Assistant Professor Of English

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number FAC00076PO24 Advertised Title Assistant Professor of English Campus Sumter College/Division USC Sumter College/Division Level Department USC Sumter - Palmetto College Advertised Salary Range Starting salary at least $50,000 per academic year depending on qualifications. Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Sumter Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured Job Search Category Faculty

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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.

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The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The University of South Carolina Sumter invites qualified candidates to apply for tenure-track Assistant Professor of English with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2024. Candidate must be willing and able to teach both lower and upper-level undergraduate courses in English in both traditional and online settings.

This is a 9-month full-time teaching, research, and service position. Candidates must possess a doctorate in English from an accredited institution by the beginning date of employment, including credentials necessary for departmental approval to teach introductory and upper-level courses as needed. ABD candidates meeting the same qualifications will be considered for an interview but must have a terminal degree in hand by the time of appointment. The successful candidate must have at least 8 months of part-time experience as instructor of record for undergraduate courses (such as introductory-level critical reading and composition courses and introductory-level rhetoric and composition courses) by the start date of employment.

The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours (four courses) per semester. Evidence of teaching effectiveness is required.

Applicants must also demonstrate a strong commitment to establishing and maintaining professional activity in scholarship and service, including student advising, mentoring, and participation on campus and Palmetto College committees. Starting salary at least $50,000 per academic year depending on qualifications.

The initial screening of applicants will begin April 2024 and continue until filled.

Required Education and Experience

Candidates must possess a doctorate in English from an accredited institution by the beginning date of employment, including credentials necessary for departmental approval to teach introductory and upper-level courses as needed. ABD candidates meeting the same qualifications will be considered for an interview but must have a terminal degree in hand by the time of appointment. The successful candidate must have at least 8 months of part-time experience as instructor of record for undergraduate courses (such as introductory-level critical reading and composition courses and introductory-level rhetoric and composition courses) by the start date of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

instructor of record for undergraduate courses (such as introductory-level critical reading and composition courses and introductory-level rhetoric and composition courses)

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date 08/16/2024 Job Open Date 03/27/2024 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

The University of South Carolina requires individuals to apply online for all job vacancies. You may access the USC Jobs Online Employment site at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.

As part of the online process, applicants must submit an application letter (to include their goals of teaching at a 2-year campus in addition to their professional career goals and interests), vita, three current letters of recommendation (confidential letters to be submitted by the reviewers directly at the website), copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (evaluation of all foreign transcripts to be submitted by USC accepted agencies), teaching statement (to include a description of teaching philosophy, experience in undergraduate and non-majors courses, and approach to mentoring diverse individuals), teaching portfolio containing summaries of teaching evaluations or other evidence of excellence in undergraduate-level teaching, and a research statement. If you have any questions about the position, please contact the chair of the search committee: Dr. Ray McManus at drmcman@uscsumter.edu.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/166181 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.

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• Other Supporting Documents

• Teaching Portfolio

• Teaching Statement

• Research Statement

Optional Documents