Assistant Professor of Psychology

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Carolina Sumter invites qualified candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology. The appointment begins August 16, 2027.

A doctorate in psychology is required by start date, with credentials for teaching both introductory and upper-level courses in traditional and online formats as needed. The teaching load is twelve credit hours per semester, with emphasis on undergraduate teaching and departmental service.

Qualifications

• PhD in psychology required by start date
• At least one academic year of full-time teaching experience as instructor of record
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching
• Prepared to teach introductory psychology; ability to teach developmental psychology/research methods a plus

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and upper-level psychology courses in traditional and online settings
• Contribute to scholarship and service within the university
• Advise and mentor students and participate on campus committees

Skills

Teaching experience

Student advising & mentoring

Scholarly activity

Education

Earned doctorate in psychology

Job description

Assistant Professor of Psychology

Department: USC Sumter - Palmetto College

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: Salary Commensurate with qualifications

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

Assistant Professor of Psychology. The University of South Carolina Sumter invites qualified candidates to apply for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Psychology position with an anticipated starting date of August 16, 2027. An earned doctorate in psychology is required by the beginning date of employment, including credentials necessary for departmental approval to teach introductory and upper-level psychology courses in both traditional and online settings as needed. The successful applicant must have at least one academic year of full-time teaching experience at the university level as instructor of record by the time of appointment. A demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching is required. Area of specialization is open, but the successful applicant will be prepared to teach psychology at the introductory level. The ability to teach developmental psychology and/or research methods is also a plus. The normal teaching load will be twelve credit hours per semester. Applicants must also demonstrate a strong commitment to establishing and maintaining professional activity in scholarship and service, as well as student advising, mentoring and participation on campus committees. Salary commensurate with education and experience. The initial screening of applicants will begin November 7, 2026 and continue until filled.

About USC

USC Sumter is a two-year public university located in Sumter, South Carolina. It is one of the four regional USC campuses of the University of South Carolina System. USC Sumter is home to approximately 2,000 students and fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. USC Sumter confers two-year associate degrees and offers baccalaureate degree programs in education and nursing through USC Aiken. This is the beginning of college education for many of our students, after which they enter four-year campuses and move on to graduate and professional fields. Learn more about USC Sumter at www.uscsumter.edu.

Required Education and Experience

An earned doctorate in psychology is required by the beginning date of employment, including credentials necessary for departmental approval to teach introductory and upper-level psychology courses in both traditional and online settings as needed. The successful applicant must have at least one academic year of full-time teaching experience at the university level as instructor of record by the time of appointment. A demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching is required. Area of specialization is open, but the successful applicant will be prepared to teach psychology at the introductory level.

Preferred Qualifications

The ability to teach developmental psychology and/or research methods is also a plus.

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.