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Post-Doctoral Fellow
Job Description
Posting Number
STA01063PO22
Classification Title
Post Doctoral Fellow
Internal Title
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Campus
Columbia
Work County
Richland
College/Division
College of Engineering and Computing
Department
CEC Mechanical Engineering
Band
Unclassified
Advertised Minimum Salary
Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Advertised Salary Range
Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Work Schedule
The standard hours the employee is expected to work is 37.5 hours per week.
The employee must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
The employee must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position
Research Grant (RGP)
Basis
12 months
Job Search Category
Post-doctoral
About UofSC
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.
Diversity 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 FTE, 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.
Benefit Eligibility Type
Research Grant (RGP)
South Carolina Retirement
No
State Insurance Programs
Yes
Annual Leave
Yes
Sick Leave
Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Department of Mechanical Engineering within the College of Engineering and Computing seeks to fill Post-Doctoral Fellow position. This position will provide performance of modeling calculations for materials systems of interest for high temperature materials including, but not limited to nuclear fuels and wastes, to develop thermochemical representations. Additionally, the research will be supported by experimental efforts on thermochemical and thermophysical measurements, such as TGA/DSC, XRD, and microanalysis and the ability to learn and use these instruments is desirable.
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)
PhD by start date of employment, ABD may apply, in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or closely related science or engineering discipline related to thermodynamic experiment and modeling.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise with performing thermochemical assessments and thermal property measurements.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Expertise in determining thermochemical properties of materials using experiments and CALPHAD modeling. Familiarity thermochemical equilibrium software.
Position Attributes
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.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
09/01/2022
If Research Grant/Time Limited, give end date
08/31/2023
Job Open Date
07/19/2022
Job Close Date
09/02/2022
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:
Make certain to provide the following information on the application:
- Your Legal Name
- 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
- Names and contact information for at least 2 reference providers
- Make certain to accurately enter your reference providers’ contact information, as they will receive an email notification to request them to upload recommendation letters directly onto your application.
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 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 9/2/2022.
We are only accepting applications submitted by 9/2/2022.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/125088
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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