Position Summary

A Research Associate position is available in the fields of operations and supply chain management. Research Associate  is expected to conduct empirical and analytical research in food supply chains. The successful candidate will primarily work with Dr. Monireh Mahmoudi from the School of Packaging (College of Agriculture and Natural Resources) and Dr. Stanley Lim from the Department of Supply Chain Management (Eli Broad College of Business) at Michigan State University (MSU).

The appointee will be responsible for:

1) conducting research and taking leadership in writing research papers and grant proposals; and

2) developing collaboration with other research teams and industry partners. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of an extension for additional years. The expected start time for this position is August of 2024, though there is some flexibility in the start time. Preferences will be given to candidates who are already in the United States.

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 -Management Science, Economics, Industial

Minimum Requirements

Requirements: 

• A recently (or close to) completed Ph.D. in Management Science, Economics, Operations Management, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or related field is a minimum requirement.

• Advanced knowledge in structural modeling and estimation.
• Advanced knowledge in causal inference and use of econometric tools and statistical software (e.g., Stata, R, Python) to conduct research using secondary and primary data.
• Good writing and presentation skills.

Desired Qualifications

Basic/Intermediate knowledge of, and some experience with mathematical modeling, optimization algorithms and software (e.g., CPLEX, Gurobi), and data analytics using a computer programming software (e.g., Matlab). Experience obtained through coursework is acceptable

Required Application Materials

1. Current/Up-to-date full curriculum vitae
2. Sample research papers (published, accepted, and/or working)
3. Contact information of two references (please include email addresses and phone numbers).

Special Instructions

The search committee will review applications on May 27, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

Review of Applications Begins On

05/27/2024

Website

www.packaging.msu.edu

Department Statement

School of Packaging -- College of Agriculture and Natural Resources:

The School of Packaging (SoP) holds the prestigious reputation of being the first, the largest, and the most comprehensive packaging school in higher education. The school educates students to thrive in careers such as packaging engineering, design, manufacturing, research and development, and sales. Our graduates can be found across most industries and global Fortune 500 companies, and our Ph.D. graduates teach at universities around the world. Students graduate with foundational knowledge across all aspects of packaging, positioning them to work in multiple capacities for top global companies. MSU SoP graduates have developed a strong alumni network, are leaders at all organizational levels, and are thought leaders shaping today’s sustainable packaging solutions.

Department of Supply Chain Management – Eli Broad College of Business:

Ranked #1 in US News and World Report, the Supply Chain Management Department (http://supplychain.broad.msu.edu/) is the home of internationally recognized faculty who are among the most accomplished scholars and teachers. The department offers a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, an MS in Supply Chain Management, and Ph.D’s in both Logistics Management, and Operations & Sourcing Management. The department contributes heavily to the Executive and Full-time MBA programs, online certificate programs, and is very active in executive education programs.

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.