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Research Assistant Professor - Center for Graphene Research and Innovation

Q: Where is the Research Assistant Professor - Center for Graphene Research and Innovation role at University of Mississippi based?

This role is based in University, MS.

Q: What polymers or materials does this Research Assistant Professor - Center for Graphene Research and Innovation role work with?

graphene, 2D materials, polymer composites.

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Research graphene-enabled polymer composites, cement/asphalt, membranes and foams, and mentor students and write grants.

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Why it is interesting. Interdisciplinary graphene research spanning polymer composites, structural foams, membranes and smart infrastructure materials

Might not be for you. One-year term, renewal contingent on funding; non-tenure track

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist PhD-friendlyPostdoc bridge Publishes regularlyRoom for your own research

Heads-up: Cover letter required

Core polymer role:Design, fabrication, characterization of graphene-enabled materials: multifunctional polymer composites, membranes, structural foams; graphene dispersion in polymers

H-1B filings

University of Mississippi filed 16 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Postdoctoral Research Associate, Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Median filed pay: $74K 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
Industry: Construction
Role: Academic / Postdoc

Materials

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Role details

Department

Ctr for Graphene Research & Innovation

Job Summary

Performs a limited range of duties with a principal assignment(s) for conducting research. Not eligible for tenure.

Job Description

Applicants are invited to apply for Research Assistant Professor positions in the Center for Graphene Research and Innovation at the University of Mississippi. The center specializes in fundamental and applied research related to graphene and other 2D materials.

The successful candidate will work with an interdisciplinary research team on utilizing graphene and graphene-like 2D materials for smart infrastructure applications (cement and asphalt), multifunctional polymer composites, membranes, structural foams, and self-sensing materials. The candidate's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the design, fabrication, and characterization of graphene-enabled materials for the above applications, as well as modifying the surface chemistry of graphene and improving its dispersion in polymers and other matrix materials. This position is available for one year with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon availability of funding.

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Job Responsibilities

Mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students
Preparing research results and writing manuscripts for publication

Assisting with grant writing.

Required Qualifications

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A Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, or a related field with specialty in graphene and graphene-like materials. Candidates should have strong experimental experience and a track record of successful research. The candidate is required to have good communication skills.

Applicants should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names/contact information of three references.

Education Qualifications

PhD (Required)

Experience

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Interview Requirement

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement

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