Polymer Synthesis

The Chiu Research Group (https://www.chemistry.msu.edu/faculty-research/faculty-members/chiu-melanie.aspx) has recently moved to the Department of Chemistry at Michigan State University and is recruiting postdoctoral associates with experience in polymer synthesis and/or polymer characterization. The Chiu group utilizes light as a tool for polymer synthesis to access new materials or those that are difficult to obtain by conventional methods, then studies the properties of these materials in collaboration with other groups. We are particularly interested in using light to control: (i) polymer dispersity; (ii) polymer tacticity; and (iii) catalytic activity and selectivity in single-chain polymer nanoparticles.  

Minimum Requirements: 

A Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field, excellent communication skills and a strong track record of scientific productivity. Experience in small molecule and polymer synthesis and characterization is essential. Applicants should be able to work independently as well as working in an interdisciplinary team.  

Please provide: 

• cover letter (with expected date of availability)
• 2–3 page research summary 
• curriculum vita with full publication list
• list of three people who can provide letters of recommendation. 

Review of applications will begin immediately. Preferred start date: late 2023 or early 2024  

The position is for one year, but with the possibility of renewal, based upon mutual agreement and availability of funds.    

Please contact Prof. Chiu (melchiu@msu.edu) for more details. 

The application materials can be submitted at https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/511037/research-associatefixed-term All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status. 

About Michigan State University: 

MSU resides on a large (20 square-kilometer) campus in East Lansing, Michigan on the banks of the Red Cedar River. East Lansing is about an hour drive from two of the Great Lakes. We are located within 4 hours from Chicago and Toronto, and one hour from Detroit Metro Airport (a major international airport).  Michigan has 4 national parks and 97 state parks. Housing in the area is very affordable, and the cost of living is relatively low.