Research Program Coordinator

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina seeks a Research Program Coordinator to support language research in chronic post-stroke aphasia. You will work closely with the faculty PI, coordinate day-to-day lab operations, mentor students, and manage recruitment and assessments.

You will perform assessments, analyze data, present results, and contribute to writing manuscripts, while ensuring compliance and smooth lab functioning.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders or related field.
• Strong background in language or neuroscience research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the lab.
• Mentor and train doctoral, master's and undergraduate students.
• Recruit participants and schedule assessments.
• Perform assessments and analyze data.
• Present results and contribute to manuscripts.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders or related field

Job description

Department:

ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

About UofSC

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.

Advertised Job Summary

The Research Program Coordinator will work closely with the faculty principal investigator, William Matchin, to support and coordinate research on language abilities in people with chronic post-stroke aphasia. This role will help oversee day-to-day operations of the lab, including mentorship and training of research personnel, including doctoral, master's and undergraduate students, recruitment of participants, scheduling of assessments, performing assessments, analyzing data, presenting results and writing research manuscripts.

Required Education and Experience

• Individuals with Master's or PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders or related field; linguistics or neuroscience research experience, publication history, background with statistical analysis and experimental design is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communications skills and to be able to work without supervision.

Job Close Date

11/28/2026

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