Postdoctoral Fellow
State of South Carolina
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Post-Doctoral Fellow
State of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Job Description
Summary
This post-doctoral fellow position at the University of South Carolina involves supporting research in health services, particularly in areas like maternal health or telehealth, by planning projects, writing papers for journals, presenting at conferences, helping supervise students, and assisting with grant applications.
It's a full-time role under a lead researcher, ideal for someone who has recently completed a PhD and wants to build their career in academic research through independent work and collaboration.
A good fit would be a motivated early-career scientist with strong analytical skills and a passion for improving health policies.
Key Requirements
- Doctoral degree (PhD) in a relevant field such as health services, public health, or related discipline
- Expertise in quantitative research methods and data analysis
- Proficiency in statistical software including SAS, R, Stata, or Python
- Experience with peer-reviewed publications, preferably in maternal health or telehealth
- Strong oral and written communication skills for presentations and manuscripts
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and supervise students
- Interpersonal skills for collaborating with researchers and diverse audiences
Full Job Description
Department: ASPH Health Services Policy and Management
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Advertised Salary Range:
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
Under general supervision of the Principal Investigator, this individual will:
• Develop detailed workplans involving actionable project milestones and timelines.
• Lead and support development and submission of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Attend conferences to present research ?ndings to diverse audiences through oral and poster presentations and to foster collaborations.
• Assist with supervision of students and coordinate efforts with other researchers.
• Contribute to the preparation and submission of research grant funding proposals.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Qualifications
• Maternal health- or telehealth-related publications.
• Expertise in quantitative methodology, analytic skills,
• Experience in peer-reviewed publication
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to take initiative and work independently, high standard of work ethic, effective oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, and proficiency in at least one analysis software, including SAS , R, Stata, or Python.
Job Close Date
04/11/2026
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 11, 2026
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6958467
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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Qualifications
• Maternal health- or telehealth-related publications.
• Expertise in quantitative methodology, analytic skills,
• Experience in peer-reviewed publication
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