Research Scientist (North Charleston, SC)

Research Scientist (North Charleston, SC)


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WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY:

Designing, developing, and implementing advanced control systems for power converters across unit-level and system-level architectures. Leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques to enhance the performance, efficiency, and scalability of converter control systems used in applications such as renewable energy systems, smart grids, electric vehicles, and industrial automation. Work closely with faculty, students, visiting scientists and industry partners engaged with Clemson's MV test facility.

JOB DUTIES:

50% - Essential - Develop AI-enhanced control strategies for power converters, focusing on unit-level control optimization and system-level integration. Design algorithms using AI/ML methods (such as neural networks, reinforcement learning, etc.) to improve converter performance, efficiency, fault tolerance, and grid interaction.

30% - Essential - Stay current with the latest trends in AI, ML, and power electronics, and apply emerging techniques to improve control systems. Seek competitive grant funding to expand the capabilities of the eGRID facility and actively pursue publications in peer-reviewed journals.

20% - Essential - Provide oversight, guidance and mentoring to student interns and/or graduate students. Ensure industry confidentiality, security of equipment and data. Build strong relationships with industry to further research and educational collaboration. Ensure all federal and state safety and environmental regulations and guidelines are followed at all times.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Doctoral Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Control Systems, or a related field.

Experience - 2+ years directly related to power converter design, control theory, and system-level integration. Proficiency in AI/ML algorithms, particularly as applied to control systems and optimization.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Experience - 1+ years modeling converters, T&D systems, P-HIL emulations. Hands-on experience with real-time control systems, DSPs, and FPGAs for converter implementation is preferred.

Certification: EIT (Engineer in Training License/Certification)

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Stand for prolonged period
Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Move, transport, raise or lower
Extends hands or arms in any direction
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to heat or cold
Wet or humid
Noise
Mechanical hazards
Electrical hazards

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hrs: 37.5

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Band: 00 ($83,200.00 - $125,000.00)




Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

North Charleston, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

March 17, 2025

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status or genetic information.

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