<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 Posting Number RTF00012PO26 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 Psychology Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with qualifications. Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule</p> <ul> <li>Standard schedule is Monday though Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with one hour for lunch. </li><li>Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. </li></ul> <p>Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional</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>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>Ensure timely, high-quality delivery of standardized behavioral/clinical assessments, thereby maximizing data integrity. Train and oversee research assistants in behavioral protocols, increasing throughput and consistency across participants. Foster higher participant retention and stronger family engagement (through the clinicians' interface with families), which is critical for longitudinal follow-up. Integrate clinical assessment findings with neurobiological and intervention data to deliver the multidisciplinary outcomes promised in the application. Enhance the publication and dissemination capacity of the project by including clinical/behavioral expertise among the authorship team.</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 Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Doctorate (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program. </li><li>Completion of an APA-accredited internship. </li><li>Licensed or license-eligible as Psychologist in the State of South Carolina. </li><li>At least one year of postdoctoral experience providing clinical and/or research-based psychological services. </li><li>Experience working in an academic or research environment. </li><li>Training in neuropsychological assessment or evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, ACT, mindfulness-based therapies.) </li><li>Experience with populations relevant to ongoing studies (e.g., neurological disorders, developmental disabilities, trauma, mood disorders.) </li><li>Strong background in research methods and data collection involving human human participants. </li><li>PhD in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent), with postdoctoral in autism research or developmental psychopathology, proficient in administering standardized assessments (for example - ADOS, ADI-R, Vineland, Behavior Assessment System for Children, etc.). </li><li>Experience in supervising research staff, working with families of children with ASD, and contributing to peer-reviewed publications. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Strong diagnostic and therapeutic skills grounded in current psychological science </li><li>Ability to administer and interpret standardized psychological and neuropsychological assessments. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clinical documentation and research collaboration. </li><li>Knowledge of ethical standards (APA, HIPAA, IRB compliance). </li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary clinical and research teams. </li><li>Competence with electronic health records and research data management systems. </li></ul> <p>Job Duties</p> <p>Job Duty</p> <p>Conduct psychological evaluations, therapy, and consultations. Maintain clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40 Job Duty</p> <p>Administer standardized assessments for research protocols. Collaborate with investigators on study design, data collection, and interpretation.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty</p> <p>Provide clinical supervision and mentoring to graduate students and trainees. Participate in seminars, training, and case conferences.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty</p> <p>Assist in developing new clinical and research initiatives aligned with institute goals. Engage in outreach and community partnerships to support participant recruitment.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty</p> <p>Attend staff meetings, complete compliance training, and pursue continuing education.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5</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 Position End Date Job Open Date 01/26/2026 Job Close Date 03/12/2026 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 March 12, 2026</p> <p>Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/201600 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>Cover Letter </li><li>Resume </li><li>List of References and Contact Information </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Other Supporting Documents </li></ul>