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Assistant or Associate Professor - Accounting

• 510818

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 230100 - School of Accountancy

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-Business and Industry - ABU

An Assistant or Associate Professor in Accounting is sought for a tenure-track position beginning Spring 2027 or Fall 2027. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in accounting. All academic levels and disciplines will be considered. Other responsibilities include participating in professional activities and advising students.

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Campus Transit Bus Operator (Intermittent/Rehire)

• 510846

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 730100 - Transportation

• Intermittent Worker

• Intermittent
• Time-Limited Full-Time 12-Month

• Division of Finance and Administration - BSA

To drive a campus transit bus to transport passengers around Starkville/MSU area.

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Building Services Manager

• 510833

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 193003 - Research Business & Operations Center

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Research - RES

Manages and directs facilities, property control, fleet, and operational support functions for the Applied Research Collaboratory (ARC). Serves as the primary point of contact for facility operations, maintenance, inventory and asset management, fleet administration, and regulatory compliance. Provides strategic planning, oversight, and coordination of operational activities to ensure efficient, compliant, and customer-focused support of ARC's research mission.

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Research Professor

• 510857

• Vicksburg, MS

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 080500 - FWRC-Sustainable Bioproducts

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 12-month
• Time-Limited Full-Time 12-Month

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

The Forest and Wildlife Research Center/College of Forest Resources at Mississippi State University is seeking to fill a 12-month, non-tenure-track, full-time Research Professor position with research responsibilities in the Department of Sustainable Bioproducts. This position will be stationed in Vicksburg, MS near the Army Corps Engineering Research and Development Center.

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Postdoctoral Associate

• 510845

• Texas

• Texas

• 191001 - Northern Gulf Institute

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Research - RES

Onsite leadership to oversee, develop, and/or complete improvements to the NOAA Southeast Fisheries Science Center’s Invertebrate Aquaculture Laboratory in Galveston, TX and to assist with the development and completion of a document assessing the nationwide inventory of NOAA science centers with respect to their capacity warm-water finfish aquaculture.

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Police Officer

• 510844

• Meridian Campus - Meridian, MS

• Mississippi - Meridian Campus

• 470900 - Police

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Student Affairs - STA

Performs a variety of police duties in enforcing laws, rules, and regulations to protect lives and property associated with the university.

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Event Services Associate

• 510801

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 490505 - Event Services

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Student Affairs - STA

Assist with Special Event setups on and off campus.

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Assistant/Associate Professor

• 510800

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 054100 - CounselHEdEdPsyFound (CHEF)

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Education - AED

The School Psychology Program at Mississippi State University seeks applicants to join our full-time faculty members for a vacant tenure-track assistant or associate professor position, beginning fall 2027, in its APA accredited and CAEP/NASP approved programs in School Psychology that has ABAI Verified Course Sequences leading to the BCBA and BCBA-D credentials.

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Office Associate

• 510842

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 051300 - TeacherEd&Leadership (TEAL)

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Education - AED

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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Pilot Plant Supervisor

• 510828

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 012000 - Biochemistry Nutrition Health Promo

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CALS - AGR

Under the direction of the Director of the Food Science Innovation Hub and the Head of the Department of Biochemistry, Nutrition, and Health Promotion, this position oversees the daily operations of the department’s food processing pilot plant and other facilities. The Pilot Plant Supervisor’s secondary focus will be to maintain and assist with equipment and facilities in the Garrison Sensory Laboratory, Herzer research laboratories, and Bedenbaugh (once operational). This role will help the Dairy Plant with product development, processing, etc., as needed. This role supports teaching, research, and industry engagement by coordinating facility use, sourcing and maintaining food-grade equipment, and ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and food safety. The supervisor works closely with faculty, students, and external partners to facilitate projects, process validation, and hands-on training in a safe and compliant environment.

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Sound Technician

• 510821

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 540100 - Colvard Student Union

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Student Affairs - STA

Work involves the installation, operation, modification, maintenance, and repair of a variety of sound devices and audio equipment in regards to facilities and special events.

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Program Manager

• 510759

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 061700 - Mechanical Engineering

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Engineering - AEN

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Mississippi State University seeks a full-time, twelve-month Program Manager. This staff position will report directly to the IDEELab Director and School Director and will serve as the primary coordinator, trainer, and technical lead for the IDEELab’s Americas Cutting Edge Composites program. The Program Manager will serve as the operational and technical lead for the development, implementation, and statewide deployment of composites manufacturing education and workforce training programs. This position will oversee curriculum development, hands-on training delivery, industry engagement, outreach activities, and program expansion efforts supporting students, industry professionals, educators, military personnel, and K-12 participants. The successful candidate will coordinate workforce development projects, manage training logistics, cultivate industry partnerships, support grant-funded initiatives, and contribute to the growth of Mississippi State University's advanced manufacturing ecosystem. The position will work closely with faculty, industry partners, government agencies, and educational institutions to expand workforce readiness programs aligned with national manufacturing priorities. In addition to leading ACE Composites activities, the Program Manager will support a variety of IDEELab research, workforce development, outreach, and industry engagement initiatives that advance the mission of the Mechanical Engineering Department and the Bagley College of Engineering.

