Does University of South Carolina sponsor H-1B visas?

University of South Carolina has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Assistant Scientist role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Assistant Scientist role at University of South Carolina based?

This role is based in Columbia, SC.

What degree is required for the Assistant Scientist role at University of South Carolina?

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Assistant Scientist

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electrochemical data collection and analysis, battery cell testing.

University of South Carolina · Columbia, SC1w ago

Create battery materials, test battery cells, and write reports and proposals in a university research group.

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Might not be for you. Mixes bench research with proposal writing and budget management, with no salary or qualifications listed

Mostly at the benchGeneralist PhD-friendlyPostdoc bridge Publishes regularly

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Adjacent materials roleAssistant Scientist "creating battery materials, testing battery cells" with electrochemical data collection and analysis, in chemical engineering

H-1B filings

University of South Carolina filed 13 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Postdoctoral Fellow, Postdoctoral Fellow/Department of Mechanical Engineering, Assistant Professor/Analytical and Environmental Chemistry. Median filed pay: $63K a year.

Universities are exempt from the H-1B cap, so roles here skip the lottery.

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Seniority: Mid-level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Industry: Energy
Role: Academic / Postdoc

Materials

battery materials30 roles

Techniques

electrochemical data collection and analysisbattery cell testing2 roles

Benefits

equity/stock

Role details

Department

CEC Electrical Engineering

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Advertised Salary Range

About UofSC

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.

Advertised Job Summary

The Assistant Scientist in the Department of Chemical Engineering will be creating battery materials, testing battery cells, writing reports, writing proposals and managing project resources/budgeting.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Communicate clearly and effectively in English.
Electrochemical data collection and analysis.
Proposal writing.
Publication writing
Budgeting.

Job Close Date

10/12/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Applicants must upload a copy of their C.V/resume' and provide detailed work history in the employment history section of the application. 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 October 12, 2026.

To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/214102 *EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.* Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.

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