University of Mississippi Medical Center·Tupelo, Mississippi
The Assistant Professor of Pediatrics will be involved in educating future healthcare professionals, conducting health sciences research, and providing patient care. The role is part of the University of Mississippi Medical Center's mission to improve health outcomes in Mississippi.
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Assistant Professor of Pediatrics - Children's of Mississippi
Located in Jackson, MS, UMMC is the state's only academic health science center with the mission to improve the lives of Mississippians by educating tomorrow's health care professionals, by conducting health sciences research, and by providing cutting edge patient care. A major goal of the Medical Center is the elimination of differences in health status of Mississippians based on race, geography, income, or social status. UMMC encompasses seven health science schools: medicine, nursing, dentistry, health-related professions, graduate studies, pharmacy, and population health, with a total enrollment of close to 3,000 students. We offer competitive salaries for academicians in a rewarding environment for career development, situated in a region with a temperate climate and a low cost of living.
Education & experience
The University of Mississippi Medical Center adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, sex, color, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the Medical Center. Under the provisions of Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the University of Mississippi at the Medical Center does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities with respect to admissions or employment.
Knowledge, skills & abilities
Time type: Full time
FTE %: 100
Benefits: Eligibility:
Job posting date: 02/5/2026
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Market context
Assistant professor roles in pediatrics at academic medical centers in Mississippi are typically driven by patient care, teaching, and research needs, with demand tied to children’s health services and training programs. These positions are competitive because applicants are often evaluated on clinical credentials, academic experience, and readiness to meet all requirements at submission. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and make sure your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications are complete before applying.