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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Patton Lab

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Patton Lab

University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS • On-site

Other

Posted 8 days ago

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4.4

Company rating: 4.4 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

529th of 535 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete applications require a1) cover letter summarizing the candidate's research experience and interest inthe position, 2) a curriculum vitae and 3) contact information for threereferences. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continueuntil the position has been filled.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct and lead research onsustainable polymer materials within the Patton Lab at The University ofSouthern Mississippi's School of Polymer Science and Engineering. This positionintegrates fundamental polymer materials research with translational andinnovation-focused activities to support the advancement of emergingtechnologies. The role centers on evaluating and advancing polymer materialsfor applications in sustainability and real-world use, contributing to thelab's overall research mission. The position operates within a collaborative,multidisciplinary environment and supports the broader goals of innovation,research translation, and academic excellence. This is a full-time, 12-monthappointment, with continuation contingent upon the availability of externalfunding.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Conduct independent and collaborative research on sustainable polymer materials, including design, synthesis, processing, and evaluation.
  2. Establish relationships between structure, properties, and performance using appropriate analytical, thermal, and mechanical characterization methods.
  3. Advance research toward translational readiness by identifying application requirements, performance benchmarks, and scalability considerations.
  4. Identify intellectual property and prepare invention disclosures, while participating in feasibility assessments and gap analysis.
  5. Prepare technical reports, peer reviewed publications, and presentations to communicate research findings and innovation outcomes.
  6. Collaborate with academic and external partners to support research initiatives and expand project impact.
  7. Mentor and train graduate and undergraduate researchers, support laboratory operations, and ensure compliance with research ethics and environmental health and safety standards.
  8. Perform other duties as assigned.

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