Information Science Instructor

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: about 16 hours ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Summary


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Posting Number FAC00036PO24
Advertised Title Information Science Instructor
Campus Columbia
College/Division College of Information and Communications
Department CIC School of Information Science
Advertised Salary Range $60,000 - Commensurate with experience
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 9 months
Work County Richland
Tenure Information Professional Track
Job Search Category Faculty


About USC


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.
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At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.


Benefits for FTE Positions


The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the benefits section on the Applicant Portal. 




Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
The School of Information Science (iSchool) at the University of South Carolina (USC) invites applications for an instructor to begin August 16, 2024. We are seeking someone to teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The classes are related to programming, data analytics, artificial intelligence, applied data and text mining, and user experience (UX).
Responsibilities:
  • This position has an expected teaching workload of eight courses per academic year.
  • Attend monthly faculty meetings.
  • Select service activities may include committee work.



The School of Information Science
Our diverse, engaged faculty and staff enjoy a dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment within the school. In addition, a rich potential for collaborative and interdisciplinary connections exists across the university, including for example, The USC Arnold School of Public Health, the College of Education, and our sister school, the School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Examples of existing faculty research expertise include information behavior and information practices of marginalized groups; misinformation and disinformation; equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice; LIS Education; accessibility and disability studies; public libraries and cultural heritage institutions; diversity in children’s literature; community literacy; school librarianship; knowledge management; international librarianship; social media analysis, big data, and text mining; copyright; medical and health informatics; data analytics; information visualization; health and medical librarianship; critical youth studies; information policy; digital inclusion; and, information access and information poverty; Artificial Intelligence. The college is one of the few information schools in the US that teaches multiple programming languages (R and Python).
College of Information and Communications
The College of Information and Communications is home to two nationally recognized schools, the School of Journalism and Mass Communications and the School of Information Science. The college provides outstanding teaching, research, and community outreach. As such, it is one of only a few universities to combine its communications and information science programs, two rapidly evolving — and converging — fields united by a shared belief that information accessibility is the cornerstone of self-governance. The College has approximately 1,800 undergraduates, 500 graduate students, and more than 100 faculty and staff members. New assets available to faculty and students in both schools include the Social Media Insights Lab and the Biometric and User Experience Lab. Both are designed to facilitate the study of issues related to data, media, and their impact on society.
The University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina in Columbia is the major research institution of the University of South Carolina system and its largest campus, enrolling approximately 35,000 students. The university offers over 320 degrees at the bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and professional program levels. Founded in 1801, it is among America’s oldest and most comprehensive public universities and is one of only 32 public universities to earn the Carnegie Foundation’s top-tier designations in both research activity and community engagement. South Carolina’s capital city is currently undergoing several urban revitalization projects and offers residents a growing range of artistic, cultural, and recreational opportunities.
Required Education and Experience
Master’s degree in information science/systems, informatics, data science, business, computer science, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to teach students how to derive valuable communication insights from large data sets using today’s data science programming languages (e.g. R/Python).
  • Experience using database systems such as SQL.
  • Experience working in and/or teaching data visualization (Tableau).
  • Experience teaching at the college/university level.
  • Ability to teach via face-to-face, online, or hybrid delivery.
  • The applicant shows potential for teaching effectiveness. Typical indicators include past teaching/course evaluations, a documented history of developed courses/curricula, and/or pedagogical training.


Posting Detail Information


Desired Start Date 08/16/2024
Job Open Date 02/20/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Application review begins on April 8, 2024. This position is open until filled. Applications must include the following:
  • Cover letter
  • Current vitae
  • Teaching statement
  • List of three references (including name, phone number, and email)
  • Three letters of recommendation (solicited prior to final interview) – are listed as optional documents, while the three letters are required prior to final interview, letters may be uploaded with the application, but it is not required.


    • For further information about this position, please contact the Search Committee Co-Chair, Ehsan Mohammadi ([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.
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