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National Fellowship Coordinator
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A Contact Tracer is a public health worker who identifies persons who may have come into contact with an infected person (contacts) and subsequent collection of further information about these contacts. The aim is to reduce infections in the population by tracing the contacts of infected individuals, testing them for infection, isolating or treating the infected and tracing their contacts in turn.
$56,460 / year median in South Carolina
+13% projected growth
Job Description
National Fellowship CoordinatorDepartment:
HNRS Fellowships and Scholar ProgramsAdvertised Salary Range:
Part/Full Time:
Full TimeAbout UofSCFrom 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 StatementAdvertised Job Summaryhe National Fellowships Coordinator is a professional position in National Fellowships and Scholar Programs (NFSP), a unit in the South Carolina Honors College (SCHC). Staff members should possess a wide-ranging intellectual curiosity and a commitment to working with high ability students. The coordinator will perform a variety of duties in support of the recruitment and advisement of student considering and applying for national fellowships and scholarships with a focus on STEM majors and competitions. The coordinator will facilitate the recruitment and promotion efforts, conduct workshops, provide individual advising and assist in program development and administration. As a staff member in a multi-function unit, the position may include additional responsibilities as assigned to meet the needs of USC's academically talented students and to support the academic mission of the University. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, exercise good judgment and discretion, and be able to work courteously with diverse groups
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and maintain confidentiality
- Strong computer skills, research skills, presentation skills, good problem solving skills, and the ability to use the internet and social media
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret information accurately are critical
- The ability to take direction, initiate action, and work as a team member is essential. Preferred Qualifications
- Prior advising with post-secondary high ability students
- Working knowledge of national fellowship competitions
- Familiarity with STEM disciplines.
We are only accepting applications submitted by September 20, 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