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Senior Project Manager

• 511302

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 194100 - Advanced Composites Institute

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Research - RES

The Project Manager serves under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Operations and Execution and is responsible for planning, coordinating, monitoring, and executing strategic initiatives that support Mississippi State University's Advanced Composites Institute (ACI). This position manages multiple concurrent projects and serves as a critical link between government sponsors, industry partners, academic institutions, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and achievement of organizational objectives. The Project Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining detailed project timelines, schedules, milestones, and performance metrics while creating and maintaining tracking tools, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to ensure all project tasks, deliverables, and action items are completed on schedule and in accordance with sponsor requirements. The position proactively identifies risks, bottlenecks, and resource constraints, implementing corrective actions as needed to maintain project momentum and ensure successful outcomes. Through effective coordination and communication, the Project Manager supports ACI's mission of advancing composites manufacturing, strengthening the defense industrial base, developing workforce capabilities, accelerating technology transition, and promoting innovative manufacturing solutions that support national and economic security objectives.

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Extension Agent

• 511374

• Walthal County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 019174 - MSU Extension- Walthall County

• Extension Agent
• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MSUES - GEX

Responsible for providing leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive non-formal, experiential educational program in the area of positive youth development (4-H). The Extension Agent serves as a member of the county team to determine effective programming priorities and delivery methods for the community.

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Research Technician

• 511159

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 080300 - FWRC-Wildlife,Fisheries&Aquaculture

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine-Forest Res - AFR

The research technician will work directly with team leads, undergraduate students and/or recent graduates, and federal and state conservation partners in the southeastern region to review state and regional conservation planning documents and populate and deploy advanced data applications focused on prioritized species conservation and habitat recovery efforts.

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Clinical Laboratory Manager ***Internal Posting***

• 511369

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 560115 - SHC - Laboratory

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Student Affairs - STA

Directs and coordinates activities of employees engaged in performing laboratory tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Also performs duties of Medical Technologist.

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Facilities Supervisor

• 511365

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 016600 - Foundation Herds

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MAFES - GMA

The management and operation of the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station (MAFES) Horse Unit located at the H.H. Levick Animal Research Center.

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Medical Technologist

• 511379

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 183905 - CVM Pathobiology Dept Admin

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CVM - AVM

To perform a variety of diagnostic analyses and procedures on specimens from all animal species; to assist training of students and new employees in the diagnostic laboratory section. Monitor and maintain the CVM Diagnostic Laboratory’s quality control program according to the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnostician’ s (AAVLD’s) standards. Oversee maintenance of all laboratory equipment; and to maintain inventory control within a specified budget.

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Director of Occupancy Management

• 511372

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 520193 - Student Housing - Administration

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Student Affairs - STA

The Director of Occupancy Management provides strategic leadership for housing assignments, occupancy management, residential marketing, communications, and housing select technology systems within Mississippi State University's Department of Housing and Residence Life. The position is responsible for developing and implementing innovative strategies that support occupancy goals, optimize housing resources, enhance the residential student experience, and advance departmental and university enrollment objectives. As a member of the Housing and Residence Life leadership team, the Director collaborates extensively with Enrollment Management, Admissions, Orientation and Events, Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, Athletics, Information Technology Services, and other university stakeholders to align housing operations with Mississippi State University's strategic priorities. Through data-informed decision-making, assessment, technology optimization, and collaborative partnerships, the Director leads efforts related to housing demand management, occupancy forecasting, assignment operations, marketing, communications, and student engagement. The Director serves as the department's primary leader for housing assignments and occupancy strategy and is responsible for ensuring effective utilization of residential facilities while promoting a student-centered, service-oriented residential experience.

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Campus Security Officer

• 511377

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 470900 - Police

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Student Affairs - STA

This position is a non-sworn, uniformed officer. The following examples are intended as illustrations only of the various types of duties assigned in positions allocated to this classification. The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position.

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ICU Technician Trainee

• 511378

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 184100 - CVM AHC Administration

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CVM - AVM

The ICU technician position provides primary care to all emergency patients and advanced care for critical patients of the Animal Health Center (AHC) along with support for hospitalized patients. Though legally limited to providing patient care except for diagnosing, prescribing, or performing surgery; these vital technicians are responsible for executing the wishes of the veterinary medical doctor team and monitoring patient response. In addition to these supporting roles, ICU technicians provide instruction for the professional DVM veterinary students, as well as Bachelor's degree Veterinary Medical Technology students.

