USC Aiken seeks to attract and retain a diverse faculty and staff consistent with our diverse student body and the diversity in the surrounding community.
All positions have to be applied for online. Paper applications will not be accepted.
Staff Positions
Re-advertised Groundskeeper (Building & Grounds Spec III), Minimum Salary: $31,620 per year, USC Aiken Landscaping and Grounds Services At direction from Landscape Manager, performs hands on grounds keeping and landscaping activities to meet University goals and objectives. Knowledge of grounds keeping maintenance standards, requirements and tasks. Enforce and/or practice safe work habits. Knowledge of sprinkler system design, maintenance and turf grass management. Knowledge of personal computer and Excel spreadsheets. Good skills in written and oral communication. Must be able to prioritize tasks. Ability to work with many personality types. Ability to perform strenuous manual labor. Must be able to bend, stretch and pick up at least 50 pounds. Must be able to work outside in heat, cold and rain. Requires a high school diploma and three (3) years related experience. A herbicide license, horticulture training, and experience with operation and maintenance with large irrigation systems preferred. Apply on-line at: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/148371. Application deadline: October 3, 2023. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE. *This posting is a re-advertisement. Applications previously submitted are still being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply. |
Coordinator of Academic Advising (Stu Srvc Prog Coord), Minimum Salary: $49,396 per year, USC Aiken Center for Student Achievement This position will coordinate academic advising for the Center for Student Achievement, including coordinating the QEP First Year initiative. To train, lead, manage, and equip a group of professional academic advisors who train faculty advisors in holistic advising and to empower, teach, and equip student advisees to understand and manage their education degree goals. To represent the Office of Academic Advising as the subject matter expert in holistic student best practice advising to the campus, community, and other academic entities. To support the Center as needed. Requires a Masters degree in Student Services or related field, or bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience. Experience in academic advising and programming. Familiarity with software systems such as M/S Office 365, Banner, DegreeWorks and NAVIGATE preferred. Apply on-line at: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/153604. Application deadline: October 3, 2023. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE. |
HVAC Technician (HVAC/EMST II), Minimum Salary: $54,165 per year (Salary commensurate on qualifications and experience), USC Aiken Operations The HVAC Technician performs preventive and corrective maintenance on all mechanical, electrical & HVAC equipment. Performs general maintenance as required to include, but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and general maintenance. Requires a high school diploma and 5 years directly related experience. Maintains, troubleshoots & repairs the campus energy management system including repair/replacement of controllers, actuator motors, motor drives (VFDS), thermistors, pressure transmitters and other related equipment. Remotely schedules and controls air conditioning & heating system operation based on occupancy. Routine work hours are 8am to 5pm Monday thru Friday. Position requires heavy lifting & possible overtime. Apply online at: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/152936. Application Deadline: October 1, 2023. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE. |
Assistant Athletic Trainer (2 positions available), USC Aiken Athletics The University of South Carolina Aiken sponsors 10 Division II sports and is a member in the National Collegiate Athletic Association and Peach Belt Conference. The University has an enrollment of approximately 3,900 students. The Assistant Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine to aid in the day-to-day operations and provide care to student-athletes at the University of South Carolina Aiken. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will be responsible for the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of emergent, acute or chronic injuries and medical conditions. This is a full-time, 10.5 month position (August 1 – June 15). All candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree, have a valid driver’s license with good driving record and be certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC), and be First Aid/CPR certified. Preferred qualifications: Experience working in Sports in Sports Medicine at the collegiate level; Master’s degree; CSCS. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Apply on-line at: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/152505. Both positions are open until filled. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. |
TEMPORARY POSITIONS
Part-Time Faculty - Mathematics Part-time instructor needed to teach lower-level mathematics courses at University of South Carolina Aiken. Master's degree in mathematics or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours in mathematics. Teaching experience preferred. Send letter of application, resume, graduate, and undergraduate transcripts, and 3 letters of reference to: Dr. Mohammad Hailat, Dept. of Mathematical Sciences, University of South Carolina Aiken, 471 University Pkwy., Aiken SC 29801. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Ph: 803-641-3446. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE. |
