<p>To navigate through this form, please use the "Prev" and "Save & Continue" buttons at the top of the page. Do not use your browser's "Back" button as it will not save your progress and data will be lost.</p> <p>Posting Summary</p> <p>Logo For Posting Posting Number RTF00143PO25 USC Market Title Post Doctoral Fellow Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156385 Business Title (Internal Title) Post Doctoral Fellow Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division College of Arts and Sciences Department CAS Philosophy Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications - $50,000 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule</p> <p>Monday through Friday 8:30AM until 4:00PM.</p> <p>Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.</p> <p>Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Post-doctoral</p> <p>About USC</p> <p>About University of South Carolina</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Inclusive Excellence Statement</p> <p>At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.</p> <p>Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below</p> <p>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.</p> <p>South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes</p> <p>Position Description</p> <p>Advertised Job Summary</p> <p>The post-doctoral fellow will first work to serve environmental justice communities by transitioning the work of REACT4 to USC, which means transitioning REACT4's information, files, databases and client intake system into a form that can be housed and employed at USC. The post-doctoral fellow, secondly, will draw on the experiences of serving environmental justice communities to produce published research in environmental ethics.</p> <p>Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience</p> <ul> <li>Requires a Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in area of research specialty. </li></ul> <p>Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials</p> <p>N/A</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>PhD in Philosophy. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Track record of research and publication in environmental ethics; track record of research collaboration in environmental justice research. </li><li>Knowledge of the University of South Carolina and it's efforts to promote environmental justice through the Thriving Communities Technical Assistance Center </li></ul> <p>Job Duties</p> <p>Job Duty</p> <p>Produce published academic research on environmental justice, drawing on the practical experience of community engagement work at USC. The purpose of this work is to enhance applied scholarship in environmental ethics, which aligns with the grant's objectives.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 50 Job Duty</p> <p>Transition the systems and work of REACT4 (data, files, webpage, and listserv) into USC's controlled servers and community engagement operations. This includes preserving email lists and client records from CMS. The purpose is to ensure that REACT4's work continues beyond the life of the grant.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty</p> <p>Produce minor pieces of research that provide internal ethical guidance for community engagement practices at USC. Examples include conflict-of-interest policies or policies for promoting community autonomy. The purpose is to develop and implement ethically informed internal policies.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20</p> <p>Position Attributes</p> <p>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</p> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/16/2025 Position End Date 08/15/2026 Job Open Date 07/07/2025 Job Close Date 08/21/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant</p> <p>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.</p> <p>We are only accepting applications submitted by August1 21, 2025.</p> <p>Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/190291 EEO Statement</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Supplemental Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Do you have at least a Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in area of research specialty? </li></ul> </li><li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Curriculum Vitae </li><li>List of References and Contact Information </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Resume </li></ul>