Post Doctoral Fellow at University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina

Job Description:

Logo For Posting:

Posting Number:

RTF00108PO24

USC Market Title:

Post Doctoral Fellow

Link to USC Market Title:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156385

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:

Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Work Schedule:

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

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.

Inclusive Excellence Statement:

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

South Carolina Retirement:

Yes

State Insurance Programs:

Yes

Annual Leave:

Yes

Sick Leave:

Yes

Advertised Job Summary:

The fellow will complete clinical assessments with typical and clinical populations (preterm infants, infant siblings of children with autism), lead autism diagnostic evaluations, provide feedback to families, administer and score clinical and behavioral assessments, lead clinical team meetings, and contribute to training clinical psychology doctoral students, clinicians, and research staff. As a member of the ESDLab, the candidate will work closely with the Principal Investigator and research staff and have the opportunity to participate in additional research activities if desired.

Required Education and Experience:

Doctoral degree in clinical or school psychology, experience and training in autism diagnostic assessment for young children.

Preferred Qualifications:

Clinical licensed psychologist in the state of South Carolina. 3+ years clinical experience with children and families providing therapy and comprehensive diagnostic evaluations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Training and proficiency in administering the Autism Diagnostic Observation System (ADOS), along with other developmental and cognitive measures; experience providing diagnostic feedback and consultation with families. .

Job Duty:

Administer and review clinical assessments (in-lab and in-home) with typical and clinical populations (preterm infants, siblings of children with autism) to develop diagnostic conclusions based on DSM-5 criteria. Lead diagnostic evaluation meetings for the team to discuss differential diagnoses and develop consensus to complete Clinical Best Estimate (CBE) for each participant.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

40

Job Duty:

Travel to participant homes to administer behavioral assessments for longitudinal research projects. Score clinical and research assessments from video.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

25

Job Duty:

Facilitate biweekly clinical team meetings to address clinical issues that arise and monitor and ensure reliability across evaluators for administering and scoring clinical measures. Provide as-needed supervision and consultation to lab staff and clinical psychology graduate students

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

10

Job Duty:

Monitor clinical concerns for enrolled participants, complete clinical interviews, and provide feedback as-needed and as-requested to enrolled families.

Essential Function:

Yes

Percentage of Time:

25

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

Number of Vacancies:

1

Desired Start Date:

05/16/2024

Position End Date :

05/15/2025

Job Open Date:

04/09/2024

Job Close Date:

05/24/2024

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 May 24, 2024.

Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/166470

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.

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