Posting Number

TMP00493PO23

Job Code Title

Lecturer

Advertised Title

Associate Lecturer

Campus

Upstate

College/Division

USC Upstate College/Division Level

Department

UPS Natural Sciences and Engineering

Salary

$4120 per course ($16,480 for four-course load) with additional salary commensurate with education and experience

Location of Vacancy

USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Part/Full Time

Part Time

Hours per Week

40

Work Schedule

Teaching schedule is based on course schedule and university need (in-person, virtual, and online may be offered)

Job Search Category

Faculty

About University of South Carolina

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.

Diversity Statement

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Advertised Job Summary

The Division of Natural Sciences & Engineering at the University of South Carolina Upstate invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track Associate Lecturer of Physical Chemistry from August 2023 to May 2024. The successful candidate will teach 12 contact hours of undergraduate chemistry courses including physical chemistry I and II lecture and laboratory and other undergraduate courses on the Spartanburg campus. The Division awards an ACS-Certified Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. This position is ideal for a candidate seeking to build teaching experience at a PUI (primarily undergraduate university).

The University of South Carolina Upstate is a regional comprehensive university offering more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts and sciences, business administration, nursing, and education. Located along the I-85 corridor in Spartanburg between Greenville and Charlotte, USC Upstate is ranked by U.S. News and World Report as the South’s best college for veterans and South Carolina’s No. 1 public regional college. It serves as a significant talent producer for the state, with nearly 5,000 students, more than 1,000 new graduates each year, and nearly 30,000 alumni, many of whom live and work in the state. The USC Upstate Spartans compete in 15 NCAA Division 1 sports as a member of the Big South Conference. For more information, visit www.uscupstate.edu.

The College of Science and Technology is comprised of three academic units whose missions all relate to the promotion of STEM-related programming—the Department of Informatics and Engineering Systems, the Division of Mathematics and Computer Science, and the Division of Natural Sciences and Engineering. Each unit offers rigorous and engaging academic programming, opportunities for undergraduate research, engagement with community partners, and internship and service opportunities. The college embraces diversity and student-centered learning, and strives to provide opportunities for growth with the development of innovative cross-disciplinary activities. Our outstanding faculty provide quality instruction, work closely with students, conduct significant research, and are involved in community engagement. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.uscupstate.edu/cst.

Qualifications

Masters degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry or 18 graduate credit hours in a closely aligned field is required at the time of hire. A successful background check is required.

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

08/16/2023

Proposed End Date

05/15/2024

Job Open Date

03/22/2023

Job Close Date

08/17/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

To be considered for this position, applicants must complete the online application and attach any materials that are marked as required. Unofficial transcripts should be uploaded under “Other Supporting Documents”. Should the applicant be invited to interview, additional materials may be requested by the department. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. If selected, official transcripts will be required before the hire date, as well as the successful completion of a background check. Some positions will also require mandatory drug screenings.

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/138652

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.

Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL

No

Hazardous weather category

Non-Essential