Assistant Professor (Non-Tenure track)

Assistant Professor (Non-Tenure track)

Location

JSU Main Campus, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202400391

College/Division

Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science

Opening Date

09/21/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Jackson State University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Computer Science.

Examples of Duties

• Serve as an effective teacher and mentor at the undergraduate and graduate levels by (1) employing innovative strategies to create active learning environments; (2) creating environments that foster collaboration and team building; and (3) actively participating in programming that supports the success of students (academically and professionally).
• Develop curriculum in the areas of Biomedical Engineering.
• Establish and sustain an externally funded research program in Biomedical Engineering.
• Provide service to the department, the college, the university and profession.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering.
• Must have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate student education and success.
• Be an effective communicator and have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Be knowledgeable about effective pedagogical strategies.
• Be able to provide guidance, support and academic advice to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Strong analytical, observational and problem-solving skills.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

01

Can you, if hired, provide proof of education?

• Yes
• No

02

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Specialist degree
• Ph.D
• G.E.D.
• Juris Doctorate

03

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Jackson State University (MS)

Address 1400 John R. Lynch Street

P.O. Box 17028

Jackson, Mississippi, 39217

Phone (601) 979-2015

Website https://www.jsums.edu/humanresources/