Job Details
Posting Number: RTF00205PO26
USC Market Title: Associate Scientist
Link to USC Market Title: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156374
Business Title (Internal Title): Associate Scientist
Campus: Columbia
Work County: Richland
College/Division: Arnold School of Public Health
Department: ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders
Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Hours per Week: 37.5
Work Schedule:
- Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Schedule must remain flexible to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position: Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis: 12 months
Job Search Category: Other Professional
About University of South Carolina
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.
South Carolina Retirement: Yes
State Insurance Programs: Yes
Annual Leave: Yes
Sick Leave: Yes
Advertised Job Summary
The Associate Scientist will serve a key scientific and operational role in a multidisciplinary research program focused on fragile X syndrome (FXS), FMR1-associated conditions, and the advancement of research and clinical practice relevant to females with fragile X syndrome. Working under the direction of the faculty Principal Investigator and in collaboration with faculty, research staff, trainees, community partners, and external collaborators, the Associate Scientist will contribute advanced expertise in clinical and behavioral research, neuropsychological and psychological assessment, intervention research, and the study of neurodevelopmental conditions. The Associate Scientist will support and manage assigned research projects; contribute to the design, implementation, and oversight of research protocols; conduct and oversee clinical and behavioral assessments; analyze and interpret research data; and lead or contribute substantially to scientific manuscripts, presentations, and grant applications. The position will also provide scientific and technical leadership to research staff and trainees and support the reliable implementation of research procedures across the research program. Research activities will be conducted within the PI’s established research program and under faculty oversight.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
- Requires a terminal degree (PhD or similar) in an area of research specialty and three years of post-graduate job-related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Terminal degree (PhD, PsyD, or equivalent) in psychology, clinical psychology, developmental science, neuroscience, communication sciences and disorders, or a closely related field, and a minimum of three years of post-graduate job-related research, clinical, or professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience conducting clinical, behavioral, psychological, neuropsychological, or developmental research with human participants.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary research team.
- Advanced clinical and research experience involving human subjects with fragile X syndrome and/or FMR1-associated conditions.
- Experience with scientific data analysis and dissemination of research findings related to fragile X syndrome and/or FMR1-associated conditions through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, or other scholarly products.
- Experience developing, implementing, or evaluating behavioral or psychological interventions for individuals with fragile X syndrome or FMR1-associated conditions.
- Experience engaging with individuals and families affected by fragile X syndrome and/or FMR1-associated conditions.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Advanced knowledge of clinical and behavioral research methods, human-subjects research, and responsible research practices relevant to neurodevelopmental disorders.
- Specialized knowledge of fragile X syndrome, FMR1-associated conditions, intellectual disability, and/or related neurodevelopmental and genetic conditions.
- Expertise in standardized clinical, psychological, neuropsychological, cognitive, and behavioral assessment and knowledge of evidence-based behavioral and psychological interventions.
- Strong quantitative and research data-analysis skills, including the ability to analyze and interpret complex behavioral and clinical data.
- Strong scientific communication skills, including preparation of peer-reviewed manuscripts, scientific presentations, research reports, and grant materials.
- Demonstrated ability to manage research activities, provide scientific guidance and training to research personnel, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, research participants and families, and community and scientific partners.
Job Duties
Research Project Management and Scientific Leadership: Manage assigned research projects related to fragile X syndrome, FMR1-associated conditions, and related neurodevelopmental research under the direction of the PI. Contribute to study design and protocol development; coordinate implementation of research procedures; monitor study progress, data quality, and regulatory compliance; and identify and resolve scientific and operational issues. Coordinate activities across research personnel and collaborators and contribute specialized clinical and methodological expertise to the research program.
Essential Function: Yes
Percentage of Time: 30
Clinical, Behavioral, and Neuropsychological Research: Conduct and oversee standardized clinical, behavioral, psychological, and neuropsychological assessments with research participants, including individuals with fragile X syndrome, FMR1-associated conditions, and related neurodevelopmental conditions. Select and implement appropriate assessment procedures within approved research protocols; score, interpret, and summarize assessment data; support participant recruitment and research visits as needed; and train research personnel in reliable administration, scoring, and documentation of study measures. Contribute expertise to the development and implementation of behavioral and clinical intervention research.
Essential Function: Yes
Percentage of Time: 25
Data Analysis, Scientific Dissemination, and Grant Development: Lead and contribute to analysis and interpretation of behavioral and clinical research data. Prepare peer-reviewed manuscripts, scientific abstracts, presentations, reports, and other scholarly products, with particular emphasis on research relevant to females with fragile X syndrome and FMR1-associated conditions. Lead or substantially contribute to the development of grant applications and other proposals supporting the PI’s research program. Present research findings at national and international scientific meetings and contribute to dissemination of research findings to scientific, clinical, and community audiences.
Essential Function: Yes
Percentage of Time: 25
Research Personnel Training and Mentorship: Provide scientific and technical guidance to graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, research staff, and other trainees. Train and mentor research personnel in clinical and behavioral assessment, research methods, data analysis and management, scientific presentations, and manuscript preparation. Support the development and maintenance of standardized operating procedures and reliable implementation of research protocols.
