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Job Summary

Job No: 510731. Position type: Full-Time 9-Month. Department: 313204 – Meridian Division of Education. Location: Meridian Campus, Meridian, MS; Riley Campus, Meridian, MS; Riley Center, Meridian, MS. Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor at Mississippi State University on the Meridian Campus. The Division of Education invites applicants for a non‑tenure track Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor position in Education, teaching primarily in the EdD program in Educational Policy & Organizational Design beginning fall 2025.

Area of Specialization

Education Policy and Organizational Design

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate in an Education‑Related Field; demonstration of excellence in teaching (Associate Teaching Professor) or demonstration of potential for excellence (Assistant Teaching Professor). ABDs will be considered. Level of appointment is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

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, Ed Administration).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Foundational Knowledge in Educational Policy and Leadership: Strong understanding of educational systems, policy implementation, organizational design, and organizational improvement efforts.
• Relevant Professional Experience: Experience working in educational related settings, such as schools, districts, or policy organizations, 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 leaders and policy professionals.
• 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 conferencing tools (e.g., Webex), and a willingness to learn and apply new instructional technologies.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Academic Environment: Duties will be carried out primarily in classrooms, offices, and virtual learning environments. The role involves regular interaction with graduate students, colleagues, and community partners.

Physical Requirements: Work requires typical physical effort found in office or classroom settings, including prolonged periods of sitting, use of a computer, and occasional light lifting (e.g., instructional materials or event supplies).

Schedule Flexibility: This position will include evening teaching with occasional weekend teaching, particularly in support of hybrid courses.

On‑Campus Expectations: While some responsibilities may be performed remotely, regular presence on campus is expected to foster student support, collaboration, and service to the institution.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.

Accommodations for Disabled Applicants

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu. Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.