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Assistant Professor or Associate Professor 020100 - School of Architecture Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The School of Architecture at Mississippi State University invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank with expertise in history and theory. The anticipated start date is Fall 2026. Candidates with emphasis areas involving social and cultural frameworks, including issues that range from historic preservation to housing or health, are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will help shape and teach the history course sequence and teach in the design studio, which provides avenues to investigate historical and social issues in architectural projects. As part of a college that includes departments of art, interior design, and building construction science, there are opportunities to collaborate with design historians to serve the minors, concentrations, and graduate certificates. The planned graduate program also holds potential for involvement in historical investigations at the graduate level. At Mississippi State University, we recognize the complexities of the American South as we work to advance our state. Mississippi has a history that provides a rich setting for examining social, cultural, economic, and political studies and their effect on the development of the built environment. As the only accredited program in the state, the School of Architecture takes a leading role in regional discussions and studies of this context. New faculty are provided start-up packages to support research, which may be used for travel, undergraduate research assistants, and other needs.
Professor and Head 038600 - Psychology Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (https://www.cas.msstate.edu), the Department Head is a 12-month appointment charged with responsibilities for all departmental operations.
Postdoctoral Associate 036900 - Mathematics & Statistics Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Dynamical Systems, beginning as early as Spring 2026 with the option to postpone the start date to Fall 2026. The initial appointment is for two years, with a possible renewal for a third year. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Prof. Christian Wolf. Strong applicants from all areas of Dynamical Systems are encouraged to apply; however, the greatest interest is for applicants with interest in one or more of the following topics: complex dynamics, computability in dynamical systems, smooth ergodic theory, symbolic dynamics, thermodynamic formalism, and applications to mathematical biology.
Postdoctoral Associate 036900 - Mathematics & Statistics Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Statistics, beginning as early as Spring 2026 with the option to postpone the start date to August 2026. The initial appointment is for two years, with a possible renewal for a third year. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of MSU Statistics faculty. Interested candidates are encouraged to explore the webpage of tenured and tenure-track faculty to identify potential matches with their research interests. Strong applicants from all areas of Statistics are encouraged to apply; however, the greatest interest is for applicants with interest in one or more of the following topics: Computationally intensive methods in Statistics such as Count Time Series, Curve estimation, Environmental Statistics, Forensic Statistics, Stochastic Modelling, Survival Analysis, Functional Data Analysis, and Nonparametric Inference.
Online Enrollment Services Coordinator 302500 - CDE Online Admissions & Enrollment Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Online Enrollment Services Coordinator role is vital to the Center for Distance Education's Online Admissions and Enrollment team, supporting prospective students from initial inquiry through enrollment. This role provides detailed program and admissions information, maintains consistent communication, facilitates onboarding, and conducts outreach campaigns to ensure a seamless applicant experience. They are also responsible for conducting outreach campaigns, logging interactions, and managing various communication platforms to ensure prospective students receive the support they need to begin their academic journey successfully.
Administrative Assistant II 441300 - MS State University Foundation Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Performs and/or oversees a variety of associated administrative, fiscal, staff support, and planning activities for an executive director, some of which require advanced or specialized knowledge and skills, such as budget administration and control, equipment, facilities, and inventory management, specialized recordkeeping and database management, and/or specified information-gathering projects and tasks. Coordinates and facilitates meetings, program functions, and/or special events, as appropriate. Trains and oversees lower graded staff and/or students. May coordinate specified administrative activities and reporting across multiple organizational units within a department.
Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor 060100 - Aerospace Engineering Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Aerospace Engineering (ASE) at Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applications for multiple tenured/tenure-track faculty positions, with priority given to candidates in the areas of Astronautics, Propulsion, and Guidance Navigation and Control. Entry at the Assistant, Associate, or full Professor rank is possible based on qualifications and experience. Outstanding candidates will be eligible for an appointment as an Endowed Chair in Aerospace Engineering.
Student Services Coord 410107 - Student Honor Code Office Main Campus - Starkville, MS
This position is an integral part of our efforts to support the success of our students by engaging in intentional strategies designed to address the needs of students who have challenges with academic, health, wellness, conduct, safety or their general welfare. This position serves as a part of the Dean of Students' Office and reports to the Assistant Director while also maintaining a direct working relationship with other key stakeholders at the University. The Student Services Coordinator reports to the Assistant Director and has primary responsibility for coordination of case management in the honor code and conduct offices, collaboration and improved communication among departments or offices, assists in coordination of continuity of care and services for students, parents and families, and assists in a coordinated team approach to student services and University response to needs.
