Professional-Track Faculty Position Information and Communications

InsideHigherEdColumbia, South Carolina, United States

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Professional-Track Faculty Position Information and Communications

Department : CIC College of Information and Communications

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Advertised Salary Range : Salary commensurate on experience

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 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.

Advertised Job Summary

The College of Information and Communications (CIC) invites applications for a nine-month professional-track faculty member to begin August 16, 2026. We are growing our course offerings in the areas of Corporate Communication and Leadership. As such, we seek applicants who can teach and develop classes at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Sample courses of interest include but are not limited to :

Corporate Communication
Organizational Communication
Leadership and Change Communication
Corporate Social Responsibility Communication
Corporate Identity and Branding Communication
Corporate Reputation Communication
Employee Communication
Communication Training & Consulting
Instructional Communication, Training, & Development
Teaching
Participate in shared governance and service activities

Required Education and Experience

Master’s degree or higher in mass communications, journalism or a related field by the start date of employment.

Candidate must have a minimum of two years of professional experience in mass communications, journalism or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching experience is not required, but desired.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicant

Applications are due by January 2, 2026 . The position will remain open until filled.

Candidates should be prepared to upload the following documents :

Letter of application addressing interests and qualifications for the position

Resume or Curriculum vitae

List of three references (including name, phone number, and email)

Three letters of recommendation signed and on letterhead (only for candidates selected as finalists) should be emailed directly to Rachel Rolli at rachelrolli@sc.edu . While these letters are only required prior to interview, letters may be uploaded to USCJobs at the time of initial application.

Inquiries about this posting should be directed to Search Committee Chair Dr. Candice Edrington at candicee@mailbox.sc.edu .

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.

To apply, please visit : https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu / postings / 196180

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.

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