Research Associate-Fixed Term
- Employer
- Michigan State University
- Location
- East Lansing
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Natural Science
Department: Earth And Environmental Sciences 10032368
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Full Time (90-100%), Fixed Term Academic Staff, Research/Scientific
Position Summary
The Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences is searching for a postdoctoral research associate - fixed term. This position will participate in department research projects, along with conducting research pertaining to their own program of specialization. The duration of the appointment will be 12 months, with a possibility of extension based on performance and funding.
The expectations of a Postdoctoral Research Associate in EES include:
- Participation and leadership of field expeditions related to his/her research program
- Carrying out his/her own research in applicable area of study
- Publishing peer-reviewed papers by collaborating with supervising faculty
- Vigorously applying for external grants as PI with supervising faculty as Co-PI
- Actively attending workshops, meetings, and conferences
- Mentoring both graduate and undergraduate students in the lab
Doctorate
Minimum RequirementsPhD in a field related to Earth & Environmental Sciences, or other applicable field.
Required Application Materials-CV
-Letter of interest
Special InstructionsReview of applications begins 2/22/18
MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is committed to achieving excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Advertised: Feb 8, 2018 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Feb 8, 2020 Eastern Standard Time
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