Assistant/Associate/Full Clinical Professor 183900 - CVM Pathobiology/Population Med Dep Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University, invites applications for a part time (0.3 FTE) clinical faculty member in Veterinary Clinical Pathology. This is a professional (non-tenure track) position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (dependent on prior experience and training). The position is held in the Diagnostic Laboratory Services (DLS) section in the Department of Pathobiology and Population Medicine at the CVM on the Starkville campus. The DLS is a part of the AAVLD fully accredited Mississippi Veterinary Research and Diagnostic Laboratory System, which has laboratories at three sites in Mississippi.
Extension Associate 015901 - CREC-Coastal Marine Ext Program Biloxi, MS
To lead and support a variety of routine and specialized Extension and research duties focused on a combination of coastal conservation and restoration, environmental monitoring, environmental stewardship, and environmental education.
Extension Associate 015901 - CREC-Coastal Marine Ext Program Biloxi, MS
To lead and support a variety of routine and specialized Extension and research duties focused on a combination of coastal conservation and restoration, environmental monitoring, environmental stewardship, and environmental education.
Extension Associate 015901 - CREC-Coastal Marine Ext Program Biloxi, MS
To lead and support a variety of routine and specialized Extension and research duties focused on a combination of coastal conservation and restoration, environmental monitoring, environmental stewardship, and environmental education.
Extension Associate 015901 - CREC-Coastal Marine Ext Program Biloxi, MS
To lead and support a variety of routine and specialized Extension and research duties focused on a combination of coastal conservation and restoration, environmental monitoring, environmental stewardship, and environmental education.
Program Manager 193700 - ASSURE Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Program Manager will provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and partnership management for a university-based Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) research portfolio within the FAA’s Center of Excellence for UAS Research (ASSURE). This program supports applied research projects, technology evaluations, and industry engagement activities aimed at advancing safe and efficient UAS/AAM integration into the National Airspace System (NAS). The Program Manager will ensure program success through coordinated planning, stakeholder engagement, compliance, reporting, and continuous improvement across multiple concurrent research efforts.
Research Engineer I, II, III, or Senior 193000 - HPC2 Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Research Engineer will provide technical and programmatic support for Mississippi State University’s NOAA High Performance Computing (HPC) program. This position focuses on the delivery, monitoring, and continuous improvement of HPC services provided to NOAA, including compute systems, file systems, user support, and associated infrastructure. The individual will coordinate with MSU technical staff, NOAA stakeholders, and external partners to ensure system performance, compliance with federal requirements, and successful execution of HPC research and operations.
Postdoctoral Associate (L,P,S) 011100 - Plant and Soil Sciences Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Plant Stress Physiology Lab at the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, Mississippi State University, invites applications for a postdoctoral position from individuals demonstrating self-motivation and the ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will collaborate and utilize advanced physiological and omics methodologies to investigate the effects of stress on soil and plant health. This role involves taking a leadership position in integrating soil-plant stress physiology to identify genes and microbiomes associated with stress tolerance in grain crops. Responsibilities will include the design and execution of experiments utilizing growth chambers, greenhouses, and field facilities. This position requires strong expertise in high-throughput phenotyping, genomics, and skills for effective analysis of large datasets.
Behavior Analyst 051900 - Mississippi Institute on Disabilities Main Campus - Starkville, MS
We anticipate filling up to four (4) positions from this job posting. The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will provide assessment, treatment development (i.e., program development), monitor progress and provide supervision of clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols all based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in clinic, school, the home, and community settings.
Assistant Teaching Professor 080301 - Colg of Forest Res-Wlf & Fisheries Main Campus - Starkville, MS
The Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Aquaculture at Mississippi State University (MSU) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor in Wildlife Ecology and Management. This position has 100% teaching responsibilities and will focus on undergraduate instruction in applied wildlife conservation, habitat management, and ecological principles. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Extension Program Associate 012102 - Human Sciences- Early Childhood Hinds County
Encourage and support early care and education providers, families, and children across the state and provide referrals and resources to families.
Research Associate I 013200 - Delta Research and Extension Center Stoneville, MS
Under general supervision, employs a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures in a particular field of specialization to plan, coordinate, and conduct research.

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