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Job description
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number:
Agency: University of South Carolina
Opening Date: 09/15/2026
Closing Date: 11/14/ :59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: UE06
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Unclassified
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Your application must be submitted online at Google Chrome must be used as the preferred internet browser to enter the applicant portal. QuickLink (Place in Browser):
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Open Rank Faculty Hospitality, Resort, and Tourism Management
Department: BFT Hospitality Management
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Advertised Salary Range: Salary commensurate with qualifications
About UofSC
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 University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track, open-rank faculty position in the Department of Hospitality, Resort, and Tourism Management, beginning August 16, 2027. The rank of Assistant or Associate Professor will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
The Hospitality, Resort, and Tourism Management program offers a Bachelor of Science degree with campus-based and online opportunities. The program prepares students for professional careers in the hospitality and tourism industries, including lodging, food and beverage, resort and club management, tourism, and event management. Located in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, USCB provides faculty and students with exceptional opportunities to engage with regional hospitality and tourism organizations and to incorporate experiential learning into the curriculum.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, scholarship, student engagement, and service. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate courses in Hospitality, Resort, and Tourism Management and related areas, with opportunities to teach courses in areas such as event management, human resources, leadership, and hospitality management. Courses may be delivered in face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online formats on the Bluffton and Hilton Head Island campuses and through USCB's online programs. The standard teaching load is 4/4.
Teaching:
Teach undergraduate courses in Hospitality, Resort, and Tourism Management and related disciplines; develop and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction across face-to-face, hybrid, and online modalities; advise and mentor students; and contribute to curriculum development and assessment. The successful candidate will support experiential and applied learning opportunities that connect classroom instruction with the hospitality and tourism industry.
Scholarship:
Maintain an active program of scholarship appropriate to the candidate's area of expertise and rank. Scholarly activities may include peer-reviewed publications, professional presentations, applied research, grants, and other contributions to the discipline. Candidates are expected to engage undergraduate students in research, applied projects, and other scholarly or professional activities as appropriate. Contributions to the scholarship of teaching and learning are encouraged.
Service:
Participate in shared governance and provide service to the program, department, college, and university through committee participation, student advising and mentoring, program assessment, recruitment, and other assigned responsibilities. The successful candidate will also contribute to professional and community service and develop relationships with hospitality and tourism industry partners. Collaboration with the faculty to strengthen connections between USCB and the regional hospitality and tourism community connections with local leaders and foster meaningful experiential learning opportunities for hospitality students.
This 9-month tenure-track position begins on August 16, 2027, and is being advertised as an open-rank position depending on qualifications. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Required Education and Experience
Doctoral degree in Hospitality Management, Tourism, or related field from an accredited institution. Ph.D. preferred but will consider other terminal degrees. ABDs will be considered as long as the degree is earned by the start date.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous work and/or teaching experience in the field of Hospitality or Tourism. Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE®) credentialing is a plus.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Job Close Date
Special Instructions to 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.
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EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Worksite address
columbia, SC, 29228, US
Who can apply
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