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Posting Summary
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Posting Number
FAC00221PO25
Advertised Title
Instructor in Accounting
Campus
Beaufort
College/Division
USC Beaufort College/Division Level
Department
BFT Business Administration
Advertised Salary Range
Commensurate with experience and education
Location of Vacancy
USC Beaufort supported area
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37.5
Position Category
Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis
9 months
Work County
Beaufort
Tenure Information
Professional Track
Job Search Category
Faculty
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Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
Accounting Instructor - Inspire the Next Generation of Accounting Professionals
The University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) invites applications for a dedicated and dynamic Accounting Instructor to join our Business Administration department. This position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in high-quality teaching, student mentorship, and community collaboration in a supportive and growing academic environment.
Primary ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will teach undergraduate accounting courses on the Bluffton campus, with a 5/5 teaching load across introductory, intermediate, and advanced topics in accounting and taxation. Instruction is delivered primarily face-to-face, complemented by hybrid and online offerings as appropriate. Faculty are encouraged to integrate innovative teaching methods and real-world applications to foster student learning and professional readiness.
Service and Engagement
The instructor will contribute to shared governance by serving the program, department, and university. Service generally includes:
- Student advising and mentoring
- Committee participation
- Professional service activities
The instructor will also assist in building relationships with local businesses to expand experiential learning and internship opportunities for accounting students.
Application Process
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit the following materials: - Cover letter detailing qualifications and teaching interests
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Contact information for three professional references
Join us at USCB, where excellence in teaching, student success, and community engagement are at the heart of what we do.
Required Education and Experience
Minimum Qualifications- Earned master's degree in accountancy or taxation from an AACSB-accredited program, OR an MBA/MS with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in accounting from an AACSB-accredited program
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching and serving undergraduate students from underserved and diverse backgrounds
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications- CPA licensure or other professional accounting certification
- Evidence of excellence in teaching, including experience with both in-person and online learning environments
Posting Detail Information
Desired Start Date
01/02/2026
Job Open Date
10/11/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions will remain posted on our employment website for a minimum of five (5) business days. After this period, postings may be closed at the department's discretion. Our site is updated regularly, and the length of the recruitment and screening process may vary depending on the position and related factors. If your qualifications are selected for further consideration, you will be contacted directly by phone or email.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: - Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
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