Research Assistant Professor

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	RTF00029PO23
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 Mechanical Engineering
Location of Vacancy
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 Professional

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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	Yes
State Insurance Programs	Yes
Annual Leave	Yes
Sick Leave	Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	The College of Engineering and Computing seeks to fill the position of Research Assistant Professor. The primary purpose of this position is to assist Dr. Paul Ziehl, Associate Dean for Research and Director of the McNair Center, in completing the objectives of ongoing composite related research programs. These tasks include project management, design of experimental test setups, composite structural design, data acquisition/processing, and design.
Required Education and Experience	Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Physics, or any related field. Three (3) or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience preferred. U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, and foreign nationals eligible for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) licensure are eligible to apply and must comply with ITAR and CUI project requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Advanced knowledge of design concepts and techniques of composite part manufacturing. Knowledge of composite and elastomer failure modes. Knowledge of composite and elastomer test program design. Experience with the evaluation and qualification of materials, suppliers, equipment, technology and processes.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Maintain experimental and computer systems, including both hardware and software, to enable the successful execution of research.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Job Duty	Manage a wide variety of research projects, including those related to advanced manufacturing, simulations, and experimental investigations. Maintain advanced manufacturing equipment, including hot press, fusion welding, autoclave, and testing equipment such as MTS Landmark.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Execution of projects related to advanced structural design and automation for advanced composites, including but not limited to technology and processes.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Recruit undergraduate students into the Mechanical/Aerospace graduate programs.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Job Duty	Write and submit proposals for and receive federally supported extramural funding, such as NSF, DOE, NASA and similar. Will serve as the Principal Investigator on grants and contracts, and will advise postdoctoral associates, graduate students, and undergraduate students.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Job Duty	Publish in high level conferences and journals. Teaching of courses in Aero and/or Mechanical Engineering.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	20

Position Attributes

Hazardous weather category	Non-Essential
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	12/01/2023
Position End Date	11/30/2028
Job Open Date	11/08/2023
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: Your Legal Name Valid Email Address that you can access for at least six (6) months after the hire date Provide Start and End Dates for All Inactive Jobs for which you are not actively employed All information entered on your application is taken into consideration when reviewing your qualifications, etc. No assumptions are made for employment end-dates based on the next or previous job listed on the application. Applicants should be prepared to upload: Cover letter Resume/CV List of references and their contact information 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/157508
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