<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 RTF00066PO26 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 $62,232 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule</p> <ul> <li>Standard schedule is Monday - 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 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>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 postdoctoral fellow will, in collaboration with the principal investigator, devote their time to providing leadership in research on NIH-funded studies focused on the early detection of autism and autonomic dysfunction in high-risk infants and children using multiple behavioral and physiological developmental indicators. This individual will assist with recruiting participants, organizing and providing training, conducting assessments, writing manuscripts, and grant applications, conducting relevant literature reviews, and making professional presentations. This position is established in support of expanded activities and projects.</p> <p>Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience</p> <p>Requires a Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in area of research specialty prior to the start date</p> <p>Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Doctoral degree prior to the start date in school, clinical, or experimental psychology or a related discipline, as well as advanced clinical and research training. </li><li>In-depth training in developmental assessment with infants and/or young children and their families is required and autism diagnostics is preferred. </li><li>Reliability on the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule </li></ul> <p>Knowledge/Skills/Abilities</p> <ul> <li>In-depth training in assessment with infants and young children with neurodevelopmental disorders; experience with statistical modeling; </li><li>Experience in scientific manuscript and grant writing; excellent written and spoken communication skills. </li></ul> <p>Job Duties</p> <p>Job Duty</p> <p>Administer developmental and behavioral assessments to infants and young children with neurodevelopmental disorders and neurotypical controls to support NIH-funded research on early detection of autism and autonomic dysfunction. This work is conducted to generate high-quality, standardized data that advances understanding of early developmental indicators and informs research outcomes. The postdoctoral fellow fulfills this responsibility by implementing assessments in accordance with established protocols within the Neurodevelopmental Disorders Lab, traveling across South Carolina and the United States to reach diverse participant populations, and supporting participant recruitment efforts as needed to ensure adequate and representative study enrollment.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40 Job Duty</p> <p>Provide leadership in training and mentorship within the Neurodevelopmental Disorders Lab to ensure high-quality research implementation and professional development of team members. This work is done to maintain standardized, ethical, and rigorous research practices while fostering the growth of trainees and staff. The postdoctoral fellow accomplishes this by training team members to administer behavioral, cognitive, and physiological assessments, guiding proper data management procedures aligned with lab protocols and IRB standards, and mentoring graduate students and lab personnel in scientific writing, publication processes, and the dissemination of research findings.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25 Job Duty</p> <p>Contribute to the dissemination and advancement of research conducted in the Neurodevelopmental Disorders Lab through data analysis, scholarly writing, and professional presentations. This work is done to support the development of evidence-based knowledge, secure research funding, and share findings with the scientific community. The postdoctoral fellow carries out these responsibilities by assisting with statistical analyses, co-authoring manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications, developing grant applications, and preparing and delivering presentations at academic conferences based on ongoing lab activities.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty</p> <p>Conduct pre- and post-assessment activities to support the efficient implementation of research protocols within the Neurodevelopmental Disorders Lab. This work is done to ensure accurate data collection, timely processing, and clear communication of findings to support ongoing NIH-funded research. The postdoctoral fellow carries out these responsibilities by coordinating and scheduling participant assessments, organizing and processing collected data, and summarizing results into concise feedback reports in accordance with standardized lab procedures.</p> <p>Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty</p> <p>Follow and ensure compliance with federal, state, and university policies and procedures. Other duties as required.</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 05/01/2026 Position End Date 04/30/2026 Job Open Date 04/03/2026 Job Close Date 05/18/2026 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 18, 2026</p> <p>Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204318 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 or will you have at least a Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in area of research specialty prior to the start date? </li></ul> </li><li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li><li>List of References and Contact Information </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li><li>Letter of Recommendation 1 </li><li>Letter of Recommendation 2 </li><li>Letter of Recommendation 3 </li><li>Other Supporting Documents </li></ul>