MCH Lead Applied Researcher
Department: COSW Institute for Families in Society
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Advertised Salary Range:
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 MCH Lead Evaluator and Applied Researcher will be a key player at IHPR , leading and supporting innovative healthcare and policy research initiatives. This position advances the health and well-being of mothers, infants, and children by coordinating evidence-informed health services and policy research to improve outcomes for medically underserved and at-risk populations.
By leveraging data-driven insights, this position will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of MCH services and policies, ensuring that every family receives the care and support they need to thrive. The importance of this role in shaping the future of MCH cannot be overstated, as it helps potential candidates feel valued and an integral member of the organization. A key component of this role is overseeing the design, development, and provision of technical assistance and evaluation for external and internal reporting required of existing and future MCH -related grants and contracts.
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Seven (7) or more years of experience conducting evaluation, applied research, or health services research.
- Experience in maternal and child health, public health, healthcare, or a related research environment.
- Three (3) or more years of experience working with Medicaid claims, birth certificate data, hospital records, or other large healthcare datasets.
- Experience designing and implementing program evaluations, performance measurement systems, and outcome assessments.
- Experience managing grants, contracts, research studies, or complex projects.
- History of leadership roles in health services research settings, preferably in maternal and child health.
- Supervisory or project leadership experience.
- Demonstrated success securing, supporting, or managing externally funded grants and contracts.
- Experience preparing technical reports, peer-reviewed publications, policy briefs, presentations, or other dissemination products.
- Experience collaborating with government agencies, healthcare organizations, academic institutions, funders, and community partners.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Understanding of maternal and child health issues, healthcare delivery systems, health policy, and population health trends affecting women, infants, children, and families.
- Knowledge of research design, program evaluation methodologies, quality improvement principles, and performance measurement frameworks.
- Extensive knowledge of healthcare and public health data systems, including Medicaid claims, birth certificates, hospital records, and population-based surveys
- Knowledge and experience with SAS .
- Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods, data analysis, interpretation of complex datasets, translating research findings into actionable recommendations for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Skilled in academic, technical, applied writing, presenting complex information and facilitating discussions with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with government agencies, healthcare organizations, funders, community organizations, supervise staff, coordinate project activities, provide technical leadership, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to learn and apply new technologies, analytical methods, reporting requirements, maintain accuracy, attention to detail, and compliance with ethical and legal standards.
Job Close Date
08/10/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of thirty (30) business days on our job website. After thirty (30) 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 August 10, 2026.
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7312721
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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