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Research Specialist

State of South Carolina

University of South Carolina

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29201

Salary

Not specified

Closes

May 25, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves helping with a research project on early development in infants and toddlers at high risk for neurodevelopmental disorders like autism, by running assessments, collecting data, and preparing reports under a professor's guidance.

It requires traveling across the US to work with families and children.

A good fit would be someone with a psychology background who enjoys interacting with young kids and their families and has some hands-on research or child care experience.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field
  • Strong communication skills for interacting with faculty, students, and families
  • Experience conducting research or working directly with infants/toddlers with neurodevelopmental disorders
  • Ability to communicate sensitively with families of children with disorders
  • Interest and effectiveness in working with young children and their families
  • Willingness to travel across the United States
  • Full-time availability in the CAS Psychology department at University of South Carolina

Full Job Description

Research Specialist

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

Under the supervision of Dr.

Robert’s (Neurodevelopmental Disorders Lab), the research specialist will assist with NIH -funded research by conducting assessments on early development in high-risk groups of infants and toddlers with neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., autism spectrum disorder) using multiple behavioral, language, and physiological developmental measures.

This position also assists in managing data, organizing findings, and preparing reports. Travel across the United States is required.

Required Education and Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or a related field prior to the position start date. Strong communication skills.

• Experience conducting research or direct experience working with infants or young children with a neurodevelopmental disorder

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

05/24/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of thirty (30) business days on our job website. After thirty (30) 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 24, 2026.

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7066139

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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Posted on NEOGOV: 4/14/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/15/2026

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