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Position	Department	Location
Office Associate	520193 - Student Housing - Administration	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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.
Postdoctoral Associate	036900 - Mathematics & Statistics	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Statistics, beginning as early as Spring 2026 with the option to postpone the start date to August 2026. The initial appointment is for two years, with a possible renewal for a third year. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of MSU Statistics faculty. Interested candidates are encouraged to explore the webpage of tenured and tenure-track faculty to identify potential matches with their research interests. Strong applicants from all areas of Statistics are encouraged to apply; however, the greatest interest is for applicants with interest in one or more of the following topics: Computationally intensive methods in Statistics such as Count Time Series, Curve estimation, Environmental Statistics, Forensic Statistics, Stochastic Modelling, Survival Analysis, Functional Data Analysis, and Nonparametric Inference.
Postdoctoral Associate	036900 - Mathematics & Statistics	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Dynamical Systems, beginning as early as Spring 2026 with the option to postpone the start date to Fall 2026. The initial appointment is for two years, with a possible renewal for a third year. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Prof. Christian Wolf. Strong applicants from all areas of Dynamical Systems are encouraged to apply; however, the greatest interest is for applicants with interest in one or more of the following topics: complex dynamics, computability in dynamical systems, smooth ergodic theory, symbolic dynamics, thermodynamic formalism, and applications to mathematical biology.
Postdoctoral Associate (L,P,S)	011100 - Plant and Soil Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Plant Stress Physiology Lab at the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, Mississippi State University, invites applications for a postdoctoral position from individuals demonstrating self-motivation and the ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will collaborate and utilize advanced physiological and omics methodologies to investigate the effects of stress on soil and plant health. This role involves taking a leadership position in integrating soil-plant stress physiology to identify genes and microbiomes associated with stress tolerance in grain crops. Responsibilities will include the design and execution of experiments utilizing growth chambers, greenhouses, and field facilities. This position requires strong expertise in high-throughput phenotyping, genomics, and skills for effective analysis of large datasets.
Assistant Teaching Professor	080301 - Colg of Forest Res-Wlf & Fisheries	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture at Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor in Wildlife Ecology and Management. This position has 100% teaching responsibilities and will focus on undergraduate instruction in applied wildlife conservation, habitat management, and ecological principles. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Instructor I, II, or III	011100 - Plant and Soil Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Plant and Soil Sciences & Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Mississippi State University is seeking applicants for a 100% Instructor I, II, or III. The successful candidate for this position will hold a 9-month, non-tenure track position. Candidates with a M.S. degree in a related field would qualify for appointment as Instructor I. The incumbent will develop an exemplary educational program, including course development and classroom instruction, in precision agriculture technologies in cooperation with faculty in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences (PSS) and the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ABE). Candidates will be expected to teach in the PSS and ABE curricula and may also be involved in advising undergraduate students.
Assistant Teaching Professor	011100 - Plant and Soil Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Plant and Soil Sciences & Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Mississippi State University is seeking applicants for a 100% Assistant Teaching Professor. The successful candidate for this position will hold a 9-month, non-tenure track position. Candidates with a Ph.D.. degree in a related field would qualify for appointment as Assistant Teaching Professor. The incumbent will develop an exemplary educational program, including course development and classroom instruction, in precision agriculture technologies in cooperation with faculty in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences (PSS) and the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ABE). Candidates will be expected to teach in the PSS and ABE curricula and may also be involved in advising undergraduate students.
Assistant Professor - Chemistry	031900 - Chemistry	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level to start in the fall of 2026. Candidates with research interests in the area of mass spectrometry-based proteomics are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will contribute to the NanoBio Immunoengineering Consortium (NIEC) at MSU. NIEC is a multi-institutional effort in Mississippi supported by the NSF E-RISE RII program. This program focuses on biomolecular interactions with novel nano- and biomaterials, and the successful candidate may be housed in the Department of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or both. The successful candidate will have a strong record of research excellence and will be expected to develop an independent, externally funded research program. They will also contribute to graduate and undergraduate education through effective and engaging teaching in their discipline. Candidates with experience in technology development and commercialization will receive special consideration. Application review will begin on November 1 and will continue until the position is filled.
Associate Dean for Research and Engagement	068800 - Dean of Engineering	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Associate Dean for Research and Engagement in the Bagley College of Engineering is responsible for providing leadership and managing the administrative aspects of the research and engagement activities in the College. This position reports to the Dean of Engineering and is a twelve-month full-time appointment.
Intermittent Worker	050405 - CEP-Migrant Ed	North / Central MS Area
The function of the Intermittent Staff/ MMESC Special Projects Service Deliverer is to organize and facilitate MMESC Special Projects being held at the specified sites in the state of Mississippi, including, but not limited to, after school programs, summer programs, and parental involvement activities.
Professor and Head and Endowed Chair	062900 - Computer Science and Engineering	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department Head is under the administrative supervision of the Dean of the Bagley College of Engineering and is responsible for the overall administration of the department.
Assistant Professor of Practice	061700 - Mechanical Engineering	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Mississippi State University invites applications for one non-tenure track, nine-month faculty position, under the administrative supervision of the head of the department. An Assistant Professor of Practice in ME is an engineer and a scholar with a strong interest in teaching, supervising undergraduate students, and providing service to the department. The successful candidate will be expected to make significant contributions to the department's teaching and service responsibilities. The following are illustrations of the various types of duties assigned to this position, The absence of specific statements of duties do not exclude those duties from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position. 1. Teach a variety of undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Mechanical Engineering. 2. Engage in routine departmental, college, and university service functions and committees, as requested. 3. Advise undergraduate student design teams and organizations. 4. Participate in required scholarly activities as part of the College's accreditation standards. 5. Develop and deliver experiential learning opportunities and industry-aligned curricula. 6. Collaborate with faculty and staff on workforce development, outreach, and industry engagement efforts. 7. Contribute to grant writing, proposal development, and externally funded projects, particularly those tied to applied practice 8. Serve as a liaison between the university and industry/government partners to promote collaboration and innovation. 9. Mentor students on professional development, internships, career readiness, and capstone or applied research projects. 10. Engage in other related duties, as assigned.
Office Associate	019272 - MSU Extension- Tunica County	Tunica County
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.
Office Associate	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Monroe 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 Cook	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Harrison County
The Assistant Cook is responsible for assisting the Cook with production/preparation, food purchases, and service of meals in accordance with established United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and State guidelines and standards of nutrition, health, and sanitation. This employee will assist in the planning of nutritious meals and snacks for Head Start students, parents and teachers and perform administrative tasks in support of the food preparation process, including documentation and maintenance of records. Noise level could be moderate to loud in the center and kitchen. Employee must be able to work in close quarters.
Floater Assistant Teacher - Head Start	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Hancock County
This position serves as a Floater for a Head Start center. The Floater will work collaboratively with the Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom of children. The Floater also works with a team of other classroom staff and family members to implement curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities.
Assistant Professor	390700 - Data Science	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Data Science Academic Institute at Mississippi State University seeks a full-time, 9-month, tenure track Assistant Professor in Computing for Data Science and Applied AI beginning August 16, 2026.
Associate Professor/Professor & Program Director & Head	313203 - Meridian Healthcare Administration	Riley Campus - Meridian, MS
The Department of Healthcare Administration in the School of Health Professions at Mississippi State University invites applications for a twelve-month administrative appointment as Associate or Full Professor & Head of the Department of Healthcare Administration on the Meridian campus. As a newly established department and school, we are dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare administration education and research. We seek a dynamic and visionary leader with a strong background in healthcare administration and with academic leadership experience to lead the development of the Master of Health Administration (MHA) program and guide the department toward excellence.
Assistant, Associate, or Full Teaching Professor	313208 - Meridian - Physician Assistant	Riley Campus - Meridian, MS
The Physician Assistant's Program at Mississippi State University's Meridian Campus invites applicants for a non-tenure track appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Teaching Professor. This role will be responsible for presenting lectures, laboratory instruction, guided small group learning, simulation development and grading assessments, and recruiting guest lecturers.
Assistant Professor	038600 - Psychology	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology, full-time, 9-month, tenure track, beginning August 16, 2026.

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Position	Department	Location
Office Associate	520193 - Student Housing - Administration	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
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.
Postdoctoral Associate	036900 - Mathematics & Statistics	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Statistics, beginning as early as Spring 2026 with the option to postpone the start date to August 2026. The initial appointment is for two years, with a possible renewal for a third year. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of MSU Statistics faculty. Interested candidates are encouraged to explore the webpage of tenured and tenure-track faculty to identify potential matches with their research interests. Strong applicants from all areas of Statistics are encouraged to apply; however, the greatest interest is for applicants with interest in one or more of the following topics: Computationally intensive methods in Statistics such as Count Time Series, Curve estimation, Environmental Statistics, Forensic Statistics, Stochastic Modelling, Survival Analysis, Functional Data Analysis, and Nonparametric Inference.
Postdoctoral Associate	036900 - Mathematics & Statistics	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Dynamical Systems, beginning as early as Spring 2026 with the option to postpone the start date to Fall 2026. The initial appointment is for two years, with a possible renewal for a third year. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Prof. Christian Wolf. Strong applicants from all areas of Dynamical Systems are encouraged to apply; however, the greatest interest is for applicants with interest in one or more of the following topics: complex dynamics, computability in dynamical systems, smooth ergodic theory, symbolic dynamics, thermodynamic formalism, and applications to mathematical biology.
Postdoctoral Associate (L,P,S)	011100 - Plant and Soil Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Plant Stress Physiology Lab at the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, Mississippi State University, invites applications for a postdoctoral position from individuals demonstrating self-motivation and the ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will collaborate and utilize advanced physiological and omics methodologies to investigate the effects of stress on soil and plant health. This role involves taking a leadership position in integrating soil-plant stress physiology to identify genes and microbiomes associated with stress tolerance in grain crops. Responsibilities will include the design and execution of experiments utilizing growth chambers, greenhouses, and field facilities. This position requires strong expertise in high-throughput phenotyping, genomics, and skills for effective analysis of large datasets.
Assistant Teaching Professor	080301 - Colg of Forest Res-Wlf & Fisheries	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture at Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor in Wildlife Ecology and Management. This position has 100% teaching responsibilities and will focus on undergraduate instruction in applied wildlife conservation, habitat management, and ecological principles. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Instructor I, II, or III	011100 - Plant and Soil Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Plant and Soil Sciences & Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Mississippi State University is seeking applicants for a 100% Instructor I, II, or III. The successful candidate for this position will hold a 9-month, non-tenure track position. Candidates with a M.S. degree in a related field would qualify for appointment as Instructor I. The incumbent will develop an exemplary educational program, including course development and classroom instruction, in precision agriculture technologies in cooperation with faculty in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences (PSS) and the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ABE). Candidates will be expected to teach in the PSS and ABE curricula and may also be involved in advising undergraduate students.
Assistant Teaching Professor	011100 - Plant and Soil Sciences	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Plant and Soil Sciences & Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Mississippi State University is seeking applicants for a 100% Assistant Teaching Professor. The successful candidate for this position will hold a 9-month, non-tenure track position. Candidates with a Ph.D.. degree in a related field would qualify for appointment as Assistant Teaching Professor. The incumbent will develop an exemplary educational program, including course development and classroom instruction, in precision agriculture technologies in cooperation with faculty in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences (PSS) and the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ABE). Candidates will be expected to teach in the PSS and ABE curricula and may also be involved in advising undergraduate students.
Assistant Professor - Chemistry	031900 - Chemistry	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level to start in the fall of 2026. Candidates with research interests in the area of mass spectrometry-based proteomics are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will contribute to the NanoBio Immunoengineering Consortium (NIEC) at MSU. NIEC is a multi-institutional effort in Mississippi supported by the NSF E-RISE RII program. This program focuses on biomolecular interactions with novel nano- and biomaterials, and the successful candidate may be housed in the Department of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or both. The successful candidate will have a strong record of research excellence and will be expected to develop an independent, externally funded research program. They will also contribute to graduate and undergraduate education through effective and engaging teaching in their discipline. Candidates with experience in technology development and commercialization will receive special consideration. Application review will begin on November 1 and will continue until the position is filled.
