Research Associate Professor

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: 15 days ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 15 Apr 2025

Posting Summary


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Posting Number RTF00049PO25
USC Market Title Research Associate Professor
Link to USC Market Title
Business Title Research Associate Professor
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division College of Engineering and Computing
Department CEC Electrical Engineering
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 40
Type of Faculty Position Faculty Research Grant (FRGP)
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Faculty


About USC


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.


Benefits for 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 "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 Yes


Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
Manage the growth, processing and test infrastructure in PML and the Extreme Chip Research Institute. Conduct the research work plan in the grants currently in place. Assist with the training and supervision of graduate student Research. Assist with the writing and submission of grants to Federal Agencies and commercial semiconductor companie
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Phd in Electrical Engineering or a related field with established experience in related research
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in Electrical Engineering with experience working with MOCVD wafer growth, processing, packaging, and testing of electrical and optical devices
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Strong leadership skills with experience in organizing and facilitating meetings for staff and other audiences. Ability to communicate effectively with different audiences. Knowledge in research development, testing, and training. Effective writing and listening skills.


Job Duties


Job Duty
Perform on the grants currently underway. This will include designing epilayer structures for the devices being developed under the Extreme Chip grants. Responsibilities will also include working with MOCVD systems to grow these structures and characterize them using X-ray, SEM, AFM, and hall measurements. Responsibilities will also include designing the devices and the mask sets for their fabrication. This will be followed by processing the micro-devices using photolithography, reactive ion etching, e-beam metallization, and finally, the flip-chip device packaging.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 35
Job Duty
Oversee student research work and thesis preparation. This includes training the students in the use of growth, processing, packaging, and test equipment. The duties will include assisting students with their data gathering and data management, and preparation of the research papers to be presented at conferences and for publication in journals. The Research Associate professor will also help students in preparing for their thesis proposals and formulating strategies for their research.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 35
Job Duty
Write proposals, and represent Prof. Khan’s research group at conferences. The proposal writing will involve generating new ideas for research, and developing a work plan based on addressing the research proposal calls from various DOD agencies and the National Science Foundation. Develop and submit proposals that can lead to new and independent research directions. Attend conferences where the Extreme Chip group is presenting their research work. It will also involve assisting and teaching students how to prepare conference and journal papers.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30


Position Attributes


Hazardous weather category Non-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. No


Posting Detail Information


Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Job Open Date 03/04/2025
Job Close Date 04/15/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
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 April 15, 2025. 
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/184083
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