Business Operations Specialist at InsideHigherEd

Business Operations SpecialistDepartment: OOR Research CoresAdvertised Salary Range: $54,165-$68,000Part/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 SummaryThe 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 (Classified and Unclassified positions)Preferred QualificationsBachelor’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/AbilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProficient with Excel, Adobe, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, PeopleSoftUnderstanding of basic accounting and financial management principlesKnowledge of policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to the specific administrative functionKnowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipmentExperience working as a team with Principal Investigators and technical staffAbility to coordinate diverse administrative functionsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationshipsRequired to conduct business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance polies, procedures, and regulationsJob Close Date01/10/2026Special Instructions to ApplicantPositions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) 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 January 10, 2026 The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:Health and Life InsuranceRetirement ProgramsPaid TuitionDependent ScholarshipsAnnual LeaveSick Leave13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)Paid Parental LeaveProfessional Development Opportunities Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/199772EEO StatementThe 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.Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-504f2e57031f844b82d388ef869dd112