Research Associate-Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Department of Chemistry, Michigan State University (MSU), invites applications from outstanding candidates for Postdoctoral Researcher positions. MSU has a rich tradition in chemistry, with current faculty expertise in a wide range of areas covering analytical chemistry, chemical biology, chemical education research, inorganic chemistry, nuclear chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, chemical physics, and theoretical chemistry. The chemistry department has hire more than ten new faculty during the last two years to build on current strength and expand into emerging areas of chemistry. In addition, there are exciting campus wide research initiatives on interdisciplinary science and technology, and health research.

The successful applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in chemistry or a related field with strong pertinent research experience. Postdoctoral Researchers will be associated with a particular faculty member in the chemistry department. https://www.chemistry.msu.edu/faculty-research/faculty-members/ Applicants must specify the faculty member they want like to work with in the cover letter of their application.

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 -chemistry or a related field

Minimum Requirements

PhD in chemistry or a related field

Desired Qualifications

Strong record of peer reviewed chemistry publications demonstrating research productivity

Experience in mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students

Required Application Materials

Applicants must provide a Curriculum Vita, a statement of research accomplishment, and contact info for three references. 

Special Instructions

Applications will be reviewed as needed.

Website

https://www.chemistry.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.