Temporary Faculty (TFAC) Pool – College of Sciences & Engineering, USC Aiken The University of South Carolina Aiken is collecting application materials for the College of Sciences & Engineering Part-time Temporary Instructor Pool. Applicants should be able to teach lower-level classes in one the following disciplines:
Master's degree in related field with at least 18 graduate hours in the perspective discipline is required. Teaching experience preferred. Both online and in-person positions may be available. Salary commensurate with education and experience. |
Faculty Positions
Professor of Practice in Cybersecurity The Department of computer Science, Engineering & Mathematics at the University of South Carolina Aiken (USC Aiken) offers a B.S. program in Computer Science with concentrations in Cybersecurity and Game & Simulation. USCA has been designated as a Cyber Center of Excellence by NSA (NSA CAE-CD). Our rapidly growing department invites applications for a non-tenure track 9-month faculty position as Professor of Practice in Cybersecurity to begin as early as January 1, 2024, however, August 16, 2024, will also be considered. Applicants must have a master’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field with eighteen graduate hours in field or a doctorate with eighteen graduate hours in field. Expertise in Cybersecurity, secure cyber environments, and the ability to obtain DoD clearance are essential qualifications and functions for this position. A typical teaching load will be twelve credit hours or four courses per semester. Previous cybersecurity experience with DOE, DOD, miliary, Guard, FBI, Homeland Security, or other such institutions is highly preferred. Successful candidates must have the qualifications listed above, be a committed mentor, and have a passion for teaching a wide range of Cybersecurity and Information Technology courses. Candidates are expected to collaborate with the facilities coming to campus including the South Carolina National Guard’s Cybersecurity Readiness Center, and the Advanced Manufacturing National Lab Collaborative (AMC). In addition, collaboration with area institutions such as the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and the Savannah River Site facilities is expected. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. USC Aiken has the “power of proximity” and is bringing together key partnerships to create a Cybersecurity ecosystem in Aiken County that leverages the missions of Fort Gordon (only 20 miles from USC Aiken), the Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) (only 15 miles from USC Aiken), the South Carolina National Guard, and other South Carolina entities. There are significant synergistic activities that make this position truly unique in South Carolina and throughout the Southeast.
This is an exciting opportunity to help grow our cybersecurity program and our partnerships at USC Aiken. USC Aiken continues to diversify its faculty ranks to more closely resemble our student population, approximately 40% of whom are from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups. USC Aiken is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, transgender status, genetics, protected veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. The initial screening of applicants will begin October 19, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must complete the USC Jobs application online at: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/153594 and upload a) cover letter; b) current curriculum vitae; c) statement of teaching philosophy and teaching interest; and d) unofficial graduate transcripts. Finalists will be required to submit contact information for three references that will be contacted at that time. For more information, please contact Dr. Mohammad Hailat (Department Chair) at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The University of South Carolina Aiken, a public comprehensive university in the University of South Carolina system, offers undergraduate and master’s degrees to more than 3900 students in 50 programs of study. USC Aiken is ranked as a top public regional college in the South by U.S. News & World Report’s guide "America’s Best Colleges" with 23 consecutive years ranking among the top three and 15 times as #1. Additionally, USC Aiken was recognized for being the Best College for Veterans and a Top Performer in Social Mobility. USC Aiken is South Carolina’s COPLAC institution providing a unique and strong liberal arts core within our degree offerings. We boast students from 35 states and 32 countries. USC Aiken has ten NCAA Division II Athletic programs. Learn more about USC Aiken at www.usca.edu. Situated on 450 acres, USC Aiken is located thirty miles from Augusta, GA (home of the Masters Tournament and Fort Gordon, the home of the US Army Cyber Command), 60 miles from Columbia, SC, and within three hours’ drive of Charleston, SC and the Appalachian Mountains, and four hours’ drive of Coastal South Carolina. Aiken is well known for its southern charm, equestrian life and events, famous thoroughbred horses, historic homes, and the wonderful weather. |
