Post Doctoral Fellow: The University of South Carolina is seeking a dedicated and skilled Post Doctoral Fellow to investigate neurophysiological mechanisms underlying neurodevelopmental disorders. The successful candidate will integrate in-house and public biomedical data to contribute to research focusing on the impact of early life stress on brain development and psychological outcomes.
Designation
Post Doctoral Fellow
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Posting Number | RTF00204PO25 |
| Advertised Salary Range | Commensurate with qualifications – $62,000 |
| Campus | Columbia |
| Work County | Richland |
| College/Division | College of Arts and Sciences |
| Department | CAS Psychology |
| Part/Full Time | Full Time |
| Hours per Week | 37.5 |
| Work Schedule | Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Basis | 12 months |
Research Area
Neuroscience, neurodevelopmental disorders, neuroimaging, genomics, and transcriptomics.
Location
Columbia, SC
Eligibility/Qualification
- Required Education: Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in area of research specialty.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in neuroscience, biostatistics, or psychology.
- Strong programming skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Knowledge in Neuroscience & Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Genetics & Environmental Influences.
- Skilled in Data Analysis.
Job Description
The Post Doctoral Fellow will:
- Conduct neuroimaging and genomics-based analyses, design and implement computational models, and lead manuscript preparation (30%).
- Support Principal Investigator (PI) in preparing grant proposals and contribute to preliminary data analysis (30%).
- Manage and maintain research datasets including neuroimaging, genetic, and clinical data (20%).
- Mentor junior researchers (Ph.D., master’s students, and undergraduate interns) in research design, technical skills, and academic writing (20%).
How to Apply
Interested candidates are requested to submit the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of References and Contact Information
Applications should be submitted through the USC job portal: USC Job Portal
Last Date for Application
Applications will be accepted until October 23, 2025.
