Postdoctoral Research Associate - Plastics Engineering

Job no : 528563

Position type : Staff Full Time

Benefit Status : Benefited-Union

Campus : UMass Lowell

Department : Plastics Engineering

Salary : anticipate salary of $60,000-$65,000, based on grant

Applications Open : Sep 26 2025

Applications Close : Open until filled

General Summary of Position :

The successful applicant will conduct analytical and experimental research in the areas of plastics processing and characterization with an emphasis on extrusion and structure-properties relations. The postdoc will also help immediate supervisor in writing scholarly articles and reports. Assist with classes as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Required) :

Education :

• Ph.D. in Chemical, Mechanical, Materials / Polymer Engineering or related field

Experience :

At least three years of laboratory research experience and student mentoring

Skills :

Additional Considerations :

Preferred Qualifications :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Only current UML Employees within the Grants & Contracts (MTA / GRACE) bargaining unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; however, the posting may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

This position is contingent upon funding, and is for one year contingent on productivity, successful performance and the availability of funding.

Please include a resume, cover letter and sample of scholarly work / publication with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.

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