The University of Southern Mississippi

Position Title/Short Description

Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Economics Program in the School of Social Science and Global Studies at the University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for an assistant teaching professor in Economics to begin in August 2027. This is a permanent, full-time, non-tenure-track position with opportunities for promotion.

The school is seeking an economist with a commitment to teaching and mentoring students. The position is open to all areas of specialization in economics.

Teaching responsibilities may include the following classes: basic economics (Eco 101), principles of microeconomics, and principles of macroeconomics, with opportunities to teach an upper-level course in their area of expertise. Courses are primarily face-to-face, but candidates must be able to teach in both face-to-face and online modalities. We make every effort to limit teaching assignments to two course preparations per semester, subject to program and course scheduling needs.

Responsibilities:

Teach four courses per semester for fall and spring terms
Hold regular office hours to assist students
Advise and mentor students.
Attend faculty meetings as determined by the Director of the School of Social Science and Global Studies
Participate in service opportunities that impact the university, profession, and/or local communities.
Remain current in the discipline.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Economics or closely related discipline or ABD with degree conferred by the time of appointment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to articulate concepts and instructions effectively to students.
Capacity to build positive and professional relationships with students and colleagues.
Skilled in managing course materials, time, and administrative tasks like grading and answering emails.
Ability to mentor students interested in local research projects and/or develop community-engaged research opportunities for students.
Preferred Qualifications
Record of high-quality teaching.
Experience teaching and mentoring in a university setting with a diverse student body.
Online teaching and online course design experience.

Special Instructions:

Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) evidence of effective teaching, including a statement of teaching philosophy; and (4) three letters of recommendation. Application materials must be submitted online at https://jobs.usm.edu. The priority deadline for guaranteed application review is November 30, 2026. Applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. For further questions, please contact Dr. Mehdi Barati at mehdi.barati@usm.edu.

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).