Assistant Professor of English

Posting Number

FAC00064PO26

Advertised Title Assistant Professor of English Campus Sumter College/Division USC Sumter College/Division Level Department USC Sumter - Palmetto College Advertised Salary Range Salary Commensurate with 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 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. 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 https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Position Description Advertised Job Summary The University of South Carolina Sumter invites qualified candidates to apply for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English position with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2026. The candidate must be willing and able to teach both lower- and upper-level undergraduate English courses in traditional and online settings. This is a 9-month, full-time position focused on teaching, research, and service. Candidates must possess a terminal degree in English or a related field from an accredited institution by the start date of employment, including credentials necessary for departmental approval to teach introductory and upper-level courses as needed. The successful candidate must have at least one academic year of full-time university-level teaching experience as an instructor of record by the start date of employment and should be prepared to demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching and provide evidence of teaching effectiveness.

Preferred qualifications:

Significant experience working with a student population similar to that of a regional or branch campus within a university system Significant experience across both traditional and dual enrollment environments Experience teaching creative writing Experience teaching in an ESL classroom (ESL credential not required) Academic advising experience, especially advising student-athletes and/or ESL students Courses will be taught either face-to-face or online. 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 in the campus environment. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Required Education and Experience Candidates must possess a terminal degree in English or a related field from an accredited institution by the start date of employment, including credentials necessary for departmental approval to teach introductory and upper-level courses as needed. The successful candidate must have at least one academic year of full-time university-level teaching experience as an instructor of record by the start date of employment and should be prepared to demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching and provide evidence of teaching effectiveness.

Preferred Qualifications Preferred qualifications:

Significant experience working with a student population similar to that of a regional or branch campus within a university system Significant experience across both traditional and dual enrollment environments Experience teaching creative writing Experience teaching in an ESL classroom (ESL credential not required) Academic advising experience, especially advising student-athletes and/or ESL students Posting Detail Information Desired Start Date 08/16/2026 Job Open Date 05/14/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant As part of the online process, applicants must submit an application letter (including goals for teaching at a 2-year campus, along with professional career goals and interests), a vita, three current letters of recommendation (confidential letters to be submitted directly by the reviewers at the website), copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts (evaluations of all foreign transcripts to be submitted by USC-accepted agencies), a teaching statement (including a description of teaching philosophy, experience in undergraduate and non-majors courses, and an approach to mentoring diverse individuals), a 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 search committee chair, Dr. Andrew Kunka, at ajkunka@uscsumter.edu.

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