Job description
Posting Number: FAC00060PO26
Campus: Beaufort
College/Division: USC Beaufort College/Division Level
Department: BFT Social Sciences
Location of Vacancy
Bluffton SC
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Hours per Week: 37.5
Position Category
Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis: 9 months
Work County
Beaufort
Tenure Information
Professional Track
Job Search Category: Faculty
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.
Advertised Job Summary
The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) invites applications for a dynamic and student-centered Instructor of Psychology to join our growing academic community. This is a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track appointment beginning August 16, 2026, with the possibility of renewal.
USCB seeks an engaging educator who is passionate about undergraduate teaching and committed to fostering an inclusive, high-impact learning environment. The successful candidate will teach a 5/5 course load, delivering a mix of face-to-face and online courses. Teaching responsibilities include foundational courses in the psychology curriculum as well as upper-level electives aligned with the candidate’s expertise and program needs.
Beyond the classroom, this role offers the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to student success through academic advising and active participation in departmental and university service. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to mentorship, collaboration, and innovative teaching practices that support a diverse student population.
USCB offers a collaborative campus culture, small class sizes, and a strong emphasis on teaching excellence. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Education and Experience
The successful candidate must possess:
- An earned Master’s degree in Psychology or a closely related field, or a master’s degree in another discipline with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Psychology.
- Candidates must have a minimum of three years of experience teaching undergraduate psychology courses and must demonstrate evidence of effective teaching in both face-to-face and online modalities.
- A strong commitment to high-quality undergraduate instruction is required
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching a range of undergraduate psychology courses, including both core and upper-level offerings, and whose areas of expertise complement departmental needs. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate education and student success, as well as the ability to effectively engage and support an increasingly diverse student population.
Desired Start Date: 08/16/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
How to apply
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.
This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
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.
