Postdoctoral Scholar
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Biomedical Science -
Science
Research Scientist, Biomedical Science
Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term
Chemistry
Faculty/Academic Staff
Location:
East Lansing, Michigan, United States
Area of Interest:
Research/Scientific
Employment Type:
Full Time (90-100%)
Group:
Fixed Term Academic Staff
Union/Non-Union:
Non-Union
Opening on:
May 27 2026
Closing at:
May 17 2028 - 23:55 EDT
Salary:
Commensurate with Experience
College Of Natural Science
Position Summary
Development of methods using light to control molecular parameters of polymer structure, including dispersity, tacticity, and co-monomer sequence.
Characterizing polymer structure and studying its effects on material properties.
Exploring applications of otherwise-inaccessible polymers.
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
Minimum Requirements:
PhD in Chemistry and research experience in organic synthesis and characterization; demonstrated ability to design, execute, and communicate synthetic chemistry investigations independently and as a part of an interdisciplinary team.
Desired Qualifications
- Research experience in polymer synthesis and characterization
- Demonstrated record of intellectual, experimental, and communication contributions to peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations
- Demonstrated record of positive mentorship of junior researchers
Required Application Materials
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- 2–3 page research summary
- Names and email addresses of 2-3 references
Department 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.
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