Adjunct Instructor - Environmental Law and Sustainability Cert Prog.

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

University of South Carolina is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach courses in the Environmental Law and Sustainability Master of Studies in Law and Certificate programs for the Spring 2027 semester. The candidate should hold a J.D.

or terminal degree and have at least two years of teaching or practice experience. This part-time, adjunct position in Columbia offers a flexible schedule with approximately 20 hours per week, dependent on class scheduling and program needs.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a J.D. or terminal degree in a related field and at least two years of teaching or practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Environmental Law and Sustainability Master of Studies in Law and Certificate programs during the Spring 2027 semester.
• Contribute to the law school's academic community and collaborate with faculty.

Education

J.D. or terminal degree in a related field

Job description

Adjunct Instructor - Environmental Law and Sustainability Cert Prog.

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

Posting Summary

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Posting Number

Posting Number TMP02344PO26

Job Code Title

Job Code Title Instructor

Advertised Title

Advertised Title Adjunct Instructor - Environmental Law and Sustainability Cert Prog.

Campus

Campus Columbia

College/Division

College/Division School of Law

Department

Department LAW LS Environmental Law

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Part/Full Time Part Time

Hours per Week 20

Work Schedule

• The work schedule will vary depending on the class schedule.

Job Search Category

Job Search Category 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.

Posting Summary Logo Posting Number TMP02344PO26 Job Code Title Instructor Advertised Title Adjunct Instructor - Environmental Law and Sustainability Cert Prog. Campus Columbia College/Division School of Law Department LAW LS Environmental Law Salary Dependent Upon Qualification Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Part Time Hours per Week 20 Work Schedule

• The work schedule will vary depending on the class schedule.

Job Search Category 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 University of South Carolina School of Law is seeking adjunct professors to teach courses in the Environmental Law and Sustainability Master of Studies in Law and Certificate programs during the Spring 2027 semester. Applicants should have strong academic credentials in the fields of environmental law, sustainability, climate change, or environmental justice. Successful candidates should demonstrate a high probability of success as a practitioner or teacher and be willing to contribute to the law school’s academic community.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a J.D. or terminal degree in a related field (e.g., environmental engineering, environmental studies or sciences) and at least two years of teaching or practice experience.

Job Duties Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 08 Desired Start Date 01/01/2027 Proposed End Date Job Open Date 10/01/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant 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/213258

EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Position Attributes

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 No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

• Cover Letter


• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• List of References and Contact Information