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Research Specialist
State of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
Not specified
Type
Full-Time
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May 3, 2026
SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves helping with research studies on how anxiety affects communication in kids with conditions like autism and fragile X syndrome, including tasks like assessing children, managing data, and preparing reports or presentations.
It's funded by the National Institutes of Health and based at the University of South Carolina.
A good fit would be someone with experience working with children who have developmental challenges and an interest in research.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field (implied for research role)
- Experience conducting research or working directly with children with neurodevelopmental disabilities
- Ability to conduct assessments and collect, enter, and manage data
- Skills in behavioral coding and preparing reports, manuscripts, or presentations
- Willingness to travel across South Carolina and within the United States
- Strong ability to interact sensitively and professionally with children and their families
Full Job Description
Research Specialist
Department: ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders
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
The research specialist will assist in conducting research on NIH -funded studies focused on anxiety and communication in children with neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder and fragile X syndrome.
This individual will work with the principal investigator and grant staff to assist in conducting assessments; collecting, entering, and managing data; behavioral coding; report/manuscript writing; and preparing professional presentations.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience conducting research or direct experience working with children with neurodevelopmental disabilities.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Experience working with children with neurodevelopmental disorders; previous experience with research; ability to handle travel demands across South Carolina and within the United States; ability to sensitively and professionally interact with children and their families.
Job Close Date
05/02/2026
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 May 2, 2026
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7011772
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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