Research Associate-Fixed Term

Position Summary

Successful candidates are expected to work on molecular design and theoretical modeling of soft materials as well as their applications in healthcare and sustainability. Specifically, the candidate is expected to work on 1) theory and experiment for understanding mechano-transport in soft materials, and 2) mechanics of polymer networks with slipping crosslinks. Additionally, the candidate will help mentor students and publish peer-reviewed journal articles.

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 -Mechanical Engineering or closely related

Minimum Requirements

PhD in the area of mechanical engineering and materials science, or closely related

Desired Qualifications

Outstanding candidates should receive solid training in solid mechanics and polymer science.

In addition to academic training, the candidate is expected to possess excellent communication and writing skills.

Required Application Materials

Candidates are asked to submit cover letter, cv, and contact of three recommendation letters 

Website

https://engineering.msu.edu/about/departments/me

Department Statement

The Department of Mechanical Engineering comprises 41 tenure-system faculty, six teaching faculty, and approximately 150 graduate and 1400 undergraduate students. We offer a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Mechanics, and an online M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. Our faculty conduct cutting-edge interdisciplinary research in four broad areas--Biomechanics, Dynamic Systems and Controls, Fluid-Thermal Science and Engineering, and Solid Mechanics, Design and Manufacturing--with
collaborators across the Colleges of Engineering, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Educa􀀃on, Human Medicine, Natural Sciences, and Veterinary Medicine, as well as the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams.

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.