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Instructor of Speech Communication
State of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
Not specified
Type
Full-Time
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May 17, 2026
SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
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Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job is for a full-time instructor teaching speech communication courses at the University of South Carolina, focusing on helping students improve their public speaking, debate, and professional communication skills through classes like public speaking and argumentation.
A good fit would be someone passionate about education with hands-on experience teaching college-level speech classes and a drive to make lessons engaging and innovative.
The role offers a stable position with benefits and opportunities for renewal based on performance.
Key Requirements
- Master's degree (MA) in Speech Communication or closely related field completed by August 15, 2026
- Minimum of two years of college-level teaching experience in speech communication
- Evidence of effective and innovative teaching methods
- Ability to teach a 4-4 course load, including courses like Public Communication (SPCH 140), Communicating Moral Issues (SPCH 213), Business and Professional Speaking (SPCH 230), and Argumentation and Debate (SPCH 260)
- PhD in Speech Communication preferred, with demonstrated excellence in teaching
- Renewable appointment contingent on performance, departmental needs, and funding
Full Job Description
Part/Full Time:Full Time
Advertised Salary Range:We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
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 Department of English in the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences at the University of South Carolina’s flagship campus in Columbia invites applications for a full time, professional-track faculty position at the rank of Instructor in its Speech Communication and Rhetoric Program to begin August 16, 2026. This is a 9-month appointment with full benefits and a teaching load of eight courses across the academic year. The initial appointment may be for one or three years and is renewable, contingent upon satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding. Professional-track faculty may also become eligible for promotion and renewable contracts up to 5 years in length. The successful candidates will teach a 4-4 load of courses that may include, dependent upon the needs of the department, Public Communication (SPCH 140), Communicating Moral Issues (SPCH 213), Business and Professional Speaking (SPCH 230), and Argumentation and Debate (SPCH 260). With these hires we seek to expand our professional-track faculty to provide excellent, engaging, and effective instruction in oral communication.
Requirements
• Candidates must have completed an MA in Speech Communication or a closely related field by August 15, 2026, and have a minimum of two years of experience teaching speech communication at the college level with evidence of effectiveness and innovation.
Qualifications
• We prefer candidates with a PhD in Speech Communication with experience and demonstrated excellence teaching in the field.
Additional Information
All applicantsmustapply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter describing teaching experience and interests; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) the names and email addresses of 3 references (the search committee will request letters of recommendation directly); and (4) evidence of teaching effectiveness (to be submitted under “Other Supporting Documents”), which might include a statement of teaching philosophy, student evaluations, sample syllabi, sample peer observations, etc.
The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. At the University of South Carolina, 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 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. Please direct inquiries about the search to Gina Ercolini, Director of the Speech Communication and Rhetoric Program, ERCOLINI@mailbox.sc.edu.
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/7003323EEO 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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