University of South Carolina is hiring a Program Coordinator II to assist the Principal Investigator in maintaining the scientific integrity of an NIH-funded study focused on improving chronic illness management for adults and their caregivers in underserved and rural areas. The coordinator will oversee daily administrative, fiscal, and operational aspects of the project, supervise research staff and volunteers, lead participant recruitment, and ensure compliance with study protocols and regulations.
Highlights
Manage daily operations and implementation of an NIH-funded chronic illness management study.
Supervise research personnel and student volunteers while providing training on protocols and monitoring fidelity.
Lead recruitment and retention efforts to meet study enrollment goals.
Develop and maintain REDCap databases, perform data entry, quality control, and reporting to the PI and data safety boards.
Ensure compliance with institutional IRB policies, federal regulations, and sponsor requirements.
Manage study materials, participant compensation processes, and project budgets.
Proficiency required in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and REDCap software.
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred qualifications include a master's degree in public health or healthcare-related field and clinical trials experience.
Salary range from $54,165 to $60,000 annually for a full-time, 12-month staff research grant position within the College of Nursing's Behavioral Health & Nursing Practice department.
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 October 25,2025.
Posting Details
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Posting Summary
Logo For Posting | Posting Number | RTF00185PO25 USC Market Title | Program Coordinator Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156366 Business Title (Internal Title) | Program Coordinator II Campus | Columbia Work County | Richland College/Division | College of Nursing Department | CON Biobehvrl Hlth & Nursing Practice Advertised Salary Range | $54,165- $60,000 Location of Vacancy | Part/Full Time | Full Time Hours per Week | 37.5 Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. 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 | 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.
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 State Insurance Programs | Yes Annual Leave | Yes Sick Leave | Yes
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | Assist the PI in maintaining the overall scientific integrity of an NIH-funded study that seeks to improve current and future chronic illness management among adults living with Chronic illness and their caregivers (care partners) in medically underserved and rural areas of South Carolina. Under the direct supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Project Coordinator will provide day-to-day administrative, fiscal, operational, and implementation oversight of the project, as well as supervise the research staff and student volunteers, and lead participant recruitment while ensuring compliance with the study protocol, operating policies and procedures, study timelines, as well as with applicable institutional IRB policies and procedures, Federal regulations, and Sponsor requirements.
Assist the PI in maintaining the overall scientific integrity of an NIH-funded study. Works closely with the PI to ensure that protocols are followed. Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of study implementation and monitoring compliance. Supervises data collection related to the study; reviews data for inconsistencies and missing information (quality control); and assists in producing project updates and reports. Responsible for monitoring weekly reports of intervention dose, fidelity, and attendance. Responsible for implementing the recruitment plan and overseeing recruitment and retention. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials | Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in public health, or a healthcare related field; clinical trials experience. Experience in a leadership/supervisor role. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Self-motivated, organized, and able to accomplish work independently according to identified timelines and deadlines within a specified budget. A high proficiency with commonly used computer software, Microsoft Office including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and REDCap. Able to communicate effectively and can work with diverse clinical and community populations and interact with the general public and community partners in a professional and courteous manner. This position requires occasional travel to off-site locations for meetings. Flexibility in work schedule to include evening hours and occasional weekends.
Job Duties
Job Duty | Develops and Maintains study-specific REDCap study databases; completes data entry and coordinates study data entry across study team members; performs data entry and compliance validation queries; notifies PI of deficiencies and works with study team members to resolve problems. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Leads the implementation of the study recruitment plan, and promptly recommends to the PI the needed plan changes to meet study target recruitment goals. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Oversight of research personnel, provide training to study staff in study protocols and fidelity monitoring, and assist with study evaluation processes. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Solicits and gathers participant accrual, adherence, adverse events, and safety data, and produces weekly PI reports, semi-annual Data Safety Monitoring Board reports, and annual IRB Continuing Review and Sponsor Progress reports. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Develops and maintains standard operating policy and procedure manuals, study recruitment and advertising materials; maintains IRB study binders and inventory control. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Orders study materials and processes and verifies the receipt of compensation payments to participants in accordance with study protocols, including dispensing and reconciling accounts. Produces monthly PI budget report. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Ensuring compliance with the study protocol, operating policies and procedures, study timelines, as well as with applicable institutional IRB policies and procedures, Federal regulations, and Sponsor requirements. 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
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 Desired Start Date | Position End Date | Job Open Date | 08/21/2025 Job Close Date | 10/05/2025 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 October 25,2025. Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193665 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
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* Do you have at least a Master's degree in related field and 1 year related experience, or bachelor's degree in related field and 3 years related experience?
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* Your cover letter will serve as your writing sample as required for this position. Do you understand this and can confirm the cover letter you have submitted is a great example of letters you will be able to generate on our behalf.
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* This position requires careful attention to detail as well as managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Tell us how you stay organized. (Open Ended Question)
* Do you have any supervisory and leadership experience? If so, please summarize this experience. (Open Ended Question)
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