Adjunct Business Instructors  The College of Business and Legal Studies at Mississippi University for Women are currently seeking applicants for part-time face-to-face and on-line business faculty in the disciplines of Accounting, Marketing, Management, Finance, Economics and MIS. The \faculty member will work with and be supported by the Dean and lead faculty members located at the main campus. The primary responsibilities include teaching, assisting students in their learning process by utilizing all appropriate college resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies available to complement the teaching and learning process. The ideal candidate will hold a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching field and preferably a Doctorate from a regionally accredited institution in a business discipline or related field and have the qualifications to teach a wide range of business courses. An out of field doctorate with an MBA may be considered. Computer proficiency, professional work experience in appropriate fields and three years teaching experience are required. Applicants must be able to communicate and work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community professionals. Successful candidates will be organized, have effective multi-tasking skills, and be able to work in a rapid-change environment.  Please forward a cover letter and resume with references to:  College of Business, Mississippi University for Women, 1100 College Street W-940, Columbus, MS 39701. For more information about the position contact:  Scott Tollison 662-329-7152  Or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Culinary Chef Instructor/Assistant Professors  #865 and #894 The Culinary Arts Institute at Mississippi University for Women, located in Columbus, Mississippi, is seeking two Assistant Professor / Chef Instructor positions. These are both full-time, 9-month, tenure track positions. The positions will be available beginning in August 2013, and will remain open until filled. The successful candidate will teach at least 12 credit hours per semester and be responsible for other departmental duties as assigned. Classes will include hands-on food preparation course for majors and discipline-specific courses in any one of the four emphasis areas including entrepreneurship, food art, food journalism, and nutrition and wellness.  Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts or related field and holding an M.A., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in an area of food studies consistent with our emphasis areas listed above. Candidates currently pursuing an M.A., M.S. or Ph.D. are encouraged to apply. Other preferred qualifications include experience as a working chef and demonstrated accomplishments in supervisory management, and teaching experience in a liberal arts environment. The successful candidate must be able to work with a diverse community of both traditional and non-traditional students and be comfortable in a culinary teaching environment.  Submit letter of interest, résumé or CV and three references to the Office of Human Resources, Mississippi University for Women, 1100 College St. MUW-1609, Columbus, MS 39701.  Inquiries regarding additional information may be directed to Cheryl Brown, Culinary Arts Coordinator, The Culinary Arts Institute at MUW, 1100 College St. MUW-1639, Columbus, MS 39701, 662.241.7472.  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Education #5 Mississippi University for Women (MUW) invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track, assistant/associate professor position in the Department of Education and Human Sciences beginning August 2013.  The position requires excellence in teaching, scholarly activities and service.  Summer teaching may be available.  Earned doctorate with evidence of three years K-12 teaching experience required.  Candidates with expertise in Reading preferred.  Send letter of application, vita, transcripts and the names/contact information for five references, including at least one supervisor, to the MUW Office of Human Resources, 1100 College St., MUW-1609, Columbus, MS 39701.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Educational Leadership #412 Mississippi University for Women College of Education and Human Sciences is seeking applications for a nine-month, tenure-track, assistant/associate professor position in the Department of Education and Human Sciences beginning August 2013.  Candidates are required to have an earned doctorate in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership, or a related field with strong background experience in K-12 educational administration. Experience, scholarship, and teaching should reflect an emphasis on developmental supervision in the K-12 environment and models of innovative or turn around leadership. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to excellence in teaching with at least 3 years or more of experience as a K-12 principal, superintendent, curriculum coordinator, or related K-12 district-level administration position related to instructional supervision. Individuals who are committed to applying their successful experience and scholarly expertise from a K-12 principal and/or superintendent perspective are encouraged to apply. Teaching experience in higher education is preferred, particularly in Educational Leadership Preparation. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in scholarly activities, teaching, and service. Potential teaching assignments include delivery of coursework and internships within the educational leadership master’s degree program of study. Candidates should be able to teach in a face-to-face or online environment and teach in a combination of the areas of leadership principles and decision making, organizational planning and management, instructional leadership, educational law, finance, ethics, professionalism, and leadership related to special populations. Candidates should demonstrate an integration of theory and practical application to the program of study.  The successful candidate will also recruit students to the program, serve as academic advisor to graduate students, contribute to university outreach, and serve on committees. Summer school teaching opportunities are available.  Candidates should possess a desire to work in an innovative environment and practice team teaching and collaboration in curriculum development.   Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit a letter of application with a statement of interest and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above, curriculum vitae, and names of five professional references who will address teaching ability, evidence of effective teaching, and leadership experience in a K-12 environment to the Office of Human Resources, Mississippi University for Women, 1100 College Street W-1609, Columbus, MS  39701

Educational Leadership Director #437 Mississippi University for Women College of Education and Human Sciences is seeking applications for a twelve-month, tenure-track, assistant/associate/full professor and Director of the Educational Leadership Graduate Program in the Department of Education and Human Sciences beginning July 2013.  Candidates are required to have an earned doctorate in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership, or a related field with strong background experience in K-12 educational administration.  Experience, scholarship, and teaching should reflect an emphasis on developmental supervision in the K-12 environment and models of innovative or turn around leadership. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to excellence in teaching with at least 3 years or more of experience as a K-12 principal, superintendent, curriculum Director, or related K-12 district-level administration position related instructional supervision. Individuals who are committed to applying their successful experience and scholarly expertise from a K-12 principal and/or superintendent perspective are encouraged to apply. Teaching experience in higher education, particularly in successful, innovative Educational Leadership Preparation, is preferred.  The successful candidate will be expected to engage in scholarly activities, teaching, and service. Potential teaching assignments include delivery of coursework and internships within the educational leadership master’s degree program of study. Candidates should be able to teach in a face-to-face or online environment and teach in a combination of the areas of leadership principles and decision making, organizational planning and management, instructional leadership, educational law, finance, ethics, professionalism, and leadership related to special populations. Candidates should demonstrate an integration of theory and practical application to the program of study. The successful candidate will also recruit students to the program, serve as academic advisor to graduate students, contribute to university outreach, and serve on committees. Candidates should possess a desire to work in an innovative environment and practice team teaching and collaboration in curriculum development. The Director of the Educational Leadership Graduate Program is expected to carry out administrative duties related to graduate program coordination including but not limited to forging and sustaining partnerships with school districts, coordination and training of internship supervisors and career coaches, recruiting and retaining high quality faculty and students, class scheduling, cohort management, program admissions, program evaluation, and accreditation. Additionally, the Director serves as the chairperson of the Educational Leadership Advisory Council. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit a letter of application with a statement of interest and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above, curriculum vitae, and names of five professional references who will address teaching ability, evidence of effective teaching, and leadership experience in a K-12 environment to the Office of Human Resources, Mississippi University for Women, 1100 College Street W-1609, Columbus, MS  39701

Visiting Assistant Professor of Geography (Online)  The Department of History, Political Science, and Geography at the Mississippi University for Women seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Geography for the 2013-2014 school year (classes begin August 20, 2013). While the position is non-tenure track, it is salaried and does include health insurance and other benefits. The successful candidate will possess a PhD in Geography or a related field, though ABD candidates will be considered. Preference will be given to those candidates who can demonstrate excellence in online instruction. The position’s regular teaching responsibilities include a 4-4 load, delivered through the Blackboard 9.1 online portal. Each term will include at least two sections of the introductory geography course that serves the general education curriculum and is required for students receiving secondary social studies teaching certification. Upper-level offerings will be expected as well: courses on the geography of Latin America (on the fall schedule), North America, and the Muslim World (the latter two are options for the spring term). Environmental geography is also on the course list, if a candidate feels strongly about teaching that course in the spring. Opportunities for overloads and summer teaching are available. Deadline for applications is July 1, 2013, with phone interviews with finalists scheduled soon afterward. Please limit application materials to the following: letter of professional interest; curriculum vitae; graduate transcripts; statement of teaching philosophy with an emphasis on online instructional method; and three academic letters of recommendation. Submit application materials after June 1, 2013 through the PeopleAdmin system found on the web page of MUW’s Office of Human Relations . Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Brian Anderson, Chair of the Department of History, Political Science, and Geography, at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . AA/EOE

