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Professional-Track Faculty Position School of Information Science BSIS
Inside Higher Ed, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228
Professional-Track Faculty Position School of Information Science BSIS
The School of Information Science (iSchool) at the University of South Carolina (USC) invites applications for a full-time professional-track faculty position to begin August 16, 2026. Appointment may be at the Teaching Assistant Professor or Instructor level, depending on qualifications and unit criteria. The successful candidate will teach courses related to user experience research and design; the social and ethical dimensions of AI and data analytics; cybersecurity in organizational contexts; information integrity and media literacy; and the role of data and information in shaping policy, organizations, and society.
Department:
CIC School of Information Science
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Advertised Salary Range:
Commensurate on experience
About UofSC:
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.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses, with opportunities to teach at the graduate level. Courses may be delivered in face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats.
Participate in shared governance and service activities.
Required Education And Experience
Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Information Science or a closely related field by the start date of employment.
Minimum of two years of professional or academic experience in a related area such as information integrity, user experience research/design, data ethics and policy, organizational communication, or the social impacts of AI and cybersecurity.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience is not required, but desired.
Application Requirements Application review begins November 16, 2025. This position is open until filled.
Applications must include the following:
Cover letter
Resume or Curriculum vitae
List of three references (including name, phone number, and email)
Three letters of recommendation signed and on letterhead (only for candidates selected as finalists) should be emailed directly to Rachel Rolli at rachelrolli@sc.edu. While these letters are only required prior to interview, letters may be uploaded to USCJobs at the time of initial application.
To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196153
EEO Statement: The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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Department:
CIC School of Information Science
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Advertised Salary Range:
Commensurate on experience
About UofSC:
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.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses, with opportunities to teach at the graduate level. Courses may be delivered in face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats.
Participate in shared governance and service activities.
Required Education And Experience
Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Information Science or a closely related field by the start date of employment.
Minimum of two years of professional or academic experience in a related area such as information integrity, user experience research/design, data ethics and policy, organizational communication, or the social impacts of AI and cybersecurity.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience is not required, but desired.
Application Requirements Application review begins November 16, 2025. This position is open until filled.
Applications must include the following:
Cover letter
Resume or Curriculum vitae
List of three references (including name, phone number, and email)
Three letters of recommendation signed and on letterhead (only for candidates selected as finalists) should be emailed directly to Rachel Rolli at rachelrolli@sc.edu. While these letters are only required prior to interview, letters may be uploaded to USCJobs at the time of initial application.
To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196153
EEO Statement: The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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