Open Rank Semiconductor Eng.

Open Rank Semiconductor Eng.

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

9852311

Agency

University of South Carolina

Opening Date

09/28/2026

Closing Date

11/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/9852311

Class Code:

UG74

Position Number:

9852311

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

Unclassified

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

Open Rank Semiconductor Eng. Department: CEC Electrical Engineering Part/Full Time: Full Time Advertised Salary Range: To commensurate with qualifications About UofSC 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 bachelors 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. Advertised Job Summary The Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing at the University of South Carolina is in the process of expanding its tenured and tenure-track ranks significantly in the next several years. This position will be located in Columbia S.C at the USC Columbia campus. As part of this growth, the Department of Electrical Engineering is looking for dynamic tenure-track or tenured faculty member in the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to begin in Fall 2027. Applicants for the Assistant Professor rank must possess a PhD degree in electrical engineering or a related field, plus demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and research. Applicants for the rank of Associate Professor must also have years of relevant academic experience commensurate with academic policy, plus a strong, sustained record of excellence in teaching and research, including competitive funding and interdisciplinary collaborations. We seek candidates with expertise and/or established track records who will build and sustain strong independent research programs in the field of wide bandgap semiconductor materials and devices with applications in power electronics, microwave electronics, optoelectronics and sensors. This position will be posted for a minimum of 45 days and remain posted until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2027. Interested applicants should apply online at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213612 with the following information: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching statement, (4) research statement, and (5) names & contact information of at least three (3) references. Final candidates will be required to provide at minimum three (3) reference letters uploaded to via USC Jobs. This position is open until filled. 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.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Required Education and Experience Applicants for the Assistant Professor rank should possess a PhD degree in electrical engineering or a related field, plus demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and research. Applicants for the rank of Associate Professor should also have a PhD degree in electrical engineering or a related field plus years of relevant academic experience commensurate with academic policy, plus a strong, sustained record of excellence in teaching and research, including competitive funding and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications We seek candidates with expertise and/or established track records who will build and sustain strong independent research program in the field of wide bandgap semiconductor materials and devices with potential for alignment with other existing research initiatives within the electrical engineering department, e.g., power electronics, microwave systems, and wireless communications

Additional Comments

Job Close Date Special Instructions to Applicant Interested applicants should apply online at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213612 with the following information: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching statement, (4) research statement, and (5) names & contact information of at least three (3) references. Final candidates will be required to provide at minimum three (3) reference letters uploaded to via USC Jobs. This position is open until filled. 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 Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) 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. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: - Health and Life Insurance - Retirement Programs - Paid Tuition - Dependent Scholarships - Annual Leave - Sick Leave - 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) - Paid Parental Leave - Professional Development Opportunities Clickhttps://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsc.edu%2Fabout%2Foffices_and_divisions%2Fhuman_resources%2Fcareers%2Findex.php&data=05%7C02%7CCORNELIM%40mailbox.sc.edu%7Cf852bcc5b365468ae90208dea9f8b354%7C4b2a4b19d135420e8bb2b1cd238998cc%7C0%7C0%7C639135082793327465%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FZTRlb2X58uoYCovHxbUZIvTDmCUO6RxuRHZo6lqnxQ%3D&reserved=0 to learn more about why you should work at USC. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9852311 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. je-e9a4108f99f947e2bd2346c41babdb2f

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Employer State of South Carolina

Agency University of South Carolina Address Division of Human Resources

Columbia, South Carolina, 29208

Phone 803-777-3821

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