Research Assistant

Type of Staff Position

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

12 months

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.

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Benefits for Research Grant or Time‑Limited Positions Are Indicated Below

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 successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Caitlin Hudac in the Brain Research Across Development (B‑RAD ) Lab to accelerate research on externally funded studies that work with multiple methods with neurotypical and neurodiverse populations, including autistic children, adolescents, and adults This position will be responsible for participant recruitment, scheduling, data collection (both on-site and off-site), and data management. Data include daily surveys, electroencephalography ( EEG ), eye tracking, and electrocardiogram ( ECG ).

This person in this position will have opportunities to work closely with other team members during data analysis and interpretation.

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in area of research specialty.

• B.A or B.S. in Psychology, Developmental Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience working in a research laboratory working with infants, children, or adolescents;
• Technical skills executing cognitive neuroscience methods (e.g., EEG , fMRI, fNIRS, eye tracking).

• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with children and/or parents.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and participate on a team.
• Knowledge of computer administration of basic programs (e.g., Word, Excel).

• Coordinates participant recruitment and schedules on‑site and off‑site research visits in accordance with established study procedures.

  Essential Function Yes

  Percentage of Time 30

• Conducts established research data‑collection activities, including daily surveys, electroencephalography ( EEG ), eye tracking, and electrocardiogram ( ECG ), following approved protocols and standard operating procedures.

  Essential Function Yes

  Percentage of Time 30

• Prepares and maintains research materials, equipment, and documentation needed for participant visits and assigned research activities.

  Essential Function Yes

  Percentage of Time 15

• Records, enters, organizes, and reviews research data and study records for completeness and accuracy; maintains secure and organized electronic and/or physical research…