Assistant Professor Jobs in Mississippi
Assistant Professor jobs in Mississippi are open across Jackson, Itta Bena, and Hattiesburg and other Mississippi metros, with employers like University of Mississippi Medical Center, Mississippi Valley State University, and Jackson State University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
The Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology seeks a doctoral-level, open rank Instructor or Assistant Professor (Tenure-track or non tenure-track) of speech-language pathology. (Applicants with a M.S. or M.A. degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders may also be considered.) Candidates with teaching interests in all areas of speech-language pathology will be considered. The position involves clinical supervision and mentoring so clinical certification in speech-language pathology is required.
Examples of Duties
- Teaching speech-language pathology and audiology undergraduate and graduate courses.
- Clinical supervision and mentoring.
- Academic advising.
- Conducting research in the area of expertise.
- Participate in University and professional services.
- Other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
- A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience.
- MA/MS or PhD in Communicative Disorders or PhD or EdD in a closely related area.
Description
The Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology seeks a doctoral-level, open rank Instructor or Assistant Professor (Tenure-track or non tenure-track) of speech-language pathology. (Applicants with a M.S. or M.A. degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders may also be considered.) Candidates with teaching interests in all areas of speech-language pathology will be considered. The position involves clinical supervision and mentoring so clinical certification in speech-language pathology is required.
Examples of Duties
- Teaching speech-language pathology and audiology undergraduate and graduate courses.
- Clinical supervision and mentoring.
- Academic advising.
- Conducting research in the area of expertise.
- Participate in University and professional services.
- Other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
- A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience.
- MA/MS or PhD in Communicative Disorders or PhD or EdD in a closely related area.
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Assistant Professor Job Market in Mississippi
A snapshot from current Mississippi openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of Mississippi Medical Center14
- Mississippi Valley State University6
- Jackson State University2
- Millsaps College1
- The University of Southern MIssissippi1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education12
- Healthcare & Medical Services12
What Mississippi Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor jobs across Mississippi.
- Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant academic discipline
- Active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications or equivalent scholarly output
- Demonstrated undergraduate or graduate teaching experience in the field
- Evidence of external grant seeking or funded research projects
- Ability to advise and mentor undergraduate or graduate students
- Commitment to departmental service, curriculum development, and collegiality
Assistant Professor Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions
How many assistant professor jobs are there in Mississippi?
There are 25+ assistant professor openings in Mississippi on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Jackson, Itta Bena, and Hattiesburg. New positions post regularly as employers across Mississippi hire.
Which Mississippi cities have the most assistant professor jobs?
Jackson, Itta Bena, and Hattiesburg have the most assistant professor openings in Mississippi right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire assistant professors in Mississippi?
Employers hiring assistant professors in Mississippi include University of Mississippi Medical Center, Mississippi Valley State University, and Jackson State University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote assistant professor jobs in Mississippi?
Yes. About 0% of assistant professor openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Mississippi metros.
How do I apply for assistant professor jobs in Mississippi?
You can apply to assistant professor jobs in Mississippi directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Mississippi location, then apply to each one that fits.
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