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Assistant Professor - Polymer Chemistry

University of South Carolina · Columbia, SC2w agoverified 8 h ago

PhD-level Academic / Postdoc roles on Crosslinked list a median of $97k (60 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Tenure-track faculty conducting polymer science research and teaching at USC.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Research focus on energy, water purification, gas separation, and responsive materials with additive manufacturing.

Might not be for you. Tenure-track academic role requires PhD and strong publication record; not an industry position.

PhD-friendlyPostdoc bridge

Heads-up: The posting is light on detail

Core polymer rolePh.D. in chemistry, polymer science, materials science... strong background in polymer science

H-1B filings

University of South Carolina filed 13 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Postdoctoral Fellow, Postdoctoral Fellow/Department of Mechanical Engineering, Assistant Professor/Analytical and Environmental Chemistry. Median filed pay: $63K 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
Role
Academic / Postdoc

Role details

Preferred Qualifications

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

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Common questions

Does University of South Carolina sponsor H-1B visas?

University of South Carolina has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Assistant Professor - Polymer Chemistry role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Assistant Professor - Polymer Chemistry role at University of South Carolina based?

This role is based in Columbia, SC.

What degree is required for the Assistant Professor - Polymer Chemistry role at University of South Carolina?

This role requires a PhD.