Lecturer of Political Science

Hiring Salary/Recruiting Range: Commensurate with education and experience.

Department: Dept of Political Science

General Requirements:

• Cover Letter that identifies their interests, qualifications, and experience for the position.
• Current CV that includes, if applicable, a summary of previous teaching experience and format of each course taught (i.e., face-to-face, online, hybrid).
• All graduate transcripts – unofficial transcripts will be accepted during the application process. However, the successful candidate must submit official transcripts documenting all post-secondary degrees.
• Two letters of recommendation from supervisors who are familiar with the applicant's teaching abilities and who have worked with the applicant in the past two years.
• Recent student teaching evaluations covering the last two semesters of teaching, if available. Those without teaching evaluations, will need to upload a placeholder document in lieu of evaluations.
• Teaching statement, including a discussion of online pedagogy.
• If available, sample syllabi for relevant courses.

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:

The Department of Political Science at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a nine-month, renewable, full-time, non-tenure-track Lecturer position starting in Fall 2026. The successful candidate will teach four courses per semester and engage in department service.

Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position:

The search committee will start to review applications on 1 June 2026. The application process will remain open until the position is filled. Please direct questions to Dr. Jonathan Brown (jnb047@shsu.edu).

Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):

A Doctoral degree in political science, public policy, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education. ABD candidates will be considered, but they must have a PhD by the start date (August 2026).

Experience Required for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):

The Department of Political Science welcomes applications from all subfield specializations, but preference will be given to candidates who can teach face-to-face and online courses related to public policy, especially courses with an emphasis on environmental policy and politics, as well as face-to-face and online courses related to political theory, Texas politics, or American politics.