Postdoctoral Research Associate - Sustainable & Circular Polymer Materials
Listed on 2026-11-02
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Research/Development
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Research Scientist, Biomedical Science
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
November 4, 2026. If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
306- - Postdoctoral Research Associate
BusinessTitle:
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Sustainable & Circular Polymer Materials
Employee Type:Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)
Position Term:12 Month
Position Details:The Opportunity:
The Composite Materials & Engineering Center (CMEC) at Washington State University seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct research in sustainable and circular polymer materials. The position supports CMEC's interdisciplinary mission to advance renewable materials, polymer innovation, and circular economy solutions for industry and society. The postdoctoral researcher will work on synthesis, characterization, and application development of next‑generation biobased and recycled polymer systems.
The role includes hands‑on laboratory research, collaboration with CMEC faculty and industry partners, and contributions to student mentoring and proposal development.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts.
- paid sick and vacation leave
- paid holidays
- medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
- retirement
- deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Faculty and Total Compensation.
For information or questions about Benefits, please contact HRS Benefits at .
Additional Information:Annual Salary: $62,232 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position.
This is a full time (100% FTE), temporary position. This position is overtime eligible.
Appointment Duration:
This is a temporary position expected to start on January 1, 2027 and end on December 31, 2027. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
- A doctoral degree in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, polymer science, materials science and engineering, or a closely related science or engineering discipline.
- Research experience in organic synthesis, polymer synthesis, or related chemical/materials synthesis.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate research findings effectively through scientific writing and oral presentations.
- Organic synthesis and polymerization skills
May be eligible for work visa sponsorship
About Department/College/Area/ Campus - cmec.wsu.eduArea/College:
College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences ( CAHNRS)
Department Name:
Composite Materials & Engineering Center
Location:
Pullman, WA
This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in
Contact:For questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact Jinwen Zhang, Professor, jwzhang
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