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University of South Carolina

Research Assistant Professor

Posting Number

TMP00555PO26

Job Code Title

Advertised Title

Research Assistant Professor

Campus

Columbia

College/Division

College of Arts and Sciences

Department

CAS Institute of Southern Studies

Salary

$70,000

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

Work Schedule

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Job Search Category

Temporary Faculty

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 Temporary Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The successful candidate will be required to teach 2 courses each Fall and Spring semester, one course entitled “Introduction to South Carolina,” and a second, “Introduction to the American South”. Administratively, the successful candidate will serve as content coordinator, scheduler, and assistant producer of our highly successful Take on the South podcast; help coordinate and increase the Institute’s social media presence; assist in generating student and community interest and engagement with the Institute’s various digital initiatives; and help develop demand for the Institute’s Minor in Southern Studies.

Qualifications

PhD in the humanities or social sciences with demonstrable experience in teaching the U.S. South & Administrative experience.
ABD candidates are welcome to apply, but their PhD must be conferred before the start date.

Job Duties

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

01/01/2027

Proposed End Date

12/15/2027

Job Open Date

04/28/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

Letters of recommendation are required to be sent directly to Lori Carey, Department Coordinator at LoriCarey@sc.edu – Applications are not considered complete until at least 3 signed letters are received.

This position is open until filled. 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.

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204831

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.

Position Attributes

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.

Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL

Hazardous weather category

Non-Essential

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