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Flight Operations Technician I, II, III, or Senior	193700 - ASSURE	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The UAS Flight Operations Technician supports the delivery of ASSUREd Safe’s national UAS training and credentialing program. This position provides instruction in both ground school and flight operations, conducts learner evaluations, and ensures all course activities comply with ASSURE, MSU, FAA, and FEMA guidance. The Flight Operations Technician I represents the program at training sites across the country and contributes subject-matter expertise to ongoing course development, recertification, and quality improvement efforts. The Flight Operations Technician II supports and leads delivery of ASSUREd Safe’s national UAS training and credentialing programs with increased operational responsibility and independence. This role serves as a senior instructor and lead flight operator for complex training environments, supports compliance and authorization requirements, and contributes to course execution, logistics, and quality assurance across multiple training sites. The Technician II applies advanced judgment within established frameworks and supports junior technicians in safe, compliant flight operations. The Flight Operations Technician III is a fully competent, independent professional responsible for leading ASSUREd Safe flight training operations nationwide. This role plans and executes complex training missions, ensures compliance across multiple regulatory frameworks, oversees instructor currency and performance, and serves as a primary operational interface with federal, state, and partner organizations. The Technician III exercises independent judgment and adapts standard practices to meet evolving training and operational needs.
Postdoctoral Associate	031100 - Biological Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Brown Lab at Mississippi State University seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the PhyloFisher v2: Advancing Accuracy and Reproducibility in Deep Phylogenomics project funded by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. The position focuses on evolutionary genomics, high-performance computing, and software/database development for large-scale phylogenomic workflows. Applicants should have experience with next-generation sequencing data analysis, strong written/oral communication skills, and preferably expertise in phylogenomics and Python and R programming. Essential duties include those listed below. Perform large-scale analyses including phylogenomics, comparative genomics, and differential gene expression; curate orthologs and contribute to expanding PhyloFisher v2 (~400 eukaryotic and prokaryotic markers). Develop, optimize, and maintain PhyloFisher software/database components; implement efficient pipelines on HPC systems; carry out specialized computational tasks beyond the scope of departmental staff. Integrate genomic datasets to inform species concepts for targeted microbial eukaryote groups. Mentor undergraduate and graduate students; collaborate with an international team of investigators; contribute to manuscripts, documentation, and public releases of tools and datasets.
Assistant or Associate Professor	080100 - FWRC - Forestry	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position at either the Assistant or Associate Professor of Forest Ecosystem Service Valuation and Assessment in the Department of Forestry, College of Forest Resources, Forest and Wildlife Research Center, Mississippi State University.
Administrative Assistant I	018000 - Southern Rural Development Center	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Provide administrative support in and coordinate the administrative function of a large and complex division, department or unit.
Assistant/Associate/Full Clinical Professor	183905 - CVM Pathobiology Dept Admin	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University, invites applications for a non-tenure (clinical) track assistant/associate/full professor position in veterinary diagnostic microbiology. The position is in the Department of Pathobiology and Population Medicine and the Diagnostic Laboratory Services (DLS), which is part of the Mississippi Veterinary Research and Diagnostic Laboratory System.
Assistant or Associate Professor	012100 - School of Human Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Facilitate Extension program planning, evaluation, and staff development processes.
Research Scientist I	031900 - Chemistry	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Chemistry at Mississippi State University is seeking a full-time 12-month instrument manager for our Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy facility (Research Scientist). The successful candidate will supervise the maintenance of assigned NMR instrumentation in the Chemistry department, as well as the training of users. Instruments include four existing NMR systems (300, 500, 600, and 800 MHz), a helium recovery system, and an X-band electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) system. The candidate will handle mail-in samples, billing, and work with remote users as part of their responsibilities. The successful candidate will also train students on basic NMR use, including a one-credit introductory class for new graduate students, as assigned. The successful candidate may be assigned to assist with managing other analytical research instrumentation based on their interests and expertise. Although an individual with a PhD in analytical chemistry/biomedical sciences is highly desired, candidates with a master’s degree and relevant experience are eligible to apply. Excellent organization, communication, and teamwork skills are a must.
Event Services Lead	490505 - Event Services	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Event Services Lead is responsible for providing first-line event setup, breakdown, and response/assistance for event resources for all campus related events. This position reports to the Supervisor, Events Services for Division of Student Affairs.
Research Scientist I	031900 - Chemistry	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Mass Spec Facility Manager supervises the maintenance and training for the liquid chromatography (LC-MS) and gas chromatography (GC-MS) instrumentation in the Chemistry department, including a high-resolution Bruker LC-MS/MS to be acquired in 2024 as part of an NSF Major Research Instrumentation project. They also train students on basic LC-MS use, and assists with managing other analytical research instrumentation based on their expertise.
Teacher - Head Start	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Harrison County
This position is responsible for a Head Start classroom of 3 to 5 year old children. Position works collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.
Office Associate	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Harrison County
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.
Laboratory Analyst I, II, III or Senior	190700 - Mississippi State Chemical Lab	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
This position is responsible for a range of essential laboratory duties performed with a strong emphasis on quality, including the receipt and custody of samples, adherence to protocols, and use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for sample tracking and data entry.