Dean of the School of Nursing The University of South Carolina Aiken invites applications for the position of the Dean of the School of Nursing. The Dean provides leadership and guidance in all aspects of the college, including teaching, scholarship/creative activities, intellectual development, program development, advancement, administrative management, and representation of the School both within and outside the University. The School of Nursing supports 16 full time faculty, enrolls approximately 350 students and offers the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) as a face-to-face traditional offering or an RN/BSN completion track online. The BSN program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and is approved by the South Carolina Board of Nursing. The pass rate for the NCLEX exam exceeds the National average. Reporting to the Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, the responsibilities of the dean include, but are not limited to: support faculty recruitment, development, evaluation, and promotion; manage financial, personnel, and physical resources; lead and support accreditation processes; cultivate and steward alumni and community relations; collaborate with partners within and outside the university; and secure and facilitate external funding through fundraising and grant acquisition, both public and private. Qualifications:
Salary is commensurate with education and experience. USC Aiken continues to diversify its faculty ranks to more closely resemble our student population, approximately 40% of whom are from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups. USC Aiken is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, transgender status, genetics, protected veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. Review of applications will begin September 23, 2023, and continue until the position is filled, with face-to-face interviews beginning in January 2024. To be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/152398 and upload the following with their online application: a letter describing the interest and qualifications for the position, a current CV, and full contact information for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without permission. Please direct additional questions to Dr. Judy Beck, Search Chair, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Finalists will be required to submit official hard copy transcripts and three signed recommendation letters. The University of South Carolina Aiken, a public comprehensive university in the University of South Carolina system, offers undergraduate and master’s degrees to more than 3,900 students in 50 programs of study. USC Aiken, newly recognized as a master’s-granting university, has long been ranked as a top public regional college in the South by U.S. News & World Report’s guide "America’s Best Colleges" with 23 consecutive years ranking among the top three and 15 times as #1. Additionally, USC Aiken was recognized for being a Best College for Veterans and a Top Performer in Social Mobility. USC Aiken is South Carolina’s COPLAC institution providing a unique and strong liberal arts core within our degree offerings. We boast students from 35 states and 32 countries. USC Aiken has ten NCAA Division II Athletic programs. Learn more about the Department of Communication and Emerging Media and USC Aiken at www.usca.edu. Situated on 450 acres, USC Aiken is located thirty minutes from Augusta, GA (home of the Masters Tournament and Fort Gordon, new home of US Army Cyber Command), one hour from Columbia, SC, and within three hours of Charleston, SC, coastal beaches, and the Appalachian Mountains. Aiken is noted for its famous thoroughbred horses, numerous parks and golf courses, wonderful weather, spacious avenues, and historic homes. |
Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, University of South Carolina Aiken The University of South Carolina Aiken (USC Aiken), a public regional comprehensive university, invites applications for the position of Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (EVCAA). USC Aiken seeks a proven academic administrator who has the personal and intellectual qualities to lead the University’s academic mission during an exciting and transformative time in the university’s history. The Provost/EVCAA will work closely with the Chancellor and faculty and staff to lead the academic enterprise of the university providing a supportive learning environment in which innovation and excellence thrive. The Provost/EVCAA is the chief academic officer of the University, reporting directly to the Chancellor of the University. The Provost shall advance the mission of USC Aiken in concert with the Chancellor, administrators, faculty, staff, and students. The Provost will assume a leadership role in championing and furthering the goals outlined in the University’s strategic plan. The Provost is an essential partner in continuing efforts that enhance the University's academic reputation as an engaged public university that prepares students to begin successful careers, enter graduate programs, or assume leadership roles. Reporting to the Provost are the deans of the colleges, schools and directors of academic offices, and the Office of Admissions and Enrollment Management. The Provost/EVCAA’s extensive portfolio of responsibilities include:
Qualifications
