Assistant Professor-Institutions and Inequalities
Listed on 2026-01-13
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic, Education Administration, Faculty
Overview
Posting Summary
Posting Number FAC
00162PO25
Advertised Title Assistant Professor-Institutions and Inequalities
Campus Columbia
College/Division College of Arts and Sciences
Department CAS Sociology
Advertised Salary Range We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time
Hours per Week 40
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 9 months
Work County Richland
Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category Faculty
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Low country, 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.
Posting Summary Logo Posting Number FAC
00162PO25 Advertised Title Assistant Professor-Institutions and Inequalities Campus Columbia College/Division College of Arts and Sciences Department CAS Sociology Advertised Salary Range We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 40 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Richland
Supplemental Information
About USC
From the Upstate to the Low country, 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.
Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary The faculty of the Department of Sociology at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 16, 2026. We seek candidates with expertise complementary to our department’s focus area in inequalities broadly defined. Successful candidates will be expected to maintain an active program of research, teach, contribute to departmental service, and mentor graduate students in our Ph.D. program.
Required Education and Experience
- Applicants must have a PhD degree in sociology or a closely related field by the start date of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Desired Start Date 08/16/2026
Job Open Date 09/08/2025
Job Close Date Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Applications must include: (1) a cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests (2-3 pages), (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a writing sample exemplar of their research germane to the position, and (4) the names and email addresses of 3 references, who will not be contacted until after the initial screening process.
We will begin reviewing applications on Oct 10th. Inquiries about this position may be directed to Recruitment…
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