Research Assistant

Research Assistant

Location: Columbia, SC

Department: CAS Psychology, College of Arts & Sciences, University of South Carolina

Salary: $40,000 per year

Hours: 37.5 per week, Full Time

Work Schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm (flexible schedule required to meet department needs)

Position Code: TMP
02422PO25 (Research Specialist I)

Investigate how genetic and environmental factors contribute to brain development and neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder. The Research Assistant will provide day‑to‑day research support for graduate students and post‑doctoral fellows, including data entry, pre‑processing, literature review, scheduling, recruitment, and data collection.

• Coordinate recruitment and scheduling of child and parent participants for research studies.
• Draft and send invitations, manage participant communications, and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with daily administrative operations of the lab (scheduling, reminders, follow‑ups).
• Conduct neuro‑imaging and clinical data collection for adolescent participants and provide clear instructions to families.
• Process, analyze, and interpret research data using statistical and computational methods.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations supporting manuscript development and publications.

• Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience or related field.
• Strong coding experience (preferred).
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with children and/or parents.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week are eligible for health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and retirement programs through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA).

Safety‑Sensitive or Security‑Sensitive positions will undergo pre‑ and post‑employment drug testing per University policy. Requires no CDL or hazardous weather category. Non‑essential role.

• Start Date: 12/01/2025
• End Date: 11/30/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes

Position is open until filled. Site updates regularly; recruitment and screening may vary. Qualified candidates will be contacted by phone or email.

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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