Instructor / Senior Instructor in Cardiovascular Sciences

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development

Job summary

University of South Carolina is seeking an Instructor/Senior Instructor in Cardiovascular Sciences. The role is twelve-month, with 50% teaching and 50% administrative service, starting August 16, 2027. The appointment is renewable based on performance and funding.

The position involves teaching in CVT pathways, developing collaborations with training programs, and contributing to curriculum and student advising. USC offers comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in cardiovascular sciences, health sciences, kinesiology, physiology, exercise science, or closely related field by start date.
• 2+ years of professional experience in cardiovascular technology, diagnostics/intervention, or related field with current certification such as RCIS, RDCS, RVT, RCES, RCS, RVS, or equivalent.
• Senior Instructor requires five years of full-time teaching in higher education; evidence of scholarly or professional contributions encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Teach advanced cardiovascular anatomy and physiology and related clinical procedures.
• Deliver professional development course for cardiovascular technologists and foster interprofessional collaboration.
• Support partnerships with CAAHEP-accredited programs and strengthen clinical affiliations.
• Contribute to curriculum development and guidance for students transitioning to clinical training.

Skills

Advanced cardiovascular anatomy

Cardiovascular physiology

Teaching & mentorship

Communication

Education

Master's degree in cardiovascular sciences or related field

Job description

Instructor / Senior Instructor in Cardiovascular Sciences

Department: CAS Biological Sciences

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

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

The Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) Program and the Department of Biological Sciences in the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Carolina invites applications for a full-time, professional track faculty position at the rank of Instructor or Senior Instructor, to begin August 16, 2027. The position is a twelve-month appointment with 50% teaching and 50% administrative service. This is an annual appointment that may be renewed contingent upon the dean's approval, satisfactory performance, department needs and the availability of funding.

Teaching

• Advanced cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, including clinically relevant pathophysiology, hemodynamics, and foundations of diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures.
• A professional development course that introduces students to the roles and responsibilities of a cardiovascular technologist, interprofessional communication, patient-centered care, and workplace professionalism.
• Additional instruction and mentoring support as needed in Cardiovascular Health Sciences and in the Department of Biological Sciences.

Administration and program development

• Developing additional partnerships with CAAHEP-accredited cardiovascular technology training programs.
• Managing and strengthening affiliation agreements and relationships with hospitals, clinical educators, and program directors of certificate training programs.
• Contributing to the development, review, and improvement of Cardiovascular Sciences and related curriculum.
• Complementing our professional student advisors in helping students transition from undergraduate study into affiliated clinical training programs and cardiovascular careers.

USC's Cardiovascular Technology major combines a rigorous science-based undergraduate curriculum with intensive clinical training through accredited partner programs, preparing students for professional cardiovascular technology practice, leadership, and further study. Current opportunities exist for training in adult echocardiography, vascular sonography, combined echo/vascular, invasive cardiovascular technology, and electrophysiology. Visit https://www.sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/artsandsciences/academics/degrees/cdvt/ for more information.

Required Education and Experience

Candidates must have: (1) A master's degree in cardiovascular sciences, health sciences, kinesiology, physiology, exercise science, or a closely related field by employment start date. (2) At least 2 years of professional experience in cardiovascular technology, diagnostics/intervention, or a closely related field with (3) current or previous professional certification/registration such as RCIS, RDCS, RVT, RCES, RCS, RVS, or equivalent nationally recognized cardiovascular credential. (4) Sufficient instructional experience to teach advanced cardiovascular anatomy and physiology and prepare students for cardiovascular clinical practice. (5) Strong communication, organizational, mentoring, and collaborative skills.

Appointment as Senior Instructor requires the equivalent of five years of full-time teaching experience in higher education. Candidates with evidence of research scholarship, quality‑improvement and workforce development, professional leadership, or other contributions to cardiovascular education and clinical practice are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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.