Posting Summary

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Posting Number	STA00115PO23
Job Family	Research
Job Function	Research
USC Market Title	Post Doctoral Fellow
Job Level	R2 - Research
Internal Title	Postdoctoral Scholar (B2F)
Campus	Columbia
Work County	Richland
College/Division	College of Arts and Sciences
Department	CAS Biological Sciences
State Pay Band	Unclassified
Advertised Minimum Salary	Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Advertised Salary Range	Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time	Full Time
Hours per Week	37.5
Work Schedule
Type of Staff Position	Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
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.

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Benefits for FTE, 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 About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at 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.

Benefit Eligibility Type	Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)
South Carolina Retirement	Yes
State Insurance Programs	Yes
Annual Leave	Yes
Sick Leave	Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary	The Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Carolina invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow as part of the inaugural cohort of the University’s new “Bridge to Faculty” program. We invite applications from outstanding scholars who investigate fundamental concepts and mechanisms in Plant Biology. We welcome applications from researchers in any area of plant biology. Research interests of potential faculty mentors include (but are not limited to) plant development, environmental stressors, ecology, and evolution. Scholars will have completed a PhD in Biological Sciences (or a related field) by July 1, 2023. The Department of Biological Sciences is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of scholars and students and shares the University’s goals regarding faculty diversity and excellence. Designed to attract, support, and retain scholars from groups historically underrepresented in their departments or fields, the Bridge to Faculty program is the University of South Carolina’s newest and most promising initiative. Manifesting the university’s commitment to “cultivating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus where every individual has the opportunity to flourish and thrive,” the program seeks to recruit early-career scholars who, if successful during the post-doctoral period, will have the opportunity to transition directly to a tenure track faculty line at USC starting in the 2025-2026 academic year. The Bridge to Faculty Program will enable scholars to deepen their research expertise, expand their scholarly profiles, undertake academic research in Plant Biology, and strengthen the College’s and University’s research community through their diverse perspectives. The Bridge to Faculty scholar in Biological Sciences will join eleven other scholars from across the university who will form a dynamic and supportive community of scholars. Situated in USC’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Bridge to Faculty Scholars have a unique opportunity to receive: Professional development to prepare the fellow for a full-time faculty position Training and development in research, pedagogy, and strategic engagement Additional mentorship from senior professors and University administrators Networking and connection-building with university administration Opportunities to engage and practice as an active member of the USC community The Bridge to Faculty Scholar is expected to: 1) establish a robust program of research, 2) participate in the intellectual life of the department, 2) meet regularly with faculty mentors, 3) participate in professional development opportunities and 4) collaborate across the college and institution when deemed appropriate. The scholar will have access to institutional and departmental resources specifically designed to support their readiness for a tenure-track position.
Minimum Qualifications	PhD in Biological Sciences or closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications	PhD must be research-based.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities	Doctoral level knowledge of plant biology.

Position Attributes

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.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive	No
Hazardous weather category	Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	08/16/2023
If Research Grant/Time Limited, give end date
Job Open Date	02/03/2023
Job Close Date	03/20/2023
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicant	Qualified candidates should submit the following: A cover letter describing the applicant’s research interests, specifically at USC, with relevant personal and professional background. In addition, candidates should identify 1-2 faculty members who could act as their postdoctoral supervisor while they are in residence at USC A curriculum vitae Academic Transcripts (showing completion of PhD by August 16, 2023) A statement of research interests (2-3 pages) Names, addresses, and email addresses of three professional references A statement of any required accommodations OPTIONAL: A statement sharing your experiences related to diversity, equity, and inclusion and how they can help advance the University’s goal of “cultivating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus” (1-3 pages). Varied socioeconomic and cultural experiences, teaching goals that emphasize diversity, and first-generation college graduate status should be highlighted in the statement. Fellowship applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be submitted on uscjobs.sc.edu by February 28, 2023. If you have any questions about the application process or this position, please contact Dr. Beth Krizek, Search Committee Chair, Department of Biological Sciences (krizek@biol.sc.edu). 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 March 20, 2023.
Quicklink for Posting	https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/139877
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