Research Associate Professor

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: 22 minutes ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Summary


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Posting Number RTF00067PO25
USC Market Title Research Associate Professor
Link to USC Market Title
Business Title Research Associate Professor
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division College of Pharmacy
Department COP Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences
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


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
This is a position of Co-Director, Flow Cytometry Core Facility. The individual will carry out and direct the day-to-day operations of the Flow Cytometry component of the Microscopy and Flow Cytometry Core (MFCC) of the NIH-supported COBRE Center for Targeted Therapeutics (CTT) at the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy. This individual will also interact with the Instrument Resource Facility (IRF) at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. The appointment will be made at the level of Research Associate Professor (non-tenure-track faculty).
This is a position of Co-Director, Flow Cytometry Core Facility. The individual will carry out and direct the day-to-day operations of the Flow Cytometry component of the Microscopy and Flow Cytometry Core (MFCC) of the NIH-supported COBRE Center for Targeted Therapeutics (CTT) at the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy. This individual will also interact with the Instrument Resource Facility (IRF) at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. The appointment will be made at the level of Research Associate Professor (non-tenure-track faculty).
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience
Doctoral degree in biomedical/bioengineering science with at least ten years of relevant experience in flow cytometry-based studies.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Experience conducting biomedical research, with expertise in cell culture and flow cytometry techniques and analysis. Additional skills are: intense attention to detail; patience in the operation of delicate and highly sophisticated equipment and developing technology; strong organizational skills; and the ability to read and follow operating manuals and procedures. The individual must be able to perform detailed and tedious work that requires the organization and tracking of large numbers of samples. The procedures require considerable dexterity, visual acuity, and a steady hand. The position also requires the ability to read the scientific literature and follow and develop research protocols.


Job Duties


Job Duty
Perform standard Core Facilities duties including ordering, maintaining equipment, and keeping the instruments in good operating order.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 20
Job Duty
Design and implementation of flow cytometry-based studies; train staff in all available flow cytometry protocols, cell culture techniques, and instruments’ operation.
Mentor and train students (mainly graduate) on flow cytometry protocols, cell culture techniques, and instruments’ operation. 
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30
Job Duty
Perform flow cytometry services at the MFCC for all users at USC and outside of USC as instructed by the Director or Deputy Director of the CTT.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30
Job Duty
Conduct biomedical research as assigned by the Deputy Director of CTT.
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
Position End Date
Job Open Date 03/20/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
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Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/184818
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