Assistant Professor– Educational Administration​/Research

Assistant Professor– Educational Administration/Research

Assistant Professor– Educational Administration/Research

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor– Educational Administration/Research.

Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi,
United States

Division School of Education

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date July 31, 2026

Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin September 15, 2025 and will continue until the positions are filled. Inquiries about the position can be directed to Dr. Danny Guillory (John.

Guillory). A completed application will include
1) a cover letter describing applicant strengths and qualifications for the position,
2) a CV,
3) the names and contact information of three individuals who can provide a recommendation, and
4) academic transcripts (official transcripts are preferred and are necessary for hire). Application material can be uploaded to the HR site found here: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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 Education at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) invites applicants for a tenure‑track position beginning in August 2026 with requirements to be physically present on the Hattiesburg campus. We aim to recruit applicants who will emphasize training students to become reflective practitioners who use action research and data‑driven inquiry to solve real‑world challenges in education. Area of research interest is open.

This position will primarily support the Specialist and Doctoral programs in Educational Administration while also contributing to the Research, Evaluation, Statistics, and Assessment (RESA) program through teaching research methods and statistics courses. Courses include online and hybrid delivery formats. Qualified applicants will be prepared to contribute to the mission of the School of Education at the graduate level.

• Teaching and mentoring graduate students in educational administration and research.
• Contributing to the mission of the university and profession through service activities.
• Conducting and disseminating high‑quality independent research.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• A doctoral degree in Educational Administration or closely related field (by August 2026).
• Five years of educational leadership experience.

• Experience setting clear performance expectations and provision of meaningful feedback.
• Experience and/or familiarity with technology use, particularly in the online learning environment.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver accurate, concise and quality communication (verbal and written) in a timely manner to everyone.

• Experience teaching graduate courses in educational administration and research/statistics.
• Experience supervising doctoral students in research, action research, capstone, or dissertation work.
• Knowledge of P‑12 improvement and methods to assess improvements.
• Leadership experience at the district level.

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community‑engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic…