Post Doctoral Fellow

Posting Summary

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Posting Number	RTF00291PO25
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	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	College of Arts and Sciences
Department	CAS Psychology
Advertised Salary Range	$56,500 -Salary commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule	University standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Type of Staff Position	Staff Research Grant (SRGP)
Basis	12 months
Job Search Category	Post-doctoral

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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 Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct advanced neurolinguistic research within the Feilong Lab using behavioral and neuroimaging methods. Primary responsibilities include designing and executing neuroimaging analyses, preparing scientific manuscripts, presenting findings at conferences, mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, and contributing to collaborative projects in the lab. The Fellow will also have the opportunity to develop independent research projects aligned with the lab’s focus on the neural basis of language processing. This position offers a highly interdisciplinary environment for studying linguistic representation and individual differences using large-scale multimodal datasets and computational tools.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience	Requires a Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in area of research specialty.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials
Preferred Qualifications	PhD in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent), with postdoctoral in autism research or developmental psychopathology, proficient in administering standardized assessments (for example – ADOS, ADI-R, Vineland, Behavior Assessment System for Children, etc.). Experience in supervising research staff, working with families of children with ASD, and contributing to peer-reviewed publications.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Strong diagnostic and therapeutic skills grounded in current psychological science Ability to administer and interpret standardized psychological and neuropsychological assessments. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clinical documentation and research collaboration. Knowledge of ethical standards (APA, HIPAA, IRB compliance). Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary clinical and research teams. Competence with electronic health records and research data management systems.

Job Duties

Job Duty	Conduct psychological evaluations, therapy, and consultations. Maintain clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	40

Job Duty	Administer standardized assessments for research protocols. Collaborate with investigators on study design, data collection, and interpretation.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	30

Job Duty	Provide clinical supervision and mentoring to graduate students and trainees. Participate in seminars, training, and case conferences.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	15

Job Duty	Assist in developing new clinical and research initiatives aligned with institute goals. Engage in outreach and community partnerships to support participant recruitment.
Essential Function	Yes
Percentage of Time	10

Job Duty	Attend staff meetings, complete compliance training, and pursue continuing education.
Essential Function	Yes
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	01/05/2026
Job Close Date	02/19/2026
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 February 19, 2026.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/200663
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.