Instructor / Senior Instructor in Cardiovascular Sciences

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina invites applications for a full-time Instructor/Senior Instructor in Cardiovascular Sciences. The role balances teaching and administrative service (50/50) to support the CVT major and clinical training partnerships.

The candidate will teach advanced cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, develop curricula, and expand clinical partnerships with accredited programs, preparing students for CV science careers.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in cardiovascular sciences, health sciences, kinesiology, physiology, exercise science, or closely related field.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in cardiovascular technology, diagnostics/intervention, or related field.
• Current or recent professional certification/registration such as RCIS, RDCS, RVT, RCES, RCS, or equivalent credential.
• Sufficient instructional experience to teach advanced cardiovascular anatomy and physiology.
• Strong communication, organizational, mentoring, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach advanced cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, including pathophysiology and hemodynamics, and foundations of diagnostic/interventional cardiovascular procedures.
• Lead a professional development course on roles, interprofessional communication, patient-centered care, and workplace professionalism for CV technologists.
• Provide instruction and mentoring in Cardiovascular Health Sciences and Biological Sciences as needed.
• Develop partnerships with CAAHEP-accredited cardiovascular technology training programs.
• Strengthen affiliation agreements with hospitals, clinical educators, and program directors of training programs.
• Contribute to curriculum development and improvement in Cardiovascular Sciences and related programs.
• Assist professional student advising to guide undergraduates into clinical training and cardiovascular careers.

Skills

Cardiovascular physiology

Clinical cardiovascular procedures

Education/teaching

Communication

Mentoring

Team collaboration

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.

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.

• 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

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

• (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.
• (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

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.