💼 Full-Time Position

Research Assistant (Part Time)-Collier Group

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University of Southern Mississippi
📍 Hattiesburg, MS, United States
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Location
Hattiesburg, United States
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Posted
June 27, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Special Instructions to Applicants
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 research assistant supports ongoing work in polymer synthesis, materials characterization, and data analysis, and helps coordinate the group’s research activities. The role involves hands-on experimental work, data interpretation, and contributions to scientific outputs, including reports and publications.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

+ Conducts the synthesis and chemical modification of conjugated polymers using established and experimental methods. Optimizes reaction parameters and maintains consistency across multiple batches of materials.

+ Carries out physical and chemical characterization of polymers, including morphological and thermal analysis. Uses instrumentation such a...