What are the responsibilities and job description for the Open Rank Tenure Line Faculty, Health Administration position at Texas State University?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Position Title
Open Rank Tenure Line Faculty, Health Administration
Job Posting Number
2026077TTL
Job Location
San Marcos
Department
School of Health Administration
Position Description
The College of Health Professions School of Health Administration (SOHA) Texas State University (TXST), invites applications for one open rank tenure-track position. This is a full-time, in-person position located at the San Marcos campus, with a nine-month appointment to begin Fall 2026. Salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Candidates are expected to actively pursue and maintain an externally funded research program. This position is subject to the availability of funds.
Candidates are expected to actively pursue and maintain an externally funded research program. This position is subject to the availability of funds.
Required Qualifications
Required qualifications for all ranks:
- An earned doctorate and masters.
- One degree must be in healthcare administration or closely related field.
- One degree must be from CAHME, AACSB or CePH accredited program.
Required qualifications for rank of Assistant Professor , in addition to those required above:
- Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills.
- Commitment to excellence in teaching and learning consistent with the program vision, mission, and goals.
- Established publication history.
- Established research agenda .
Required qualifications for rank of Associate Professor, in addition to those required above:
- Minimum five years teaching experience.
- Established research publication history.
- Established external funding record.
- Demonstrated teaching excellence and service leadership accomplishments.
Required qualifications for rank of Professor, in addition to those required above:
- Minimum 10 years teaching experience.
- Requires an extensive research publication history.
- Established external funding record.
- Demonstrated and sustained teaching excellence.
- Demonstrated major service leadership accomplishments both in an academic setting as well as the profession.
Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate will receive the appropriate rank and title based on university and school established standards.
Preferred qualifications for all ranks:
Preferred qualifications for all ranks:
- Board certification or board certification eligible and plan to seek certification in the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA), American College of Medical Practice Executives (ACMPE), American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), or other appropriate professional organization related to the field of healthcare administration.
- Industry experience in the healthcare domain (ideally in a series of positions of increasing responsibility).
- As this is an in-person position, the candidate must have a willingness to teach on campus, synchronous classes.
- Previous record of funded external grant activity and peer-reviewed publications.
Application Procedures
Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56371.
To ensure full consideration please submit the following before May 1, 2026:
To ensure full consideration please submit the following before May 1, 2026:
- Cover Letter that addresses all required and preferred qualifications.
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Two Letters of Recommendation.
- Samples of Scholarly work or research.
- Evidence of Teaching experience or evaluations.
- Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document).
The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting Universities.
Proposed Start Date
Fall 2026
Posting Date
03/24/2026
Review Date
05/01/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled?
Yes
Legal Notices
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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.
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Record Checks and Verifications
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Eligibility for Employment
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.
Why Work at Texas State?
Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.
Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.