Assistant Professor Job Starkville area,Mississippi USA,Education / Teaching

Job no: 510262
Position type: Full-Time 9-Month
Department: 012000 - Biochemistry Nutrition Health Promo
Location: Main Campus - Starkville, MS

Position Function

The Department of Biochemistry, Nutrition and Health Promotion (BNHP) at Mississippi State University (MSU) seeks to fill a 9-month tenure-track position to begin August 16, 2026. The successful candidate will hold a 70% appointment in teaching through the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and a 30% appointment in research through the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station. The successful candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in food science and technology, food microbiology, food chemistry, food biochemistry, and/or Food Product Development.

In addition, the candidate will be expected to develop a nationally recognized research program in their area through scholarship, extramural funding, and mentoring graduate students.

Area of Specialization

Food Science

Anticipated Appointment Date

August 16, 2026

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students
Conduct research, seek extramural funding, and publish scholarly works
Perform departmental, college, university, and professional service

Minimum Qualifications

Doctoral degree in food science, microbiology, or closely related field from an accredited institution
Experience in proposal writing and publications in refereed journals

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

No unusual physical requirements. Requires no heavy lifting, and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.

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, .