Dr. Jessica Parr

Professor

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Biography

Jessica Parr is a Professor of Teaching in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Southern California. She completed her Ph.D. in Chemistry at USC in August 2007, following a B.A. in Chemistry with ACS Certification from Goucher College in May 2002. Her research focuses on the study of photodissociation dynamics in hydrogen-bonded complexes. Specific topics of interest include vibrational energy transfer, exit channel dynamics, and weakly-bound complexes. Parr has contributed to multiple journal articles published in notable journals, including 'The Journal of Physical Chemistry' and 'Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics', where she has co-authored research on state-specific vibrational predissociation and electronic Rydberg states. Throughout her career, she has received several accolades including the USC Mellon Mentoring Award (2014-2015), the WiSE: Hanna Reisler Mentorship Award (2013-2014), and multiple teaching excellence awards. She is dedicated to mentoring students and enhancing education in the field of Chemistry.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor (Teaching)

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Professor of Teaching in the Department of Chemistry, focusing on education and research.

Awards

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USC Mellon Mentoring Award

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WiSE: Hanna Reisler Mentorship Award

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Department of Chemistry Predoctoral Fellowship

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Chemistry Department Award for Excellence in Teaching

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Jay Stuckhoff Memorial Award for Leadership

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USC Award for Excellence in Teaching

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Personal Statement
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  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.