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Assistant Scientist

Inside Higher Ed
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/18/2026 CLOSED ON 2/17/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Scientist position at Inside Higher Ed?

Department: CAS Psychology

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: Salary commensurate with qualifications.

About UofSC

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.

Advertised Job Summary

The Assistant Scientist (Postdoctoral Neuroimaging Program Manager) supports and advances neuroimaging within the McCausland Brain Imaging Center. This position provides scientific, administrative, and operational leadership to coordinate multidisciplinary research activities. Responsibilities include managing daily lab operations, supervising staff and trainees, overseeing MRI data collection and analysis, and ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. The role also contributes to grant and manuscript preparation, program evaluation, and development of funding opportunities. Through these efforts, the position promotes research excellence, collaboration, and the growth of the neuroimaging program.

Preferred Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

  • Ph.D. in neuroscience, psychology, or a related field required.
  • Expertise in MRI-based neuroimaging, research design, and lab management.
  • Strong record of scientific writing, grant preparation, and use of data collection tools such as RedCap.
  • Proficiency with SPSS and/or Matlab, Microsoft Office, and excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills are essential.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Experience in working with major statistical software packages including JASP, SPSS, R and Matlab.
  • Familiarity with neuroimaging tools such as FreeSurfer, FSL, and SPM.
  • Experience organizational, communication, and leadership skills are essential.
  • Strong ability to present research findings to principal investigators, and a general audience

Job Close Date

02/01/2026

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 February 1, 2026.

To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/200046

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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