Post Doctoral Research Fellow

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week 37.5

Work Schedule

• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with qualifications.

12 months

Post-doctoral

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.

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 University of South Carolina's Bullying Prevention Center invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to support federally funded research focused on bullying prevention, social-emotional development, and behavioral outcomes for students. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in all phases of the research process, including study implementation, data management and analysis, intervention evaluation, manuscript development, and dissemination of findings through publications and professional presentations.

The fellow will collaborate with school districts, educators, and interdisciplinary research partners while contributing to innovative projects designed to improve outcomes for students, including those with disabilities. The successful candidate will join a collaborative research environment, receive mentorship from experienced faculty researchers, and have opportunities to advance their scholarly agenda, publication record, and professional growth.

• Requires a Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in area of research specialty by the start date of employment.

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Special Education, Education, School Psychology, Educational Psychology, Psychology, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience conducting research related to bullying prevention, peer victimization, social and communication skills, behavioral outcomes, students with disabilities, or related areas.
• Experience with quantitative research methods and analysis of large-scale or longitudinal data; school-based research and collaboration with school or district partners; preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts and conference presentations; and participation in externally funded research projects.
• A strong record of scholarly productivity and a demonstrated ability to collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary research team.

• Knowledge of research design, quantitative and/or mixed-methods research, data management, and statistical analysis.
• Strong scholarly writing, oral communication, organizational, and project-management skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret research data; prepare manuscripts, presentations, and other dissemination products; collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary research teams and school and district partners; manage multiple research activities and deadlines; and work independently with appropriate guidance.
• Knowledge of bullying prevention, peer victimization, special education, school mental health, or social-emotional and behavioral interventions is desirable.

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