Assistant Scientist

To navigate through this form, please use the "Prev" and "Save & Continue" buttons at the top of the page. Do not use your browser's "Back" button as it will not save your progress and data will be lost.Posting SummaryLogo For Posting Posting Number RTF00039PO25 USC Market Title Assistant Scientist Link to USC Market Title https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / titles / 156373 Business Title (Internal Title) Assistant Scientist Campus Columbia Work County Richland College / Division College of Engineering and Computing Department CEC Mechanical Engineering Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy Part / Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 40 Work ScheduleGenerally Monday - Friday 8 : 30 am - 5 : 00 pm. Schedule may vary to meet the needs of the departmentMust be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other ProfessionalAbout USCAbout University of South CarolinaFrom 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.Inclusive Excellence StatementAt 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 BelowThe 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 "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https : / / 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 YesPosition DescriptionAdvertised Job SummaryUnder limited supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), this individual will conduct research on a DARPA funded project to extract material properties from the inverse analysis of data-rich experiments.Job Related Minimum Required Education and ExperienceRequires a terminal degree (PhD or similar) in an area of research specialty and one year of post-graduate job-related experience.Required Certification, Licensure / Other Credentials Preferred QualificationsPhD degree in mechanical engineering (or a closely related engineering field with a focus on computational mechanics, optimization, and plasticity) and a publication record on the topic of metal plasticity or solution of inverse problems, plus one-year of post-graduate experience.Knowledge / Skills / AbilitiesExpertise in computational mechanics, optimization, and plasticity, which could have been gained during the normal course of a doctoral degree program. Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations.Job DutiesJob DutyContribute to computational efforts in Gross Materials Lab research by conducting automated finite element modeling and optimization methods to solve inverse problemsEssential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job DutyContribute to efforts in the Gross Materials Lab to integrate experimental observations and simulation data by conducting data fusion and uncertainty quantification.Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job DutyMaintain accurate and detailed data records, prepare research progress reports, deliverables to the project sponsor, and share findings via meetings and publicationsEssential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job DutyProvide supervision to graduate and undergraduate students and coordinate efforts with other researchers in the laboratory.Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job DutyAssist the PI in the preparation of proposals for federally funded programs.Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10Position AttributesHazardous weather category 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. NoPosting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 04 / 01 / 2025 Position End Date Job Open Date 02 / 18 / 2025 Job Close Date 04 / 04 / 2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to ApplicantApplicants should be prepared to upload :

• Cover letter
• Resume / CV
• List of references and their contact informationPositions 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 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.We are only accepting applications submitted by April 4, 2025.Quicklink for Posting https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 183572 EEO StatementThe 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.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (
• Do you have at least a terminal degree (PhD or similar) in an area of research specialty and 1 year of post-graduate job-related experience?
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