USC Aiken is a comprehensive university within the University of South Carolina system. As a comprehensive institution with a focus on the liberal arts and sciences, it offers undergraduate and master’s degrees in more than 50 programs of study. USC Aiken is committed to active learning through excellence in teaching, undergraduate research, scholarship, and civic engagement. As a result, for the past two decades, USC Aiken has been ranked as one of the top public regional colleges in the South by U.S. News & World Report. USC Aiken has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education. USC Aiken has been designated a Military-Friendly School by Victory Media, Best for Vets by the Military Times, and a Top School in Military Advanced Education & Transition Guide to Colleges & Universities. USC Aiken is a proud member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC). Grounded in liberal arts tradition, USC Aiken has emerged to become the STEM leader in the region new and emerging programs in engineering, cyber security, data science, and healthcare. Located at the center of academic and government partnerships critical to the nation’s STEM and cybersecurity enterprise, including Savannah River Site, Savannah River National Laboratory, the Department of Energy, U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence, and U.S. Army Cyber Command – USC Aiken is helping advance tomorrow’s workforce through research, education and workforce development in high-demand job fields. The university has furthered that commitment through planned construction of two national, state-of-the-art facilities – the $65 million, 60,000-square-foot Advanced Manufacturing Collaborative in partnership with Savannah River National Laboratory and a $35 million, 43,000-square-foot Cyber Readiness facility in partnership with the South Carolina National Guard. Construction of the AMC is anticipated to be complete in 2024. Founded in 1961, USC Aiken enrolls nearly 4,000 students from 41 states and 25 countries. The campus, situated on 453 acres, is located one hour from Columbia (SC), thirty minutes from Augusta (GA) and within three hours of Charleston (SC), Atlanta (GA), Charlotte (NC), Hilton Head (SC), and the Appalachian Mountains. Learn more about USC Aiken at www.usca.edu. Full consideration will be given to completed applications received by October 15, 2023; however, the position will remain open until filled. The search will remain confidential until finalists are invited to the campus. To be considered, interested parties must apply online at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/150760 and upload the following with their completed application: current resume/academic vita, a list of three references with contact information, and a letter of interest that addresses the qualifications. Finalists will be required to submit official hard-copy transcripts and three signed recommendation letters. Additional questions may be directed to Dr. Tim Lintner, Search Committee Chair, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Additional information is available online at www.usca.edu/provost-search. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. USC Aiken is an AA/EOE. |
Fulltime Faculty Member—Assistant Professor of Nursing The School of Nursing at USC Aiken invites applicants for an Assistant Professor to serve as a full-time faculty member. Expected start date is January 1, 2024. This is a 9-month tenure track position. Requirements: An earned Doctorate in Nursing or related field is required with a PhD preferred. Primary teaching responsibility in a BSN program, with an expectation of teaching in classroom, lab, and clinical settings. Some online teaching may also be required. Individuals with a medical-surgical background and experience teaching nursing research and writing intensive courses are encouraged to apply. Teaching and research experience are preferred. Salary commensurate with qualifications and teaching experience. USC Aiken continues to diversify its faculty ranks to more closely resemble our student population, approximately 40% of whom are from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups. USC Aiken is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, transgender status, genetics, or protected veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. The initial screening of applicants will begin September 18, 2023, and continue until filled. To be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/150119 and upload the following with the online application: a current CV, cover letter, and unofficial graduate transcripts. Three recommendation letters must also be submitted directly to the Chair of the Search Committee in order for the application to be complete. Questions may be directed to Professor Heather Jennings, Chair of the Search Committee at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The University of South Carolina Aiken, a public comprehensive university in the University of South Carolina system, offers undergraduate and master’s degrees to more than 3,900 students in 50 programs of study. USC Aiken, newly recognized as a master’s-granting university, has long been ranked as a top public regional college in the South by U.S. News & World Report’s guide "America’s Best Colleges" with 23 consecutive years ranking among the top three and 15 times as #1. Additionally, USC Aiken was recognized for being a Best College for Veterans and a Top Performer in Social Mobility. USC Aiken is South Carolina’s COPLAC institution providing a unique and strong liberal arts core within our degree offerings. We boast students from 35 states and 32 countries. USC Aiken has ten NCAA Division II Athletic programs. Learn more about USC Aiken at www.usca.edu. Situated on 450 acres, USC Aiken is located thirty miles from Augusta, GA (home of the Masters Tournament and Fort Gordon, the home of the US Army Cyber Command), 60 miles from Columbia, SC, and within three hours’ drive of Charleston, SC and the Appalachian Mountains, and four hours’ drive of Coastal South Carolina. Aiken is well known for its southern charm, equestrian life and events, famous thoroughbred horses, historic homes, and the wonderful weather. |