Adjunct Instructor - Educational Research

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor - Educational Research.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications for Part-Time Educational Research Adjunct Faculty will be accepted on an ongoing basis and will be reviewed as needed. Please make sure to include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, as well as a copy of graduate transcripts when applying for this position.

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
Educational Research Adjunct Faculty assist with the instructional delivery of courses taken by majors and non-majors. Educational Research adjunct faculty teach up to 6 hours [Two 3-hour courses] per semester. Typical courses focus on Foundations of Research, Introductory Statistics/data analytics, Survey Research, Measurement, and Program Evaluation.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

1. Instruction in traditional and online formats.
2. Assessment of student learning outcomes.
3. Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
4. Other duties as assigned.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with diverse groups of individuals.
• Experience setting clear performance expectations and provision of meaningful feedback.
• Ability to apply statistical concepts and research methods.
• Experience with online learning platforms.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
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 development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter
fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such
as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of
business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by
producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of
excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation
accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our
student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and
persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.