• Assistant Professor of Polymer Science…

    University of Southern Mississippi (Hattiesburg, MS)


    Special Instructions to Applicants

     

    Applications must be submitted online at https://usm.csod.com (https://usm.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=4359&site=1) .

     

    A complete application will include:

     

    Cover letter

     

    Curriculum vitae

     

    Statement of research plans

     

    Brief statement of teaching philosophy that includes interest in specific core courses in the polymer science and engineering graduate and undergraduate curricula

     

    Names and contact information for at least three references (letters will be requested following initial review)

     

    Review of applications will begin November 24, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee and/or hiring authority.

     

    For inquiries, contact Dr. Derek Patton, Director, School of Polymer Science and Engineering at [email protected].

     

    Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

    Job Summary

    The School of Polymer Science and Engineering (SPSE) at The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin August 2026. We seek an exceptional scholar whose research and teaching will complement and expand the School’s strengths in polymer science and engineering. Candidates with research interests in any contemporary area of polymer science and engineering are encouraged to apply.

     

    Primary Duties and Responsibilities

     

    + Develop and sustain an externally funded, internationally recognized research program

    + Deliver high-impact instruction in undergraduate and graduate courses in polymer science and engineering, fostering a dynamic and experiential learning environment.

    + Mentor and supervise graduate and undergraduate researchers, emphasizing professional development and scholarly excellence.

    + Contribute to the mission of the School, College, University, and broader scientific community through professional service.

    + Perform other duties as assigned