Special Instructions to ApplicantsReview of applications will begin Monday, April26, 2021, and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about theposition can be directed to Dr. Kyna Shelley (Kyna.Shelley@usm.edu). Acompleted application will include 1) a cover letter describing applicantstrengths and qualifications for the position, 2) a CV, 3) names and contactinformation for three references 4) academic transcripts (unofficialtranscripts are acceptable; official transcripts are necessary for hire). Application materials can beuploaded to the HR site found here: https://jobs.usm.edu.

Job SummaryThe School of Education at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM)invites applicants for Visiting Assistant Professor beginning in August 2021.This is an opportunity to join a dynamic research, evaluation, statistics, andassessment [RESA] program. The RESA graduate program faculty currently provide instructionto non-majors in foundations of research, introductory statistics, survey research,and program evaluation. In addition, they provide training to majors in focusareas of advanced statistics, advanced research design, measurement, andevaluation. We aim to recruit applicants who are excellent teachers and willemphasize training students to become productive and thoughtful researchers.The School of Education’s RESA programs include a Master of Science degreeand a Doctor of Philosophy degree. Students taking our courses comefrom diverse graduate programs both within and outside of the school. Program delivery includes face-to-face, online, and hybrid formats. Qualifiedapplicants will be prepared to contribute to the teaching mission of the Schoolof Education that has approximately 700 students across six different programareas.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teaching and mentoring students across programs in traditional and online formats.
   
2. Assessing student learning outcomes
   
3. Demonstrating an understanding of cultural competence.
   
4. Contributing to the mission of the university and profession through program service activities.
   
5. Performs other duties as assigned.