Research Assistant

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?

This position will require the candidate to work on battery-related modeling and analysis. This mainly refers on battery state estimation, experiments are not required.

40% - Essential - Battery state estimation algorithm development, which includes state of charge, state of power and state of health estimation algorithm development, integration, and simulation. Algorithms will be designed for the whole battery pack level. The candidate is expected to be able to develop the algorithms using Matlab m files.

30% - Essential - Software implementation: developed algorithms will be implemented on real world battery management systems. Expected battery management system integrated circuits will be Dana OPEN ECU or Texas Instrument products.

30% - Essential - Report writing: The candidate will need to write formal reports to summarize findings. Reports will also be communicated to groups in the way of seminar presentations.

Education - High School or Equivalent
Work Experience - 0+ years

Education - 1st Bachelor's Degree - Automotive or Electrical Engineering

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

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

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

Standard Hours: 20

Expected Pay Up To $21,000.00

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.

Normal Operations

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

Greenville, SC

September 11, 2025 at 11:59 PM (EST)

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.

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.