Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor in Educational Leadership at Mississippi State University on the Meridian Campus, starting fall 2026. This non-tenure track position focuses on teaching primarily in educational leadership degree programs.

The ideal candidate will hold a doctorate in an educational field with experience or potential for excellence in teaching. Responsibilities include advising graduate students, collaborating with schools and non-profits, and participating in academic service.

Qualifications

• Demonstration of excellence in teaching or potential for excellence.
• Minimum of 3 years experience at the graduate level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Graduate teaching and advisement.
• Service and outreach.
• Work closely with schools and community colleges.

Skills

Foundational Knowledge in Educational Leadership

Strong Communication Skills

Commitment to Teaching and Learning

Collaborative Disposition

Technological Readiness

Education

Doctorate in Educational Leadership or Education-Related field

Job description

Position Function

Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor in Educational Leadership at Mississippi State University on the Meridian Campus. Non-tenure track position, teaching primarily in educational leadership degree programs beginning fall 2026.

Responsibilities

• Graduate teaching and advisement.
• Service and outreach.
• Work closely with schools, community colleges, and non-profit agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in Educational Leadership or an Education-Related field.
• Demonstration of excellence in teaching (Associate Teaching Professor) or potential for excellence (Assistant Teaching Professor).
• ABD considered.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Foundational Knowledge in Educational Leadership.
• Relevant Professional Experience.
• Commitment to Teaching and Learning.
• Collaborative Disposition.
• Interest in Curriculum and Program Development.
• Mentoring Potential.
• Strong Communication Skills.
• Technological Readiness.

Working Conditions

Academic environment; duties primarily in classrooms, offices, and virtual learning environments. Regular interaction with graduate students, colleagues, and community partners. Physical requirements include typical classroom effort such as prolonged sitting and occasional light lifting.

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.