1. HIS 101 History of Civilization I (world history up to ca. 1600), MWF 10:00-10:50 am.

2. HIS 101 History of Civilization I (world history up to ca. 1600), MW 2:00-3:15 pm.

3. HIS 109 History of the United States I (colonial era to Reconstruction), MWF 9:00-9:50 am.

4. HIS 361 Civil War and Reconstruction, MW 3:30-4:45 pm.

Successful candidates for the first three courses will possess at least a Master’s degree in History; candidates for HIS 361 should at least be ABD in History. All courses are taught in Painter Hall, where the department is based. HIS 109 and 361 are offered in classrooms equipped with smart technology; the HIS 101 sections are offered in a classroom with a ceiling projector that can work off a laptop computer, which may be supplied by the department. Compensation is $2,000/course. Deadline for applications is July 1, 2013, with phone interviews with finalists scheduled soon afterward. Please limit application materials to the following: letter of professional interest that includes a statement of teaching philosophy; curriculum vitae that includes a list of three academic references; graduate transcripts. Submit application materials after June 1, 2013 through the PeopleAdmin system found on the web page of MUW’s Office of Human Relations. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Brian Anderson, Chair of the Department of History, Political Science, and Geography, at . AA/EOE

Music Theory Assistant Professor  #45 Mississippi University for Women invites applications for an Assistant Professor, tenure-track in Music to begin August 2013.  Duties: position will teach piano, group piano, music theory, ear-training. Position may also serve as an accompanist.  Other duties include student advising, contribution to university service and ongoing continuation of scholarship and creative activities.  Minimum qualifications: Doctorate degree in music is required.  At least one degree must be in piano. Evidence of a strong teaching background.  Applicant must have two years of piano and theory and/or ear-training undergraduate teaching experience.  A proven record of outstanding artistry in solo and collaborative piano performance.  Ability to recruit and retain students. Ability to interact with private piano teachers and prospective students through such activities as workshops, festivals, master classes and adjudications. Send letter of application, vita, teaching philosophy statement, contact information for three references, and copy of transcripts. For additional information contact Dr. Julia Mortyakova at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Nursing - ASN ·  #418 Mississippi University for Women invites applicants for a full-time faculty member in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program beginning August 2012.  The program is accredited by NLNAC and is located in Columbus, Mississippi.  This position is responsible for classroom and clinical instruction with primary teaching assignment in Medical-Surgical Nursing in the sophomore level.  Other duties include assisting in program clinical and course coordination; general nursing program activities; assisting in maintaining/obtaining clinical sites; participation in student advising and registration activities; helping enhance program effectiveness; participating in student retention; and serving on program and department committees.  This position reports to the Associate Degree Nursing Department Chair and works closely with other nursing faculty.  Additional assignments may be required as assigned by the department chair.  Minimum requirements are:  Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college/university (instructor rank, non-tenure track), current nursing license in good standing to practice as a registered nurse in Mississippi, two (2) years or more of full-time, or equivalent, professional nursing clinical experience, and a satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.  All applicants must submit a detailed letter of interest addressing the job announcement in addition to a vitae, official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, three professional references, and names of additional references for phone interviews to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Human Resources, Mississippi University for Women, 1100 College Street MUW-1609, Columbus, MS  39701.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Note:  Only those applicants with complete files will be forwarded to the Search Committee for consideration.  For more information, contact Mary Jo Kirkpatrick (662-329-7311) or 1100 college Street MUW-910, Columbus, MS  39701 or online at //web2.muw.edu/index.php.  ·

Nursing - RN to BSN Coordinator  #564 Mississippi University for Women’s Baccalaureate Nursing Program (BSN) has a vacancy for a full-time, 12 month, RN to BSN Advanced Placement Option coordinator to begin July 1, 2012.  The BSN program is accredited by CCNE and is located in Columbus Mississippi with an off-site campus in Tupelo. The RN to BSN option is located on the Tupelo campus. This position is responsible for oversight of the RN to BSN classroom and clinical instruction and RN to BSN faculty and staff.  Additional expectations include academic advising and community service. Other duties include assisting in program clinical and course coordination, participation in general nursing program activities; assisting in maintaining/obtaining clinical sites; program recruitment, and participation in student advising and registration activities. This position reports to the BSN Department Chair and works closely with other nursing faculty. Additional assignments may be required as assigned by the BSN Department Chair. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college/university required (instructor rank, non-tenure track).Current license in good standing to practice as a registered nurse in Mississippi. Five (5) years or more of full-time, or equivalent, professional nursing clinical experience.

