• Instructor - Introduction to Biology

    University of South Carolina (Columbia, SC)


    Classification Title: Instructor

     

    College/Division: College of Arts and Sciences

     

    Department: CAS Biological Sciences

    Advertised Job Summary:

    The faculty of the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus invites applications for a full time, professional-track position at the rank of Instructor to begin August 16, 2025. The position is a 9-month appointment with a teaching load of 8 courses in Introductory Biology over the 9-months (or the equivalent of 12 credit hours of courses each academic semester). This is an annual appointment that may be renewed contingent upon Dean’s approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.

     

    The successful candidate will teach multiple sections of introductory biology, which may include a combination of BIOL 101 (Biological Principles I; Introductory survey of macromolecules, cell structure and function, genetics and molecular biology), BIOL 102 (Biological Principles II; Introductory survey of plant and animal development, physiology, ecology, and evolution), and/or BIOL 110 (General Biology; Basic biological concepts and issues for non-biology majors). The 4:4 teaching load is equivalent to teaching 12 credit hours of courses each semester. These 12 hours can be any combination of lectures as needed by the department.

     

    The Department of Biological Sciences is a multidisciplinary unit of approximately 1,800 undergraduate students, 70 graduate students, 35 tenure-line, and 22 professional-line faculty representing a broad range of research areas (www.biol.sc.edu). USC (www.sc.edu) is comprised of the state’s flagship university in Columbia (founded in 1801 and currently one of the top 50 “Best Colleges” according to U.S. News and World Report).

     

    Advertised Salary Range: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

    Advertised Minimum Qualifications :

    Candidates must hold a minimum of a master’s degree in Biological Sciences or a related field (or, for PhD candidates without a master’s, must be ABD ) at the time of appointment. Strong organizational and communication skills are required.

     

    Full/Part Time: Full Time