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Position Description
Advertised Job Summary The faculty of the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of South Carolina Columbia Campus invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track position at the rank of Instructor to begin August 16, 2026. The position is a 9-month appointment with full benefits and a teaching load of 8 courses for the academic year.
The initial appointment may be for one or three years and is renewable contingent upon satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding. Professional-track faculty may also become eligible for promotion and renewable contracts up to 5 years in length.
The successful candidate will be assigned a teaching load of four courses each semester (eight per academic year). Courses will include language teaching at all levels and courses in Deaf culture. The successful candidate will maintain an excellent record of teaching while actively engaging in various instructional responsibilities.
Required Education and Experience Candidates must have a Masters degree in hand by August 15, 2026, in an appropriate field such as:
OR a Masters degree with 18 graduate hours in the above disciplines, evidence of two years of successful ASL teaching at the college level, fluency in ASL and English, and must stay updated on current trends and best practices in sign language education.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Remember that applications are not complete until at least 3 signed and dated letters of recommendation are received. Applicants can have letters sent directly to Shakila Mack at shakilam@mailbox.sc.edu.
We will begin reviewing applications right away and that the search will remain open until filled. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Nina Moreno at morenon@mailbox.sc.edu.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After 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.
Quicklink for Postinghttps://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/203875
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