<p>Posting Summary</p> <p>Logo Posting Number FAC00253PO25 Advertised Title Engineering - Open Rank -Tenure Semi-Conductor Chips Campus Columbia College/Division College of Engineering and Computing Department CEC Electrical Engineering Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Richland Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured Job Search Category Faculty</p> <p>About USC</p> <p>About University of South Carolina</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Veterans' Preference Statement</p> <p>The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.</p> <p>Benefits for FTE Positions</p> <p>The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.</p> <p>Position Description</p> <p>Advertised Job Summary</p> <p>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. 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 2026.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>We seek candidates with expertise and/or established track records who will build and sustain strong independent research programs that are closely aligned with major research initiatives in the EE department, e.g., the USC Research Institute for Extreme Semiconductor Chips. Examples of research areas include, but are not limited to, Extra-wide bandgap material epitaxy using metalorganic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD), power electronic and optoelectronic devices design, processing, characterization and monolithic integration.</p> <p>Review of applications will begin in January 2026 and continue until positions are filled. The expected start date is August 16, 2026. Interested applicants must apply via USC Jobs https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/197841 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. 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.</p> <p>Required Education and Experience</p> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>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. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>We seek candidates with expertise and/or established track records who will build and sustain strong independent research programs that are closely aligned with major research initiatives in the EE department, e.g., the USC Research Institute for Extreme Semiconductor Chips. Examples of research areas include, but are not limited to, Extra-wide bandgap material epitaxy using metalorganic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD), power electronic and optoelectronic devices design, processing, characterization and monolithic integration. </li></ul> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Desired Start Date 08/16/2026 Job Open Date 11/13/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant</p> <p>Interested applicants must apply via USC Jobshttps://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/197841 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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/197841 EEO Statement</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Supplemental Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Curriculum Vitae </li><li>List of References and Contact Information </li><li>Teaching Statement </li><li>Research Statement </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p>