Research Assistant Professor - Center for Graphene Research and Innovation

University of Mississippi • University, MS

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About The Position

The University of Mississippi’s Center for Graphene Research and Innovation invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor to conduct research on graphene and other two-dimensional materials. The successful candidate will work with an interdisciplinary team on applications including smart infrastructure materials such as cement and asphalt, multifunctional polymer composites, membranes, structural foams, and self-sensing materials. The appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon funding availability. The position is not eligible for tenure.

The role involves designing, fabricating, and characterizing graphene-enabled materials and modifying graphene surface chemistry to improve its dispersion in polymers and other matrix materials. The candidate will mentor graduate and undergraduate students, prepare research results and manuscripts for publication, and assist with grant writing.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, or a related field, with a specialty in graphene and graphene-like materials.
• Strong experimental experience.
• A track record of successful research.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and characterize graphene-enabled materials for smart infrastructure, multifunctional polymer composites, membranes, structural foams, and self-sensing materials.
• Modify graphene surface chemistry and improve its dispersion in polymers and other matrix materials.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Prepare research results and write manuscripts for publication.
• Assist with grant writing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree