Research Assistant Professor

University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement programs

Job summary

The University of South Carolina is seeking a full-time Research Assistant Professor in Columbia. This temporary faculty position involves teaching undergraduate courses focused on the U.S. South and coordinating digital initiatives within the Institute of Southern Studies.

The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in the humanities or social sciences and have demonstrable teaching experience. The position offers health and life insurance and various retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in the humanities or social sciences with demonstrable teaching experience.
• Administrative experience within an academic setting is required.
• ABD candidates are eligible if Ph.D. is conferred before the start date.

Responsibilities

• Teach two undergraduate courses per semester.
• Coordinate and enhance the Institute’s social media presence.
• Support development and demand for the Institute’s Minor in Southern Studies.

Skills

Demonstrable teaching experience in the U.S. South

Administrative experience in an academic setting

Education

Ph.D. in the humanities or social sciences

Job description

Position: Research Assistant Professor (Temporary Faculty)

Campus: Columbia

Department: Institute of Southern Studies, College of Arts and Sciences

Salary: $70,000 per annum

Employment: Full‑time, 40 hours per week with flexible schedule

Job Responsibilities

• Teach two undergraduate courses per semester: “Introduction to South Carolina” and “Introduction to the American South”.
• Serve as content coordinator, scheduler, and assistant producer for the “Take on the South” podcast.
• Coordinate and enhance the Institute’s social media presence.
• Generate student and community interest in the Institute’s digital initiatives.
• Support development and demand for the Institute’s Minor in Southern Studies.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in the humanities or social sciences with demonstrable teaching experience in the U.S. South.
• Administrative experience within an academic setting.
• ABD candidates may apply if Ph.D. is conferred before the start date.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Writing Sample(s)/Sample Publications
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Other Supporting Documents
• Teaching Statement
• Research Statement

Benefits

Temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week are eligible for health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and retirement programs administered by the State of SC and the Public Employee Benefit Authority.

Letters of Recommendation

Please send at least three signed letters directly to Lori Carey (Department Coordinator) at [e-mail]. Applications without the required letters will not be considered complete.

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.