Instructor, School of Marketing

USM Foundation; Hattiesburg (MS); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a nine-month Instructor of Marketing at the Hattiesburg campus. The position supports Marketing degree programs, minors, and certificates, teaching undergraduate courses and possibly graduate courses depending on credentials.

The role involves a 12-credit-hour load per term, participation in School events, and engagement with students and colleagues to promote teaching excellence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in marketing, business, or a closely related field.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time and continuing basis without sponsorship.
• Ability to teach undergraduate courses and potentially graduate courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester aligned with the Marketing BSBA, minors and certificates.
• Teach courses such as Principles of Marketing and AI Applications in Marketing.
• Demonstrate commitment to high-quality teaching in face-to-face and online environments.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and participate in School events and initiatives.
• Mentor undergraduate students and support recruitment and retention efforts.

Skills

Communication

Student relations

Time management

Online learning

Education

Master's degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Instructor, School of Marketing.

Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States

Division Marketing

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Job Summary

The School of Marketing in the College of Business & Economic Development at The University of Southern Mississippi invites applicants to apply for a nine-month position of Instructor of Marketing beginning in August 2027. This position is for the Hattiesburg campus and will support our growing face-to-face and online Marketing degrees, minors, and certificates.
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses and, depending on academic credentials and program needs, may have opportunities to teach graduate courses. The position carries a teaching load of 12 semester credit hours per term and includes participation in School events and activities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester (or equivalent) to be determined by the Director of the School. Teaching assignments will primarily support the Marketing BSBA degree, minors, certificates, and related programs.
• Teach a variety of marketing courses based on program needs, with particular emphasis on Principles of Marketing, Creative Marketing, AI Applications in Marketing, and/or other courses as needed.
• Demonstrate acommitment to high-quality teaching in both face-to-face and onlinelearning environments, and contribute service supporting the mission of the School,College, and University.
• Collaborate effectively with faculty and staff and participate in School events, activities, and initiatives.
• Additional responsibilities may include mentoring undergraduate students, supporting student recruitment and retention efforts, and performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of a master's degree in marketing, business, or a closely related field is required by the start of the appointment.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full time and continuing basis without current or future sponsorship. Temporary employment authorizations, including OPT and CPT, do not satisfy this requirement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to articulate concepts and instructions effectively to students.
• Capacity to build positive and professional relationships with students and colleagues.
• Skilled in managing course materials, time, and administrative tasks like grading and answering emails.
• Familiarity with standard software for communication and online learning platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates who demonstrate the following are preferred:
Relevant professional experience in marketing
A doctorate in Marketing or a closely related field.
Experience developing and delivering face-to-face and online instruction at the undergraduate level, with graduate teaching experience considered when appropriate to the candidate's academic credentials.
Experience engaging and supporting diverse student populations and developing relationships with community and business partners.
Experience with student recruitment and retention initiatives.
Evidence of effective collaboration in academic or professional environments.
Relevant teaching experience and demonstrated effectiveness in applied, project-based, or client-based learning.
Demonstrated ability to engage students and challenge them to develop the knowledge, skills, and problem-solving abilities needed to become successful marketing professionals.

The Mission of the Marketing Program

Our faculty maintains active research records andconnections with business leaders. We prepare our students to be successfulmarketing professionals by (a) challenging them to develop the knowledge andskills necessary to be effective problem-solvers, and (b) requiring them toapply their knowledge and skills on client-based projects to gain real-worldexperience.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programssuch as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu .

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

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