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Position Summary

Successful candidates are expected to work on molecular design and theoretical modeling of soft materials as well as their applications in healthcare and sustainability. Specifically, the candidate is expected to work on 1) theory and experiment for understanding mechano-transport in soft materials, and 2) mechanics of polymer networks with slipping crosslinks. Additionally, the candidate will help mentor students and publish peer-reviewed journal articles.

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 -Mechanical Engineering or closely related

Minimum Requirements

PhD in the area of mechanical engineering or closely related.

Desired Qualifications

Outstanding candidates should receive solid training in solid mechanics and polymer science.

In addition to academic training, the candidate is expected to possess excellent communication and writing skills.

Required Application Materials

Please submit cover letter, cv, and three references

Review of Applications Begins On

03/16/2026

Website

me.msu.edu

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.

About Michigan State University

Spartans work every day to advance the common good in uncommon ways.Together, we tackle some of the world?s toughest problems to find solutions that make life better?from alternative energy to better food safety to breakthrough medical and environmental applications achieved through rare isotope research.We teach. We explore and we discover. We collaborate and lead. We innovate, inspire, and empower. We achieve our potential and create circumstances that help our students and others achieve theirs.We're good at it, and we've been at it for more than 150 years.The nation?s pioneer land-grant university, MSU began as a bold experiment that democratized higher education and helped bring science and innovation into everyday life. The revolutionary concept became a model for the nation.Today, MSU is one of the top research universities in the world?on one of the biggest, greenest campuses in the nation. Home to nationally ranked and recognized academic, residential college, and service-learning programs, we?re a diverse community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, scientists and leaders.In ways both practical and profound, we work to create a stronger, more sustainable, and more hopeful future for all.

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