Adjunct, School of Management

Position Details

Location: Hattiesburg, 118 College Drive, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001, United States

Division: School of Management

Position Type: Faculty (Part Time)

Employment Status: Part Time, Grant Funded

Pay Grade: Generic Grade

Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled

Application Instructions

• Cover Letter: Explicitly state your preferred teaching modalities and locations (Hattiesburg Campus, Long Beach/Gulf Park Campus, and/or Online).
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Unofficial Transcripts: Highlighting your graduate‑level management coursework.
• 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 work visas (e.g., H‑1B).

Job Summary

Adjunct faculty members serve as the Instructor of Record, delivering high‑quality course instruction across face‑to‑face, hybrid, and/or online modalities, including all aspects of course development and administration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver face‑to‑face, hybrid, and online classes in strict adherence to posted academic schedules.
• Clearly communicate course requirements, grading rubrics, and expectations to students.
• Maintain availability for student academic support, advising, exams, remediation, and evaluations.
• Collaborate with College of Business and Economic Development (CBED) faculty and the School Director to align course offerings with institutional quality metrics.
• Adhere to all established policies, procedures, and ethical standards of CBED and the University of Southern Mississippi.
• Perform administrative and instructional tasks as assigned by the Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• A master’s degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• A minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in a management discipline from an accredited business school (AACSB, ACBSP, or IACBE).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated professional work or teaching experience in management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a focus on timely student feedback.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse faculty within the School of Management.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (specifically Canvas) and standard productivity software (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Knowledge of inclusive teaching strategies tailored to diverse student populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or D.B.A.) in a management discipline from an AACSB‑accredited program.
• Substantial executive or professional leadership experience in a management field.
• Documented history of successful online/hybrid/flipped classroom instruction and Canvas certification.
• Active scholarly research or recognized professional certifications (e.g., SHRM‑CP, PMP).

About the University

Since its founding in 1910, the University of Southern Mississippi is dedicated to preparing students for success. It serves more than 13,000 students across Hattiesburg, Long Beach, the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and online. As a Carnegie R1, community‑engaged university, Southern Miss leads in research areas such as polymer science, ocean science, cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development. The university offers a broad range of programs, from engineering and information technology to business, education, nursing, and the arts, and fields 17 NCAA Division I sports teams. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.