Instructor First- English

Posting Details

Posting Number: FAC
00032PO26

Advertised

Title:

Instructor First-Year English

Campus:
Columbia

College/Division:
College of Arts and Sciences

Department: CAS English

Advertised Salary Range:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Location of Vacancy:
Columbia, SC

Position Type:
Full Time

Hours per Week: 40

Position Category:
Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis: 9 months

Work County:
Richland

Tenure Information:
Professional Track

Job Search Category:
Faculty

About University of South Carolina:
From the Upstate to the Low country, 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.

Veterans' Preference Statement:
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions:
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the Working at USC section on the Applicant Portal at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Advertised

Job Summary:

The Department of English in the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Carolina’s flagship campus in Columbia invites applications for two (2) full‑time, professional‑track faculty positions at the rank of Instructor to begin August 16, 2026. These are 9‑month appointments with full benefits and a teaching load of eight courses across the academic year. Initial appointments may be for one or three years and are renewable, contingent upon satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.

Professional‑track faculty may also become eligible for promotion and for renewable contracts of up to five years in length. The successful candidate will teach a 4:4 load of English 101 and/or English 102 with the possibility of other English courses, dependent upon the needs of the department. With this hire we seek to expand our professional-track faculty to provide excellent, engaging, and effective instruction of first-year composition.

• Teach a 4:4 load of English 101 and/or English 102 with the possibility of other English courses, dependent upon the needs of the department.

Required

Education and Experience:

• Candidates must hold a terminal degree in English or a related discipline, completed by August 15, 2026, and have a minimum of three years of experience teaching English at the college level, with demonstrated excellence in teaching first-year composition.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The ability to teach business and technical writing is highly desirable.

Desired

Start Date:

08/16/2026

Job Open Date: 03/12/2026

Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled:
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant:
must apply online at USCJobs at  Applications must include: (1) a cover letter describing teaching experience and interests; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) the names and email addresses of 3 references (the search committee will request letters of recommendation directly); and (4) evidence of teaching effectiveness (to be submitted under “Other Supporting Documents”), which might include a statement…