Instructor Studio Art (Ceramics)

FAC00128PO25

Instructor Studio Art (Ceramics)

Columbia

College of Arts and Sciences

CAS School of Visual Art and Design

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package

Full Time

40

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

9 months

Richland

Professional Track

Faculty

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.

The faculty of the School of Visual Art and Design at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a full time, professional-track position at the rank of Instructor in Studio Art (Ceramics) to begin August 16, 2026. The position is a 9-month appointment with a 4/4 teaching load. This is an annual appointment that may be renewed contingent upon Dean’s approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.

The successful candidate will teach 4 ceramics courses in Fall semesters and 4 ceramics courses in Spring semesters and be responsible for clay and glaze mixing as well as all kiln firings for instructional use, and should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Additional responsibilities include keeping track of equipment use and maintenance schedules and functionality, keeping the space organized and safe, and other duties as required. Instructors are Professional Track Faculty and, as such, have some service responsibility to the department (SVAD), attend faculty meetings, have opportunities for leadership and advancement/promotion, and may participate in faculty governance

The position requires an MFA (Master of Fine Arts) or more advanced degree in Studio Art with a demonstrated expertise in Ceramics as professional potter and educator by the start date of the appointment.

Responsible for clay and glaze mixing as well as all kiln firings for instructional use, and should be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

08/16/2026

08/14/2025

Yes

All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/. Applications must include:

(1) a cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests, and visual examples of students’ work [links to professional or academic websites for viewing images are acceptable],

(2) a curriculum vitae

(3) The names and email addresses of 3 references who agree to submit letters to the Chair of the Search Committee upon request in December 2025. Remember that applications are not complete until at least 3 signed letters are received.

Review of applications begins December 1, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about this position may be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Brittany Kinard at kinardba@mailbox.sc.edu,and/or to the Director of SVAD, Andrew Graciano at graciano@mailbox.sc.edu.

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.

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193077

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