Essential Function: Yes
Percentage of Time: 10
Research Program Development and Collaboration: Contribute to the continued development of the PI’s fragile X research program and the goals of the LivJoy Fellowship program. Develop and maintain productive collaborations with investigators, clinicians, advocacy organizations, participants and families, and other stakeholders in the fragile X community. Participate in scientific and professional development activities and contribute specialized expertise to new research initiatives, pilot studies, and collaborative projects relevant to the research program.
Essential Function: Yes
Percentage of Time: 10
Hazardous weather category: Non-Essential
Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.: No
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 01/01/2027
Position End Date: 06/30/2030
Job Open Date: 09/03/2026
Job Close Date: 10/18/2026
Open Until Filled: No
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 October 18, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/212791
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
Working at University of South Carolina
With more than 200 years of history and tradition, the University of South Carolina is redefining itself for decades to come. There's never been a better time to be at South Carolina, the state's flagship university and one of only 62 public universities to receive the Carnegie Foundation's highest designation for research.
The University is located in the heart of South Carolina in the capital city of Columbia, which is the nexus of government, a thriving arts and culture center, a venue for big-time Southeastern Conference intercollegiate athletics, and a community that is reinventing itself with redevelopment projects citywide. Much of the development is tied to land along the scenic, slow-moving Congaree River. Working with government, business, and community leaders, Carolina has developed a unified plan that will allow the University to expand from its origins on the historic Horseshoe to its future Innovista, a research and innovation district that will stretch to the banks of the Congaree.
Innovista represents a new vision for research by creating a vibrant, urban community where students and researchers, including those from private firms, will live, work, learn, and play. Innovista will represent the University's four core research areas—hydrogen fuel cells, nanoscience and technology, biomedical and public health, and the environment—but will include other initiatives and business partners that serve the knowledge economy. Innovista's first private tenant, for example, is a leader in software applications for the insurance industry and will create several hundred high-paying jobs.
By attracting similar companies and jobs—and by capitalizing on an attractive location for restaurants and residential and retail space—Innovista will help drive the economy and increase per-capita income in the city and state. Recreational space will include a world-class waterfront park along the Congaree River and a new stadium for the Gamecocks' nationally ranked baseball program. Greenway paths for biking, walking, and running already line much of the river area. Innovista's 8 million square feet will blend seamlessly with the Vista, the city's nearby entertainment district of restaurants, bars, shops, and art galleries.
Chartered in 1801, Carolina began classes in 1805 with nine students and a single building, Rutledge College. As the campus grew and buildings were added during the next 50 years, a horseshoe layout was adopted. Today, the Horseshoe is on the National Register of Historic Places, with 10 of its 11 buildings dating to the 19th century. Those renovated buildings house, among other areas, the South Carolina Honors College and Undergraduate Admissions, representing much of the University's current and future lifeblood.
In fact, incoming freshman classes have never been larger or more competitive. The freshmen from fall 2006 set records for their size (more than 3,700) and SAT scores (1171 average). Freshmen enrolling in the Honors College had average SAT scores of 1398. Members of the University's prestigious scholarship programs, Carolina Scholars for in-state students and McNair Scholars for out-of-state students, had average scores of 1449 and 1477, respectively. Total enrollment at Carolina for undergraduates and graduates is more than 27,300, with some 350 degree programs to choose from. Since 1994, Carolina students have earned more than $9.9 million in prestigious national scholarships such as the Goldwater, Truman, Rhodes, and NSF scholarships and the Fulbright Fellowships.
South Carolina's student body is diverse. In fact, Carolina was recently recognized as the state flagship university with the highest percentage of African-American student enrollment in the nation. Research by the Journal of Blacks in Higher Education shows African-American students made up 14.7 percent of enrollment in 2004, the latest year available. The JBHE also ranks Carolina eighth in the nation in percentage of African-American faculty at a state flagship university with 4.3 percent.
The University's faculty garnered a record $173.3 million in federal, state, and private funding for research, outreach, and training programs in 2005-06, and several key hiring plans will introduce more talent and expertise to the faculty ranks. An aggressive campus building master plan and the faculty recruiting initiatives will change the collective face of the University and the faces of many of its key teachers and researchers.
South Carolina is recruiting world-class faculty to be endowed chairs—and change agents—for a series of "research centers of economic excellence" in areas such as nanoelectronics, polymer nanocomposites, brain imaging, regenerative medicine, cancer therapeutics, drug discovery, vision research, hydrogen fuel cells, and travel and tourism technology. These centers, some in collaboration with other state research universities and health and hospital systems, are funded with $30 million annually in state lottery money, as well as private matching money. Carolina is in the midst of a faculty recruitment plan to hire 600 new members. The Faculty Excellence Initiative is recruiting 150 faculty, many in interdisciplinary clusters of emphasis, while the Centenary Plan will recruit 100 elite research faculty to lead the University's core initiatives. Additionally, 350 faculty will be hired across disciplines to replace retirees over the next few years.
The University has forged a number of international collaborations in research, and the University's global connections are also strong in academics, particularly in international business. U.S. News & World Report has consistently ranked the Moore School of Business best in the nation for its undergraduate and graduate programs in international business; the undergraduate program is No. 1 for the 10th consecutive time, while the graduate program is No. 1 among public universities for the 18th consecutive year and No. 2 overall, continuing a streak of 18 years with a top-two overall ranking.
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