Available Positions
Thank you for visiting the Katsumata Group website! Our group just started in Fall 2018
—Yes, it is a brand-new lab, full of opportunities!
We would love to work with people who are thrilled with challenges and excited to be proactive leaders. Please feel free to contact Dr. Katsumata via katsumata@mail.pse.umass.edu
with your CV for inquiry.
Spring 2023
Undergraduate Researcher
Current UMass Amherst undergraduates from chemical engineering, chemistry, physics, and other departments are welcome to apply for research assistant positions.
Fall 2023
Graduate Student
1-2 positions will be available for Fall 2023. Please contact Dr. Katsumata to discuss your research interests and career goals.
Postdoctoral Scholar
No open positions for now.
Please stay tuned!
Mission Statement
We study functional polymer/hard interfaces to leverage the full potential of nanomaterials by bridging polymer physics and real-world problems. We all are proactive leaders who aspire to pass on our values (POSTER) to the next generation.
Katsumata Group Values: POSTER
Proactivity
We have the responsibility and the resourcefulness to make things happen.
Outreach
We are excited to share our work with society, in particular to the new generation.
Safety
We never hesitate to share near-miss incidences and minimize hazards. We commit to improve safety in our lab.
Team Work
We work together as equals to accomplish our mission. Every team member is fully capable to serve as a leader.
Environment
We respect each other regardless of our background or position. We provide a safe environment for ideas.
Risk Taking
We take innovative approaches to accomplish our mission even those that are not familiar or the easiest way for us.