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Extension Program Associate

• 511192

• Jones County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 019434 - MSU Extension- Jones County

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MSUES - GEX

The Extension Program Associate assists the Regional Extension Coordinator in the development and implementation of county Extension programs and is administratively responsible to the Regional Extension Coordinator.

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Web Developer

• 511189

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 011400 - Extension Center for Tech Outreach

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MSUES - GEX

Provides web development for select Extension Service websites, consisting primarily of a comprehensive range of websites built in content management systems such as Drupal and WordPress, and various other web applications.

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Director of Student Services, Meridian - Internal Recruitment Only

• 511164

• Meridian Campus - Meridian, MS
• Riley Campus - Meridian, MS
• Riley Center - Meridian, MS

• Mississippi - Meridian Campus

• 313213 - Sonny Montgomery Advise/Career Ctr

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Academic Affairs-Meridian Campus - AMC

The Director of Student Services is responsible for leading, developing, and managing programs, services, and resources that promote student success.

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Research Associate I or II

• 511197

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 191000 - Geosystems Research Institute

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Research - RES

The Geosystems Research Institute (GRI) at Mississippi State University (MSU) is seeking a highly motivated and self-driven Research Associate I or II to support a NOAA-funded research project focused on drought assessment, non-stationarity, and regionalization across the southeastern United States. The successful candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary research team conducting hydrologic, meteorological, statistical, and geospatial analyses. The Research Associate will be involved in all stages of formal project analysis and regionalization efforts, including data acquisition and preparation, drought characterization, time-series analysis, statistical modeling, geospatial analysis, regional classification, interpretation of results, and preparation of research products. Candidates may have primary expertise in either quantitative/statistical analysis or geospatial/scientific data analysis. Applicants with experience spanning both areas are particularly encouraged to apply. The position will involve working with large environmental datasets and developing reproducible analytical workflows using Python, R, GIS, and related scientific computing tools. The Research Associate will collaborate closely with project investigators and other team members and will contribute to technical reports, scientific publications, presentations, data products, and other project deliverables

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Planning and Assessment Coordinator

• 511205

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 441106 - Student Affairs Assessment Office

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Student Affairs - STA

The Planning and Assessment Coordinator is primarily responsible for facilitating programs, services, and activities in support of the Division of Student Affairs’ goals, objectives, and strategies. Working in the Office of Planning and Assessment, activities include, but are not limited to, assisting departments in the development of success strategies, coordinating activities across the division in support of strategic goals and objectives, and working with the Vice President for Student Affairs team in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.

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Sr. Payroll Assistant

• 510437

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 450200 - Office of the Controller/Treasurer

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Division of Finance and Administration - BSA

Performs advanced fiscal and clerical tasks within the University Budget/Payroll Department of the Controller’s Office.

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*Intermittent Worker

• 511201

• Biloxi, MS

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 440900 - Vice President for Research

• Intermittent Worker

• Intermittent

• Research - RES

This position will temporarily serve as the Digital Forensics Analyst Technical Lead for the MCI facility at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

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Research Engineer II, III or Senior

• 511121

• Madison County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 193602 - CAVS Extension

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Research - RES

As a Research Engineer II, III, or Senior, you will play a crucial role in the support of Mississippi manufacturers and public-sector partners by assisting companies with the assessment, design, implementation, and maintenance of automation systems that improve productivity, quality, and safety. This position plays a key role in advancing economic development and innovation across the state through hands-on engineering support, applied research, and professional development initiatives. Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

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Research Engineer I, II, III or Senior

• 511122

• Madison County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 193602 - CAVS Extension

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Research - RES

As a Research Engineer I, II, III, or Senior, you will play a crucial role in the support of Mississippi manufacturers and public-sector partners by assisting companies with the assessment, design, implementation, and maintenance of automation systems that improve productivity, quality, and safety. This position plays a key role in advancing economic development and innovation across the state through hands-on engineering support, applied research, and professional development initiatives. Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

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Project Coordinator - Internal Recruitment

• 511187

• Meridian Campus - Meridian, MS
• Riley Campus - Meridian, MS
• Riley Center - Meridian, MS

• Mississippi - Meridian Campus

• 313223 - School of Health Professions

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Academic Affairs-Meridian Campus - AMC

The Project Coordinator provides administrative, operational, and strategic support for the School of Health Professions. This position is responsible for coordinating projects and initiatives across multiple functional areas, including sponsored projects administration, compliance monitoring, accreditation support, communications, policy management, donor relations, external partnerships, and special events. The Project Coordinator works closely with the Dean, Associate Deans, Department Heads, program directors, faculty, staff, university offices, community partners, and external stakeholders to advance the School's strategic priorities and ensure the efficient execution of key initiatives.

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Engineering Shop Manager

• 510943

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 010300 - Ag & Bio Engineering

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CALS - AGR

The individual filling this position will be responsible for coordination of labor and activities in the ABE Machine Shop, ensuring good organization and safety. The individual will work with researchers’ conceptual designs and provide practical design and construction. The individual will oversee other workspaces belonging to ABE. The individual will also be involved in teaching and overseeing students in the use of shop machines.

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Extension Agent

• 511188

• Desoto County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 019217 - MSU Extension- Desoto 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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Assistant Professor

• 511029

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 012000 - Biochemistry Nutrition Health Promo

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CALS - AGR

The Department of Biochemistry, Nutrition and Health Promotion (BNHP) at Mississippi State University (MSU) seeks to fill a 9-month tenure-track position to begin January 2027. The successful candidate will hold a 60% appointment in teaching through the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and a 40% appointment in research through the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station. The successful candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in Biochemistry. In addition, the candidate will be expected to develop a nationally recognized research program in their area of expertise that aligns with the department’s mission through publication of peer-reviewed articles, procurement of extramural funding, and mentoring graduate students. The successful candidate will also support Biochemistry’s student recruitment and retention efforts.

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Assistant or Associate Professor

• 511092

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 011300 - Animal & Dairy Science

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CALS - AGR

The Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences is currently seeking an Assistant or Associate Professor for a 12-month tenure track (20% teaching, 40% research, 40% Extension) position with an emphasis in dairy science.

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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

• 511124

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 011100 - Plant and Soil Sciences

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CALS - AGR

The Department of Plant and Soil Sciences in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Mississippi State University is seeking applicants for an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor with a research (70%)/teaching (30%) appointment in corn and small grain agronomics. This position will be a 12-month tenure track appointment with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2027. For candidates with experience or appointment at the Associate or Full Professor levels, the position may also include co-appointment as The Triplett Corn Promotion Board Professor. This Professorship carries the professorship title, and additional salary stipend and some programmatic support. The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate with faculty and staff from the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences as well as with other departments across campus and other institutions.

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Office Associate

• 510974

• Rankin County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood

• Head Start Positions
• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CALS - AGR

Perform a variety of basic to complex office support and/or secretarial duties for the MS Child Care Resource and Referral, which require a range of skills and knowledge of organizational policies and procedures.

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Events Coordinator (MSU Riley)

• 511137

• Meridian Campus - Meridian, MS
• Riley Campus - Meridian, MS
• Riley Center - Meridian, MS

• Mississippi - Meridian Campus

• 313214 - MSU-Riley Center

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Academic Affairs-Meridian Campus - AMC

Responsible for coordinating and/or overseeing preparation of conference facility to accommodate all conference, social and internal events and provide on-site coordination as the client's liaison during meetings and events held in the facility.

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Coordinator, Academic Advising & Student Engagement

• 511183

• Meridian Campus - Meridian, MS
• Riley Campus - Meridian, MS
• Riley Center - Meridian, MS

• Mississippi - Meridian Campus

• 313223 - School of Health Professions

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Academic Affairs-Meridian Campus - AMC

The Advising and Recruitment Coordinator position provides support to the School of Health Professions by leading advising and student recruitment efforts and fostering a supportive environment that enhances the overall student experience for students in the School of Health Professions.

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Social Media Specialist

• 510913

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 012600 - Landscape Architecture

• Support Staff

• Part-Time 12-Month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CALS - AGR

Develop and manage a social media marketing strategy for the department. Produce content (including stories, photography, graphics and videos) for all social media platforms and the departmental website. Analyze metrics. Track and communicate with prospective students and applicants. Optimize day-to-day social media. Serve as a resource for departmental training on Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA Standards. This position will be primarily based in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Design (75%), with a smaller appointment (25%) liaising in the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences and the MAFES Communications Office.