Associate Dean for Research and Engagement	068800 - Dean of Engineering	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Associate Dean for Research and Engagement in the Bagley College of Engineering is responsible for providing leadership and managing the administrative aspects of the research and engagement activities in the College. This position reports to the Dean of Engineering and is a twelve-month full-time appointment.
Intermittent Worker	050405 - CEP-Migrant Ed	North / Central MS Area
The function of the Intermittent Staff/ MMESC Special Projects Service Deliverer is to organize and facilitate MMESC Special Projects being held at the specified sites in the state of Mississippi, including, but not limited to, after school programs, summer programs, and parental involvement activities.
Professor and Head and Endowed Chair	062900 - Computer Science and Engineering	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department Head is under the administrative supervision of the Dean of the Bagley College of Engineering and is responsible for the overall administration of the department.
Assistant Professor of Practice	061700 - Mechanical Engineering	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Mississippi State University invites applications for one non-tenure track, nine-month faculty position, under the administrative supervision of the head of the department. An Assistant Professor of Practice in ME is an engineer and a scholar with a strong interest in teaching, supervising undergraduate students, and providing service to the department. The successful candidate will be expected to make significant contributions to the department's teaching and service responsibilities. The following are illustrations of the various types of duties assigned to this position, The absence of specific statements of duties do not exclude those duties from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position. 1. Teach a variety of undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Mechanical Engineering. 2. Engage in routine departmental, college, and university service functions and committees, as requested. 3. Advise undergraduate student design teams and organizations. 4. Participate in required scholarly activities as part of the College's accreditation standards. 5. Develop and deliver experiential learning opportunities and industry-aligned curricula. 6. Collaborate with faculty and staff on workforce development, outreach, and industry engagement efforts. 7. Contribute to grant writing, proposal development, and externally funded projects, particularly those tied to applied practice 8. Serve as a liaison between the university and industry/government partners to promote collaboration and innovation. 9. Mentor students on professional development, internships, career readiness, and capstone or applied research projects. 10. Engage in other related duties, as assigned.
Office Associate	019272 - MSU Extension- Tunica County	Tunica County
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.
Office Associate	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Monroe 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 Cook	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Harrison County
The Assistant Cook is responsible for assisting the Cook with production/preparation, food purchases, and service of meals in accordance with established United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and State guidelines and standards of nutrition, health, and sanitation. This employee will assist in the planning of nutritious meals and snacks for Head Start students, parents and teachers and perform administrative tasks in support of the food preparation process, including documentation and maintenance of records. Noise level could be moderate to loud in the center and kitchen. Employee must be able to work in close quarters.
Floater Assistant Teacher - Head Start	012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood	Hancock County
This position serves as a Floater for a Head Start center. The Floater will work collaboratively with the Teacher to ensure the successful operation of a classroom of children. The Floater also works with a team of other classroom staff and family members to implement curriculum to achieve outcomes for children of all abilities.
Assistant Professor	390700 - Data Science	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Data Science Academic Institute at Mississippi State University seeks a full-time, 9-month, tenure track Assistant Professor in Computing for Data Science and Applied AI beginning August 16, 2026.
Associate Professor/Professor & Program Director & Head	313203 - Meridian Healthcare Administration	Riley Campus - Meridian, MS
The Department of Healthcare Administration in the School of Health Professions at Mississippi State University invites applications for a twelve-month administrative appointment as Associate or Full Professor & Head of the Department of Healthcare Administration on the Meridian campus. As a newly established department and school, we are dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare administration education and research. We seek a dynamic and visionary leader with a strong background in healthcare administration and with academic leadership experience to lead the development of the Master of Health Administration (MHA) program and guide the department toward excellence.
Assistant, Associate, or Full Teaching Professor	313208 - Meridian - Physician Assistant	Riley Campus - Meridian, MS
The Physician Assistant's Program at Mississippi State University's Meridian Campus invites applicants for a non-tenure track appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Teaching Professor. This role will be responsible for presenting lectures, laboratory instruction, guided small group learning, simulation development and grading assessments, and recruiting guest lecturers.
Assistant Professor	038600 - Psychology	Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology, full-time, 9-month, tenure track, beginning August 16, 2026.

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