Professional Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

Candidates are encouraged to apply if they are interested in getting advanced training in polymer synthesis and organic synthesis.

Candidates will be expected to obtain state-of-the-art training in the synthesis and characterization organic materials and/or polymer processing relevant to sustainable packaging applications under the supervision of Dr. Rabnawaz. The candidates will directly report to Dr. Rabnawaz. The positions are available for a minimum of 6 months.

Key job responsibilities include:

• Design and perform experiments for the relevant project
• Collect data using numerous characterization methods as well as analyze and document data
• Present data to Dr. Rabnawaz or in conferences
• Prepare reports and manuscripts
• Work with other team members on joint projects

Desired Qualifications

Enrolled in a Ph.D. program or have recently completed a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Material Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or another relevant field.

Candidates will have an excellent theoretical understanding of the core concepts relevant to synthesizing small and large molecules and the characterization of organic materials (NMR, GPC). Candidates with prior experimental skills are also encouraged to apply, who will get advanced training, especially in sustainable material, during their stay in Dr. Rabnawaz's 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 Application Materials

1. CV
2. Cover Letter

Together-we-will Statement

The university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/

Special Instructions

Applications will be reviewed as needed.

Applications will be reviewed as needed

Work Hours

Standard 8-5, nights and weekends as needed

Website

www.packaging.msu.edu