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Assistant Teaching Professor

• 510772

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 051700 - Department of Kinesiology

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Education - AED

The Department of Kinesiology at Mississippi State University is seeking applications for a nine-month, non-tenure track faculty position as an Assistant Teaching Professor starting in August 2026. A doctorate in Exercise Science or related science discipline is required. The preferred candidate must be able to teach anatomical kinesiology, applied anatomy and pathophysiology, medical terminology, and other relevant courses. Candidates who are ABD will be considered at the instructor level with completion required within one year from date of hire. Promotion to Assistant Teaching Professor will occur when degree requirements are completed. Evaluation of applications is ongoing and will continue until the position is filled.

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Accountant I, II, III, or Senior

• 510798

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 010100 - MAFES Administration

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MAFES - GMA

MAFES Office of Financial Management is seeking a detail- oriented, highly motivated Accountant (I, II, III, or Senior) to join our team. The successful candidate will perform standard accounting functions such as cost analysis, reconciliation, posting, and expenditure management, as well as analyze financial and operating data and prepare management reports and estimates.

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Program Manager

• 510760

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 061700 - Mechanical Engineering

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Engineering - AEN

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Mississippi State University seeks a full-time, twelve-month Program Manager to lead the Mississippi State METAL Hub Mobile STEM Initiative within the Innovation Design and Engineering Educational Laboratory (IDEELab). The Program Manager will serve as the operational and programmatic lead for a statewide mobile advanced manufacturing and STEM education platform designed to deliver hands-on workforce development experiences directly to K-12 students, educators, and communities throughout Mississippi. This position will oversee mobile trailer operations, curriculum development, outreach programming, event coordination, stakeholder engagement, and workforce development activities supporting the state's future manufacturing talent pipeline. The successful candidate will coordinate school visits, industry engagement activities, educator workshops, summer programs, public outreach events, workforce development demonstrations, and mobile training deployments. The position will work closely with K-12 schools, community colleges, industry partners, workforce organizations, government agencies, and economic development entities to expand awareness of advanced manufacturing careers and educational opportunities. In addition to leading the METAL Mobile STEM Initiative, the Program Manager will support IDEELab workforce development, outreach, recruiting, and industry engagement activities that advance the mission of the Mechanical Engineering Department and Bagley College of Engineering.

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Custodian I Day Shift (4:00am-1:00pm)

• 510750

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 490400 - Custodial Services

• Support Staff

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Division of Finance and Administration - BSA

To perform duties necessary for the routine cleaning and upkeep of academic, office, and residential guest house-style buildings.

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Program Manager

• 510761

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 061700 - Mechanical Engineering

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Engineering - AEN

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Mississippi State University seeks a full-time, twelve-month Program Manager to lead workforce development and training initiatives within the Innovation Design and Engineering Educational Laboratory (IDEELab), with primary responsibility for the America’s Cutting Edge (ACE) Machining Program. The Program Manager will serve as the operational and technical lead for the development, implementation, and expansion of advanced manufacturing and machining workforce development programs. This position will oversee curriculum deployment, hands-on training delivery, industry engagement activities, partner coordination, workforce certifications, and outreach initiatives supporting students, industry professionals, educators, military personnel, and community stakeholders throughout Mississippi and Tennessee. The successful candidate will coordinate workforce development projects, manage ACE Hub activities, support community college and high school spoke locations, cultivate industry partnerships, and contribute to the growth of Mississippi State University's advanced manufacturing ecosystem. The position will work closely with faculty, industry partners, government agencies, educational institutions, and workforce development organizations to strengthen manufacturing talent pipelines and support national workforce priorities. In addition to leading ACE Machining activities, the Program Manager will support a variety of IDEELab workforce development, research, outreach, and industry engagement initiatives that advance the mission of the Mechanical Engineering Department and the Bagley College of Engineering.

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Assistant Professor

• 510745

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 038900 - Sociology

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Arts and Sciences - AAS

Assistant Professor in Criminology, using either qualitative or quantitative methods. The position requires research and teaching expertise on the criminal justice system or with criminal justice policy. Preference will be given to candidates who can also teach Statistics or Theory.

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Research Engineer I,II,III, or Senior

• 510741

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 193601 - CAVS Research

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Research - RES

Research Engineer I,II,III, or Senior in the Center for Advanced Vehicular Systems (CAVS) within the Institute for Computational Research in Science and Engineering (ICRES) at Mississippi State University. CAVS is located in Starkville, MS on the campus of Mississippi State University, CAVS maintains a strong interaction with industry and also stresses a cross-disciplinary education and research program. The individual serves under the general direction of the CAVS Director.

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Assistant Professor

• 510744

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 038900 - Sociology

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Arts and Sciences - AAS

Assistant Professor in Criminology, using either qualitative or quantitative methods. All areas of research and teaching expertise will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach Statistics or Theory.

