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University of South Carolina
Communications Coordinator
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Columbia, South Carolina
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Full-Time
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$49K
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Communications
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October 1st, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a Communications Coordinator. The role leads the Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment (CAN) Research Center's communications by crafting clear, engaging content and managing digital and print platforms to promote its research and community programs. The Coordinator also builds partnerships, supports outreach efforts, and develops communications strategies that enhance the Center's visibility and engagement.
Highlights
- Develop and lead strategic communications plan for the CAN Research Center.
- Create and manage content across digital, print, social media, and web platforms.
- Produce marketing and outreach materials, including newsletters and presentations.
- Promote Center programs, events, and community activities to increase public awareness.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with community partners.
- Coordinate communications with Center leadership, faculty, and university offices.
- Manage organizational social media accounts and digital communications tools.
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two or more years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred: Experience in higher education, research, healthcare, or nonprofit sectors and familiarity with autism, neuroscience, psychology, or public health fields.
- Skills in email marketing platforms, content management systems, analytics, and multimedia content creation are preferred.
- Salary starts at $48,726; full-time position with 37.5 hours per week.
Communications Coordinator Full Description
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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 November 13, 2026.
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Posting Summary
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| Posting Number | RTF00225PO26 |
| USC Market Title | Communications Coordinator |
| Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156218 |
| Business Title (Internal Title) | Communications Coordinator |
| Campus | Columbia |
| Work County | Richland |
| College/Division | College of Arts and Sciences |
| Department | CAS Psychology |
| Anticipated Hiring Range | $48,726 |
| Location of Vacancy | |
| Part/Full Time | Full Time |
| Hours per Week | 37.5 |
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| Type of Staff Position | Staff Research Grant (SRGP) |
| Basis | 12 months |
| Job Search Category | Other Professional |
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. |
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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 |
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| State Insurance Programs | Yes |
| Annual Leave | Yes |
| Sick Leave | Yes |
Position Description
| Advertised Job Summary | The Communications Coordinator leads the Center’s communications efforts by creating clear, engaging content that highlights its research, clinical, training, and community initiatives. The position manages the Center’s website, social media, newsletters, and marketing materials while promoting programs and events to diverse audiences. The role also builds relationships with community partners, supports strategic outreach, and develops communications processes that strengthen the Center’s visibility and engagement. |
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Job Duties
| Job Duty | Develop and lead the Center’s strategic communications plan, identifying innovative opportunities to enhance the Center’s visibility and impact. Create compelling messaging and storytelling that translates research, clinical, training, and community initiatives into engaging content across digital, print, web, and social media platforms. Continuously assess and refine communications strategies to align with organizational priorities and audience engagement needs. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 40 |
| Job Duty | Develop, produce, and manage marketing and outreach materials, including newsletters, social media content, presentations, promotional materials, and other communications that enhance the Center’s visibility, support donor cultivation efforts, and engage internal and external audiences. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 25 |
| Job Duty | Coordinate the promotion and marketing of Center programs, events, and community engagement activities to increase public awareness, participation, and stakeholder engagement. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 15 |
| Job Duty | Cultivate and maintain relationships with community partners through ongoing communication, information sharing, and collaborative outreach to strengthen the Center’s strategic partnerships and community engagement efforts. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 10 |
| Job Duty | Participate in Center meetings and collaborate with leadership, faculty, staff, university communications offices, and external partners to ensure consistent, coordinated communications across Center initiatives. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 5 |
| Job Duty | Contribute to the success of the Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment (CAN) Research Center by performing other duties as assigned in support of the Center’s visibility, community engagement, and strategic partnerships. |
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| Essential Function | Yes |
| Percentage of Time | 5 |
Position Attributes
| Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential |
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| 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 |
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| Desired Start Date | 11/01/2026 |
| Position End Date | 08/31/2027 |
| Job Open Date | 09/29/2026 |
| Job Close Date | 11/13/2026 |
| 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 November 13, 2026. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213932 |
| EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. |
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