What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post-Doctoral Fellow position at Inside Higher Ed?
Logo:
Posting Number:
RTF00039PO26
USC Market Title:
Post Doctoral Fellow
Link To USC Market Title:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156387
Business Title (Internal Title):
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Campus:
School of Medicine Columbia
Work County:
Richland
College/Division:
School of Medicine Columbia
Department:
SOMC Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology
Anticipated Hiring Range:
salary commensurate with qualifications
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Hours Per Week:
37.5
Work Schedule:
Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis :
12 months
Job Search Category:
Post-doctoral
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.
South Carolina Retirement:
No
State Insurance Programs:
Yes
Annual Leave:
Yes
Sick Leave:
Yes
Advertised Job Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), serves as a Post-Doctoral Fellow pursuing immunology and molecular biology research using -omics approaches. Studies project focus on the mechanisms underlying inflammatory diseases such as colitis, as well as the effects of various dietary supplements. Performs laboratory research assessing the epigenomic, genomic, and transcriptomic effects, and microbiome following environmental pollutant and dietary supplement exposure on inflammation and cancer. Maintains accurate and detailed records of laboratory experiments and presents these in informal laboratory discussions, group meetings, formal symposia, and publications. Assists in training other individuals, including students, in the laboratory. Advises principal investigators, research faculty, PDFs, students, and technologists on current methods, ongoing experiments, and future research directions. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations. This position is established in support of expanded research activities.
Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience:
Performs laboratory research assessing the epigenomic, genomic, and transcriptomic effects, and microbiome following environmental pollutant and dietary supplement exposure on inflammation and cancer.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage Of Time:
50
Job Duty:
Maintains accurate and detailed records of laboratory experiments and presents these in informal laboratory discussions, group meetings, formal symposia, and publications.
Percentage Of Time:
20
Job Duty:
Assists in training other individuals, including students, in the laboratory.
Percentage Of Time:
15
Job Duty:
Advises principal investigators, research faculty, PDFs, students, and technologists on current methods, ongoing experiments, and future research directions.
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.:
Yes
Number Of Vacancies:
1
Job Open Date:
03/10/2026
Job Close Date:
06/08/2026
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 June 8, 2026.
Quicklink For Posting:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/203300
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.
Posting Number:
RTF00039PO26
USC Market Title:
Post Doctoral Fellow
Link To USC Market Title:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156387
Business Title (Internal Title):
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Campus:
School of Medicine Columbia
Work County:
Richland
College/Division:
School of Medicine Columbia
Department:
SOMC Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology
Anticipated Hiring Range:
salary commensurate with qualifications
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Hours Per Week:
37.5
Work Schedule:
- The normal work schedule may vary and will be established by the supervisor.
Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis :
12 months
Job Search Category:
Post-doctoral
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.
South Carolina Retirement:
No
State Insurance Programs:
Yes
Annual Leave:
Yes
Sick Leave:
Yes
Advertised Job Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), serves as a Post-Doctoral Fellow pursuing immunology and molecular biology research using -omics approaches. Studies project focus on the mechanisms underlying inflammatory diseases such as colitis, as well as the effects of various dietary supplements. Performs laboratory research assessing the epigenomic, genomic, and transcriptomic effects, and microbiome following environmental pollutant and dietary supplement exposure on inflammation and cancer. Maintains accurate and detailed records of laboratory experiments and presents these in informal laboratory discussions, group meetings, formal symposia, and publications. Assists in training other individuals, including students, in the laboratory. Advises principal investigators, research faculty, PDFs, students, and technologists on current methods, ongoing experiments, and future research directions. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations. This position is established in support of expanded research activities.
Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience:
- Requires a Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in area of research specialty.
- Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in any biomedical or biological sciences, including Immunology, Molecular/Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or other related discipline.
- Previous research experience in immunology and/or -omics research. Ability to work with animals.
- Demonstrated ability to follow general wet lab practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in bioinformatic analysis.
- Knowledgeable of hazards of laboratory activities and biosafety practices, skilled in setting up experiments independently.
- The ability to troubleshoot and learn novel technology.
- Required to conduct research activities lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies.
Performs laboratory research assessing the epigenomic, genomic, and transcriptomic effects, and microbiome following environmental pollutant and dietary supplement exposure on inflammation and cancer.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage Of Time:
50
Job Duty:
Maintains accurate and detailed records of laboratory experiments and presents these in informal laboratory discussions, group meetings, formal symposia, and publications.
Percentage Of Time:
20
Job Duty:
Assists in training other individuals, including students, in the laboratory.
Percentage Of Time:
15
Job Duty:
Advises principal investigators, research faculty, PDFs, students, and technologists on current methods, ongoing experiments, and future research directions.
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.:
Yes
Number Of Vacancies:
1
Job Open Date:
03/10/2026
Job Close Date:
06/08/2026
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 June 8, 2026.
Quicklink For Posting:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/203300
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.