About the role
The Department of Chemistry at the University of South Florida invites applications for an in-person, 12-month Postdoctoral Scholar position.
The preferred start date is February 1, 2027, but the start date is flexible and negotiable.
The salary range is $60,000–$65,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal for an additional year, contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued funding availability.
The successful candidate will work with the supervisor, Dr. Ying Wang, on designing and conducting research projects in chemistry education, analyzing the collected data, summarizing and disseminating the research results, and writing grant proposals to funding agencies. The candidate will also mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers in their research endeavors.
Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in the field of chemistry education or a related field. Candidates who are ABS (All But Dissertation) may be considered upon completing all degree requirements before the employment start date. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Postdoctoral Fellow.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience conducting both quantitative and qualitative research
- Experience in designing, implementing, and analyzing surveys and interviews
- Experience with publications in peer-reviewed discipline-based education journals
How to Apply:
When applying, please attach the following required materials:
- Cover letter (detailing research experience/interests and alignment with the position)
- CV
- Names & contact information for 3 professional references
Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Please direct questions about the position to Dr. Ying Wang at yingw@usf.edu.
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.