"Assistant Professor or Instructor of Computer Science"

Assistant Professor or Instructor of Computer Science

The University of South Carolina Lancaster, a Palmetto College campus of the University of South Carolina located approximately thirty-five (35) miles south of Charlotte, NC seeks candidates for a faculty position in Computer Science for a 9-month appointment at the rank of either Assistant Professor or Instructor of Computer Science beginning August 16, 2026, or January 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will typically teach twelve credit hours of undergraduate (freshmen and sophomore) computer science courses per semester or its equivalent, including evening and distributed learning courses as well as courses for dual-credit high school students at both Indian Land and main Lancaster campus locations. In addition to these foundational courses, there may be opportunities to teach upper-level courses in the University’s Palmetto College online bachelor’s degree programs.

Applicants for the professional-track Instructor rank must have a Master’s degree in computer science with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in computer science by the time of the appointment (ABDs considered) and a commitment to university/community service.

Applicants for the tenure-track Assistant Professor rank must hold a PhD in computer science with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in computer science by the start date of employment (ABDs considered) and have a commitment to scholarship and university/community service.

Application materials are accepted online https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196872. Only applications and materials submitted through the online application process will be considered.

Applicants must complete an application, upload a cover letter that specifically addresses the applicant’s qualifications, provide a curriculum vitae, and share graduate transcripts. Applicants must also provide contact information, to include an email address, for a minimum of three professional references, and graduate transcripts (uploaded as “Other Supporting Documents”).

The University of South Carolina Lancaster, through the State of South Carolina and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs.