Post Doctoral Fellow
Department: CAS Psychology
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Advertised Salary Range:
About UofSC
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.
Advertised Job Summary
The Fellow will oversee all aspects of the measurement team and work with participants directly. He/she will be responsible for certifying staff on protocols for assessing physical activity, anthropometrics, blood pressure, and psychosocial surveys. The Fellow will also provide analytic and methodological oversight, contribute to the planning and execution of data analyses, prepare, and submit manuscripts, write grant proposals, and develop an independent program of research related to health promotion among minority or underrepresented communities. Candidates with a research interest/focus in health equity, community-based research, motivational and behavioral-change theory, statistics, and/or implementation science are encouraged to apply.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Qualifications
• Doctorate in Psychology, Behavioral Science, Nursing, Social Work, Public Health, Exercise Science, or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills and potential to mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Experience with management and analysis of complex datasets, including experience with SAS , SPSS , or R.
• A strong track record of publications in scientific journals.
• Experience in health promotion, community-based prevention/intervention, and/or health disparities research.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Ability to communicate clearly, orally, and in writing, with all constituents of the College of Nursing.
• Strong interpersonal skills sufficient to inspire, lead, and work effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to effectively direct, manage, and lead professional and support staff.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with proven ability to strategize, prioritize, and multitask to meet goals and deadlines.
• Understanding and support of the research mission of the College of Nursing.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to manage work and provide guidance to employees.
• Ability to make presentations and prepare reports.
Job Close Date
04/23/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) 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 April 23, 2026.
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