Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

  • Michigan State University
  • United States, MI
  • May 28, 2026
Full-time, Part-time
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    Job Description:

    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

    Website

    https://www.chemistry.msu.edu/

    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-g
    ranting colleges.

    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.







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