<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 RTF00060PO26 USC Market Title Research Assistant Professor Link to USC Market Title Business Title Research Assistant Professor Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division School of Medicine Columbia Department SOMC Pharmacology, Physiology, and Neuroscience Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Type of Faculty Position Faculty Research Grant (FRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Faculty</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>The Department of Pharmacology, Physiology & Neuroscience at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine seeks an outstanding candidate for a Research Assistant Professor position to work on brain health and neuroscience-related research projects. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to join a highly successful, collegial, and collaborative neuroscience-focused department at a Carnegie R1 research university, and preferred candidates are expected to complement department research initiatives focused on neurobiological disorders across the lifespan. The position is intended to assist the department in leveraging the significant USC investment in the newly established Brain Health Center for delivering exceptional care through clinical innovation and research powered by the latest brain imaging technology, as well as plans for South Carolina's first comprehensive medical facility dedicated to the integrated care of patients with brain and nervous system illnesses. Preferred candidates will have at least 12 months of postdoctoral experience or the equivalent by the beginning date of employment and also show evidence of potential for scholarly productivity, potential for success in extramural research funding, potential for excellence in graduate and medical education, and translational research expertise in neuroimaging approaches and/or computational approaches. Applications should include a cover letter summarizing qualifications, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research plans and professional goals, and contact information for three references</p> <p>Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience</p> <ul> <li>PhD or equivalent terminal degree in psychology, neuroscience, or a similar biomedical science-related field from an accredited institution, and at least one year of postdoctoral experience by the beginning date of employment. </li><li>Preferred candidates demonstrate evidence of potential for scholarly productivity, potential for success in extramural research funding, potential for excellence in graduate and medical education, and research interests that enhance departmental programs targeting neurobiological disorders. </li></ul> <p>Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Research experience in using in vivo neuroimaging and machine learning techniques to examine changes in patterns of brain structure over the lifespan. </li><li>Experience in statistical and computational analysis of neuroimaging and biomarker data in human datasets is preferred. </li><li>Research interests that focus on individual variability and identifying biomarkers to foster collaborations with departmental focus on neurobiological disorders and brain health across the lifespan. </li><li>Preferred candidates demonstrate evidence of potential for scholarly productivity, potential for success in extramural research funding, potential for excellence in graduate and medical education, and research interests that enhance departmental programs targeting neurobiological disorders. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Ability to use in vivo neuroimaging and machine learning techniques to examine changes in patterns of brain structure over the lifespan. </li><li>Knowledge and skills in statistical and computational analysis of neuroimaging and biomarker data in human data. </li></ul> <p>Job Duties</p> <p>Job Duty</p> <p>In association with mentors and advisory team, conduct experiments and prepare data for submission of manuscripts for publication in scientific journals and for presentation at professional meetings. Develop new collaborations focused on translational studies of brain health and neurobiological disorders, including providing expertise in statistical and computational neuroscience approaches.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35 Job Duty</p> <p>Develop an independent research program in consultation with advisory team by presenting ideas, designing and performing experiments, and analyzing data. Accumulate preliminary data, prepare research grant funding proposals, and submit applications for intramural and extramural grant funding.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty</p> <p>Mentor students in a research laboratory setting and begin contributing to formal educational opportunities in the department focused on graduate and medical student programs.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty</p> <p>Develop laboratory management practices in compliance with regulatory requirements. Includes successfully submitting protocols for approved use of humans or animals in research as appropriate, maintaining compliance for laboratory safety and purchasing, and fiscal grant management.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty</p> <p>Work with mentoring team to identify opportunities for professional development in research, teaching and service. Develop interactions with professional societies, service with manuscript or grant reviews, and professional development in educational practices.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10</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>Desired Start Date 04/16/2026 Position End Date 04/15/2027 Job Open Date 03/30/2026 Job Close Date 05/14/2026 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 May 14, 2026.</p> <p>Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204046 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> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Curriculum Vitae </li></ul>