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Research Associate
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- Full-time
- Engineering
- System design
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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- Computer Science
- Doctor of Philosophy
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- Math
- University
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- Health insurance
- Life insurance
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MUSC —Charleston, SC
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Ability to climb stairs
- University

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Research Associate

University of South Carolina -
Richland, SC

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Job Details

Full-time
$52,526 - $75,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Project reporting
Student supervision
MATLAB
Software engineering
Content creation for technical audiences
Machine vision systems
Research proposal writing
System troubleshooting
Conference papers
Technical documentation
Working with graduate students
Engineering
Presentations for conferences or internal meetings
System design
Mid-level
Control system design
Scientific research papers
3 years
Algorithms
Environmental data interpretation
Working with undergraduate students
Environmental data analysis
Doctor of Philosophy
Computer vision research
Working with students
SDKs
Engineering research
LiDAR
Design engineering
Technical research projects

Full Job Description

Posting Number

RTF00109PO26

USC Market Title

Research Associate

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156386

Business Title (Internal Title)

Research Associate

Campus

Columbia

Work County

Richland

College/Division

College of Engineering and Computing

Department

CEC Mechanical Engineering

Anticipated Hiring Range

$52,526 - $75,000

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Schedule may change to meet the needs of the college

Type of Staff Position

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Other Professional

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

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.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a master’s degree in area of research specialty.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or related field, OR a Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field of study with more than 3 years of experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

MATLAB and Python programming.
C++, Hardware, and software experience in developing autonomous systems.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Design and develop autonomous systems for unmanned surface vessels. This includes perception systems (camera, Lidar, radar, and INS) and guidance, navigation, and control systems, implemented using ROS or directly in Python, MATLAB, or C++. A reliable collection of testing data is required from the autonomous system. Perform simulation of autonomous surface vessels in the maritime environment

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Process and analyze collected data and sensor readings from the littoral environment using MATLAB or other computer languages. Identify and develop computer vision methods or other relevant approaches to process environmental data for situational awareness, such as ocean currents, wave states, and other variables. Identify and develop algorithms to analyze the data for autonomous vehicle navigation and control.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Create technical documentation of project results. Contribute to the monthly report required by the project sponsor. Prepare slides, videos, and demos for the quarterly project reviews. Present the research outcomes in internal meetings and conferences and to sponsors.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Oversee students in using the sensor system and simulation of the autonomous systems. Guide students in troubleshooting the sensors and program (e.g., SDK) and simulation. Assist in instructing the students in autonomous surface vessel deployment and data acquisition in the littoral environment.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

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.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

08/16/2026

Position End Date

08/15/2027

Job Open Date

05/18/2026

Job Close Date

07/16/2026

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicant

Applicants 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.

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/206508

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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