University of South Carolina
MCH Training Assistant
🇺🇸 Columbia, SC
🕑 Part-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Learning & Development
🗓️ August 20th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
University of South Carolina is hiring a MCH Training Assistant. The role involves assisting the principal investigator in developing content for five interactive modules aimed at obstetric providers, focusing on respectful maternity care, self-reflection, and action planning. The assistant will also help design an evaluation strategy for the modules and conduct quantitative statistical analyses to identify trends and issues.
Highlights
- Develop content and reflective exercises for five interactive training modules for obstetric providers.
- Review and utilize qualitative research data from interviews to ground module content in local realities.
- Design an evaluation strategy to assess training module effectiveness.
- Conduct statistical analyses using software such as SAS, STATA, or R.
- Requires a master’s degree in a research specialty area.
- Preferred experience: 2 years in maternal and child health, health communications, training, and qualitative methods.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills necessary.
- Ability to translate qualitative research findings into training materials.
- Part-time position (20 hours per week), staff time-limited for 10.5 months.
- Position housed within the College of Social Work, COSW Institute for Families in Society.
MCH Training Assistant Full Description
MCH Training Assistant
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 August 28, 2025.
Posting Details
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Posting Summary
Logo For Posting
Posting Number | RTF00183PO25
USC Market Title | Research Associate
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156388
Business Title (Internal Title) | MCH Training Assistant
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | College of Social Work
Department | COSW Institute for Families in Society
Advertised Salary Range | Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time | Part Time
Hours per Week | 20
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 Time-Limited (STL)
Basis | 10.5 months
Job Search Category | Other Professional
Posting Number | RTF00183PO25
USC Market Title | Research Associate
Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156388
Business Title (Internal Title) | MCH Training Assistant
Campus | Columbia
Work County | Richland
College/Division | College of Social Work
Department | COSW Institute for Families in Society
Advertised Salary Range | Salary commensurate with qualifications.
Location of Vacancy | Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time | Part Time
Hours per Week | 20
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 Time-Limited (STL)
Basis | 10.5 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
State Insurance Programs | Yes
Annual Leave | Yes
Sick Leave | Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | Assist the PI to craft the content of 5 interactive modules that lead OB providers in self-reflection, reflect on the systems in which they work, and in crafting their own action plans for Respectful Maternity Care and to develop an evaluation strategy for these modules and training toolkit. Assist in quantitative analysis.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a master’s degree in area of research specialty.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | 2 years of experience and/or certification in maternal and child health, health communications, training, and qualitative research methods.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to translate qualitative research results into training and other presentation materials.
Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a master’s degree in area of research specialty.
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
Preferred Qualifications | 2 years of experience and/or certification in maternal and child health, health communications, training, and qualitative research methods.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to translate qualitative research results into training and other presentation materials.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Review codes of transcripts of interviews with Leaders and Women to use those data to ground the modules in research and SC realities/ build on spreadsheets that collate significant quotes.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Translate the research to then outline and write content for each of the 5 modules including quotes and data from SC/Voices; reflection exercises that support participants to work with module material; voice clips/ video clips (Advisory committee members may be able to provide some 20-30 second “interviews” for clips), including from the monologues and full performance; content from major literature; and exercises that support participants to create a feasible action plan with 2-3 actions they commit to taking over the 6 months post-module. (60%)
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 60Job Duty | Develop an evaluation strategy to determine the effectiveness of these training modules.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Performing statistical analyses; writing and validating application programs using statistical software (e.g., SAS, STATA, R) to identify trends, disparities, and emerging issues requiring intervention.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Translate the research to then outline and write content for each of the 5 modules including quotes and data from SC/Voices; reflection exercises that support participants to work with module material; voice clips/ video clips (Advisory committee members may be able to provide some 20-30 second “interviews” for clips), including from the monologues and full performance; content from major literature; and exercises that support participants to create a feasible action plan with 2-3 actions they commit to taking over the 6 months post-module. (60%)
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 60Job Duty | Develop an evaluation strategy to determine the effectiveness of these training modules.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Performing statistical analyses; writing and validating application programs using statistical software (e.g., SAS, STATA, R) to identify trends, disparities, and emerging issues requiring intervention.
Essential Function | Yes
Percentage of Time | 10
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
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 | 09/01/2025
Position End Date | 06/30/2025
Job Open Date | 08/19/2025
Job Close Date | 08/26/2025
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 August 28, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193539
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.
Desired Start Date | 09/01/2025
Position End Date | 06/30/2025
Job Open Date | 08/19/2025
Job Close Date | 08/26/2025
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 August 28, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193539
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.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have at least a Master's Degree in area of research specialty?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- List of References and Contact Information
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Other Supporting Documents
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