STEM Program Manager

Posting Details

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Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number: RTF00038PO26 USC Market Title: Academic Program Specialist Link to USC Market Title: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156151 Business Title: Internal Title STEM Program Manager

Campus: Salkehatchie Work County: Colleton College Division: USC Salkehatchie College Division Level: Department USC Salkehatchie Palmetto College

Anticipated Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy: Part/Full Time Full Time: Yes Hours per Week: 37.5 Work Schedule: Typically Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or as needed by the department. Type of Staff Position: Staff Research Grant: SRGP Basis: 12 months Job Search Category: Administrative

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 bachelors 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.

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 position will work as the STEM program and grant Manager, performing outreach to K-12 schools in the region, offering STEM education programs in efforts to develop a workforce pipeline. This position will also connect current and prospective USC Salkehatchie students with STEM scholarships, internships, and/or research programs, as well as assist with developing and implementing strategies related to marketing and recruitment for Salkehatchies STEM degree opportunities.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelors 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, or Other Credentials: NA

Preferred Qualifications

• Grant Management and Successful Grant Writing experience preferred
• Management experience
• Mechanically inclined, understand clean energy, robotics, electricity
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
• Effective oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Working knowledge of budgets and budgeting practices.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft application software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with USC personnel and community agencies.
• Ability to comprehend and properly apply government and USC policies, procedures, and regulations.

Job Duties

Job Duty 1: Work with schools in the Universitys service area at the K-12 level to provide opportunities for students to engage in STEM activities with the purpose of introducing them to STEM fields and careers, particularly at the SRS, and with focus on clean energy.

• Some of these activities will include Nuclear Science Week, Aviation Camp, and University of Possibilities events.
• Engage in collaboration with area schools and other organizations (i.e., DIG, Dreams, Imagination & Gift) to plan targeted events.
• Develop and implement new programs and opportunities for middle school and high school students, such as STEM summer camp, robotics competitions, etc.

Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 50

Job Duty 2: Will work to develop an internship program that identifies opportunities for university students to gain experience in businesses and industries in the service area, including SRS.

• Will assist students in learning about and applying for other scholarships and/or research programs.
• Will develop and implement strategies regarding marketing and recruiting for Salkehatchies STEM degrees and partnerships with industry in the service area, including SRS.

Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 30

Job Duty 3: Oversee all aspects of STEM-related grants, including application, reporting, assessment, and budgeting, in addition to grant writing for program sustainability.

Essential Function: Yes Percentage of Time: 20

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: 04/01/2026
• Position End Date:
• Job Open Date: 03/09/2026
• Job Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please include email addresses for your references.

Quicklink for Posting: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/203302

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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Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents:

• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3