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Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor

• 510726

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

• Mississippi - Meridian Campus

• 313204 - Meridian Division of Education

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-Meridian Campus - AMC

Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor in Educational Leadership at Mississippi State University on the Meridian Campus. The Division of Education invites applicants for a non-tenure track Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor position, teaching primarily in educational leadership degree programs beginning fall 2026.

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Athletic Academic Tutor (Intermittent Worker)

• 510743

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 300601 - The Dept of Ath Acad Supp Serv

• Intermittent Worker

• Intermittent

• Academic Affairs - AAA

Athletic Academic Tutors will work with student-athletes one-on-one or in a group setting concerning specific matter, helping organize the subject matter, helping with studying the material as well as other preparatory measures needed for retention. Tutors are hired as needed, and employment typically lasts at least one full semester.

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Building Services Coordinator

• 510721

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 060700 - Electrical and Computer Engineering

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Engineering - AEN

Plans, organizes, directs, and schedules operations and maintenance pertaining to Simrall.

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Intermittent Worker, Facilitator Pool

• 510718

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 190400 - MASEP

• Intermittent Worker

• Intermittent

• Research - RES

Conduct alcohol safety education classes for individuals convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) first offense. Classes are held all over the state of Mississippi.

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Project Coordinator I, II, III or Senior

• 510664

• Vicksburg, MS

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 193603 - Instit for Systems Engr Resch(ISER)

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Research - RES

This position manages projects, data requests, and provides project financial data for the ISER. This position will monitor project activities through planning, delivery, and reporting and will support the project team members by enhancing project communication, organization, and delivery. This position reports to the Center Director and will also perform other duties requested by the Center Director and Associate Directors. Ranking qualifications within levels (I, II, III, and Senior) are based on education and experience.

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Assistant Professor of Practice

• 510716

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 061700 - Mechanical Engineering

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 9-month

• Academic Affairs-College of Engineering - AEN

The Michael W. Hall school 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 school. 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.

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Research Engineer I, II, III, or Senior

• 510665

• Vicksburg, MS

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 193603 - Instit for Systems Engr Resch(ISER)

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Research - RES

Research Engineer position in the Institute for Systems Engineering Research (ISER) within the Institute for Computational Research in Science and Engineering (ICRES) at Mississippi State University. ISER is located at Vicksburg, MS on the campus of the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC). ISER maintains strong interaction with industry and also stresses a cross disciplinary education and research program. The individual serves under the general direction of the MSU ISER Director located at Vicksburg, MS. Level of appointment is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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Deputy Director, ASSURE

• 510685

• Main Campus - Starkville, MS

• Mississippi - Main Campus

• 193700 - ASSURE

• Professional

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Research - RES

The Deputy Director for ASSURE is a full-time position in support of ASSURE located on MSU’s Main Campus. This position is responsible to the Executive Director for driving UAS integration in the nation’s airspace system to improve national security, commerce, public safety and benefit through the applied research capabilities across ASSURE’s 30 universities and over 100 industry and government partners. The successful candidate will engage with various stakeholders (FAA, NASA, FEMA, NIST, DHS, DOD, and other agencies and industry customers) to support the development of innovative regulatory frameworks that facilitate safe and effective UAS implementation in our everyday lives. Coordinates with Associate Directors and the Office of Research and Economic Development in the creation of proposals and associated budgets, and further assists in the capture of research grants and contracts. Develops and maintains technical understanding of all ASSURE universities' and partners’ competences, identifies opportunities for employment of these capabilities, and advances solutions to capture opportunities and solve problems. Serves as MSU and ASSURE advocate to federal, state, and commercial activities in the USA and internationally. Utilizes this experience and expertise to inform the Executive Director’s development effort in creating strategic plans and vision for ASSURE.

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Intermittent Worker

• 510626

• Pontotoc County

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 014600 - Pontotoc Ridge-Flatwoods Branch Exp

• Intermittent Worker
• Support Staff

• Intermittent

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - MAFES - GMA

This position provides support to the research program and Pontotoc Ridge-Flatwoods Branch operations including assisting in farm production operations and equipment and facilities maintenance.

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Assistant/Associate/Full Clinical Professor

• 510710

• Stoneville, MS

• Mississippi - Not located on main campus

• 183300 - CVM MS Aquatic Diagnostic Lab

• Faculty

• Regular Full-Time 12-month

• Agri. Forestry and Vet Medicine - CVM - AVM

The College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University, invites applications for an assistant/associate/full clinical professor in aquatic diagnostics and research. This position is located at the Aquatic Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (ARDL), housed at the Thad Cochran National Warmwater Aquaculture Center in Stoneville, Mississippi. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in the field of aquatic animal medicine and aquaculture production. Situated in the heart of the Mississippi catfish industry, the ARDL plays a pivotal role in providing essential veterinary services, including diagnostics, preventive medicine, and disease management for catfish and other aquaculture producers in Mississippi and surrounding states.

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