Research Program Coordinator

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 November 28, 2026.

Department ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with qualifications

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 37.5

Work Schedule

• Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Schedule must remain flexible to meet the needs of the lab.
• Travel may be necessary for this position.

Type of Staff Position

Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis

Basis 12 months

Job Search Category

Job Search Category Other Professional

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Low country, 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.

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

South Carolina Retirement Yes

State Insurance Programs Yes

Annual Leave Yes

Sick Leave Yes

The Research Program Coordinator will work closely with the faculty principal investigator, William Matchin, to support and coordinate research on language abilities in people with chronic post-stroke aphasia. This role will help oversee day-to-day operations of the lab, including mentorship and training of research personnel, including doctoral, master’s and undergraduate students, recruitment of participants, scheduling of assessments, performing assessments, analyzing data, presenting results and writing research manuscripts.

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

• Individuals with Master’s or PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders or related field; linguistics or neuroscience research experience, publication history, background with statistical analysis and experimental design is preferred.

• Excellent written and oral communications skills and to be able…