Job Description

Posting Number

RTF00181PO25

USC Market Title

Post Doctoral Fellow

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156385

Business Title (Internal Title)

Post Doctoral Scholar (2 Positions Available)

Campus

Columbia

Work County

Richland

College/Division

College of Education

Department

CED Child Development Research Center

Advertised Salary Range

Salary commensurate with qualifications -$70,000

Location of Vacancy

Columbia, SC

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

Standard working schedule: 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

Other Professional


About USC

About University of South Carolina

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.


Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

South Carolina Retirement

Yes

State Insurance Programs

Yes

Annual Leave

Yes

Sick Leave

Yes


Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The postdoctoral scholar will engage in rural research related to STEM education and workforce development with a focus on using current measurement science/psychometric techniques. Additional and more specific responsibilities include leading, assisting with, and/or managing graduate students and research staff in designing measures and databases; collecting and managing data; completing psychometric analyses; publishing scholarly articles; preparing and delivering research presentations; identifying and assisting with and/or leading writing of proposals for procuring externally funded grants; pursuing training and use of state-of-the art measurement techniques; producing reports related to the scope of work for rural STEM education research projects at the Child Development Research Center and with collaborating partners; and engaging in teaching, training, and other activities to support career development.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in area of research specialty.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in:
Developmental science and/or education

Engaging in research and a strong track record of publication

Statistical background to at least the intermediate level of multiple regression

Computer literacy with knowledge of at least one statistical software package (e.g., R, Mplus, Stata, SAS)

Working collaboratively and effectively with colleagues and/or external stakeholders.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Intermediate knowledge in development, measurement, and statistics. Demonstrated expertise in the knowledge of best practice, evaluation, assessment, research methods, and/or statistical analyses related to rural research. Competent in planning, undertaking, and summarizing the results of statistical analyses.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Devises and executes plans for analyzing data for research studies

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

30

Job Duty

Devises and executes plans for analyzing data for research studies

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

20

Job Duty

Complete analyses, assist with, and/or lead the preparation of manuscripts for publication.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

20

Job Duty

Lead, supervise, manage, and/or provide guidance on designing analyses and research plans for grant proposals.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

10

Job Duty

Prepare and teach courses in the Educational Psychology and Research Program.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

10

Job Duty

Attend training workshops and present at national conferences.

Essential Function

Percentage of Time

10


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

09/01/2025

Position End Date

Job Open Date

08/18/2025

Job Close Date

09/30/2025

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 September 30, 2025.

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193451

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.