University of Southern Mississippi

Adjunct Faculty - Center for STEM Education

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty - Center for STEM Education.

Position Details

Location

Hattiesburg

118 College Drive 5087

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001

United States

Division

Center for Stem Education

Position Type

Faculty

Employment Status

Part Time

Grant Funded

No

Pay Grade

Posting Close Date

December 31, 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications for Adjunct Faculty will be accepted on an ongoing basis and will be reviewed as needed. Applicants should indicate which campus they are willing to accept these interim assignments at in their cover letter.

Job Summary

Adjunct faculty members facilitate students’ achievement of course objectives and prepare college students to matriculate through the program.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Face-to-face, interactive video, or online course delivery and instruction
2. Prepare and submit syllabi, grades and other required course documentation in a timely manner
3. Communicate course requirements and expectations to students
4. Coordinate course schedule with other faculty teaching the same course
5. Assist students with course material as necessary, potentially outside of class time
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in STEM Education or closely related field from an accredited university.

18 hours of graduate level coursework in STEM Education.

Uphold the mission and values of USM, College of Arts and Sciences, and the Center for STEM Education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)

• Proficiency in the use of technology for teaching and learning;
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills;
• Adept at developing and delivering engaging and effective classroom lectures and online learning modules;
• Proficiency in student assessment and evaluation methods;
• Ability to effectively provide constructive feedback to students and guide them in their professional development;
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the learning needs of students, including those with varying learning styles;
• Ability to maintain a positive and supportive learning environment that fosters student engagement and success;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve shared goals and objectives;
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement in teaching and learning practices.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching, mentoring and service experience at a university level. Experience with Canvas technology.

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.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.

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