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Visiting Assistant Professor

Inside Higher Ed
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/4/2026
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Posting Number:

TMP01074PO22

Job Code Title

Instructor

Advertised Title

Visiting Assistant Professor

Campus

Columbia

College/Division

College of Arts and Sciences

Department

CAS Political Science

Salary

$65,000

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours Per Week

40

Job Search Category

Faculty

About University Of South Carolina

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 Department of Political Science at the University of South Carolina seeks applications for a 9-month, non-tenure track visiting assistant professor position in Public Administration to begin August 16, 2022. The salary for this position is $65,000. This is a 9-month non-tenure track appointment, renewable for a second year based on Dean’s approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Public Administration, Political Science or a closely related field of study is required by the start date of appointment. Exceptions may be made for those who have successfully defended their dissertation prospectus and are actively working on completing their dissertation.

Number Of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

08/16/2022

Proposed End Date

05/15/2023

Job Open Date

06/06/2022

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions To Applicant

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.

Quicklink For Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/121630

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.

Safety/Security Sensitive Or Requires a CDL

No

Hazardous Weather Category

Non-Essential

Salary : $65,000

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