"Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Human Sciences (Food Science & Nutrition) - up to 4 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 Human Sciences (Food Science & Nutrition) - up to 4 Positions to be Filled

Requisition
202500057F

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 Health Sciences

Department
Dept of Human Sciences

Open Date
05/15/2025

Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/43288

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name
Dr. Keila Tyner

Title
Department Chair Human Sciences Box 2177 Huntsville, Texas 77341

Contact Phone
936-294-1241

Contact Email
kxt033@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Department of Human Sciences at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a qualified instructor in the ACEND-accredited undergraduate B.S. Food Science and Nutrition program. Duties will include teaching one or more undergraduate lecture and/or lecture/lab courses for the Fall 2025 semester.

Lecturer-Pool faculty are term positions hired to teach one to four courses per semester. Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based on student demand, and on a semester-by-semester basis.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Applicants must have at least an earned Master’s degree in Nutrition, Food Science, Dietetics, or a closely related field of study. A minimum of 18 graduate semester hours within the discipline are required.

Experience Required for the Position

Applicants who are Registered Dietitians (R.D.) accredited by the Commission of Dietetic Registration are preferred.

Other Requirements for the Position

Preferred qualifications include experience in dietetic practice and teaching at the college level. Candidates with the ability to teach courses such as Food Preparation and Safety, Cultural Foods, and Advanced Nutrition are especially encouraged to apply.

Special Instructions Summary

Interested candidates should submit the following documents: Cover letter detailing the candidate’s interest in the position, professional, and/or teaching experience. Curriculum Vitae: Name and contact information for three professional references.

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