Lecturer/Open Rank

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina, Darla Moore School of Business, Marketing Department, invites applications for a professional faculty position at the Lecturer rank to begin August 16, 2026. The role centers on teaching sales, product management and marketing strategy to undergrad and graduate students.

The standard teaching load is seven courses per academic year; there are opportunities to engage with the Center for Sales and Marketing Leadership and AACSB-related faculty activities to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Marketing or MBA or equivalent from AACSB-accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on sales, product management and marketing strategy at undergrad and grad levels.

Job description

Job Summary

The Marketing Department of the Darla Moore School of Business seeks applications for a professional faculty position to begin August 16, 2026. The position is at the rank of Lecturer (open rank).

The primary responsibility will be teaching courses focusing on sales, product management and/or marketing strategy at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. These courses may include working with student teams on experiential learning projects. The standard teaching load for lecturers is seven courses during the academic year.

This position also requires engagement in the Center for Sales and Marketing Leadership and activities required to maintain the appropriate faculty qualifications status within the AACSB framework. The contributions to center activities may include but are not limited to supporting the management of student events as well as engaging in business outreach to support the development of center partner relationships, internships and student placement efforts.

Required Education and Experience

Appointment at the rank of Lecturer requires a Master's degree in Marketing or an MBA or its equivalent from an AACSB accredited institution, plus the qualifications below, by the start date of employment.

1. Significant experience in related Marketing and Sales roles (e.g., proven track record of success as practitioner with expertise in marketing strategy, product/brand management, brand development, new product development, development of strategic plans, new business development, sales, etc.).
2. Understanding of Current Marketing Trends and Tools (e.g., relevant basics of marketing in changing technological environment).
3. Ability to Translate Insights and Analytics into Strategy (e.g., leveraging research findings to develop product/market plans, develop strategic insights, etc. and lead cross-functional teams in the development of marketing/business development strategies).
4. Experience teaching at the University level and/or training early career industry professionals (e.g., understanding nuances of GenZ learning styles, developing relevant baseline skills in a distracted and reluctant population, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Teach applications of the 4 P's and help students apply these fundamentals to create marketing plans and/or sales strategies.
• Teach basics of product/brand management and/or sales/account management.
• Serve as a teacher and advisor to students in the creation of a marketing plans/strategic briefs or business development plans based on insights.
• Help students create meaningful and impactful presentations.
• Serve as the liaison between industry partners and the University.

Additional Information

Desired Start Date: 08/16/2026

Job Open Date: 04/21/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant: Applications should include a cover letter and CV. Applicants should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to [e-mail]. Letters of recommendation must be signed, on letterhead, and sent directly by the references (not by the applicant). Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

EEO Statement

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