Assistant/Associate Professor

Mississippi State University • Starkville, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The School Psychology Program at Mississippi State University seeks applicants to join its full-time faculty members for a vacant tenure-track assistant or associate professor position. This role begins in fall 2027 and is part of APA accredited and CAEP/NASP approved programs in School Psychology that have ABAI Verified Course Sequences leading to the BCBA and BCBA-D credentials. The Department of Counseling, Higher Education Leadership, Educational Psychology, and Foundations offers graduate programs (masters and doctoral) in educational psychology, school psychology, applied behavior analysis, higher education leadership and counseling, as well as an undergraduate program in educational psychology. Mississippi State University is a comprehensive, land-grant institution with a very high research activity rating.

Requirements

• Doctorate in psychology or educational psychology with an emphasis in school psychology or a closely related field.
• ABDs will be considered if the degree will be completed by August 15, 2027.

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree from a recognized school psychology program approved by NASP and/or accredited by APA.
• Eligible for licensure as a psychologist in Mississippi.
• Eligible for NCSP certification.
• Eligible for BCBA certification.
• Theoretical orientation consistent with behavioral/cognitive-behavioral foundations.
• Record of, or potential for excellence in teaching of school psychology courses for diverse student population in university settings.
• Record of, or potential for scholarly research activity, as evidenced by publications, presentations, grants, etc.
• Record of, or potential for excellence in service to the department, university and professional organizations.
• Effective interpersonal skills to interact with, engage and inspire students, faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Teaching, scholarly research, service, and program support through the Department of Counseling, Higher Education Leadership, Educational Psychology, and Foundations.
• Undergraduate and graduate teaching.
• Practicum and research supervision.
• Graduate advising.
• Program planning activities.
• Research production.
• Training in the utilization of empirically based assessment, intervention, and consultation methods.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree