Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Art

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 Art

Requisition
202600059F

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 Arts & Media

Department
Dept of Art

Open Date
05/01/2026

Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47000

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name
Rachel Walton

Title
Assistant to the Chair
Sam Houston State University
Department of Art
Box 2089
Huntsville, TX 77341

Contact Phone
9362941315

Contact Email
rkw024@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Department of Art at Sam Houston State University invites applications for full or part time lecturer/pool faculty. We are seeking applicants with the ability to teach one or more courses in Studio Art, Foundations in Digital Art, or Graphic Design.

Educational Requirements for the Position

MFA in related Art discipline is required.

Experience Required for the Position

Teaching experience at the undergraduate level is preferred.

Other Requirements for the Position

Evidence of ongoing creative practice.

Special Instructions Summary

Submit a cover letter, CV, list of names and contact information for three references, examples of personal/professional work, artist statement/research goals, examples of students’ work in pdf format (Please include links for examples of personal and student interactive or motion work).

Letters of recommendation and official transcripts will be required of finalists.

Review of applications will begin immediately and the search will remain open until the position is filled.

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.

Open Until Filled
Yes