What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Scientist position at University of South Carolina Student Government?
Posting Summary
Logo For Posting Posting Number RTF00023PO25 USC Market Title Associate Scientist Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156374 Business Title (Internal Title) Associate Scientist Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division College of Arts and Sciences Department CAS Chemistry and Biochemistry Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with qualifications -$85,000 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
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
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
The Associate Scientist (AS) will have the ability to coordinate the drug optimization efforts, prepare NIH R24, R01, and R44 applications for funding,and assist in translating CFN therapeutics into the application. Therefore, the Associate Scientist should have significant knowledge, skillsets, and network ability to execute drug discovery projects, especially on G-proteins and their associated signaling pathways. The Associate Scientist will have the ability to securesignificant funding to push CFN neurotherapeutics towards applications. The Associate Scientist will develop and maintain an evolvingnetwork-based small G-protein drug discovery resources database open to the global research community. An additional duty will be to teach and trainPost Doctoral Fellows and graduate students on mastering tools of drug design.
Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience
Requires a terminal degree (PhD or similar) in an area of research specialty and three years of post-graduate job-related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications
A Ph.D. degree in drug design with at least five years of postdoctoral experience in G-protein drug design and productivity in greater than 2 publications annually.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Experience in G-protein drug design and productivity in greater than 2 publications annually.
Skills include machine learning code writing, website database construction and maintenance, NIH grant writing experience, and PPI-GaMD.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Coordinate the drug optimization efforts: Use computer programs to optimize the existing molecules so we can obtain the novel small molecules. The resulting novel small molecules will be tested for therapeutics purpose.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty
Prepare NIH R24, R01, and R44 applications for funding: Write grants to support Associate Scientist and Center for Neurotherapeutics lab research projects. These grant applications need to be submitted in 2025 and 2026.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty
Develop and maintain an evolving network-based small G-protein drug discovery resources database open to the global research community: use computer programs to develop online small G-protein drug discovery database. This resource will be open to the global research community to accelerate the drug discovery process globally.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40
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 03/01/2025 Position End Date 02/28/2026 Job Open Date 02/04/2025 Job Close Date 03/24/2025 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 March 24, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/182823 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.
Logo For Posting Posting Number RTF00023PO25 USC Market Title Associate Scientist Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156374 Business Title (Internal Title) Associate Scientist Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division College of Arts and Sciences Department CAS Chemistry and Biochemistry Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with qualifications -$85,000 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
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
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
The Associate Scientist (AS) will have the ability to coordinate the drug optimization efforts, prepare NIH R24, R01, and R44 applications for funding,and assist in translating CFN therapeutics into the application. Therefore, the Associate Scientist should have significant knowledge, skillsets, and network ability to execute drug discovery projects, especially on G-proteins and their associated signaling pathways. The Associate Scientist will have the ability to securesignificant funding to push CFN neurotherapeutics towards applications. The Associate Scientist will develop and maintain an evolvingnetwork-based small G-protein drug discovery resources database open to the global research community. An additional duty will be to teach and trainPost Doctoral Fellows and graduate students on mastering tools of drug design.
Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience
Requires a terminal degree (PhD or similar) in an area of research specialty and three years of post-graduate job-related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications
A Ph.D. degree in drug design with at least five years of postdoctoral experience in G-protein drug design and productivity in greater than 2 publications annually.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Experience in G-protein drug design and productivity in greater than 2 publications annually.
Skills include machine learning code writing, website database construction and maintenance, NIH grant writing experience, and PPI-GaMD.
Job Duties
Job Duty
Coordinate the drug optimization efforts: Use computer programs to optimize the existing molecules so we can obtain the novel small molecules. The resulting novel small molecules will be tested for therapeutics purpose.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty
Prepare NIH R24, R01, and R44 applications for funding: Write grants to support Associate Scientist and Center for Neurotherapeutics lab research projects. These grant applications need to be submitted in 2025 and 2026.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty
Develop and maintain an evolving network-based small G-protein drug discovery resources database open to the global research community: use computer programs to develop online small G-protein drug discovery database. This resource will be open to the global research community to accelerate the drug discovery process globally.
Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40
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 03/01/2025 Position End Date 02/28/2026 Job Open Date 02/04/2025 Job Close Date 03/24/2025 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 March 24, 2025.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/182823 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.
Salary : $85,000
