Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Communication Studies - 2 position to be filled

Requisition
202400070F

Rank
Lecturer-Pool

FLSA status
Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type
Part-Time Non-Tenure Track

College
College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department
Dept of Communication Studies

Open Date
05/16/2024

Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/39138
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Frances Brandau

Title

Chair
Sam Houston State University
Department of Communication Studies
Box 2299
Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone
936-294-1356

Contact Email
fbb@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

This position requires the Lecturer-Pool faculty be available to teach one to four online courses. The availability to teach face-to-face courses on the main SHSU campus in Huntsville, TX, is considered a plus. Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based upon student demand, on a semester-by-semester basis.
Educational Requirements for the Position

Minimum of Master's degree in related field, PhD preferred in related field
Experience Required for the Position

Minimum 1 year college level teaching experience.
Other Requirements for the Position

This posting is for the Fall 2024 semester.
Special Instructions Summary

Provide all required documents:
Cover letter
CV
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Transcripts
3 Letters of recommendation
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Prospective Faculty: https://www.shsu.edu/dept/academic-affairs/prospective-faculty/index.html
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.