Updated: about 8 hours ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;
Posting Summary
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Posting Number | RTF00019PO23 |
USC Market Title | Research Assistant Professor |
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Business Title | Research Assistant Professor |
Campus | Columbia |
Work County | Richland |
College/Division | College of Engineering and Computing |
Department | CEC Civil and Environmental Engineering |
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Part/Full Time | Full Time |
Hours per Week | 37.5 |
Type of Faculty Position | Faculty Research Grant (FRGP) |
Basis | 12 months |
Job Search Category | Other |
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 | Under limited supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), this individual will conduct research on Building Smarter Cities; Innovative Manufacturing for Civil Lift Vehicles; Digital Twin Technologies to Design and Maintenance of Transmission Lines; and Field Trials for Cost Effective Strengthening. Duties: (1) Supervise graduate and undergraduate students. (2) to complete ongoing research projects, design of experimental test setups, laboratory and field instrumentation, modeling, programming, and data acquisition and processing. (4) Contribute to publications, technical reports. (4) Work as sole- or co-PI on grants and projects, and to be continuously seeking new opportunities. |
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Required Education and Experience | The position requires a PhD degree in civil, structural, mechanical, aerospace engineering, computer science, information technology or closely related field, plus a minimum of two (2) years of postdoctoral research experience in civil, structural, mechanical, aerospace engineering, computer science, information technology or closely related field by the start date of employment. |
Preferred Qualifications | |
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Expertise in Structural Engineering, Structural Health Monitoring (SHM), Numerical simulation, and Artificial intelligence. Expertise in experimentatal techniques, computer-aided engineering (i.e., ABAQUS, ANSYS, COMSOL), and programing (i.e., Python, MATLAB). Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically byconsistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, andregulations. |
Job Duties
Job Duty | Contribute to field and laboratory research on structural health monitoring and advanced diagnostics and prognostics of complex systems. Perform data collection and analysis of unruly datasets, derive meaningful insights from laboratory experiments and field studies through acoustic emission data acquisition, Python, Abaqus, and related methods. |
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Essential Function | Yes |
Percentage of Time | 20 |
Job Duty | Prepare research progress reports, maintain accurate and detailed records of laboratory experiments and share findings via meetings, conferences, and publications. |
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Essential Function | Yes |
Percentage of Time | 20 |
Job Duty | Contribute to the preparation and submission of research grant funding proposals. |
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Essential Function | Yes |
Percentage of Time | 20 |
Job Duty | Assist with supervision of graduate and undergraduate students. |
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Essential Function | Yes |
Percentage of Time | 20 |
Job Duty | Procure, maintain, and secure laboratory equipment in good working order. |
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Essential Function | Yes |
Percentage of Time | 20 |
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
Desired Start Date | 10/16/2023 |
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Position End Date | 10/15/2024 |
Job Open Date | 09/08/2023 |
Job Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
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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Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. |
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/152528 |
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. |