Research Associate
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
7164997
Agency
University of South Carolina
Opening Date
05/20/2026
Closing Date
7/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/7164997
Class Code:
UG83
Position Number:
7164997
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade
Unclassified
Opening Date
05/20/2026
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Research AssociateDepartment:CEC Mechanical Engineering
Part/Full Time:Full Time
Advertised Salary Range: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 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.
Advertised Job Summary
A research associate will investigate and develop autonomous systems, such as unmanned surface vessels. Design and develop sensors (camera and lidar), guidance, navigation, and control systems onboard unmanned surface vessels (USVs). Implement guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for autonomous vehicle operation in the littoral environment. Maintain and operate the USVs in littoral environments to acquire measurements required to meet research goals. Analyze data acquired using MATLAB or other programming languages. Documenting technical results and presenting the results in project meetings and conferences. Assistance in proposal preparations, journal article preparation, and supervising undergraduate and graduate students.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Comments
Job Close Date
07/16/2026
Special Instructions to ApplicantApplicants must provide a copy of their C.V and a list of at least 3 contacts/references
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 July 16, 2026.
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7164997EEO Statement
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Insurance Benefits
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Retirement Benefits
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Workplace Benefits
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Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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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