Updated: 30 days ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 30 Mar 2024
Posting Summary
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Posting Number | RTF00070PO24 |
USC Market Title | Post Doctoral Fellow |
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156387 |
Business Title (Internal Title) | Post-Doctoral Fellow |
Campus | Columbia |
Work County | Richland |
College/Division | College of Engineering and Computing |
Department | CEC Mechanical Engineering |
Advertised Salary Range | Salary Commensurate with Qualifications |
Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC |
Part/Full Time | Full Time |
Hours per Week | 40 |
Work Schedule | Standard number of work hours per week are 37.5 hours/week; Monday – Friday; one hour for lunch. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to support the needs of the University and/or Department |
Type of Staff Position | Staff Research Grant (SRGP) |
Basis | 12 months |
Job Search Category | Post-doctoral |
About USC
About University of South Carolina | 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. |
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Inclusive Excellence Statement | At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. |
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
South Carolina Retirement | No |
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State Insurance Programs | Yes |
Annual Leave | Yes |
Sick Leave | Yes |
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | Research and development of a methodology to develop a Multiphysics process model for automated composite material manufacturing and to characterize composite material properties for the LS-DYNA MAT213 mode |
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Required Education and Experience | PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely-related field (e.g., Materials Science or Aerospace Engineering) |
Preferred Qualifications | |
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Digital image correlation, finite element modeling and simulation, experimental mechanics, mechanics and manufacturing of composite materials. |
Job Duties
Job Duty | Contribute to research on development of a multiphysics process model methodology to characterize heterogeneous material properties. |
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Essential Function | Yes |
Percentage of Time | 50 |
Job Duty | Contribute to research on development of an experimental methodology to determine composite material properties for the LS-DYNA MAT213 model. |
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Essential Function | Yes |
Percentage of Time | 25 |
Job Duty | Prepare scholarly works acceptable for presentation or publication. |
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Essential Function | Yes |
Percentage of Time | 10 |
Job Duty | Prepare scholarly works acceptable for presentation or publication. |
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Essential Function | Yes |
Percentage of Time | 10 |
Job Duty | Assist PI with oversight of 2 graduate students in the same group. |
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Essential Function | Yes |
Percentage of Time | 5 |
Position Attributes
Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential |
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Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. | No |
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 |
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Desired Start Date | |
Position End Date | |
Job Open Date | 03/06/2024 |
Job Close Date | 03/30/2024 |
Open Until Filled | No |
Special Instructions to Applicant | A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Make certain to provide the following information on the application:
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Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/165264 |
EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. |