Research Program Coordinator

Posting Number

RTF00236PO26

USC Market Title

Research Program Coordinator

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156413

Business Title (Internal Title)

Research Program Coordinator

Campus

Columbia

Work County

Richland

College/Division

Arnold School of Public Health

Department

ASPH Communication Sciences and Disorders

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with qualifications

Location of Vacancy

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

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Other Professional

About USC

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.

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 https://uscjobs.sc.edu. 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

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

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.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• 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.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communications skills and to be able to work without supervision.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Data analysis, interpretation, and dissemination. Includes developing research proposals and project ideas, processing and analyzing data, preparing conference presentations, preparing manuscripts for publication, and presenting research. Research activity can either be independent, developed in collaboration with the PI and students, or can be primarily in a support role for the lab, depending on applicant’s background.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

35%

Job Duty

Collect data and conduct assessments in a standardized manner. Includes achieving and maintaining research reliability standards on research measures, ensuring compliance with lab and IRB standards and procedures; ensuring confidentiality and privacy of research participants and data; travel for assessments as required. Follow and ensure compliance with federal, state and university policies and procedures. Supervising, training, and overseeing students to perform these same activities.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

35%

Job Duty

Schedule and manage participant travel and assessment. Includes coordinating research assessment appointment and managing the lab assessment schedule/calendar; coordinating research subject travel arrangements; tracking return of survey and informant data; ensuring the participants receive compensation/reimbursement for research participation and associated travel expenses; tracking enrollment numbers in REDCap and generating enrollment reports and projections; assisting PI with reporting recruitment and enrollment updates to funding agencies. Supervising, training, and overseeing students to perform these same activities.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

20%

Job Duty

Coordinate and oversee participant recruitment and establishing lab presence in the community, such as study advertisement, participation in community engagement events, attending scientific conferences. Includes developing advertisement materials, attending any necessary events and conferences, meeting with other stakeholders to discuss research participation opportunities, coordinating with state-wide and national agencies to distribute study advertisements, and participating in science-related meetings. Supervising and training students may be necessary to meet these goals.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

10%

Position Attributes

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

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

01/16/2027

Position End Date

01/15/2028

Job Open Date

10/14/2026

Job Close Date

11/28/2026

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 November 28, 2026.

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/214361

EEO Statement

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