Faculty Fellow at University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina

Job Description:

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Posting Number:

FAC00118PO23

Advertised Title:

Faculty Fellow

Campus:

Columbia

College/Division:

College of Engineering and Computing

Department:

CEC Electrical Engineering

Advertised Salary Range:

$100K - $120K per year; Salary Commensurate with Qualifications

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Position Category:

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis :

12 months

Work County:

Richland

Tenure Information:

Faculty Fellow

Job Search Category:

Faculty

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.

Inclusive Excellence 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:

The Department of Electrical Engineering, in the College of Engineering and Computing, welcomes applications from candidates who contribute to increasing inclusivity in their fields, as historically underrepresented persons in higher education, and/or by pursing scholarship that contributes to understanding issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, past or present. The position Faculty Fellow falls under the University's Bridge to Faculty Program that enables Scholars to deepen their research expertise, expand their scholarly profiles, undertake academic work in the Electrical Engineering department, and strengthen the College's and University's research community through their diverse perspectives. The position duration is two (2) years with the intent of transitioning the candidate into a tenure-track Assistant Professor position at the end of the two-year period contingent to satisfactory performance. A team of mentors will guide the candidate once hired.
The Faculty Fellow will:
(1) Conduct literature reviews; perform analysis, design, simulations and/or experiments; gather data; analyze, summarize, and interpret data; prepare and submit manuscripts of journal and conference papers; develop ideas, preliminary results, and plan for research grant proposals;
(2) Present and discuss research trajectory, outcomes, directions, and plan; seek guidance on potential transition to tenure-track position; review research progress considering challenges (if any) and seek guidance;
(3) Present papers at conferences; participate in other professional growth-related meetings; learn about the department's teaching mission and interact with graduate students. Participate in Bridge to Faculty and other professional development activities and outreach; and
(4) Seek opportunities for collaboration within and outside disciplines and within the college and outside the college and university.

Required Education and Experience:

Terminal degree in preferred or related field prior to start.

Preferred Qualifications:

Must have PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.


Expertise in one or more of the following areas: power, energy, control systems, wireless communications, antennas, radio frequency systems, semiconductor materials and devices, safety-critical systems, artificial intelligence, quantum communications, renewable energy.

Desired Start Date:

01/02/2024

Job Open Date:

07/31/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

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:

1. 
   Your Legal Name
   


2. 
   Valid Email Address that you can access for at least six (6) months after the hire date
   


3. 
   Provide 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 provide/upload:

• Cover letter (describe interests in the position, specifically at USC, with relevant personal and professional background)


• CV (include name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address)


• Statements of research and teaching (if applicable) 3-page limit each, double-spaced


• If you have not yet defended your dissertation, include a letter from the dissertation supervisor confirming that the PhD will be completed by December 31, 2023


• Statement sharing how your experiences can help advance the University's goal of "cultivating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus (1-3 pages)
  
  
  • Varied socioeconomic and cultural experiences, teaching goals, and first-generation college graduate status should be highlighted in the statement.
  
  
  
  


• Valid names and contact information for reference providers

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/149800

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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