"Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Chemistry - up to 3 positions to be filled"

Posting Details

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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 Chemistry - up to 3 positions to be filled

Requisition
202500135F

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 Science & Engineering Technology

Department
Dept of Chemistry

Open Date
11/05/2025

Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45354

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name
Dr. Dustin E. Gross

Title
Department of Chemistry
Sam Houston State University
Box 2117
Huntsville, TX 77341

Contact Phone
936-294-1532

Contact Email

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Lecturer-Pool faculty are term positions hired to teach one to four courses per semester. Courses will be taught on the main campus in Huntsville. Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based upon student demand, on a semester-by-semester basis.

Educational Requirements for the Position
Requires a minimum of Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours of chemistry.

Experience Required for the Position
Teaching experience preferred.

Other Requirements for the Position
This posting is for the Spring 2026 and Fall 2026 semesters.

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.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Candidate Documents

Required Documents
1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
4. Transcripts

Optional Documents
1. Letter of Recommendation 1
2. Letter of Recommendation 2
3. Letter of Recommendation 3