Postdoc in Renewable Polymers for Adhesives & Coatings

VS-Postdoc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Professional training

Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

HSA contributions

Disability and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Minnesota is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to develop renewable polymers for adhesives, coatings, and related materials. The role emphasizes learning new polymerization methods and relating molecular structure to material performance, with strong emphasis on practical industrial testing.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in polymer synthesis and characterization (NMR, SEC, DSC, TGA, DMA).

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant field by start date (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science or related).
• Strong research ability, independence, and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Publish results through publications, technical reports, and presentations.
• Collaborate with graduate students and industrial partners on project milestones.
• Engage in advanced characterization and practical testing of renewable polymers for adhesives and coatings.

Education

PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or related field

Tools

NMR

SEC

DSC

TGA

DMA

Job description

The University of Minnesota is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to develop renewable polymers for adhesives, coatings, and related materials. The role emphasizes learning new polymerization methods and relating molecular structure to material performance, with strong emphasis on practical industrial testing.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in polymer synthesis and characterization (NMR, SEC, DSC, TGA, DMA).