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Instructor, Geospatial Data Science
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
9899854
Agency
University of South Carolina
Opening Date
10/19/2026
Closing Date
12/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/9899854
Class Code:
UG70
Position Number:
9899854
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade
Unclassified
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Instructor, Geospatial Data Science Department: CAS Geography Part/Full Time: Full Time Advertised Salary Range: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. 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 bachelors 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. Advertised Job Summary The Department of Geography in the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Carolina invites applications for a full-time, professional-track faculty position at the rank of Instructor, to begin August 16, 2027. The position is a nine-month appointment with a teaching load of 4:4 for the academic year. The initial appointment is for one year, that may be renewed contingent upon the deans approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs and the availability of funding. This is intended to be a long-term professional-track faculty position with a clear pathway for promotion through USCs standard professional-track faculty promotion process. This position offers a unique opportunity to join an internationally recognized center of excellence in Geographic Information Science as the department leverages new resources to expand its reach and impact. We seek a scholar-teacher in geospatial data science and innovation who will contribute to local and national priorities through excellent teaching, student mentorship, and engagement with our growing GIScience community. The successful candidate will teach foundational GIScience courses along with advanced offerings that may include, but not limited to, Spatial Programming, WebGIS, Geostatistics, GeoAI, Geospatial Intelligence, and courses in the candidates specialization. The successful candidate may also contribute to the development of data-intensive, computational, and interdisciplinary applications of geospatial technologies across USC. The department is particularly interested in candidates with experience teaching geospatial data science or related topics, curriculum development experience, professional engagement related to teaching and learning, and/or advanced graduate training in these areas. The teaching load is four courses per semester and may include online instruction. Candidates must also participate in mentoring students and departmental service as appropriate. Additional opportunities for summer instruction may also be available. Candidates must demonstrate prior experience as an instructor of record or teaching assistant. The Department currently comprises nineteen tenured/tenure-track faculty and one full-time instructor. Faculty research interests span resource politics, environmental hazards, human rights, coastal geomorphology, energy geographies, health, GIS and remote sensing, biogeography, migration, and climate change, with collaborations across the college, university, and beyond. In addition, the Department faculty lead several institutes and centers including the Hazards, Vulnerability and Resilience Institute (HVRI), Walker Institute of International and Area Studies, and the Center for GIScience and Geospatial Big Data. The Department offers PhD, MS, MA, BS, and BA degrees. For more information about the Department of Geography, please visit https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/artsandsciences/geography.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Required Education and Experience - Masters degree in Geography, GIScience, Geospatial Analytics, Geo-Informatics, or a related field by the time of appointment. - Candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate courses in GIScience and related areas. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications - Masters degree in Geography, GIScience, Geospatial Analytics, Geo-Informatics, or a related field by the time of appointment. - Candidates must demonstrate the ability to teach undergraduate courses in GIScience and related areas. - The department is particularly interested in candidates with experience teaching geospatial data science or related topics, curriculum development experience, professional engagement related to teaching and learning, and/or advanced graduate training in these areas.
Additional Comments
Job Close Date Special Instructions to Applicant Applications must include: (1) a cover letter describing the candidates academic and teaching philosophy; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) the names and email addresses of three professional references; and (4) no more than 2 sample syllabi from previously taught courses. Reference letters will be requested after committee review of candidates. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about this position may be directed to Jean Ellis, Search Committee Chair, at mailto:jtellis@sc.edu. Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) 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. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: - Health and Life Insurance - Retirement Programs - Paid Tuition - Dependent Scholarships - Annual Leave - Sick Leave - 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) - Paid Parental Leave - Professional Development Opportunities Clickhttps://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsc.edu%2Fabout%2Foffices_and_divisions%2Fhuman_resources%2Fcareers%2Findex.php&data=05%7C02%7CCORNELIM%40mailbox.sc.edu%7Cf852bcc5b365468ae90208dea9f8b354%7C4b2a4b19d135420e8bb2b1cd238998cc%7C0%7C0%7C639135082793327465%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FZTRlb2X58uoYCovHxbUZIvTDmCUO6RxuRHZo6lqnxQ%3D&reserved=0 to learn more about why you should work at USC. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9899854 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. je-35dc172b80db4cdeb38619b2d3fee34f
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
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Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Employer State of South Carolina
Agency University of South Carolina Address Division of Human Resources
Columbia, South Carolina, 29208
Phone 803-777-3821
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