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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 18, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves collecting behavioral and physiological data from infants, toddlers, and their caregivers, mainly in home settings, while managing research processes like scheduling, data storage, and training students.
The role also includes advising the research team and ensuring smooth lab operations.
It's a good fit for someone with experience working with young children or in research who enjoys communicating sensitively with families, especially those dealing with neurodevelopmental issues.
Key Requirements
- Experience interacting with infants, toddlers, or children, or in a research setting
- Strong communication skills with faculty, students, and families of children with neurodevelopmental disorders
- Interest and effectiveness in working with young children and their families
- Ability to train undergraduate students in data collection procedures
- Skills in managing participant scheduling, retention, and a large research database
- Proficiency in ensuring accurate data entry, storage, and organization
- Capability to advise on research techniques and oversee day-to-day lab operations
Full Job Description
Department: CAS Psychology
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 conduct and oversee complex behavioral and physiological data collection with infants, toddlers, and caregivers, primarily in participants’ homes. This includes training undergraduate students in data collection procedures, ensuring accurate and organized data storage, and managing participant scheduling and retention. The specialist will oversee research processes, maintain and manage a large research database, and provide training in data entry. Additionally, the role involves advising the principal investigator and research team on techniques and procedures, ensuring lab efficiency, and offering operational guidance for day-today activities of research staff and student workers.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience interacting with infants or children; OR
• Experience in a research setting.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• This individual must be able to communicate effectively with faculty and graduate and undergraduate students, as well as communicate effectively and sensitively with families of children with neurodevelopmental disorders.
• This individual must also be interested and effective in working with young children and their families.
Job Close Date
05/17/2026
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 17, 2026.
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7052955
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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