Assistant Professor

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Posting Number:

FAC00168PO25

Advertised Title

Assistant Professor

Campus

Columbia

College/Division

Darla Moore School of Business

Department

DMSB Finance

Advertised Salary Range

$238,000 - $250,000

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5

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 Finance Department at the Darla Moore School of Business, University of South Carolina, invites applications for a high-potential faculty member who aspires to excellence in teaching and research with expertise in all areas of finance as well as risk management and insurance and real estate. Salary and compensation are highly competitive and commensurate with experience and achievements. All faculty searches are subject to the availability of funding.

Required Education And Experience

Qualifications include a PhD by the start date of employment (August 16, 2026) and demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and research. ABDs may apply.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with expertise in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or other cutting-edge computing like Quantum Computing is preferred.

Desired Start Date

08/16/2026

Job Open Date

09/09/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions To Applicant

Applications should include three (3) samples of research and evidence of teaching excellence. Applicants must arrange for three (3) letters of recommendation to be sent to [email protected]. Letters of recommendation must be signed, on letterhead, and sent directly by the references (not by the applicant).

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/194524

EEO Statement

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