Research Associate-Fixed Term

Position Summary

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Michigan State University invites applications for multiple full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate positions in Dr. Qingxu “Bill” Jin’s research group. These positions offer exciting opportunities for individuals with expertise and research interests in the following areas:

• Multi-scale cementitious material design and characterization
• Multifunctional fiber-reinforced cementitious/ceramic composites
• Low-carbon infrastructure materials
• ML/AI-enabled imaging analysis and applications
• Deep decarbonization through material recycling and CO₂ conversion
• Life cycle assessment (LCA) studies

The successful candidates will work under the guidance of Dr. Qingxu “Bill” Jin (billjin@egr.msu.edu) in the Resilient, Intelligent, Sustainable & Energy-efficient (RISE) Infrastructure Materials Laboratory. The RISE group’s innovative research has been featured in multiple media outlets, including CBS, NPR, WKAR Public Media, WOOD-TV8, and MSU Today. For more information about the research group, please visit the RISE Lab website (https://www.risematlab.com/). Dr. Jin is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and supportive lab environment, actively mentoring postdoctoral researchers, and helping them achieve their professional goals.The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal contingent on demonstrated research productivity and continued funding availability.

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 -Engineering, or closely related discipline

Minimum Requirements

• A Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field is required.
• A demonstrated record of academic excellence and research achievement is essential.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are required.
• The ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and a high level of self-motivation are expected.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills are beneficial, including but not limited to SEM, TEM, XRD, TGA, FITR, NMR, and ICP-OES. Experience with thermodynamic modeling of construction materials.

Required Application Materials

Applicants are required to submit:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Contact information for three professional references

Special Instructions

For full consideration, applications should be received before 1/1/2025. Applications will be reviewed continuously thereafter until the position is filled.

Review of Applications Begins On

01/01/2025

Website

https://www.egr.msu.edu/cee/

Department Statement

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering has 31 faculty members and has established robust interdisciplinary research and educational programs rooted in the foundational principles of civil and environmental engineering. These programs offer a top-tier education while actively engaging in cutting-edge research endeavors. The Department faculty's strong commitment and contributions to research and education are well-recognized nationally and internationally. Annual research expenditures are approximately $11 million. Current year enrollment is approximately 119 graduate and 609 undergraduate students.

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.