Research Specialist

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Research Specialist I position at the University of South Carolina is based in the Arnold School of Public Health, Department ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders in Columbia. The role supports NIH-funded research on early development in children with neurodevelopmental conditions, performing assessments and helping prepare family reports and outreach materials.

Travel across the Southeast is required, and candidates may pursue PhD programs while contributing to ongoing studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and strong organization, communication skills, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail are necessary for success in this position.
• Prior experience working with families and young children, and/or children with neurodevelopmental conditions is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with NIH-funded research by conducting assessments on early development in children with neurodevelopmental conditions using multiple developmental, physiological, behavioral, and sensorimotor measures.
• Prepare summary reports for families and prepare assessment materials and community outreach events.
• Travel across the Southeast United States (Georgia, North Carolina, and within South Carolina) is required.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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.

Posting Summary

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Posting Number

Posting Number TMP02029PO26

Job Code Title

Job Code Title Research Specialist I

Advertised Title

Advertised Title Research Specialist

Campus

Campus Columbia

College/Division

College/Division Arnold School of Public Health

Department

Department ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders

Salary Commensurate with experience

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Part/Full Time Part Time

Hours per Week 10

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, as needed, but the work schedule is variable based upon the needs of the supervisor and the employee.
• Travel is necessary to meet the needs of the lab.

Job Search Category

Job Search Category Other Professional

About USC

About University of South Carolina

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Position Description Advertised Job Summary The research specialist will work with the faculty principal investigator and grant staff to assist with NIH -funded research by conducting assessments on early development in children with neurodevelopmental conditions (e.g., Down syndrome) using multiple developmental, physiological, behavioral, and sensorimotor measures. This position also assists preparing summary reports for families, preparing assessment materials and community outreach events. Travel across the Southeast United States (Georgia, North Carolina, and within South Carolina) is required. This position is ideal for someone planning to apply to PhD programs in Communication Sciences, Clinical or School Psychology, Human Development and Family Sciences, or related allied health clinical doctorate programs (e.g., physical and occupational therapy).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and strong organization, communication skills, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail are necessary for success in this position.
• Prior experience working with families and young children, and/or children with neurodevelopmental conditions is strongly preferred.

Job Duties Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 10/12/2026 Proposed End Date 10/11/2027 Job Open Date 09/25/2026 Job Close Date 11/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/211434

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Position Attributes 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. Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Research Statement