Asst. Professor - West African History

Logo : Posting Number :

FAC00120PO25

Advertised Title :

Asst. Professor - West African History

Campus : Columbia

College / Division :

College of Arts and Sciences

Department : CAS History

Advertised Salary Range :

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Part / Full Time : Full Time

Hours per Week : 40

Position Category :

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis : 9 months

Work County : Richland

Tenure Information :

Tenure-Track / Tenured

Job Search Category :

Faculty

About University of South Carolina :

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 faculty of the Department of History at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a 9-month, full time, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in West African History to begin August 16, 2026.

The position requires a PhD at the time of appointment, and a strong research and teaching agenda. The successful candidate should present evidence of a strong scholarly record and will be expected to teach introductory and advanced undergraduate courses and graduate level courses in their areas of interest. The field of research is open but should complement department strengths.

For more information about the Department of History, please visit our website at https : / / sc.edu / study / colleges_schools / artsandsciences / history / index.php / front-page

Required Education and Experience :

• The position requires a PhD at the time of appointment, and a strong research and teaching agenda.
• The successful candidate should present evidence of a strong scholarly record and will be expected to teach introductory and advanced undergraduate courses and graduate level courses in their areas of interest.
• The field of research is open but should complement department strengths.

Preferred Qualifications :

Desired Start Date : 08 / 16 / 2026

Job Open Date : 08 / 11 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant :

All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https : / / uscjobs.sc.edu . Applications must include : (1) a cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a writing sample and (4) the names and email addresses of three references who will send letters separately.

Please submit letters of recommendation to Lori Carey, Department Coordinator via email at : LoriCarey@sc.edu . Applications are not considered complete until the letters are received.

Reviewing of complete applications will begin on October 21, 2025. Inquiries about this position may be directed to Lori Carey, Department Coordinator at LoriCarey@sc.edu

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 / 192443

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