STEM Program Manager

The University of South Carolina

Columbia, SC

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Alternative Energy, Aviation Industry, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Electricity, Employee Relations, Event Management, Funding, Government Policies, Grant Administration/Management, Grant Writing, Insurance, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Research Grants, Robotics, Sales Pipeline, Scholarship, Secondary School, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Columbia, SC

POSTED

2 days ago

Posting Details

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Posting Summary

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Posting Number
RTF00038PO26

USC Market Title
Academic Program Specialist

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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

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 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.

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 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 Salkehatchie's STEM degree opportunities.

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

N/A

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, Power Point). 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

Work with schools in the University's 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

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 as well as developing and implementing strategies regarding marketing and recruiting for Salkehatchie's STEM degrees and partnerships with industry in the service area, including SRS

Essential Function
Yes

Percentage of Time
30

Job Duty

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
07/01/2026

Position End Date

Job Open Date
03/09/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

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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.

STEM Program Manager

The University of South Carolina

Columbia, SC

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