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Advertised Title
Asst. Professor - West African History
Advertised Salary Range We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Campus Columbia
College/Division College of Arts and Sciences
Department CAS History
Part / Full Time Full Time
Hours Per Week 40
Basis 9 months
Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Summary The faculty of the Department of History at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a 9‑month, full‑time, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in West African History to begin August 16, 2026.
The position requires a PhD at the time of appointment and a strong research and teaching agenda. The successful candidate should present evidence of a strong scholarly record and will be expected to teach introductory and advanced undergraduate courses and graduate level courses in their areas of interest. The field of research is open but should complement department strengths.
Required Education and Experience
PhD at the time of appointment.
Strong research and teaching agenda.
Evidence of a strong scholarly record.
Ability to teach introductory/advanced undergraduate courses and graduate courses.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in History or related field with a strong research and teaching agenda.
Research that complements department strengths.
Desired Start Date 08/16/2026
Job Open Date 08/11/2025
Special Instructions to Applicant All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Applications must include:
Cover letter describing research and teaching interests
Curriculum vitae
Writing sample
Names and email addresses of three references who will send letters separately.
Letters of recommendation should be submitted to Lori Carey, Department Coordinator at LoriCarey@sc.edu. Applications are incomplete until recommendation letters are received.
Review of complete applications will begin on October 21, 2025. Inquiries may be directed to Lori Carey at LoriCarey@sc.edu.
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.
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Advertised Salary Range We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Campus Columbia
College/Division College of Arts and Sciences
Department CAS History
Part / Full Time Full Time
Hours Per Week 40
Basis 9 months
Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Summary The faculty of the Department of History at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a 9‑month, full‑time, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in West African History to begin August 16, 2026.
The position requires a PhD at the time of appointment and a strong research and teaching agenda. The successful candidate should present evidence of a strong scholarly record and will be expected to teach introductory and advanced undergraduate courses and graduate level courses in their areas of interest. The field of research is open but should complement department strengths.
Required Education and Experience
PhD at the time of appointment.
Strong research and teaching agenda.
Evidence of a strong scholarly record.
Ability to teach introductory/advanced undergraduate courses and graduate courses.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in History or related field with a strong research and teaching agenda.
Research that complements department strengths.
Desired Start Date 08/16/2026
Job Open Date 08/11/2025
Special Instructions to Applicant All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Applications must include:
Cover letter describing research and teaching interests
Curriculum vitae
Writing sample
Names and email addresses of three references who will send letters separately.
Letters of recommendation should be submitted to Lori Carey, Department Coordinator at LoriCarey@sc.edu. Applications are incomplete until recommendation letters are received.
Review of complete applications will begin on October 21, 2025. Inquiries may be directed to Lori Carey at LoriCarey@sc.edu.
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.
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