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$54,165-$68,000 Part/Full Time:
Full Time About UofSC:
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. Advertised Job Summary:
The Office of Research is seeking to hire a Business Operations Specialist to join our team. Under the management of the Director of Finance & Business Operations for the Office of Research Facilities & Infrastructure, the Business Operations Specialist will perform fiscal and administrative actions for the division. This position will also provide administrative support to the Executive Director of Research Facilities & Infrastructure and the Research Core Directors and Managers. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, the social sciences, or other job-related field. Prior USC business experience. Knowledge of USC’s systems and administrative and financial policies and procedures. Experience in grant management. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficient with Excel, Adobe, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, PeopleSoft Understanding of basic accounting and financial management principles Knowledge of policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to the specific administrative function Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment Experience working as a team with Principal Investigators and technical staff Ability to coordinate diverse administrative functions Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations Job Close Date:
01/10/2026 We are only accepting applications submitted by January 10, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Click
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to learn more about why you should work at USC. To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/199772 EEO Statement: The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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Business Operations Specialist
role at
Inside Higher Ed . 3 days ago—be among the first 25 applicants. Department:
OOR Research Cores Advertised Salary Range:
$54,165-$68,000 Part/Full Time:
Full Time About UofSC:
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. Advertised Job Summary:
The Office of Research is seeking to hire a Business Operations Specialist to join our team. Under the management of the Director of Finance & Business Operations for the Office of Research Facilities & Infrastructure, the Business Operations Specialist will perform fiscal and administrative actions for the division. This position will also provide administrative support to the Executive Director of Research Facilities & Infrastructure and the Research Core Directors and Managers. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, the social sciences, or other job-related field. Prior USC business experience. Knowledge of USC’s systems and administrative and financial policies and procedures. Experience in grant management. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficient with Excel, Adobe, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, PeopleSoft Understanding of basic accounting and financial management principles Knowledge of policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to the specific administrative function Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment Experience working as a team with Principal Investigators and technical staff Ability to coordinate diverse administrative functions Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Required to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures, and regulations Job Close Date:
01/10/2026 We are only accepting applications submitted by January 10, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Click
here
to learn more about why you should work at USC. To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/199772 EEO Statement: The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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