Professor and Head	011900 - Agricultural Science & Plant Protec	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applications and nominations for the position of Head of the Department of Agricultural Science and Plant Protection. This is a full-time administrative role offering a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic and scientifically diverse department committed to excellence in research, Extension, and teaching within the Land-Grant mission. The department encompasses the disciplines of entomology, plant pathology, and weed science with a current total of 30 faculty and 35 full time staff. The department has an undergraduate program in Agricultural Science with 98 undergraduate and approximately 40 graduate students. Applications must be submitted online at www.jobs.msstate.edu (PARF 509999)
Director of Environmental Safety and Health	730100 - Transportation	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
At Mississippi State University, safety is foundational to our mission of teaching, research, and service. The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Office protects people, property, and the environment by promoting a culture of safety and compliance. We partner with faculty, staff, and students to ensure every learning and research space is secure, sustainable, and aligned with regulatory standards creating an environment where innovation thrives without compromising health or safety. The Director of Environmental Health & Safety provides strategic leadership to advance this mission. This role ensures proactive risk management, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across all safety programs, supporting MSU's commitment to excellence in education and research.
Office Associate	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Harrison County
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.
Research Associate	010300 - Ag & Bio Engineering	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
To support an externally funded project on modeling highly pathogenic avian influenza under the supervision of Dr. Jessica Drewry.
Office Associate	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Winston County
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.
Assistant Professor	031100 - Biological Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Biological Sciences at Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applicants for 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor positions. We anticipate hires in two broad research areas, Microbiology and Evo-devo.
Extension Agent	019450 - MSU Extension- Neshoba County	Neshoba County
The primary responsibility of the Family, Health, and Wellness (FHW) Extension agent will be to provide leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive education program focused on FHW, which includes early childhood education, family financial management, health, food safety, and nutrition. Secondary responsibilities will include a smaller percentage of time working in the areas of Community Resource Development (CRD) and 4-H Youth Development. Knowledge of FHW program areas is required. As part of a statewide team, the FHW Extension agent will collaborate to establish programming priorities and effective delivery methods. Strong oral and written communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively as a team member, are essential for success in this role.
*Intermittent Worker	193602 - CAVS Extension	Lowndes County
The Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems Extension (CAVS-E), satellite site at EMCC’s Communiversity, located in Columbus, MS, is focused on providing engineering training and technical assistance to manufacturing-related industries. Major activities include teaching professional development workshops, such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Problem Solving, among others, and conducting on-site engineering projects.

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Flight Operations Technician I, II, III, or Senior	193700 - ASSURE	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The UAS Flight Operations Technician supports the delivery of ASSUREd Safe’s national UAS training and credentialing program. This position provides instruction in both ground school and flight operations, conducts learner evaluations, and ensures all course activities comply with ASSURE, MSU, FAA, and FEMA guidance. The Flight Operations Technician I represents the program at training sites across the country and contributes subject-matter expertise to ongoing course development, recertification, and quality improvement efforts. The Flight Operations Technician II supports and leads delivery of ASSUREd Safe’s national UAS training and credentialing programs with increased operational responsibility and independence. This role serves as a senior instructor and lead flight operator for complex training environments, supports compliance and authorization requirements, and contributes to course execution, logistics, and quality assurance across multiple training sites. The Technician II applies advanced judgment within established frameworks and supports junior technicians in safe, compliant flight operations. The Flight Operations Technician III is a fully competent, independent professional responsible for leading ASSUREd Safe flight training operations nationwide. This role plans and executes complex training missions, ensures compliance across multiple regulatory frameworks, oversees instructor currency and performance, and serves as a primary operational interface with federal, state, and partner organizations. The Technician III exercises independent judgment and adapts standard practices to meet evolving training and operational needs.
Postdoctoral Associate	031100 - Biological Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Brown Lab at Mississippi State University seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the PhyloFisher v2: Advancing Accuracy and Reproducibility in Deep Phylogenomics project funded by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. The position focuses on evolutionary genomics, high-performance computing, and software/database development for large-scale phylogenomic workflows. Applicants should have experience with next-generation sequencing data analysis, strong written/oral communication skills, and preferably expertise in phylogenomics and Python and R programming. Essential duties include those listed below. Perform large-scale analyses including phylogenomics, comparative genomics, and differential gene expression; curate orthologs and contribute to expanding PhyloFisher v2 (~400 eukaryotic and prokaryotic markers). Develop, optimize, and maintain PhyloFisher software/database components; implement efficient pipelines on HPC systems; carry out specialized computational tasks beyond the scope of departmental staff. Integrate genomic datasets to inform species concepts for targeted microbial eukaryote groups. Mentor undergraduate and graduate students; collaborate with an international team of investigators; contribute to manuscripts, documentation, and public releases of tools and datasets.
Assistant or Associate Professor	080100 - FWRC - Forestry	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position at either the Assistant or Associate Professor of Forest Ecosystem Service Valuation and Assessment in the Department of Forestry, College of Forest Resources, Forest and Wildlife Research Center, Mississippi State University.
