<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 RTF00079PO25 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 Psychology Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy 1 Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 40 Work Schedule</p> <p>Standard working schedule: 8:30am - 5:00PM</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>Join the YESS Lab Adventure!</p> <p>Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of school behavioral health research? Under the expert guidance of Dr. Samuel McQuillin, the Youth Empowerment in Schools and Systems (YESS) Lab is on a mission to make schools healthier and happier.</p> <p>What's in it for you? As a fellow, you'll get to:</p> <ul> <li>Crack the code of complex data and uncover secrets that can change lives. </li><li>Bring research to life in schools and communities, making a real-world impact. </li><li>Share your discoveries with the world through publications and presentations. </li><li>Master the art of team science, collaborating with brilliant minds across the University of South Carolina. </li></ul> <p>The YESS Lab, nestled in the Department of Psychology, partners with the School Behavioral Health Team led by Dr. Mark Weist. This is your chance to work with top-notch experts and push the boundaries of what's possible in behavioral health.</p> <p>Ready to embark on this journey? Join us and be part of a team that's shaping the future of school behavioral health. Let's make a difference together!</p> <p>Apply now and let the adventure begin!</p> <p>Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience</p> <p>Requires a Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in area of research specialty.</p> <p>Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities</p> <p>Experience with school-based intervention research; excellent scientific writing skills as evidenced by publications, grant applications, application materials, dissertation, or writing samples; experience implementing empirically supported treatments in school settings; and strong verbal communication skills.</p> <p>Job Duties</p> <p>Job Duty</p> <p>Design and test novel models of task-shifting mental and behavioral health services for children to lay or paraprofessional helpers.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty</p> <p>Produce scholarship related to relationship-based interventions, like youth mentoring.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty</p> <p>Perform qualitative research related to the experiences of youth and families who are served in by school behavioral health programming and Conduct quantitative research related to randomized controlled evaluations of school-based interventions.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty</p> <p>Coordinate the management of YESS Lab partnerships among school districts and key informants in the field.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty</p> <p>Develop intervention and assessment protocols for randomized controlled trials.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty</p> <p>Does the preparation and submission of externally funded research grants through agencies including the Institute for Educational Sciences, the National Institute of Health, the Patient Centered Outcome Research Institute, and others.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty</p> <p>Collaborate with and mentor doctoral-level graduate students.</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 08/16/2025 Position End Date 08/15/2026 Job Open Date 04/04/2025 Job Close Date 08/16/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant</p> <p>This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are all being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply</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 August 16, 2025.</p> <p>Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/185439 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 the area of research specialty? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>Do you have strong verbal communication skills? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>Do you have experience with school-based intervention research? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>Describe your experience with implementing empirically supported treatments in school settings. </li></ul> </li></ul> <p>(Open Ended Question)</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>Do you have excellent scientific writing skills as evidenced by publications, grant applications, application materials, dissertation, or writing samples? </li></ul> </li><li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Curriculum Vitae </li><li>Writing Sample(s)/Sample Publications </li><li>List of References and Contact Information </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Letter of Recommendation 1 </li><li>Letter of Recommendation 2 </li><li>Letter of Recommendation 3 </li></ul>