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Posting Summary
Logo Posting Number RTF00128PO26 USC Market Title Research Instructor Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/207562 Business Title Research Instructor Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division College of Nursing Department CON Advanced Prof Nursing Practice Ldrshp Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Type of Faculty Position Faculty Research Grant (FRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Faculty
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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.
Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
South Carolina Retirement No State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
With the continuous nursing faculty shortage, the University of South Carolina (UofSC) College of Nursing (CON) is creating a pipeline program for doctoral students who aspire to become future faculty at the UofSC College of Nursing. Fellows will be employed as Research Instructors with mentoring in research/scholarship, teaching, and College/professional service activities.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Job Duties
Job Duty
Work with assigned mentors: Principal investigators, co-investigators, grant staff and others to assist with implementation of research studies and other educational scholarship. Collaborate and assist research team to recruit and schedule participants, execute informed consent, collect and facilitate the management of data; organize findings; provide administrative support, preparing reports, professional presentations and manuscripts.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty
Execute the assigned teaching development plan including participation in the CON Faculty Academy Program; USC Center for Teaching Excellence programming, Preparing Future Faculty training, guest lectures, teaching assignments and other teaching duties as assigned.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty
Integrate the nursing perspective and nursing ethics into teaching, research, and service activities under the guidance of your supervisor.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty
Implement your tailored professional service development plan.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20
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
Desired Start Date 08/16/2026 Position End Date 08/15/2028 Job Open Date 06/09/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. 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.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/207598 EEO Statement
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