Assistant/Associate Professor

Position Function:


The School Psychology Program at Mississippi State University seeks applicants to join our full-time faculty members for a vacant tenure-track assistant or associate professor position, beginning fall 2027, in its APA accredited and CAEP/NASP approved programs in School Psychology that has ABAI Verified Course Sequences leading to the BCBA and BCBA-D credentials.


Salary Grade : UC


For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.


Department Profile:


The Department of Counseling, Higher Education Leadership, Educational Psychology, and Foundations offers graduate programs (masters and doctoral) in educational psychology, school psychology, applied behavior analysis, higher education leadership and counseling, as well as an undergraduate program in educational psychology. Mississippi State University, located in pastoral Starkville, is a comprehensive, land-grant institution with an enrollment of over 20,000 students and is designated with a very high research activity rating from the Carnegie Foundation. For additional information about Mississippi State University and the department please visit and


Area of Specialization:


Educational Psychology/School Psychology


Anticipated Appointment Date:


August 16, 2027


Tenure Track Status:


Tenure Track


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


This position will involve teaching, scholarly research, service, and program support through our Department of Counseling, Higher Education Leadership, Educational Psychology, and Foundations. Primary responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate teaching, practicum and research supervision, graduate advising, and program planning activities, as well as research production. The program is based on the scientist-practitioner model with strong emphasis on training in the utilization of empirically based assessment, intervention, and consultation methods. Students in the program obtain an Educational Specialist degree in Education with an emphasis in School Psychology or a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Educational Psychology with an emphasis in School Psychology.


Minimum Qualifications:


Doctorate in psychology or educational psychology with an emphasis in school psychology or a closely related field. ABDs will be considered if the degree will be completed by August 15, 2027.


Preferred Qualifications:


Doctoral degree from a recognized school psychology program approved by NASP and/or accredited by APA; Eligible for licensure as a psychologist in Mississippi; Eligible for NCSP certification; Eligible for BCBA certification; Theoretical orientation consistent with behavioral/cognitive-behavioral foundations; Record of, or potential for excellence in teaching of school psychology courses for diverse student population in university settings; Record of, or potential for scholarly research activity, as evidenced by publications, presentations, grants, etc.; Record of, or potential for excellence in service to the department, university and professional organizations.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:


Effective interpersonal skills to interact with, engage and inspire students, faculty and staff.


Working Conditions and Physical Effort


Work is normally performed in an office work environment with no or very little physical effort or exposure to physical risk.


Instructions for Applying:


Link to apply:


All applicants must apply online at and send a cover letter, curriculum vita, official transcript(s), and names and full contact information for three (3) references. Social security number should be redacted prior to submitting transcripts online. For inquires: Contact Dr. MacKenzie Sidwell, search committee chair at mds504.msstate.edu or View phone number on click.appcast.io.


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, View phone number on click.appcast.io.


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