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Postdoctoral Research Associate

• 511375

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 192900 - nSPARC

• Professional

• Time-Limited Full-Time 12-Month

• Research - RES

The National Strategic Planning & Analysis Research Center (NSPARC) at Mississippi State University is a trusted source for inspired research, advanced analytics, and software architecture and development. NSPARC conducts interdisciplinary work across workforce and economic development, education, health, human services, corrections, and related public-interest domains. NSPARC seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join an interdisciplinary team conducting applied research. The successful candidate will work with combinations of structured and unstructured data, including tabular and administrative records, longitudinal and time-series data, text, images, and other sensor or digital data, and translate research questions into reproducible analyses, validated models, scholarly products, and decision-support tools. The candidate will also design, develop, and evaluate artificial intelligence and machine learning methods for complex, multimodal datasets. A central expectation of the position is to work closely with NSPARC research faculty and staff to contribute to the Center’s research portfolio through the development of new research ideas, preparation of research proposals and grant applications, and writing peer-reviewed publications. The candidate will also be encouraged to explore emerging research directions, help formulate research questions, and contribute to collaborative and interdisciplinary projects. The role is well suited to a researcher who can move fluently from research question formulation and exploration analysis to model development, rigorous evaluation, interpretation, and communication. The candidate will work closely with research faculty, scientists, software engineers, data professionals, and students to conduct interdisciplinary research, and explore emerging research directions, while demonstrating initiative and intellectual independence.

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Office Associate

• 511371

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 520200 - Butler Guest House - Guest Services

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Student Affairs - STA

Performs a variety of basic to complex office support and/or secretarial duties for a specified unit/department, which require a range of skills and knowledge of organizational policies and procedures.

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Data Analyst (Research)

• 511367

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 192900 - nSPARC

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Research - RES

This position will be housed in NSPARC. The primary functions of this position include conducting research and data analysis and writing reports and producing other materials current research in the fields of workforce, education, and economic development.

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Clinical Instructor I

• 511353

• Rankin County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 184200 - Animal and Emergency Referral Center

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CVM - AVM

Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine has a Clinical Instructor I position for Emergency Medicine available to work at the AERC in Flowood, MS.

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Extension Agent

• 511363

• Benton County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 019305 - MSU Extension- Benton County

• Extension Agent
• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MSUES - GEX

The primary responsibility of the Family Health and Wellness Extension Agent is to provide leadership in the development, implementation, delivery, and evaluation of a comprehensive educational program focused on Family Health and Wellness, which includes early childhood education, family financial management, health, food safety, and nutrition The Extension Agent will work closely with county residents, community leaders, industry representatives, and partner agencies to identify local needs and deliver research based information that addresses those needs. Specifically, the Extension Agent will provide leadership and Extension educational programming, to address the needs and priorities of Benton County clientele. The Family Health and Wellness (FHW) Extension Agent will assess local needs, develop and deliver research based educational programs, and collaborate with community partners to improve the quality of life for individuals and families throughout the county.

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Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor

• 511298

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 060100 - Aerospace Engineering

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Engineering - AEN

The Department of Aerospace Engineering (ASE) at Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions in the areas of (1) Dynamics, Control, and Autonomy, with applications to aerospace Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC); (2) Aerospace Structures and Materials, with a focus on composite manufacturing; and (3) Astronautics, with preferred emphasis on orbital mechanics and spacecraft design. Entry at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank is possible based on qualifications and experience. Outstanding candidates will be eligible for an appointment as an Endowed Chair in Aerospace Engineering.

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Extension Agent

• 511332

• Simpson County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 019164 - MSU Extension- Simpson County

• Extension Agent
• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MSUES - GEX

The primary responsibility for the Agriculture and Natural Resource (ANR) Extension Agent is to provide leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive education program focused on ANR. Specifically, the Extension Agent will work closely with county citizens, stakeholders and other agencies to provide leadership focused on our natural resources and the agricultural commodities produced in the county including poultry, forestry, cattle, commercial vegetable production, and home horticulture, forage and row crop production. Secondary responsibilities include support for programming efforts in Community Resource Development (CRD) 10% and 4-H Youth Development (4-H) 40%. The Extension Agent will serve as a member of a statewide team and will collaborate with other agents and Extension faculty and specialists to establish effective programming priorities and delivery methods.

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Extension Agent

• 511362

• Benton County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 019305 - MSU Extension- Benton County

• Extension Agent
• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MSUES - GEX

The primary responsibility for the Agriculture and Natural Resource (ANR) Extension Agent is to provide leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive education program focused on ANR. Specifically, the Extension Agent will work closely with county citizens, stakeholders and other agencies to provide leadership focused on our natural resources and the agricultural commodities produced in the county including poultry, forestry, cattle, commercial vegetable production, and home horticulture, forage and row crop production. Secondary responsibilities include support for programming efforts in Community Resource Development (CRD) 10% and 4-H Youth Development (4-H) 40%. The Extension Agent will serve as a member of a statewide team and will collaborate with other agents and Extension faculty and specialists to establish effective programming priorities and delivery methods.

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Postdoctoral Associate

• 511345

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 011100 - Plant and Soil Sciences

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CALS - AGR

The Plant Stress Physiology Lab seeks a self-motivated postdoctoral associate to work in a multidisciplinary team with the ability to balance quality and productivity. The successful candidate will work closely with a diverse research team and use advanced phenotyping and statistical methods to improve plant health an yield potential under combined abiotic and biotic stress. This role involves leading the integration of soil and plant physiology to identify resilient traits that improve cereal crop performance. Responsibilities include designing and conducting experiments in growth chambers, greenhouses, and field facilities. This position requires strong expertise in stress physiology, phenotyping, and advanced statistical tools to handle large-dataset analysis.

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Animal Health Technician Trainee, I, or II

• 511361

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 184100 - CVM AHC Administration

• Professional

• Part-Time 12-Month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CVM - AVM

To provide specialized nursing and technical support for veterinary oncology patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic, and supportive care procedures; supervise/teach students in the practice of veterinary oncology; maintain oncology equipment and treatment records; and assist clinicians in delivering comprehensive oncology care.

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Assistant Professor

• 511297

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 034900 - Geosciences

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Arts and Sciences - AAS

The Department of Geosciences at Mississippi State University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor in Climate Modeling, starting August 2027. We are seeking dynamic, research-active scholars whose expertise aligns with one or more of the following high-priority areas: • Physical Meteorology • Satellite Meteorology • Numerical Weather Prediction (NWP) • Atmospheric Data Analysis • Operational Weather Analysis and Forecasting (strongly preferred) Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and research. The ideal applicant will have experience or clear potential to contribute to both undergraduate and graduate instruction, particularly in support of our thriving Professional Meteorology and Broadcast Meteorology programs.

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Extension Agent

• 511331

• Pike County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 019157 - MSU Extension- Pike County

• Extension Agent
• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MSUES - GEX

The primary responsibility for the Agriculture and Natural Resource (ANR) Extension Agent is to provide leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive education program focused on ANR. Specifically, the Extension Agent will work closely with county citizens, stakeholders and other agencies to provide leadership focused on our natural resources and the agricultural commodities produced in the county including row crop production, cattle, commercial vegetable production, and home horticulture. Secondary responsibilities include support for programming efforts in Community Resource Development (CRD) 10% and 4-H Youth Development (4-H) 40%. The Extension Agent will serve as a member of a statewide team and will collaborate with other agents and Extension faculty and specialists to establish effective programming priorities and delivery methods.

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Building Maintenance Technician I or II

• 511360

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 185900 - CVM Facilities Engineering

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CVM - AVM

Perform a variety of duties in support of services provided by Facilities Management including routine minor maintenance and upkeep of buildings.

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Assistant Professor

• 511250

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 036900 - Mathematics & Statistics

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Arts and Sciences - AAS

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics at Mississippi State University invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of Fall 2027. This role will be responsible for teaching, research, and service in Mathematics.

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Assistant Professor

• 511251

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 036900 - Mathematics & Statistics

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Arts and Sciences - AAS

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics at Mississippi State University invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of Fall 2027. This role will be responsible for teaching, research, and service.

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Financial Aid Counselor

• 511295

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 410600 - Financial Aid and Scholarships

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Academic Affairs - AAA

Responsible for assigned activities related to the processing and management of the Federal Direct Student Loan and Alternative Loan programs.

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Director of Football Analytics & Artificial Intelligence

• 511355

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 890105 - Athletics - Football

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Athletics - PAT

The Director of Football Analytics and Artificial Intelligence leads advanced scouting efforts for the Mississippi State University football program, builds and applies predictive models that support game planning and prospect evaluation, and manages all scouting and analytical software. This position provides high-level administrative support to the football coaching staff in support of the offensive initiatives of the program, serves as the program's liaison to the MSU Athletics Data and AI Lab, and assists in maintaining relationships with high school coaches across the state. This position will report to the Head Football Coach.

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Building Maint Supervisor - ***INTERNAL RECRUITMENT ONLY***

• 511238

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 080500 - FWRC-Sustainable Bioproducts

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine-Forest Res - AFR

Plan, supervise, schedule, and assign the work of the building maintenance staff and building maintenance section.

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Cheesemaker

• 511342

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 010208 - Custer Dairy Processing Plant

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MAFES - GMA

Process raw materials to make cheese.

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Assistant Property Officer

• 511352

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 470300 - Receiving & Property Control

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Division of Finance and Administration - BSA

The Assistant Property Officer supports financial activities, audits, report preparation, property management, policy development and training, and vehicle fleet data collection. They also assist with asset reports, compliance tasks, and assume managerial duties when needed.

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Video Producer

• 511262

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 011000 - Agricultural Communications

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MSUES - GEX

The Video Producer is a member of the Electronic Media Section in the Office of Agricultural Communications. This position creates video news and feature stories, social media video, promotional and educational project work, graphic elements, and supplementary media for MSU Extension podcast episodes. This position supports the teaching, research, and service mission of the Division of Agriculture, Forestry, and Veterinary Medicine. The Division includes six major units: the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS), the College of Forest Resources (CFR), the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), the Forest and Wildlife Research Center (FWRC), the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station (MAFES), and the Mississippi State University Extension Service (MSU‐ES).

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