Position Summary The School of Packaging has 3 openings for Research Associates in the Sustainable Materials Group. Candidates are encouraged to apply if they have expertise in polymer chemistry (e.g., synthesis and characterization). Candidates will be expected to design, develop, and perform experiments and report progress to Dr. Rabnawaz. In addition, these candidates will be expected to mentor one or two graduate students in the research group. 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, Chemistry, Material Sciences Minimum Requirements Candidates will have completed a PhD in Polymer Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Sciences or a closely related field by the position start date. Desired Qualifications Candidates will have a good record of productivity in polymer synthesis, catalysis, and materials as well as have expertise in the analytical techniques such as NMR, GPC, DSC, DMA, TGA, tensile properties, etc Required Application Materials Candidates will submit the following materials online: 1. CV 2. Cover Letter Special Instructions Applications will be reviewed as needed. Review of Applications Begins On 10/06/2023 Website www.packaging.msu.ed 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.