Research Coordinator

Job Summary

The Research Program Coordinator will work across the College’s research enterprise to facilitate the collection, analysis, and reporting of data for academic and external clients.

• Collect, analyze, and report data to produce actionable reports using lab software such as enterprise social media analytics software (e.g., Sprinklr) or the iMotions Biometrics suite.
• Develop and present (in person and virtually) reports and trainings to university and external clients.
• Support and assist faculty, students, and clients in using lab resources for their research through one‑on‑one consultations, training sessions, guest lectures, and the development of online materials.
• Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the college, including assisting in planning research events.

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

• Experience analyzing social media trends and producing professional reports.
• Experience using enterprise social media analytics software such as Quid, Sprinklr, or Brandwatch.
• Knowledge of and experience conducting advanced Boolean searches.
• Understanding of social media and social media analytics.
• Graphic design background (e.g., Adobe Suite).
• Experience with data science languages such as Python or R.

• Organized, detail oriented, enterprising self‑starter with an aptitude for technology and a strong strategic understanding of social listening.
• Excellent written skills and a proven ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Verbal communication skills, including the ability to give presentations and speak to academic classes.
• Open, collaborative approach.
• Ability to balance technical capabilities with communications acumen and an awareness of emerging trends across relevant fields.
• Ability to learn quickly and take initiative.

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays, including an extended December holiday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.