Instructor / Senior Instructor in Cardiovascular Sciences

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina seeks an Instructor or Senior Instructor in Cardiovascular Sciences to teach undergraduate CVT courses and mentor students. The role combines teaching with administrative service across the CVT program and related health sciences areas.

The successful candidate will advance clinical training partnerships, develop curriculum, and support students transitioning to CVT careers with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in cardiovascular sciences or closely related field by start date.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in cardiovascular technology or related field with relevant credentials.
• Current or prior professional certification such as RCIS, RDCS, RVT, RCES, RCS, or RVS.
• Experience teaching advanced cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.
• Strong communication, organizational, mentoring, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor undergraduate students preparing for CVT and health sciences careers.
• Instruct advanced cardiovascular anatomy/physiology and related topics.
• Lead a professional development course for cardiovascular technologists.
• Develop and strengthen partnerships with CVT training programs and hospitals.
• Contribute to curriculum development and serve student advisors in CVT pathways.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Collaborative skills

Education

Master's degree in cardiovascular sciences or closely 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.

We seek an experienced cardiovascular professional and educator who can bridge a rigorous undergraduate cardiovascular science education with contemporary clinical practice to help strengthen and expand our CVT major.

Teaching: The successful candidate is expected to teach and mentor undergraduate students preparing for careers in CVT and related health sciences. Primary responsibilities to include instruction of:

• 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: The successful candidate is expected to help strengthen and expand the CVT program’s network of clinical training partners by:

• 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.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• 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.