Instructor, Political Science

Logo Posting Number FAC00017PO25 Advertised Title Instructor, Political Science Campus Salkehatchie College/Division USC Salkehatchie College/Division Level Department USC Salkehatchie Palmetto College Advertised Salary Range $50,000-$55,000 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Colleton Tenure Information Professional Track Job Search Category Faculty

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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.

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Instructor of Political Science. Appointment beginning Fall 2025. A minimum of a Master’s degree is required. The successful candidate will have experience teaching Political Science courses at the college level and have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching of both day and evening classes. The teaching load is twelve (12) contact hours per semester. Student advising, mentoring and participation in campus committees are expected. USC Salkehatchie is part of USC’s Palmetto College which involves offering four-year degrees through multiple forms of course delivery and learning, such as two-way video delivery (videoconferencing) and online learning (Blackboard or similar course management system). Summer teaching opportunities are available, depending on funding and curricular need.

Required Education And Experience

A minimum of a Master’s degree is required. The successful candidate will have experience teaching Political Science courses at the college level and be approved through the USC Columbia Political Science Department.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in Political Science

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date 08/16/2025 Job Open Date 02/07/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

Review of applications will begin February 7, 2025, and continue until position is filled. Applicants should upload all graduate transcripts under “Other Supporting Documents”

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