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Postdoctoral Researcher

Inside Higher Ed
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
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Posting Number:

TMP00765PO23

Job Code Title

Post Doctoral Fellow (Staff)

Advertised Title

Postdoctoral Researcher

Campus

Columbia

College/Division

College of Pharmacy

Department

COP Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences

Salary

$25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours Per Week

40

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

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.

Advertised Job Summary

The postdoc candidate is expected to perform research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator in the DDBS department within the College of Pharmacy.

Duties

The Postdoctoral Researcher will be responsible for the following duties and ensuring that all tasks are accomplished on time and to the highest standard:

  • Chemically synthesize and purify potential anticancer drugs (80%).
  • Collect, analyze data, and report experimental data (10%)
  • Engage in shared duties including maintenance of instruments, lab safety and lab cleaning (5%).
  • Prepare weekly progress reports, attend weekly group meetings and write manuscripts (5%).

Qualifications

The minimum qualification is a Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry

Number Of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

05/08/2023

Proposed End Date

05/07/2024

Job Open Date

04/26/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions To Applicant

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/143903

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.

Safety/Security Sensitive Or Requires a CDL

No

Hazardous Weather Category

Non-Essential

Salary : $25 - $27

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