Administrative Assistant I	018000 - Southern Rural Development Center	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Provide administrative support in and coordinate the administrative function of a large and complex division, department or unit.
Assistant/Associate/Full Clinical Professor	183905 - CVM Pathobiology Dept Admin	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University, invites applications for a non-tenure (clinical) track assistant/associate/full professor position in veterinary diagnostic microbiology. The position is in the Department of Pathobiology and Population Medicine and the Diagnostic Laboratory Services (DLS), which is part of the Mississippi Veterinary Research and Diagnostic Laboratory System.
Assistant or Associate Professor	012100 - School of Human Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Facilitate Extension program planning, evaluation, and staff development processes.
Research Scientist I	031900 - Chemistry	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Chemistry at Mississippi State University is seeking a full-time 12-month instrument manager for our Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy facility (Research Scientist). The successful candidate will supervise the maintenance of assigned NMR instrumentation in the Chemistry department, as well as the training of users. Instruments include four existing NMR systems (300, 500, 600, and 800 MHz), a helium recovery system, and an X-band electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) system. The candidate will handle mail-in samples, billing, and work with remote users as part of their responsibilities. The successful candidate will also train students on basic NMR use, including a one-credit introductory class for new graduate students, as assigned. The successful candidate may be assigned to assist with managing other analytical research instrumentation based on their interests and expertise. Although an individual with a PhD in analytical chemistry/biomedical sciences is highly desired, candidates with a master’s degree and relevant experience are eligible to apply. Excellent organization, communication, and teamwork skills are a must.
Event Services Lead	490505 - Event Services	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Event Services Lead is responsible for providing first-line event setup, breakdown, and response/assistance for event resources for all campus related events. This position reports to the Supervisor, Events Services for Division of Student Affairs.
Research Scientist I	031900 - Chemistry	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Mass Spec Facility Manager supervises the maintenance and training for the liquid chromatography (LC-MS) and gas chromatography (GC-MS) instrumentation in the Chemistry department, including a high-resolution Bruker LC-MS/MS to be acquired in 2024 as part of an NSF Major Research Instrumentation project. They also train students on basic LC-MS use, and assists with managing other analytical research instrumentation based on their expertise.
Teacher - Head Start	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Harrison County
This position is responsible for a Head Start classroom of 3 to 5 year old children. Position works collaboratively with an assistant teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities.
Office Associate	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Harrison County
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.
Laboratory Analyst I, II, III or Senior	190700 - Mississippi State Chemical Lab	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
This position is responsible for a range of essential laboratory duties performed with a strong emphasis on quality, including the receipt and custody of samples, adherence to protocols, and use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for sample tracking and data entry.
Professor and Head	011900 - Agricultural Science & Plant Protec	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applications and nominations for the position of Head of the Department of Agricultural Science and Plant Protection. This is a full-time administrative role offering a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic and scientifically diverse department committed to excellence in research, Extension, and teaching within the Land-Grant mission. The department encompasses the disciplines of entomology, plant pathology, and weed science with a current total of 30 faculty and 35 full time staff. The department has an undergraduate program in Agricultural Science with 98 undergraduate and approximately 40 graduate students. Applications must be submitted online at www.jobs.msstate.edu (PARF 509999)
Director of Environmental Safety and Health	730100 - Transportation	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
At Mississippi State University, safety is foundational to our mission of teaching, research, and service. The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Office protects people, property, and the environment by promoting a culture of safety and compliance. We partner with faculty, staff, and students to ensure every learning and research space is secure, sustainable, and aligned with regulatory standards creating an environment where innovation thrives without compromising health or safety. The Director of Environmental Health & Safety provides strategic leadership to advance this mission. This role ensures proactive risk management, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across all safety programs, supporting MSU's commitment to excellence in education and research.
Office Associate	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Harrison County
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.
Research Associate	010300 - Ag & Bio Engineering	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
To support an externally funded project on modeling highly pathogenic avian influenza under the supervision of Dr. Jessica Drewry.
Office Associate	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Winston County
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.
Assistant Professor	031100 - Biological Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Biological Sciences at Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applicants for 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor positions. We anticipate hires in two broad research areas, Microbiology and Evo-devo.
Extension Agent	019450 - MSU Extension- Neshoba County	Neshoba County
The primary responsibility of the Family, Health, and Wellness (FHW) Extension agent will be to provide leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive education program focused on FHW, which includes early childhood education, family financial management, health, food safety, and nutrition. Secondary responsibilities will include a smaller percentage of time working in the areas of Community Resource Development (CRD) and 4-H Youth Development. Knowledge of FHW program areas is required. As part of a statewide team, the FHW Extension agent will collaborate to establish programming priorities and effective delivery methods. Strong oral and written communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively as a team member, are essential for success in this role.
*Intermittent Worker	193602 - CAVS Extension	Lowndes County
The Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems Extension (CAVS-E), satellite site at EMCC’s Communiversity, located in Columbus, MS, is focused on providing engineering training and technical assistance to manufacturing-related industries. Major activities include teaching professional development workshops, such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Problem Solving, among others, and conducting on-site engineering projects.

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