BR
Job Title SENIOR PROCESS ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an opening for a Senior Process Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The GSS Process Controls team is providing support for the Best Practice community and the sites implementing these BPs. A dedicated engineering position within GSS has been created to collaborate with the authors of best practices that have controls content, to engineer and test these configurations on the various platforms involved prior to their deployment . The successful candidate will collaborate with the Process Supply Teams and the business areas, and make use of the existing test equipment. He/she may also be expected to go to site and assist in the installation and commissioning of the code. It is expected that this engineer will be, or become versed in the DCS platforms utilized, thorough in the design and testing, and a good communicator with the documentation and training of the changes. Features of this position are as follows:
• Promote execution of best practice by having the engineering work implemented, and rigorously tested such that site engineers can include these during outages. Documenting these changes and features and training the site staff is also expected.
• Contribute new ideas to the Productivity and Best Practice communities. This position is well suited to initiate new ideas on reliability and productivity and be in a position to also bring these to fruition quickly
• Work with the GSS Team Leads, GEO Technology Managers, Process Engineering Team Leads, the appropriate Business asset managers to drive many of the best practices and productivity into the product line.
• Provide support to resolving other system systemic issues. To work on other issues off-line in identifying system wide systemic problems and engineering solutions. The engineer would also manage the implementation of these fixes.

The successful candidate should be versed in ABB Bailey and APACS control systems, and fully engaged in the Safety program. He/she should have good communication skills and work well in an collaborative environment. This position places a premium of organizational and documentation skills. The successful candidate shall be self motivated and capable of being self directed. A BS in one of the major engineering fields is required, with at least eight years of experience preferable.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2673BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 2121BR
Job Title GO Tech Support Specialist-Trailer Rehab.
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a GO Tech Support Specialist-Trailer Rehab(North America) to be based at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position involves working closely with our outside trailer rehabilitation vendors and maintenance shops to improve the overall condition of our liquid trailer fleet. This includes monitoring of the vendors for quality assurance, cost containment and adherence to Air Products requirements. In addition, develop a cost study on life cycle of unit and determine a replacement strategy program. Work with the Fleet Engineer on new trailer design to determine the best path forward for new equipment into the fleet; this includes inspection during the manufacturing of new trailers.

This position reports to the Fleet Maintenance Manager and works directly with the Fleet Support Trailer Coordinator, Fleet Maintenance Specialist (Power), Fleet Engineer, Warranty Coordinator and Fleet Maintenance Support Specialists.

The GO Fleet Management Group is responsible for planning, organizing, training, and controlling the selection, purchase, administration, and maintenance of vehicles and shop equipment in the United States and Canada to provide safe and cost efficient transportation for company products.

Principal Accountabilities:

1. Administer the trailer rehab process for atmospheric and LHY trailers.

2. Assist in reducing trailer maintenance costs and improve reliability and performance - by providing technical advice and providing recommendations on trailer specifications (new and rehab).
3. Develop and implement a replacement program for all liquid trailers. This will be achieved by a cost study to determine replacement strategy.
4. Develop, document and administer an Air Products requirements task list for all vendors for quality assurance.
5. Assist in documenting trailer Maintenance Information Letters (MIL’s) for distribution to maintenance team.
6. Work with the Fleet Op’s team to put a plan in place to change the current rehab process from a reactive to a proactive program.
7. Work with the current rehab website owner to update site, including fixed cost, screen layout, and report designs. Develop a training document for the website that can be used by terminal personal and vendors for process of updating site.
8. Travel to vendors and AP maintenance sites as required to assure compliance and increase knowledge of process. 30% Travel is required in this position but may be increased during training period or heavy rehab demand.
9. Monitor rehab/major repair authorization to ensure correct pricing, prevention of overcharges, or unnecessary work, identification of warranty information for manufacturer’s assistance in failure analysis.
10. Improve the effectiveness of the work team by sharing knowledge learned and assist others in making recommendations to improve processes.
11. Coordinate with the Fleet Engineer on new trailer inspections at vendors during the build process. This is to assure quality before units leave the vendor.
12. Continuously improve the rehab process to reduce overall maintenance costs.
13. Work with the Fleet Support Coordinator Trailer to understand billing and project costs allocation to help improve the rehab decision making process.
14. Share knowledge with the Fleet Operations team to that may improve the bulk trailer retest program.