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Office Associate

• 511115

• Greene County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 019421 - MSU Extension- Greene County

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MSUES - GEX

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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Associate Director of Creative Video

• 511186

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 890103 - Athletics - Brand Advancement

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Athletics - PAT

Serve as the primary creative video lead for Mississippi State Men’s Basketball, overseeing the development and execution of video content and visual storytelling that advances the program’s brand, recruiting efforts, social media presence, fan engagement, and overall visibility. The position will also provide creative video support for Volleyball and other Mississippi State Athletics programs and department-wide initiatives as assigned.

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Business Manager I, II, or III

• 511181

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 185430 - CVM Ancillary Services

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CVM - AVM

Manages and coordinates the business purchasing operations for the department/unit. Performs duties required to maintain and administer departmental budgets; administers staff policies and/or procedures; compiles reports; performs administrative procedures.

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Asst Dir, Student Services - Student Accountability

• 511175

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 410100 - Dean of Students

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Student Affairs - STA

Mississippi State University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Director for Student Services – Student Accountability. This position is an integral part of our efforts to support the success of our students by engaging in intentional strategies designed to address the needs of students who have challenges with academic, health, wellness, conduct, safety, or their general welfare. This position serves as a part of the Dean of Students' Office and reports to the Director for Student Conduct while also maintaining a direct working relationship with other key stakeholders at the University who are responsible for wellness, health, safety, and general welfare issues to students. The Assistant Director for Student Services has primary responsibility for assisting in conduct cases, case management, honor code cases and collaboration and improved communication among departments or offices, assists in coordination of continuity of care and services for students, and assists in a coordinated team approach to student services and University response to needs.

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Assistant Research Professor

• 511145

• Stoneville, MS

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 013200 - Delta Research and Extension Center

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MAFES - GMA

This is a 12-month, 100% research appointment with Mississippi State University at the Thad Cochran National Warmwater Aquaculture Center (TCNWAC) within the Delta Research and Extension Center (DREC). The faculty member’s home department will be in Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture.

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Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor

• 511168

• Meridian Campus - Meridian, MS
• Riley Campus - Meridian, MS
• Riley Center - Meridian, MS

• Mississippi - Meridian Campus

• 313203 - Meridian Healthcare Administration

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-Meridian Campus - AMC

The Mississippi State University Meridian Campus is seeking an Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor for the Department of Healthcare Administration. This is a 9-month teaching track [non-tenure earning] faculty position. This faculty position will represent the Healthcare Administration Program on the Mississippi State University Starkville campus. The Department of Healthcare Administration is housed within the School of Health Professions on the MSU-Meridian campus. The successful candidate is expected to travel regularly to the Meridian campus to participate in department meetings, school meetings, faculty activities, and other programmatic and institutional responsibilities as appropriate.

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Network Administrator

• 511149

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 011400 - Extension Center for Tech Outreach

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MSUES - GEX

Network Administrator is responsible for planning, implementing, designing, analyzing, maintaining, and provide technical support for a large, complex data communications network or group of networks. Conduct research and evaluation of network technology and recommend, purchase, and install networking equipment.

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Assistant Professor

• 510841

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 041300 - Management & Information Systems

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 12-month
• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-Business and Industry - ABU

A full-time tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to teach courses in Strategy for Fall 2027 at the undergraduate and graduate level for the Management & Information Systems Department.

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Assistant Professor

• 510122

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 041300 - Management & Information Systems

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 12-month
• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-Business and Industry - ABU

A full-time tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to teach courses in Entrepreneurship for Fall 2027 at the undergraduate and graduate level for the Management & Information Systems Department.

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Meat Laboratory Manager

• 511148

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 011300 - Animal & Dairy Science

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CALS - AGR

The Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences is currently seeking a Meat Science and Muscle Biology Laboratory Manager for a 12-month appointment that includes management of facilities and support of faculty involved in teaching, research, and extension activities.

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Extension Agent

• 511138

• Lincoln County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 019143 - MSU Extension- Lincoln 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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