Posting Summary
Logo Posting Number RTF00122PO26 USC Market Title Post Doctoral Fellow Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156387 Business Title (Internal Title) Post Doctoral Fellow Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division College of Arts and Sciences Department CAS Mathematics Anticipated Hiring Range $45,000 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Part Time Hours per Week 28 Work Schedule
- Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Post-doctoral
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South Carolina Retirement No State Insurance Programs No Annual Leave No Sick Leave No
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
This is a Postdoctoral Associate position in the area of mathematical foundations of data science and machine learning in a boarder sense in the Department of Mathematics. The candidates are expected to contribute to synergistically bridging important theoretical developments in mathematics and vibrant emerging mathematical foundations in Data Science/Machine Learning.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
- Requires a Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in area of research specialty by the start date of employment.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- The candidates are expected to contribute to synergistically bridging important theoretical developments in mathematics and vibrant emerging mathematical foundations in Data Science/Machine Learning.
- Programming and computing capabilities in at least one programming language is required.
- Prior knowledge in parallel/GPU computing.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Doing research problems in the area of mathematical foundations of data science and machine learning. The postdoc will assist with ongoing research projects, ensuring the advancement of scientific knowledge. Additionally, they will actively participate in seminars, both as a learner and a presenter, to stay updated with the latest developments in their field and to share their findings.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty
Mentorship will be a key responsibility, as the postdoc will guide graduate students through their research endeavors, providing valuable insights and support. Furthermore, they will mentor undergraduate students participating in the summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program, helping to foster the next generation of researchers by offering guidance, feedback, and encouragement throughout their projects.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40 Job Duty
Organizing the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) summer school, supervising graduate students and undergraduate students, leading group discussions and research project during the 6-week summer program.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty
Attending bi-weekly team meetings and bi-weekly RTG seminars.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty
Supervising graduate and undergraduate students' research as needed.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty
Attending relevant conferences to make representations and reports the outcomeof the research as needed.
Essential Function No Percentage of Time 5 Job Duty
Any other related duties, as asked by PI or CoPIs.
Essential Function No Percentage of Time 5
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. No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 2 Desired Start Date 07/01/2026 Position End Date 06/30/2027 Job Open Date 06/02/2026 Job Close Date 06/12/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant
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 June 12, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/207140 EEO Statement
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