African American Studies Adjunct Faculty

University of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement programs

Job summary

A public university in South Carolina is seeking an Adjunct Faculty for African American Studies to teach undergraduate courses. The ideal candidate must hold a Master’s degree and have at least 18 graduate credit hours in related fields. Responsibilities include preparing lesson plans and collaborating with faculty. This position offers health and life insurance benefits for temporary employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (M.S.) in a related discipline required.
• Minimum 18 graduate credit hours in African American Studies or related fields.
• Prior college-level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach selected undergraduate courses in African American History.
• Prepare lesson plans and deliver lectures.
• Collaborate with faculty to support program goals.

Skills

Teaching experience

Lesson planning

Collaborative skills

Education

Master’s degree in History, Political Science, or related

18 graduate credit hours in African American Studies

Job description

African American Studies Adjunct Faculty

These postings are continuous to build a qualified pool of candidates. If your academic area matches the programmatic needs of USCB at any time, you will be contacted by the Department Chair to discuss teaching opportunities. Needs change semester to semester.

Responsibilities

• Teach selected undergraduate courses in African American History on a course‑by‑course basis.
• Prepare lesson plans, deliver lectures, and assess student performance.
• Collaborate with faculty to support program goals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (M.S.) in History, Political Science, Government & Politics, Sociology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 18 graduate credit hours in African American Studies or related fields.
• Prior college‑level teaching experience preferred.
• Resume/CV and cover letter addressing teaching philosophy required.

Benefits for Temporary Positions

Temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week receive health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and retirement programs through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA). To learn more about USC benefits, visit the Working at USC section on the Applicant Portal.

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. No CDL or hazardous weather category required.