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Visiting Instructor, School of Marketing

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Visiting Instructor, School of Marketing.

Position Details

Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001

United States

Division Marketing

Position Type Faculty

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, completed application materials (including a cover letter, teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation) should be submitted to The University of Southern Mississippi website at https://jobs.usm.edu by the priority deadline of Friday, October 10, 2025. Questions should be directed to Dr. Melinda McLelland at [email protected].

Job Summary

The School of Marketing in the College of Business and Economic Development at The University of Southern Mississippi invites applicants to apply for a nine-month position of Visiting Instructor of Marketing beginning in August 2026. This position is for the Hattiesburg campus and will support our growing face-to-face and online Marketing degrees, minors, and certificates. The successful candidate will provide instruction in undergraduate and potentially graduate courses, teach 12 semester credit hours per term, and participate in School events and functions. While this is a visiting appointment, renewal may be possible based on performance and budgetary approval.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

+ Teach four courses per semester (or equivalent) to be determined by the Director of the School. The successful candidate's teaching obligations will support the Marketing BSBA degree, minors, and certificate programs.

+ Primary teaching responsibilities will support the Marketing BSBA but may also include support of related programs.

+ The desired candidate will be willing and able to teach various Marketing courses, such as Principles of Marketing, Creative Marketing, Marketing Analytics, and others as needed.

+ Faculty are expected to maintain quality teaching (both online and in-person).

+ Faculty are expected to work well in a team environment and participate in School events and functions.

+ Additional responsibilities may include mentoring undergraduate students, recruitment, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A master's degree in Marketing is required by the start of the appointment.

We are unable to sponsor employment visas for this position. International applicants must already hold a valid H-1B visa or other current authorization to work in the United States.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

+ Ability to articulate concepts and instructions effectively to students.

+ Capacity to build positive and professional relationships with students and colleagues.

+ Skilled in managing course materials, time, and administrative tasks like grading and answering emails.

+ Familiarity with standard software for communication and online learning platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience in developing and delivering face-to-face and online instruction at the undergraduate and graduate level, depending on degree earned.

+ Desire and willingness to build connections with all student populations and establish relationships with community business partners.

+ A desire to engage in recruitment and retention of students.

+ The drive to participate in and support a collaborative working environment.

+ A commitment to high impact practices and the ability to teach a variety of courses, such as Principles of Marketing, Creative Marketing, and Marketing Analytics.

+ Relevant teaching experience/interests and demonstrated effective project-focused applied teaching experience.

+ Emphasis is also on candidates who can connect with and relate to our students and challenge them to become effective problem solvers according to the School of Marketing's mission/vision.

The Mission of the Marketing Program

Our faculty maintains active research records and connections with business leaders. We prepare our students to be successful marketing professionals by (a) challenging them to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to be effective problem-solvers, and (b) requiring them to apply their knowledge and skills on client-based projects to gain real-world experience.

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.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.