Assistant Professor, School of Management

Special Instructions to Applicants

The School of Management within the College of Business and Economic Development at The University of Southern Mississippi—a Carnegie R1 Top-Tier Research Institution—invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Management starting in August 2027.

To ensure full consideration, candidates must submit all completed application materials online via the official USM job board at https://www.usm.edu/employment-human-resources/applicants-careers.php by the priority deadline of September 10, 2026. Please direct any formal inquiries or questions regarding this position to Dr. Robert Overstreet ([email protected]), Director of the School of Management.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary

The School of Management within the College of Business and Economic Development at The University of Southern Mississippi—a Carnegie R1 Top-Tier Research Institution—invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Management starting in August 2027. This role will support our undergraduate and graduate programs. The role includes research, teaching, student mentoring, and active engagement within the professional community. We seek a dynamic faculty member who brings significant professional experience in management to bridge classroom concepts with real-world industry practice.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct quality research and publish in well-respected journals.

• Teach three courses per semester (or equivalent), including undergraduate and graduate courses in management as determined by the Director of the School.

• Deliver high-quality teaching across both online and in-person formats, with a focus on designing and delivering impactful experiential learning opportunities.

• Contribute actively to curriculum development to ensure all course offerings maintain strict relevance and alignment with current industry trends.

• Partner with faculty across the institution to successfully integrate management concepts into wider interdisciplinary university programs.

• Maintain an active professional development and networking presence within the regional and national community.

• Mentor undergraduate students, support undergraduate research initiatives, assist with student recruitment, and participate in service activities across the School, College, and University.

• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.