Qualifications/Requirements:

10+ years of fleet maintenance experience involving cryogenic vehicles. A self-starter with very strong teamwork, communication and organization skills. Proficient computer skills and use of Microsoft applications and SAP. A passion for continuous improvement. Strong troubleshooting skills. Ability to work closely with the terminal vehicle maintenance, logistics, and members of the Fleet Operations team.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2121BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 2026BR
Job Title Instrument Designer
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Non-Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an Instrument Designer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This is a position in the Global Operations Organization of Air Products and Chemicals within the Process Controls Group. The designers in this team predominately provide design support to plant analyzer retrofits and projects. Additionally support is provided for control system platform additions, and cabinet designs.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:
•Physicals: For ASU plants, based on Intergraph designed piping plans and isometric details, instrument specifications and flow sheet data, the understanding of all applicable Design Engineering Standards with regards to tubing, fittings mounting requirements and construction specifications. The ability to do material take-offs for a bill of material. The ability to produce 3D instrument location drawings using Microstation software. The basic knowledge of process conditions and the ability to apply it to location of instrumentation and hookup drawings.
•* Hookups: The ability to develop detailed installation drawings for tubing of instruments including developing a comprehensive bill of material for all of the components required for the individual installations. The drawings are developed based on a solid understanding of process requirements and proper material selection for process and environmental criteria coupled with information derived from P & ID's., instrument specifications and Design Engineering Standards.
•* Mounting Details: The ability to develop detailed installation drawings for mounting and installing instruments including developing a comprehensive bill of material for all of the components required for the individual installations.
•* Control Panel: The knowledge and understanding of all applicable APCI standards pertaining to wiring, fabrication, painting, AC control devices and instrumentation contained in control panels. To understand basic electrical and electronic fundamentals of control. To understand AC and DC power requirements. The ability to communicate information effectively to panel vendor shops.
•* Loop Design: The ability to develop detailed d.c. control circuit point-to-point interconnecting wiring drawings to support the fabrication of control panels. This application requires a basic understanding of electrical and electronic control fundamentals along with the ability to derive point-to-point wiring information from electrical wiring diagrams or Cable Database termination schedules.
•* Analyzer Panel Design: The ability to understand UHP requirements such as cleaning procedures, welding procedures, VCR fitting technology, special valving requirements and purification technology. Understand chromatograph technology and apply it when necessary. Understand the most recent analyzer systems designed by Operations and apply it to non-operation plants. To be aware of calibration gas requirements and new manifold-regulator technology as well as the ability to specify the requirements.
•* Instrument Air Systems: The ability to design a complete instrument air system based on the supply requirements of all in-line and off-line instrumentation. To understand pressure regulating requirements and operational procedures for isolation.
•* Chemical Plant Design: The ability to design instrument location drawings and hookups as described in the "Physicals/hookups" section in corrosive, liquid and condensable gas services. The knowledge of all special chemical standards and safety requirements. The basic understanding of chemical plant instrumentation.
•* Hazardous Plant Design: The ability to design instrument location drawings and hookups as described in the "Physicals/Hookups" section in Hazardous and Classified areas. Knowledge of the NFPA 496 code is required for purging requirements. Requirements for control panel/analyzer panel electrical devices in these areas.
•* Gas Purification Design: The knowledge of gas purifier panels and the ability to apply it to UHP analytical calibration gas systems.
•* Bills of Material: The ability to develop bills of material or purchase of equipment required to support the construction of projects. Bills of material are developed from physical drawings and standard details requiring a comprehensive knowledge of materials and construction practices.

Additional skills include but are not limited to:
E Interface, Estimating, Forecasting/Statusing, Cross Functional (Instrumentation/ Electrical Design), and Field Experience

OTHER SKILLS: A high school diploma/equivalent with 1-2 yrs min exp.
•Communication (all formats), Presentation Skills, Application and Productivity

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #2026BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

Req No. 1934BR
Job Title MAINTENANCE SUPPORT MANAGER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Maintenance Support Manager at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The basic function of the Maintenance Support Manager is to provide necessary leadership and technical support, for all assigned facilities throughout the Eastern US Region, in a manner which will continuously improve Safety, equipment integrity, reliability, cost and on-stream factors. This position provides active maintenance management, leadership, direction and support for all the Eastern US Air Seperation, Smart Hydrogen, Hydrogen & CO, Helium, Generated Gases and Chemicals facility’s to minimize costs while satisfying business justified reliability objectives and corporate EH&S goals.