Faculty are required to have a health care criminal background check with no disqualifying events and to pass a drug screen test.  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate in Nursing or related field, (required for tenure track at assistance professor rank). Two (2) years or more of on line teaching experience in higher education.  Computer literacy with Blackboard or similar online delivery systems. Compensation is commensurate with education and experience and in accordance with the MUW Salary Schedule. MUW offers a competitive fringe benefit program including health, dental and life insurance.  All applicants must submit a detailed letter of interest addressing the job announcement in addition to a vitae, official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, and three professional references along with names/contact information for five references to MUW Human Resources, 1100 College St - MUW 1609 , Columbus, Mississippi 39701-5800.  Note-Only those applicants with complete files will be forwarded to the Search Committee for consideration.

Nursing - BSN Medical-Surgical and Psychiatric  #202 and #203 Mississippi University for Women’s Baccalaureate Nursing Program (BSN) invites applications for a Medical Surgical faculty position and a Psychiatric Nursing position. Responsibilities include classroom and clinical instruction, academic advising, and community service. Applicants should note that all faculty are required to have a health care criminal background check with no disqualifying events and to pass a drug screen test.   Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Qualifications: Required: Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college / university required; Current unrestricted MS RN license; Two or more years of full-time clinical experience. Preferred: Doctorate in nursing or related field; Previous nursing education experience. For more information, please visit http://www.muw.edu.  Send letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, official college transcripts, and three professional references along with names/contact information for five references to:  MUW Human Resources, 1100 College St - MUW 1609 , Columbus, Mississippi 39701-5800.

Nursing - RN to BSN -  Mississippi University for Women invites applications in the Baccalaureate Nursing Program for an RN to BSN Advanced Placement Option 12 month faculty position. Responsibilities include RN to BSN classroom and clinical instruction, academic advising, and community service. Applicants should note all faculty are required to have a health care criminal background check with no disqualifying events and to pass a drug screen test.   Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications: Required: Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited college/university; current unrestricted MS RN license; two or more years of full-time clinical experience and two years nursing education experience.  Preferred:  Doctorate in nursing or related field and previous online nursing education experience.  For more information, please visit This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call Dr. Tammie McCoy, BSN Nursing Program Chair at 662-329-7301.  Send letter of interest, curriculum vitae, official college transcripts, and three professional references along with names/contact information for five additional references to:  Office of Human Resources, Mississippi University for Women, 1100 College Street, MUW 1609, Columbus, MS 39701.  

Speech Language Pathology Assistant Professor-· #441:  Mississippi University for Women invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position in the Speech-Language Pathology Department at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor.  A doctorate in speech-language pathology or a related field, ASHA certification (CCC-SLP), and eligibility for Mississippi Department of Health licensure are required. Previous teaching experience preferred. Expertise in child language desired. Responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate teaching, clinical supervision, academic advising, professional and scholarly activities, and service to the university and community.  Send letter of application, curriculum vita, official transcripts and three letters of reference to:  Human Resources, 100 College Street MUW 1609, Columbus,  MS   39701-5800.  For additional information, call 662-329-7270.

 Program Director/Professor - Speech Language Pathology-· #749 Mississippi University for Women, invites applications for a Program Director for undergraduate/graduate academic programs.··The position is a 12-month, tenure-track position at the associate/full professor level. A doctorate in communication sciences or disorders or related field, current CCC-SLP or CCC-A license, eligibility for a Mississippi licensure and strong leadership skills to guide the strong academic and clinical programs and faculty.· Other responsibilities include teaching, advising, clinical supervision, university involvement, professional and scholarly involvement and developing the academic and clinical programs. Experience in program accreditation through the Council of Academic Accreditation of the American Speech Language Hearing Association preferred. The position will be available July 1, 2012.· Please submit a letter of application, vita, official transcripts from all college and universities attended, and three letters of recommendation with names and contact information to:· This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it · or Office of Human Resources, 1100 College Street MUW-1609, Columbus, MS· 39701. For additional information, call 662-329-7270.