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Postdoctoral Scholar (B2F)

Job Description


Posting Summary


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Posting Number STA00100PO23
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 Anthropology
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
Monday through Friday; 8:30am – 5:00pm
Type of Staff Position Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Post-doctoral


About UofSC


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.
Diversity 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.


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 Postdoctoral Scholar (B2F) has four major duties. The first duty is to conduct literature searches, engage in scholarly activities, meet regularly with faculty mentors, and participate in Sociolinguistic/Linguistic Anthropology Lab meetings with faculty and graduate students to develop a robust and innovative program of research and submit applications to secure research funding. The second duty is to conduct fieldwork, analyze and summarize data, prepare and submit manuscripts, prepare presentations, and communicate effectively in local, national, or international venues with limited supervision from mentors. The third duty is to participate in Bridge to Faculty and other professional development activities and outreach. The fourth duty is to develop, design, and initiate a research program focusing primarily on the interdisciplinary subfield of linguistic anthropology. The scholar will review the progress of the program over the span of the training period, adjusting program as necessary. These duties relate to the scholar’s primary goal of becoming competitive in academia so that the scholar is in good standing for a tenure-track position due to improved research publication and teaching-related skills as well as the scholar’s secondary goal of learning about faculty involvement in multiple internal departmental initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Terminal degree in preferred or related field prior to start.
Preferred Qualifications
This position requires a completion of a PhD in Anthropology, Linguistics or a closely related field.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
This position requires knowledge of linguistic anthropology as well as the ability to conduct literature searches, fieldwork and data analysis, prepare manuscripts and presentations, and develop a research program.


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 03/10/2023
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
To ensure full consideration, application material should be submitted through https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/139763 and must be received by March 10, 2023. If you have any questions about the application process or this position, please contact the search committee chair, Jennifer Reynolds, Professor and Chair of the Department of Anthropology and core faculty member of the Linguistics Program, jreynold@mailbox.sc.edu, Office Tel: (803) 777-5527.
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 10, 2023.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/139763
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The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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