This position is responsible for developing and implementing cost effective common systems on a region wide basis to ensure consistent application of global engineering standards, maintenance best practices, maintenance training, computerized maintenance management systems, and work processes. Effective utilization of human resources within the engineering, supervisory, technician, and maintenance crafts across the organization is a prime responsibility.
The incumbent has to work closely with senior operations line management and engineering leadership to ensure alignment with business objectives and effective coordination of engineering resources.
In addition to providing Maintenance Leadership, this position is jointly responsible with Plant & Line Management for the development, administration and control of the Maintenance routine expense and major maintenance budgets across the Region. Incumbent is responsible for maintaining a continuous review of costs and for review and approval of all Major Maintenance funds.

B.S. degree in an engineering discipline, preferred, but not required. Minimum of 10+ years in maintenance, engineering and/or operations management roles is desired - up to 50% travel.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #1934BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

Req No. 1486BR
Job Title Plant Process Engineer
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Plant Process Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This is a ladder position and assignments can be configured to match the background of the successful candidate. Performance Materials has identified more than $25MM/yr in potential productivity improvements that require Chemical and Industrial Engineering expertise. The work is widely varied and flexibility to and by candidates is a must.

The successful candidate will perform Plant Process Engineering and productivity improvement for the Performance Materials Growth Platform Division (PMGP). This position will support various work for the 11 PMGP facilities or ongoing acquisitions. Key PMGP technologies include epoxies, polyurethane chemicals, ethoxylations, acetylenics, and specialty amines. Periods of travel (including possible international travel) are required averaging as much as one week per month or if mutually agreed more than one week per month.

The position will report to the Plant Process Engineering organization that has consistently delivered more than $20MM/yr in productivity benefits to the fast growing and highly profitable Performance Materials Growth Platform.

Primary responsibilities of the position may include:

1. Identify productivity improvement opportunities. Areas of emphasis include: manufacturing cost reduction, capacity improvements/cycle time reductions, supply chain flow and cost improvement, waste handling and reduction, raw materials, utilities consumption/cost/supply and production process reliability.

2. Conduct process engineering evaluation of production unit operations and facility utilities, screen options, investigate and identify process bottlenecks and constraints, map system capability and rank solutions with necessary cost-benefit analyses.

3. Identify, develop and design improved operating and control strategies to achieve productivity targets. Develop tracking programs and metrics for plant optimization and efficiency, and monitor the targets against budget/expected performance.

4. Analyze plant performance and work with the operations and supply chain team to ensure the plant operates optimally. Develop and install systems that ensure plant operators and line management understand the optimal run-point for each process to achieve efficiency targets.

5. Develop project scope, estimate project cost and benefits, develop capital expenditure authorization documents and propose appropriate execution strategy for best fit with resources and benefits case. Execute productivity projects with small Global Operations teams.

6. Work with the facility operations staff and line management to identify, communicate and transfer best operating facility practices. Use idea generation methods , engage the operations team in opportunity identifications and screen opportunities for implementation. Support and execute Global Operations plant productivity assessments.

7. Provide support for the facility process safety activities through implementation of management of change associated with asset management projects , operating plant hazard review revalidation, execution of project hazards reviews, completing ophr action items, and support of environmental permitting.

8. Provide process-engineering consultation and support to the site’s Production organization to help troubleshoot and resolve process operating problems. Assist operations to resolve product quality, reliability and operability issues.

9. Use Lean and/or Continuous Improvement methods to facilitate improvements.

Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
3 or more years of process engineering or chemical plant engineering experience.

Beneficial Experience/Skills:
Knowledge of chemical operations, preferably chemical engineering aplications involving batch operations including reaction, distillation, solids handling, heat exchange, utilities, process control and automation is a plus.
Alternatively, knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques in packaged chemical production operations (i.e., Industrial Engineering applications to batch Chemical Plants)
Able to work in a hands-on environment in an operating plant.
Able to work in groups, interacting with commercial people, plant operators , maintenance, production engineers, plant supervision and line management
Prior experience conducting process plant optimization.
Prior experience working in a specialty materials plant or any APCI operating plant
Exposure to cost estimation, project engineering and project development
Familiarity using process safety tools and risk analysis
Experience with process modeling a plus.
Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.
To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req # 1486BR.If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.
Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic

For more information on the Lehigh Valley Jewish community, please email Rabbi Mordechai Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.