About the role
Position Function
The assistant professor reports to the Head of the Department of Political Science and Public Administration. The assistant professor is responsible for teaching in Public Policy and Administration with particular consideration given to well-qualified candidates specializing in public policy and program evaluation.
Salary Grade: UC
For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile
16 member department offers the BA and MA degrees in political science, a NASPAA-accredited MPPA degree, and a PhD in public policy and administration.
Area of Specialization
Public Administration and Policy/ Program Evaluation
Anticipated Appointment Date
August 16, 2026
Tenure Track Status
Tenure Track
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The assistant professor will be responsible for teaching classes in Public Policy and Administration and conducting research in his/her area of specialization; performing such services as necessary to enhance the activities of the department, the college, and the university. The teaching load will be a standard two courses per semester (2/2) with other responsibilities including department, college, and university service functions as well as working with doctoral candidates which will include performing such services as necessary to enhance the activities of the department, the college, and the university.
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Public Policy with particular consideration given to well-qualified candidates specializing in public policy and program evaluation. ABD status will be considered but must possess a Ph.D. by the time of appointment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The successful candidate should possess the ability to work effectively with students and colleagues in a multidisciplinary department where access and diversity are important values.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Work takes place in a traditional office environment.
Instructions for Applying
All applicants must apply online at http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/ and attach a cover letter and curriculum vitae. In addition, please send three letters of recommendation to Ms. Quintara Miller, Political Science Search, Mississippi State University; P.O. Box PC; Mississippi State, MS 39762.
Note: Official transcripts will be required upon employment.
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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