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Posting Summary
Logo Posting Number RTF00163PO26 USC Market Title Post Doctoral Fellow Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156387 Business Title (Internal Title) Child Law Fellow Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division School of Law Department LAW Children's Law Center Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with experience Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule
Type of Staff Position Staff Time-Limited (STL) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional
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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.
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South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Child Law Fellow plays a key role in advancing legal and policy initiatives that impact children and families across South Carolina. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with pressing issues in child welfare, juvenile justice, and children's rights, contributing to work that informs real-world policy and legislative decision-making.
Working closely with the Senior Resource Attorney, the Fellow conducts in-depth legal and policy research, analyzing state and federal law alongside emerging trends and data. The Fellow translates complex information into clear, impactful written work, including issue briefs, legislative analyses, and policy recommendations used by the Joint Citizens and Legislative Committee on Children and the Children's Law Center.
The Fellow will also take the lead on a focused research project examining a significant issue affecting children, developing practical, evidence-based recommendations for reform. In addition, the Fellow supports preparation for committee meetings and collaborates on ongoing initiatives aimed at improving systems that serve children and families.
This role is ideal for someone interested in meaningful, high-impact work at the intersection of law, policy, and advocacy, with the opportunity to contribute to tangible improvements in the lives of children.
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Job Duties
Job Duty
Conducts research on issues related to child welfare, juvenile justice, and other children's issues in support of the Joint Citizens and Legislative Committee on Children and ongoing Children's Law Center's projects. This involves both legal research, including state and federal statutory, regulatory, and case law, and review and analysis of literature, state and national policies, and quantitative research.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35 Job Duty
Prepares written summaries of research findings, issue briefs, and legislative/ legal summaries, and drafts policy statements.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty
Identifies and analyzes a significant issue or policy problem impacting children in South Carolina and prepares a written research report that includes policy alternatives and proposed recommendations.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty
Assists the Senior Resource Attorney as needed in preparation for Joint Committee meetings and related duties.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty
Other duties as assigned in support of Children's Law Center projects.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 5
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 Position End Date Job Open Date 07/10/2026 Job Close Date 07/17/2026 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 July 17, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/208987 EEO Statement
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