Where is the Research Assistant Professor role at University of South Carolina based?

This role is based in Columbia, SC.

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Research Assistant Professor

Q: What polymers or materials does this Research Assistant Professor role work with?

single crystal materials, polycrystalline materials, thin films.

Q: What techniques or methods are required for this Research Assistant Professor role?

electrical property measurement, magnetic property measurement, optical property measurement, thermal property measurement.

University of South Carolina · Columbia, SCtoday

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Conduct research on synthesis, thin-film deposition and characterization of functional materials.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Own the full pipeline from crystal growth and thin-film deposition to electrical, magnetic and thermal property measurement.

Might not be for you. Grant-funded research faculty role — limited supervision, soft-money and publication expectations.

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist PhD-friendlyPostdoc bridge

Heads-up: References asked upfront

Core polymer rolesynthesis of single crystal and polycrystalline materials, thin-film deposition, micro/nano fabrication; measure electrical, magnetic, optical, thermal properties

H-1B filings

University of South Carolina filed 13 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Postdoctoral Fellow, Postdoctoral Fellow/Department of Mechanical Engineering, Assistant Professor/Analytical and Environmental Chemistry. Median filed pay: $63K a year.

Universities are exempt from the H-1B cap, so roles here skip the lottery.

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Seniority: Entry level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: PhD
Role: Academic / Postdoc

Materials

single crystal materialspolycrystalline materialsthin films76 roles

Techniques

electrical property measurementmagnetic property measurementoptical property measurementthermal property measurement

Benefits

equity/stock

Role details

Job Responsibilities

Research Assistant Professor Department: CAS Physics and Astronomy Part/Full Time: Full Time Advertised Salary Range: About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort.

In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary Under limited supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), this individual will conduct research on the synthesis of single crystal and polycrystalline materials, thin-film deposition, and micro/nano fabrication; characterizing these materials using laboratory-based techniques to measure their electrical, magnetic, optical, and thermal properties; and collaborating with experimental and theoretical researchers to develop structure-property relationships and novel functional materials.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Expertise in material synthesis, thin film fabrication, characterization, and theoretical modeling. - Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.

Additional Comments

Job Close Date 11/12/2026 Special Instructions to Applicant Please note that references will be contacted upon applying for the position. Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by November 12, 2026 To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9859809 EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. je-1951bdd726dc4c909730feba1e665f10