Research Associate-Fixed Term

Position Summary

The School of Packaging at Michigan State University invites applications for a Research Associate position with a research focus of cellulose nano-composites. 

The position is funded by the US Endowment for Forestry and Communities, with funding for 12 months.

This position will be filled in collaboration with and located at the USDA Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory in Madison, Wisconsin. 

The candidate will be involved in:

• Conducting experimental research
• Tasks including production on cellulose nano-materials
• Manufacturing cellulose nano-composites
• Characterization of composite materials

The candidate should be conversant in characterization techniques including those for mechanical properties, thermal properties, and barrier properties. 

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, Materials Science

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have doctoral degree in a relevant polymer chemistry, materials science and/or engineering fields.

The ideal candidate should have experience in:

• Polymer processing and polymeric material characterization
• Demonstrated skills in the entire research cycle including conceiving of a project
• Performance experiments
• Statistical analysis of data
• Strong writing skills

Desired Qualifications

Experience in packaging, biomaterials and sustainability is desired but not required. Opportunities also exist for collaborating and working on interdisciplinary projects.

Required Application Materials

The following documents are required for consideration:

• Recent CV
• Cover Letter
• Research Interests
• Three letters of reference

Submit all application materials online to www.careers.msu.edu

Special Instructions

www.packaging.msu.edu 

Review of Applications Begins On

06/24/2024

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.