Assistant Scientist

Assistant Scientist

Department: CEC Mechanical Engineering
Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: Salary commensurate with qualifications

About UofSC
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Advertised Job Summary
The Assistant Scientist will conduct research on a Department of Energy (DOE) funded project to support the development of molten salt thermodynamic database; manage and perform work on nuclear fuel-related research grants that include experimental measurements and thermochemical modeling.
Required Education and Experience

Preferred Qualifications
PhD in chemistry, physics, materials science, or engineering
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Expertise in chemical thermodynamic calculations and experimental measurement of thermal properties; ability to perform thermochemical modeling and system assessment; Ability to perform or learn to perform thermal measurements such as differential scanning calorimetry; Ability to perform or learn to perform materials characterization such as metallography, electron microscopy, and x-ray diffraction; Ability to write technical/scientific papers and reports in English; Ability to make technical presentation in English.
Job Close Date
08/25/2025

Special Instructions to Applicant
If required, applicants should be prepared to upload:

• Cover letter
• Resume and/or CV
• List of references and their contact information

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 August 25, 2025

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