Professor Jobs in Mississippi

Professor jobs in Mississippi are open across Jackson, Itta Bena, and Meridian 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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Overview

Open roles31+
Top cityJackson, MS
Cities hiring6
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

Showing 5 of 31+ Professor jobs

Jackson State University
Assistant Professor
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Jackson State University
Added 2w ago
Assistant Professor
Jackson State University
Jackson, Mississippi
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
Higher Education
On-Site
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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Mississippi Valley State University
Assistant Professor of Physics
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Mississippi Valley State University
Added 3w ago
Assistant Professor of Physics
Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, Mississippi
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
Higher Education
On-Site
Doctorate
501-1,000

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Mississippi Valley State University
Assistant Professor of Analytical Chemistry
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Mississippi Valley State University
Added 3w ago
Assistant Professor of Analytical Chemistry
Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, Mississippi
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
Higher Education
On-Site
Doctorate
501-1,000

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Jackson State University
Director & Assistant/Associate Professor
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Jackson State University
Added 1mo ago
Director & Assistant/Associate Professor
Jackson State University
Jackson, Mississippi
Academic & Educational Administration
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Human Resources
On-Site
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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University of Mississippi
Instructional Assistant Professor of Costume Design
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University of Mississippi
Added 1mo ago
Instructional Assistant Professor of Costume Design
University of Mississippi
University, Mississippi
Teaching & Instruction
Curriculum Design
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Professor Jobs by City in Mississippi

Where Mississippi roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jackson
19 jobs
Itta Bena
7 jobs
Meridian
2 jobs
Grenada
1 jobs
Hattiesburg
1 jobs
University
1 jobs

Professor Job Market in Mississippi

A snapshot from current Mississippi openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • University of Mississippi Medical Center
    University of Mississippi Medical Center16
  • Mississippi Valley State University
    Mississippi Valley State University7
  • Jackson State University
    Jackson State University2
  • Labcorp
    Labcorp1
  • Millsaps College
    Millsaps College1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services14
  • Education13
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
  • Manufacturing1

What Mississippi Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in professor jobs across Mississippi.

  • Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant academic discipline
  • Record of peer-reviewed publications or creative works appropriate to career stage
  • Experience designing and delivering undergraduate or graduate courses
  • Evidence of securing or applying for external research grants or funding
  • Ability to mentor graduate students and serve on thesis committees
  • Commitment to departmental service, including committee work and curriculum development

Professor Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions

How many professor jobs are there in Mississippi?

There are 31+ professor openings in Mississippi on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Jackson, Itta Bena, and Meridian. New positions post regularly as employers across Mississippi hire.

Which Mississippi cities have the most professor jobs?

Jackson, Itta Bena, and Meridian have the most professor openings in Mississippi right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire professors in Mississippi?

Employers hiring 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 professor jobs in Mississippi?

Yes. About 0% of 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 professor jobs in Mississippi?

You can apply to 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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