Job Details
Position Title: Lecturer-Pool Faculty – Competency-Based Education Instruction in Political Science
Requisition: 202600094F
Rank: Lecturer-Pool
FLSA status: Exempt
Hiring Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Position Type: Part-Time Non-Tenure Track
College: College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department: Dept of Political Science
Open Date: 08/05/2026
Quicklink: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47852
Contact Name: Dr. Jonathan Brown
Title: Chair & Associate Professor
Department of Political Science
Sam Houston State University
Box 2149
Huntsville, TX 77341-2149
Contact Email: jnb047@shsu.edu
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job:
Support the delivery of courses in a competency-based education (CBE) format for new CBE-based Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences programs at Sam Houston State University. CBE courses are fully online and designed to allow students to progress by demonstrating mastery of clearly defined competencies.
Faculty would begin by supporting a CBE section of Texas Government (POLS 2306) in Fall 2026 and then support a CBE section of American Government (POLS 2305) when it rolls out later in the academic year. CBE faculty serve as instructors of record and are responsible for evaluating student work, providing timely feedback, and supporting student progression.
This position is structured as a 9-month academic-year appointment with an anticipated 3-month summer appointment to support the continuous delivery of the competency-based education program. Faculty are expected to provide instruction across multiple entry points throughout the calendar year, including summer, to ensure consistent support for student learning and progression.
Educational Requirements for the Position:
Master’s degree in political science or related field preferred; will also consider those that meet SACSCOC credentialing requirement of a Master’s degree plus 18-graduate credits in political science.
Experience Required for the Position:
Experience teaching higher-ed level courses preferred
Experience with online learning environments (e.g., Blackboard) preferred
Experience with competency-based education or outcomes-based assessment in higher education preferred
Other Requirements for the Position:
Strong written communication and feedback skills
Special Instructions Summary:
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request when the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled: Yes
EEO Statement:
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. 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.