Assistant Professor - Polymer Chemistry

Logo : Posting Number :

FAC00123PO25

Advertised Title :

Assistant Professor - Polymer Chemistry

Campus : Columbia

College / Division :

College of Arts and Sciences

Department :

CAS Chemistry and Biochemistry

Advertised Salary Range :

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Hours per Week : 40

Position Category :

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis : 9 months

Work County : Richland

Tenure Information :

Tenure-Track / Tenured

Job Search Category :

Faculty

About University of South Carolina :

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 :

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Polymer Chemistry to begin August 16, 2026.

The candidate must have a strong background in polymer science with demonstrated potential to address critical research challenges in emerging areas such as energy, water purification, gas separation, responsive materials, and additive manufacturing. The successful candidate’s research should complement existing faculty strengths and align with the department’s strategic priorities. Biomedical applications may be considered as a secondary or minor research direction. The candidate is expected to establish a vigorous, internationally recognized, externally funded research program as part of the South Carolina SmartState Center in Polymer Nanocomposites. The candidate will teach core courses in organic chemistry and polymer science at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Required Education and Experience :

• The position requires Ph.D. in chemistry, polymer science, materials science, or a closely related field by the start date of the appointment.

Preferred Qualifications :

Desired Start Date : 08 / 16 / 2026

Job Open Date : 08 / 15 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant :

All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu . Applications must include : (1) a cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) research plans (5-6 pages), (4) a statement of teaching interests, and (5) the names and email addresses of 3 references.

Review of applications will begin on Decemebr 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. For questions, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Chuanbing Tang ( tang4@sc.edu ).

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business 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.

Quicklink for Posting :

https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 192733

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