Post Doctoral Researcher

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Carolina seeks a Post Doctoral Researcher in the CAS Chemistry and Biochemistry department to conduct advanced research on polymer systems and materials. A faculty mentor will guide training, with opportunities to learn new techniques and contribute to cutting-edge projects.

The role includes supervising research assistants and lab personnel, with potential projects in reactive extrusion and high-performance composite materials.

Qualifications

• Expertise in synthetic polymer chemistry.
• Familiarity with polymer analytical techniques (NMR, IR, GPC, TGA, DSC, rheology).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research or service to develop career skills and learn new techniques.
• Work with a faculty mentor to determine the training agenda and projects.
• Supervise research assistants and laboratory personnel.

Skills

Polymer chemistry

Polymer analysis techniques

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Materials Science

Job description

Post Doctoral Researcher

Department: CAS Chemistry and Biochemistry

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: About UofSC

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 Post Doctoral Fellow will conduct research or service that provides further development of career skills or allows them opportunities to learn new research techniques. Possible research projects may include reactive extrusion, high-performance composite materials, and/or microphase-separated polymeric materials. They will be trained by and work in conjunction with a faculty mentor who determines the training agenda. Post Doctoral Fellow will also supervise research assistants and laboratory personnel.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Expertise in synthetic polymer chemistry
• Familiarity with polymer analytical techniques (e.g., NMR, IR, GPC, TGA, DSC, rheology)
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

The candidate should have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field by the start date of employment.

Job Close Date

09/18/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of thirty (30) business days on our job website. After thirty (30) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. 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. We are only accepting applications submitted by September 18, 2026. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9853331

EEO Statement

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