Adjunct Faculty

• School of Leadership Long Beach, MS, United States | req5460 Posted on: 8/13/2026 Adjunct Faculty
• School of Leadership The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty
• School of Leadership.

Position Details Location Gulf Park 730 East Beach Boulevard Long Beach, Mississippi, 39560 United States Division School of Leadership Position Type Faculty Employment Status Part Time Grant Funded No Pay Grade Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Special Instructions to

Applicants:

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 Adjunct faculty members facilitate student achievement of course objectives consistent with academic program requirements. Depending on the program/class needs and adjunct interests, assignments can be undergraduate and/or graduate sections in formats to include fully online, fully in-person at the Gulf Park Campus, or a blend of online and in-person. The School of Leadership offers both undergraduate and graduate programs, and they are listed below. Additional details for each program, including specific classes offered, can be found at our website under "Programs": usm.edu/leadership. Undergraduate Programs Applied Technology BAS

• Offers a pathway for two-year career technical and/or military transfer students to expand their leadership skills beyond their technical competencies in pursuit of bachelor's degree. All classes are fully online. Business Administration (General Business) BSBA
• Provides students with functional knowledge and skills in accounting, finance, management, and marketing that may be applied in a variety of organizational settings. Classes are offered both online and in-person. Industrial Engineering Technology BS
• Focuses on industrial systems design, integration, and management using analytical and computational tools to improve productivity and solve problems. All classes are fully online. Industrial Engineering Technology (Logistics) BS
•  Integrates industrial engineering technology foundations with logistics and supply chain management tools and best practices to promote organizational success. All classes are fully online. Organizational Leadership BSBA
• Prepares students to navigate the challenges surrounding the rapidly developing Blue Economy. The program's unique combination of business skills, leadership, human capital development, organizational logistics, decision analytics, and strategic marketing communications offers limitless potential. Classes are offered both online and in-person. Graduate Programs Human Capital Development MS
• Focuses on human-centered leadership, workforce and talent development, organizational learning, and performance improvement through an applied curriculum designed to strengthen research foundations, consulting practice, experiential learning, and evidence-based performance improvement.

The program prepares working professionals to lead organizational growth, design and implement workforce development initiatives, apply evidence-based strategies, and improve employee and organizational performance across a variety of industries and sectors. All courses are fully online. Human Capital Development PhD

• Emphasizes a scholar-practitioner approach to organizational development, leadership, performance improvement and evaluation, learning and talent development, workforce development, qualitative and quantitative research methods, statistics, and applied organizational practice.

The program prepares experienced professionals to generate and apply research that addresses complex organizational challenges while advancing leadership and organizational effectiveness. The program is delivered in an executive-format model. Logistics and Supply Chain Management MS

•  Teaches a systematic approach to balance the demands of logistics, trade, and transportation with supply chain management strategies.

All classes are fully online. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities Online and/or face-to-face course delivery and instruction. Prepare and submit syllabi, grades, and other required course documentation in the appropriate time and manner. Communicate course requirements and expectations to students. Follow policies and procedures of the School of Leadership, College of Business and Economic Development, and The University of Southern Mississippi. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in a discipline related to the assigned course of instruction. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) Candidate must have earned 18 graduate hours in the area of instruction (e.g., management, marketing, finance, logistics, etc.) The ability to deliver accurate, concise, and quality communication (verbal and written) in a timely manner. The ability to work collaboratively with other faculty and staff in the unit. The ability to navigate and use web browsers, Canvas (i.e., USM's learning management system), Microsoft Office, and other relevant programs. Proficiency in teaching strategies and techniques for all student populations. Preferred Qualifications Doctoral degree in related discipline, professional experience in the field related to the assigned course of instruction, experience with online and/or face-to-face instruction, and experience with Canvas. 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.