Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor

MSU Jobs • Meridian, MS

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mississippi State University's Division of Education on the Meridian Campus is seeking a non-tenure track Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor to teach primarily in educational leadership degree programs starting Fall 2026. The Division of Education has a strong history of service and nationally/internationally recognized faculty, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees both on campus and online. The division supports programs in P-12 education, school counseling, teacher leadership, school administration, educational policy, community college education, and clinical mental health counseling.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Educational Leadership or an Education-Related field.
• Demonstration of excellence in teaching (Associate Teaching Professor) or demonstration of potential for excellence (Assistant Teaching Professor).
• ABD's will be considered.
• Foundational Knowledge in Educational Leadership: Strong understanding of PK-12 educational systems, policy implementation, organizational design, and school improvement efforts.
• Relevant Professional Experience: Experience working in educational settings, such as schools, or districts, with demonstrated involvement in leadership, reform, or program development.
• Commitment to Teaching and Learning: Enthusiasm for teaching adult learners and a willingness to grow as an educator in a higher education setting. Ability to connect theory to practice in meaningful ways for working professionals.
• Collaborative Disposition: Ability to work effectively with colleagues in a team-oriented academic environment and engage with a broad student population.
• Interest in Curriculum and Program Development: Willingness to contribute to the development and refinement of graduate-level coursework that prepares future educational leaders.
• Mentoring Potential: Readiness to advise and support graduate students, particularly those working in professional settings, with a focus on helping them apply research and policy to real-world challenges.
• Strong Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication skills suited to professional and academic contexts.
• Technological Readiness: Basic proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas), video conference tools (e.g., Webex), and a willingness to learn and apply new instructional technologies.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Experience with teaching at the graduate level.
• Experience teaching virtually or online.
• Ability to teach in another discipline in the Division of Education (e.g., Elem. Ed, Secondary Ed).

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibilities will include graduate teaching and advisement, service, and outreach.
• Faculty work closely with area schools, community colleges, and non-profit agencies.

What This Job Offers

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