Department:
Teacher Education
Job Summary:
Performs the functions of teaching, research or creative activities, and service and are assigned to an academic unit appropriate for their Discipline descriptor.The Teacher Education department at the University of Mississippi is looking for a tenure track associate professor of elementary education with a specialization in reading instruction. We are hoping to hire a colleague to teach courses, work with students in the field, perform research and add to the service culture of the department.
Job Description:
Tenure Track Faculty members perform the functions of teaching, research or creative activities, and service and are assigned to an academic unit appropriate for their Discipline descriptor. Tenure Track Faculty members are usually hired as assistant professors and enter the tenure track. For example, an assistant professor must serve a probationary period of five years and be reviewed for tenure during his or her sixth year of continuous employment at the University. Tenure Track Faculty members may be hired, particularly at the associate and full ranks, with a reduction in the tenure probationary period, as explained in the Tenure Policy. Tenure Track Faculty members at the Associate and Full ranks are full members of the Graduate Faculty, while those at the Assistant rank are Associate Members of the Graduate Faculty.
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Job Responsibilities:
-Teach graduate and undergraduate courses
-Supervise students in their field experiences
-Have a productive research agenda
-Serve on department, school and university committees
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate completed or ABD with anticipated completion date prior to the start of the fall 2026 semester. Please submit a cover letter and CV to be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
At least three years of experience teaching in the K-12 schools (or equivalent) is preferred.
Education Qualifications:
EdD, PhDExperience:
Relevant experienceInterview Requirement:
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
EEO Statement:
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Skills Required
- Doctorate (EdD or PhD) completed or ABD with anticipated completion prior to the start of the fall 2026 semester
- Ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in elementary education and reading instruction
- Supervise students in field experiences (student teaching/clinical placements)
- Maintain a productive research agenda and engage in scholarly activities
- Service on department, school, and university committees
- At least three years of K-12 teaching experience (or equivalent)
- Successful completion of background investigation (criminal history check, and when appropriate credit or driving history)
What We Do
The University of Mississippi, also known as Ole Miss, is a public, coeducational research university located in Oxford, Mississippi. Founded in 1848, the school is composed of the main campus in Oxford and three branch campuses located in Booneville, Tupelo, and Southaven as well as the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson.
