Post Doctoral Fellow

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	RTF00078PO24
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	Arnold School of Public Health
Department	ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders
Advertised Salary Range	Commensurate with experience
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Schedule must remain flexible to meet the needs of the Department.
Type of Staff Position	Staff Time-Limited (STL)
Basis	12 months
Job Search Category	Other Professional

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About University of South Carolina

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.

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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.

Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below

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 About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at 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.

South Carolina Retirement	Yes
State Insurance Programs	Yes
Annual Leave	Yes
Sick Leave	Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	The LivJoy Postdoctoral Fellow will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research, collaborate with leading experts in the field, and participate in mentored research training in scientific writing, lab management and leadership, clinical phenotyping, and research methodology. The fellow will work with faculty principal investigator Dr. Jessica Klusek (Communication Sciences and Disorders), along with co-faculty mentor Dr. Jane Roberts (Psychology), and their respective teams at the University of South Carolina. The fellow must have an invested interest in Fragile X syndrome and contribute to scientific presentations and papers relevant to females with Fragile X syndrome during the fellowship.
Required Education and Experience	A PhD (e.g., communication sciences and disorders, psychology, social work, neuroscience, health and human development, education, genetics) completed by the start of the position.
Preferred Qualifications	- Strong background in Fragile X syndrome and/or related neurodevelopmental conditions - Track record of productivity, including peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders - Commitment to advancing understanding and improving outcomes for females with Fragile X syndrome
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders

Job Duties

Job Duty	Administer clinical assessments in a standardized manner to individuals with Fragile X syndrome and their families. Assist with recruitment when needed. Conduct pre- and post-assessment duties including scheduling, preparing measures to be administered, mailing information to families, and processing completed data. Score and summarize assessment data through feedback reports.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	45%

Job Duty	Assisting with/leading data analysis, writing articles, developing grant applications, and conducting presentations at academic conferences.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	35%

Job Duty	Providing leadership and contributing to the development, training, scoring, and reliable implementation of core measures of research protocols for ongoing studies, including various behavioral, cognitive, genetic, motor, and physiological evaluations. Provide expertise in data management practices and train others to comply with both lab and IRB standards.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10%

Job Duty	Provide mentorship to graduate students and other lab members on research skills including data analysis, preparing research presentations, and scientific writing/publishing.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10%

Position Attributes

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

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	08/16/2024
Position End Date	08/15/2025
Job Open Date	03/15/2024
Job Close Date	04/29/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant	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.  We are only accepting applications submitted by April 29, 2024.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/165598
EEO Statement	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.