Research Program Coordinator

Posting Details

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Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number RTF00126PO26 USC Market Title Research Program Coordinator Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156415 Business Title (Internal Title) Research Program Coordinator Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Arnold School of Public Health Department ASPH Exercise Science Anticipated Hiring Range Salary commensurate with experience Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm.
• Some evening and weekend hours may be required to support grant-related activities and project needs.

Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other

About USC

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 Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Arnold Healthy Kids Initiative seeks a Research Program Coordinator to support funded public health research projects. This position is responsible for coordinating day-to-day research activities, participant recruitment and retention, data collection, regulatory compliance, and communication with community partners and funding agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate research project operations and timelines.
• Develop and implement participant recruitment and retention strategies.
• Prepare and submit IRB applications and related compliance documents.
• Train and support research staff on study protocols and procedures.
• Manage project records, data collection activities, and progress reports.
• Collaborate with investigators, community partners, and stakeholders to ensure project success.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful public health research in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support project activities.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Expertise in the use of computers and the Internet.
• A working knowledge of the Microsoft Office package.
• Experience or interest in sleep in children or youth.
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to effectively interact with parents, community partner personnel, children, and the community at large.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Develop, in coordination with study PIs, recruitment and retention protocols and procedures for research studies related to public health programs. Development of protocols will lead to the preparation and submission of Institutional Review Board (IRB) materials to the University's Office of Research Compliance. Train and evaluate data-collection staff on the protocols and procedures.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20% Job Duty

Coordinate and manage day-to-day activities of assigned research projects, with an emphasis on recruitment, retention, and data collection, to maintain continuity of the project and ensure all milestones are met appropriately and promptly.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40% Job Duty

Supports the coordination of staff work assignments to help ensure timely completion of data collection and participant communication activities. Maintains organized project documentation and assists with preparing and submitting regular updates to the funding agency.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 25% Job Duty

Organize, attend, and participate in community partner meetings to present progress reports of grant activities to investigators and staff.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10% Job Duty

Other duties as assigned

Essential Function No 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 06/08/2026 Job Close Date 07/23/2026 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 23, 2026.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/207502 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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents