Posting Number
TMP02167PO20
Classification Title
Post Doctoral Fellow
Advertised Title
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Campus
Columbia
College/Division
College of Engineering and Computing
Department
CEC Chemical Engineering
Salary
$47,500
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Work Schedule
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Job Search Category
Post-doctoral
About University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina System is comprised of the state’s flagship university in Columbia (founded in 1801 and currently one of the top 50 “Best Colleges” according to U.S. News and World Report), three regional comprehensive universities ( USC Aiken, USC Beaufort and USC Upstate), and Palmetto College consisting of four two-year campuses ( USC Lancaster, USC Salkehatchie, USC Sumter, USC Union and Fort Jackson/Extended University). Together, the USC System institutions offer more than 450 degree programs on campus and online and are uniquely positioned to meet the state’s educational, cultural, health and research needs. The System employs nearly 14,000 people who work daily to improve the lives of students, fellow South Carolinians and the world. Our diverse engaged faculty and staff enjoy a dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment.
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.
Advertised Job Summary
A Post-Doctoral fellow in Chemical Engineering will provide expertise in computational chemistry, molecular modeling, and micro-kinetic modeling of organic and metallic systems. Under the supervision of the principal investigator, this individual will develop multi-scale models to describe the structure-performance relationship of supported metal clusters and nano-particles, develop machine learning tools for heterogeneous catalysis applications, and assist in the writing of proposals in this area.
Qualifications
The candidate must have demonstrated completion of all requirements for the PhD in Chemical Engineering, closely related science or engineering discipline and be awaiting official awarding of the degree by the start date of the position.
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
01/04/2021
Proposed End Date
Job Open Date
09/09/2020
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
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/87065
EEO Statement
Position Attributes
Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL
No
Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents
Curriculum Vitae