University of South Carolina

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• History of the Early American Republic H-Net Job Guide
• 10/01/2026 Job Institution University of South Carolina
• Columbia Institution Type College / University Department History / Center for American Civic Leadership and Public Discourse Location South Carolina, United States Position Assistant Professor The Department of History and the Center for American Civic Leadership and Public Discourse , an academic center in the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Carolina invite applications to fill a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of History, to begin August 16, 2027.

The successful candidate will be appointed in the Department of History.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must have a PhD in History or closely related field at the time of appointment, and a strong research and teaching agenda. Applicants should present evidence of a strong scholarly record and expertise to teach introductory and advanced undergraduate courses and graduate level courses in their area of expertise.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Applications are invited from scholars working in the political thought and legal history of the Early American Republic, 1789-1840. We especially encourage candidates with expertise in areas such as early national jurisprudence, civic cultures, or American political development. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to teach courses on the History of the Early Republic, Republicanism and Constitutional Thought, and the American founding documents. The successful candidate is expected to prioritize commitment to the Center's mission as described below.

ABOUT THE UNITS

The Center for American Civic Leadership and Public Discourse promotes the dialogic, cultural, and civic literacies which are essential to a well-ordered and flourishing American polity. This means educating for knowledge of American history and civics, cultivation of a life-long love of learning, and an understanding and appreciation of our founding documents, and the philosophic, political, literary, and religious traditions out of which they emerged. For more information about the center, visit their website at https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/artsandsciences/centers_and_institutes/civic_leadership/ The Department of History is home to 30+ faculty and 50+ graduate students, over 300 undergraduate majors, and is in Gambrell Hall. Our award-winning faculty teach and conduct impactful research in many subject areas, including the U.S. South, civil rights, race and slavery, the environment, science and technology, popular culture, and public history. For more information about the Department of History, please visit our website at https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/artsandsciences/history/about/index.php

ABOUT THE COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY

The McCausland College of Arts and Sciences is the intellectual, artistic, scientific and instructional heart of the University of South Carolina. We educate most of the university's students, both in the Carolina Core curriculum as well as in our more than 100 academic programs. Our research improves health, wellbeing, education and the environment in South Carolina while also enhancing our cultural heritage. 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.

HOW TO APPLY

All applicants must apply online through USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu . Submit your application using the following link: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213844 A complete application includes: (1) a cover letter describing the candidate's research and teaching interests; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) the names and email addresses of three professional references who will send letters separately, and (4) a writing sample. The three (3) required reference letters must be sent directly to Lori Carey, Department Coordinator by LoriCarey@sc.edu , Interfolio submissions are also welcome. Applications are not considered complete until all letters are received. Review of applications will begin 11/2/2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about this position may be directed to Lori Carey at LoriCarey@sc.edu .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. Contact Information Lori Carey LoriCarey@sc.

edu Job URL https:

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