Research Assistant Professor

Position: Research Assistant Professor (Temporary Faculty) Campus: Columbia Department: Institute of Southern Studies, College of Arts and Sciences Salary: $70,000 per annum Employment: Full‑time, 40 hours per week with flexible schedule Job Responsibilities Teach two undergraduate courses per semester: “Introduction to South Carolina” and “Introduction to the American South”. Serve as content coordinator, scheduler, and assistant producer for the “Take on the South” podcast. Coordinate and enhance the Institute’s social media presence. Generate student and community interest in the Institute’s digital initiatives. Support development and demand for the Institute’s Minor in Southern Studies. Qualifications Ph.D. in the humanities or social sciences with demonstrable teaching experience in the U.S. South. Administrative experience within an academic setting. ABD candidates may apply if Ph.D. is conferred before the start date. Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Writing Sample(s)/Sample Publications List of References and Contact Information Optional Documents Other Supporting Documents Teaching Statement Research Statement Benefits Temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week are eligible for health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and retirement programs administered by the State of SC and the Public Employee Benefit Authority. Letters of Recommendation Please send at least three signed letters directly to Lori Carey (Department Coordinator) at View email address on click.appcast.io . Applications without the required letters will not be considered complete. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of South Carolina