Assistant Professor

  • Mississippi State University
  • United States, MS
  • Jul 17, 2026
Full-time
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    Job Description:

    Position Function:

    A full-time tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to teach courses in Strategy for Fall 2027 at the undergraduate and graduate level for the Management & Information Systems Department.

    Salary Grade: UC

    For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

    Department Profile:

    Management and Information Systems Department

    Area of Specialization:

    Strategy

    Anticipated Appointment Date:

    August 16, 2027

    Tenure Track Status:

    Tenure-Track

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
    Engage in research that leads to publications in top journals.
    Fulfill service obligations to department, college, and university.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    Successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Management or a closely related field. ABD candidates will be considered.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Demonstrated ability to teach Strategy.
    Demonstrated ability to do research that leads to publications in top management journals, especially family business research.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    Ability to conduct quality teaching.
    Ability to conduct research that leads to publications in top journals.
    Willingness and ability to provide appropriate level of department, college, and university service.
    Effective written and oral communication skills.
    Ability to work with students and colleagues.

    Working Conditions and Physical Effort

    No unusual physical requirements. Requires no heavy lifting, and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.

    Instructions for Applying:

    Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu. Submit cover letter and current vita. Two letters of recommendation should either be attached to application or emailed directly from writer to Jennifer Sexton ([email protected]).

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

    Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.

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    In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or [email protected].

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