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Adjunct Faculty in Political Science

University of South Carolina and Careers
Carolina, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026

Posting Number
TMP00378PO18

Job Code Title
Instructor

Advertised Title
Adjunct Faculty in Political Science

Campus
Beaufort

College/Division
USC Beaufort College/Division Level

Department
BFT Social Sciences

Salary
Commensurate with experience

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time
Part Time

Hours per Week

Work Schedule
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Job Search Category
Other

About USC

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.

Benefits for Temporary Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary
USCB invites applications for part-time faculty in Political Science. These appointments are on a course by course basis. Previous experience in teaching at the college level is preferred. Documents which must be associated with this posting: Resume/CV and Cover Letter addressing teaching philosophy.

Qualifications
M.A. in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Juris Doctor or graduate degree in a related discipline with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Political Science.

Job Duties

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Proposed End Date

Job Open Date
03/10/2023

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business 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.

Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/26869

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.

Position Attributes

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL
No

Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential

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