POSTDOCTORAL FELLOW OPENING
Polymer Materials Scientist

An opening exists in the laboratory of Prof. Patrick T. Mather at the
Insitute of Materials Science, Univ. Connecticut, in the area of
processing and characterization of new "shape memory" polymers under
industrial sponsorship. The application-directed research involves the
design, processing, and testing of biocompatible and/or bioresorbable
polymers for biomedical devices with defined thermomechanical
functionality. Experience with polymer processing, rheological and
mechanical characterization, and biocompatibility/biodegradation
testing are desired. The successful candidate will be incorporated into
an interdisciplinary team involving other members of Prof. Mather's
group (incl. polymer chemists) and researchers of the industrial
sponsor. Strong writing and oral communication skills are needed for
documentation of findings and interaction with our industrial sponsor.

This one-year opening may be filled as soon as August 1, 2003 but no
later than October 1, 2003 and will offer a competitive salary and
benefit package.
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University of Connecticut is situated in Storrs, an aread known as
Connecticut's Quiet Corner. While the Quiet Corner is an area of
wilderness and old-world charm, within half an hour you will find
attractions such as Hartford, Providence, Old Sturbridge Village,
Foxwoods Casino and Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center,
Mohegan Sun Resort, and Mystic Seaport. Newport and Boston are less than
90 minutes away, while New York is just two to three hours by car or by
rail.

The University of Connecticut is a Carnegie Foundation
Research-Intensive institution, and the top-ranked public university in
New England. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.
The University of Connecticut is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative
Action Employer.

Interested candidates should send their C.V. and names of three
references to:

Prof. Patrick T. Mather
97 N. Eagleville Rd.
Institute of Materials Science
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT 06269-3136
[email protected]

posted 3July2003