Electrical Engineering Instructor - Professional Track

Full Job Description

Electrical Engineering Instructor - Professional Track

Department: CEC Electrical Engineering

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: To commensurate with qualifications

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Advertised Job Summary

The Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing (MCEC ) at the University of South Carolina (USC ) in Columbia is seeking qualified applicants for a Professional Track Faculty Instructor position to support the Department of Electrical Engineering.

This is an 11-month renewable appointment full-time, non-tenure earning instructor position with an anticipated start date of August 2026.

USC is a Flagship, R1 research university experiencing sustained growth in number of students and research.

The Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing has seven academic departments with over 40 academic programs, more than 3,600 undergraduate students, and received over $73m of competitive federal sponsored research awards in 2025.

MCEC received a transformational gift naming the college in 2024 and is on a bold trajectory to continue its rapid rise in elevating student excellence, scholarly impact, and drive economic impact in South Carolina and across the US.

The selected candidate will teach courses in the department. This will be a full-time academic load, which normally consists of three courses per semester during the academic year.

However, teaching load can potentially be reduced to 2 courses per semester when the instructor is involved in teaching Capstone Design courses.

In that case, as the Capstone Senior Design class instructor you will be responsible for new project design in collaboration with industry/government/other USC programs while with effectively guiding and mentoring the students in executing Capstone Design projects in a timely manner.

Additional responsibilities include collecting and analyzing ABET assessment data, reporting them, and contributing to continuous quality improvement.

The instructor will also assist the department chair and other faculty members in the department in preparing and disseminating outreach materials to recruit prospective undergraduate students.

She/he is also expected to participate in student recruitment efforts e.g., hosting student visits, tutorials etc.

Other responsibilities include maintaining regular office hours, conducting required academic performance assessments, and the development of instructional materials to improve courses and student learning experiences.

Review of applications will begin in March 2026, and continue until the position is filled. The expected start date is August 16, 2026.

Interested applicants must apply via USC Jobs https://apptrkr.com/6976003 with the following information: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching statement, and, (4) names and contact information of at least three (3) references.

Minimum Qualifications: An earned master’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by the start of the appointment.

Preferred Qualifications College-level teaching experience, especially Capstone design, is highly preferred.

Industrial research and development experience or experience in government R&D will be beneficial.

Required Education and Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• An earned master’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• College-level teaching experience, especially Capstone design, is highly preferred. Industrial research and development experience or experience in government R&D will be beneficial.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicant

Special Instructions to Applicant

The expected start date is August 16, 2026. Applicants must apply via USC Jobs https://apptrkr.com/6976003 with the following information: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching statement, and, (4) names and contact information of at least three (3) references.

Final candidates will be required to provide at minimum three (3) reference letters directly to the search committee from the individual providing the reference.

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/6976003

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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