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Fully Funded Graduate Research Assistantship in Bioplastics for M.S. in Industrial Management and Engineering Technology Northern Illinois University in United States

Degree Level

Master's

Field of study

Mechanical Engineering

Funding

Fully funded paid Graduate Research Assistantship with a competitive stipend and a tuition waiver.

Deadline

Dec 10, 2026

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United States

University

Northern Illinois University

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Mechanical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Polymer Chemistry
Materials Engineering
Polymer Processing
Sustainable Materials
Technical Engineering
Bioplastic
Biocomposite

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About this position

Mahdi Vaezi at Northern Illinois University is recruiting a fully funded Graduate Research Assistant for the NIU Bioplastics Lab, starting in Spring 2027. The selected student will enroll in the M.S. in Industrial Management and Engineering Technology in NIU’s Department of Engineering Technology while conducting research in a lab focused on bioplastics, biocomposites, polymers, and sustainable materials.

This opportunity is especially relevant for applicants with backgrounds in materials engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, engineering technology, or related fields. Strong preparation in polymer processing and manufacturing methods such as extrusion, compounding, compression molding, and injection molding is preferred, along with experience operating laboratory equipment, running experiments, analyzing data, and writing technical reports. The post also highlights the importance of literature review skills, scientific reading, and understanding of materials science and polymer property relationships.

This is a paid assistantship with a competitive stipend and a tuition waiver. The start date is fixed for Spring 2027, and deferred entry is not available. Only applicants currently residing in the United States who can satisfy NIU admission requirements and begin in Spring 2027 will be considered.

To apply, do not use LinkedIn. Email your CV/resume, unofficial transcripts, and a cover letter outlining your technical experience, research interests, and fit for the role directly to [email protected] with the subject line Spring 2027 RA Application – NIU Bioplastics Lab.

Funding details

Fully funded paid Graduate Research Assistantship with a competitive stipend and a tuition waiver.

What's required

Applicants should have a background in materials engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, engineering technology, or a closely related discipline. Preferred experience includes knowledge of bioplastics, biocomposites, polymers, and sustainable materials; hands-on use of polymer processing equipment such as extrusion, compounding, compression molding, injection molding, or similar manufacturing processes; operation of laboratory equipment; conducting experiments and analyzing results; understanding materials science, polymer properties, and processing–structure–property relationships; literature review and critical reading of scientific publications; technical writing, scientific reporting, data analysis, and research documentation. Only applicants currently residing in the United States who can meet NIU admission requirements and begin in Spring 2027 will be considered.

How to apply

Do not apply through LinkedIn. Email your CV or resume, unofficial academic transcripts, and a cover letter describing your technical experience, research interests, and qualifications directly to [email protected]. Use the subject line: Spring 2027 RA Application – NIU Bioplastics Lab.

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