What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor– Educational Administration/Research position at usm?
Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin September 15, 2025 and
will continue until the positions are filled. Inquiries about the position
can be directed to Dr. Danny Guillory (John.Guillory@usm.edu).A completed application will
include 1) a cover letter describing applicant strengths and qualifications for
the position, 2) a CV, 3) the names and contact information of three
individuals who can provide a recommendation, and 4) academic transcripts (official
transcripts are preferred and are necessary for hire). Application materials
can be uploaded to the HR site found here: https://jobs.usm.edu.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the
United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The
University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
The School of Education at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) invites applicants for a tenure-track position beginning in August 2026 with requirements to be physically present on the Hattiesburg campus. We aim to recruit applicants who will emphasize training students to become reflective practitioners who use action research and data-driven inquiry to solve real-world challenges in education. Area of research interest is open. This position will primarily support the Specialist and Doctoral programs in Educational Administration while also contributing to the Research, Evaluation, Statistics, and Assessment (RESA) program through teaching research methods and statistics courses. Courses include online and hybrid delivery formats. Qualified applicants will be prepared to contribute to the mission of the School of Education at the graduate level.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching and mentoring graduate students in educational administration and research.
- Contributing to the mission of the university and profession through service activities.
- Conducting and disseminating high-quality independent research
- Performing other duties as assigned.