Adjunct Instructor - Environmental Law and Sustainability Cert Prog.

The University of South Carolina is hiring an Adjunct Instructor for the Environmental Law and Sustainability Certificate Program. The position is part-time, requiring 20 hours per week, and involves teaching courses during the Fall 2026 semester. Candidates should have strong credentials in environmental law and related fields, with a focus on contributing to the academic community at the School of Law in Columbia, South Carolina.
Posting Number


TMP01228PO26






Job Code Title


Instructor






Advertised Title


Adjunct Instructor - Environmental Law and Sustainability Cert Prog.






Campus


Columbia






College/Division


School of Law






Department


LAW LS Environmental Law






Salary


$3,750 - $10,000






Location of Vacancy







Part/Full Time


Part Time






Hours per Week


20






Work Schedule


The work schedule will vary depending on the class schedule.






Job Search Category


Faculty









About USC








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.









Benefits for Temporary Positions




The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.









Position Description








Advertised Job Summary


The University of South Carolina School of Law is seeking adjunct professors to teach courses in the Environmental Law and Sustainability Master of Studies in Law and Certificate programs during the Fall 2026 semester. Applicants should have strong academic credentials in the fields of environmental law, sustainability, climate change, or environmental justice. Successful candidates should demonstrate a high probability of success as a practitioner or teacher and be willing to contribute to the law school’s academic community.






Qualifications


Applicants must have a J.D. or terminal degree in a related field (e.g., environmental engineering, environmental studies or sciences) and at least two years of teaching or practice experience.









Job Duties







Posting Detail Information








Number of Vacancies


08






Desired Start Date


08/16/2026






Proposed End Date


12/31/2026






Job Open Date


06/30/2026






Job Close Date







Open Until Filled


Yes






Special Instructions to Applicant


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/208226






EEO Statement


The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.










Position Attributes



Position Attributes




Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.









Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL


No






Hazardous weather category


Non-Essential