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Research Associate-Fixed Term

  • East Lansing, Michigan, United States
  • Packaging 10002634
  • Area of Interest: Research/Scientific
  • Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%)
  • Group: Fixed Term Academic Staff
  • Union/Non-Union: Non-Union

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  • Faculty/Academic Staff
  • Opening on: Sep 26 2023
  • Closing at: Sep 26 2025 - 23:55 EDT
  • Salary Commensurate with Experience
  • College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
  • 902008

Position Summary

The School of Packaging has 3 research associate positions available.  Candidates are encouraged to apply if they have expertise polymer processing (rheology, cast and blown films, molding).
Candidates will be expected to design, develop, and perform experiments and report progress to Dr. Rabnawaz. In addition, these candidates will be expected to mentor one or two graduate students in the research group. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Polymer chemistry, Chemistry, Material Sciences

Minimum Requirements

Candidates will have completed a PhD in Polymer Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Sciences or a closely related field by the position start date.

Desired Qualifications

Candidates will have a good record of productivity in polymer processing (e.g., polymer blends, rheology, cast/blown films, molding, etc) and polymer characterization (e.g., DSC, DMA, TGA, tensile properties, etc.)

Required Application Materials

Candidates will submit the following materials online:

1. CV

2. Cover Letter

Special Instructions

Applications will be reviewed as needed.

Review of Applications Begins On

10/09/2023

Website

www.packaging.msu.edu

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

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