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Posted: March 17, 2026 (72 days ago)

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Distinguished Professor of Practice and Public Service

State of South Carolina

University of South Carolina

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Location

South Carolina, 29201

Salary

Not specified

Closes

April 28, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This role involves teaching law courses, guiding students, and helping them find jobs in major East Coast cities like Washington, DC, and New York.

It's a senior teaching position at the University of South Carolina's law school for someone with deep experience in law practice or education.

Ideal candidates are seasoned lawyers or educators with strong networks in public service or top law firms who enjoy mentoring the next generation.

Key Requirements

  • J.D. degree required
  • At least 20 years of practice and/or teaching experience in law
  • Proven experience in graduate-level teaching
  • Distinguished career in public service
  • Leadership roles in prominent law firms and the bar
  • Membership in highly regarded professional and academic organizations
  • Ability to mentor students and facilitate employment opportunities in the Washington, DC to New York corridor

Full Job Description

Distinguished Professor of Practice and Public Service

Department: LAW School of Law

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: Commensurate with 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 Distinguished Professor of Practice and Public Service will teach courses within the legal studies department, mentor students, and facilitate employment opportunities in the Washington, DC to New York corridor for the Rice School of Law students and graduates.

Required Education and Experience

• J.D Degree required.

• 20 years practice and/or teaching experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven and recognized experience in graduate teaching, distinguished career in public service, leadership in prominent law firm and the bar, membership in highly regarded professional and academic organizations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Job Close Date

04/27/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) 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://apptrkr.com/7000546

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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