Instructor of Mathematics

Posting Number

FAC00216PO25

Advertised Title

Instructor of Mathematics

Campus

Columbia

College/Division

College of Arts and Sciences

Department

CAS Mathematics

Advertised Salary Range

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Location of Vacancy

Columbia, SC

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

40

Position Category

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis

11 months

Work County

Richland

Tenure Information

Professional Track

Job Search Category

Faculty

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

As the department is continuing to grow its enrollment numbers, The Department of Mathematics is seeking two (2) full-time, professional-track Instructors. The position is an 11-month appointment with a teaching load of 8 courses for the academic year.

The candidate will be expected to teach the department’s introductory courses. A successful candidate will teach coordinated undergraduate courses including, but not limited to, college algebra, finite and discrete mathematics, precalculus, applied calculus, calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra.

Required Education and Experience

• Requires a master’s degree in mathematics or mathematics education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching.
• Experience in teaching one or more of the following: college algebra, finite and discrete mathematics, precalculus, applied calculus, calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra.

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date

08/16/2026

Job Open Date

10/15/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Applicants may also apply via MathJobs at https://www.mathjobs.org, but an application will be considered complete only after submission through USCJobs. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter, (2) a statement of teaching philosophy, (3) teaching evaluations, (4) a current CV, and (5) at least three signed letters of recommendation specifically addressing the teaching of the applicant.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position may be directed to Dr. Matthew Boylan at [email protected].

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.

Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196136

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