Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor

Position Function:

Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor in Counseling at Mississippi State University on the Meridian Campus. The Division of Education invites applicants for a non-tenure track Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor position in the Counseling Program beginning fall 2026.

Salary Grade:  UC

Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges.  For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Area of Specialization:

Counseling

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate teaching and advisement, supervision of practicum and internship, service, and outreach. This program is CACREP accredited, and faculty work closely with area schools, community colleges, and clinical settings. Students in the program obtain Master of Science and Educational Specialist degrees with concentrations in Clinical Mental Health or School Counseling. The division also offers a certificate in Addictions Counseling.

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctorate in Counselor Education from a CACREP accredited program; demonstration of excellence in teaching, and/or service (Associate Teaching Professor), or demonstration of potential for excellence in these areas (Assistant Teaching Professor). ABD's will be considered. Level of appointment is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Eligibility for licensure as a LPC in Mississippi or School Counselor in Mississippi; experience with CACREP accreditation; minimum of 3 years of experience in the counseling field; experience with teaching at the graduate level; experience teaching virtually or online; experience in addictions counseling.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of counselor education, counseling theories, ethical standards, and evidence-based practices.
Knowledge of CACREP standards, counselor licensure requirements, and counselor preparation processes.
Skill in teaching counseling courses in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats.
Skill in supervising practicum and internship students and evaluating professional competencies.
Skill in advising, mentoring, and supporting graduate student populations.
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with students, faculty, staff, community partners, and other stakeholders.
Ability to contribute to program assessment, accreditation, curriculum development, and continuous improvement efforts.
Ability to maintain professional and ethical practices while managing multiple responsibilities and deadlines.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Work is performed in office, classroom, clinical, and online learning environments.
Requires frequent use of a computer, instructional technologies, and videoconferencing platforms.
Requires effective verbal and written communication with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
Regular evening work is required, as courses are primarily offered during evening hours. Some Saturday work is also required to support hybrid course delivery and other program responsibilities.
Occasional travel may be required for clinical site visits, professional meetings, conferences, and university-related activities.
Work involves extended periods of sitting, standing, teaching, and computer use.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Instructions for Applying:

Link to apply:  http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/

All applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.edu and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, teaching evaluations (if applicable) and the complete contact information for at least 3 references. Inquiries should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Melissa Windham. Any social security numbers included on requested transcripts should be redacted prior to submitting online.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution.