Research Assistant Professor - Center for Graphene Research and Innovation

University of Mississippi•University, MS

About The Position

The University of Mississippi’s Center for Graphene Research and Innovation invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor to conduct fundamental and applied research related to graphene and other two-dimensional materials. The role’s primary assignment is research and is not eligible for tenure. The successful candidate will design, fabricate, and characterize infrastructure materials, including asphalt binder and cement, which may incorporate graphene and other low-dimensional materials. The position also involves mentoring graduate and undergraduate students, preparing research results and manuscripts for publication, and assisting with grant writing. The appointment is available for one year, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon funding availability. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three references. Candidates invited to interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed before the interview date. The University conducts background investigations for applicants considered for employment, including a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial or driving history check.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
Strong experimental background.
Track record of successful research.
Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

Design, fabricate, and characterize infrastructure materials, including asphalt binder and cement, potentially incorporating graphene and other low-dimensional materials.
Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
Prepare research results and write manuscripts for publication.
Assist with grant writing.

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