Post Doctoral Fellow at University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina

Job Description:

Logo For Posting:

Posting Number:

RTF00012PO24

USC Market Title:

Post Doctoral Fellow

Link to USC Market Title:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156385

Business Title (Internal Title):

Post Doctoral Fellow

Campus:

Columbia

Work County:

Richland

College/Division:

Arnold School of Public Health

Department:

ASPH Health Promotion, Education and Behavior

Advertised Salary Range:

Commensurate with qualifications

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.

Type of Staff Position:

Staff Research Grant (SRGP)

Basis :

12 months

Job Search Category:

Post-doctoral

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.

Inclusive Excellence Statement:

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

South Carolina Retirement:

Yes

State Insurance Programs:

Yes

Annual Leave:

Yes

Sick Leave:

Yes

Advertised Job Summary:

Participates in National Institute of Health-funded research to evaluate the novel front-of-package nutrition labeling policy in Mexico through annual surveys of adults and comparisons with the US, particularly Mexican Americans. Responsibilities include coordination and leadership of research activities across collaborating institutions, particularly through the production of scientific manuscripts and occasional travel to academic meetings and conferences.

Required Education and Experience:

PhD in a social science or public health-related field.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

- Excellent oral and written communication skills required. Must be detail oriented and have strong writing skills, including evidence for leadership conceptualizing and writing scientific publications.- Expertise leading quantitative analyses, including analyses of survey data.- Expertise with evaluation of communication and policy effects on perceptions and behaviors.

Job Duty:

Working in NIH funded research conducts reviews of scientific literature and other relevant research to support the development and writing of scientific publications and proposals for funding, ensuring their conceptual rigor and comprehensive inclusion of relevant information to support studies and interpretation of survey and study results of adults and comparisons with the US, particularly Mexican Americans

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

60

Job Duty:

Conducts data analysis activities to address and evaluate the novel front-of-package nutrition labeling policy in Mexico through annual surveys of adults and comparisons with the US, particularly Mexican Americans by using large samples and longitudinal study designs, ensuring the rigor of methodological approaches used, adherence to project timelines, and completeness of documentation.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

30

Job Duty:

Communicates with internal and external stakeholders by conducting and attending meetings and coordinating e-mail communications among team members to achieve objectives in data analysis, publications, and future proposals for funding. Coordination and leadership of research activities across collaborating institutions, particularly through the production of scientific manuscripts

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

5

Job Duty:

Prepares project reports by compiling research data for dissemination to internal and external collaborators.

Essential Function:

No

Percentage of Time:

5

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:

03/01/2024

Job Open Date:

01/12/2024

Job Close Date:

06/30/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

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 30, 2024.

Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/162723

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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