"Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Interior Design - 1 position to be filled"

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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.

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 Information

Position Title

Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Interior Design - 1 position to be filled

Requisition

202500049F

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

04/14/2025

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/43103

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name

Dr. Keila Tyner

Title

Interim Department Chair

Sam Houston State University

Department of 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 Interior Design Lecturer-Pool faculty is a term position hired to teach between one and two courses per semester as needed by the program. Course requirements are teaching in person at the main campus in Huntsville. Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based on student demand on a semester-by-semester basis.

The selected applicant(s) will teach one or two sections of INDS 2387: Architectural Graphics for Interiors. The course focuses on the development of two-dimensional graphic representations of architectural design. Practical application is achieved through the development of drafting skills and representational sketching.

Educational Requirements for the Position

The ideal candidate would possess a Master’s degree in interior design, architecture, or a related field. However, substantial and notable professional experience and licensure may be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree.

Experience Required for the Position

A minimum of three years of full-time professional design experience is required.

Other Requirements for the Position

NCIDQ or NCARB certification is preferred. State licensing is preferred.

Special Instructions Summary

This posting is for the Fall 2025 semester.

Interested applicants should submit the following required documents:

Cover letter detailing the applicant’s interest in the position, teaching, and/or professional practice experience; Curriculum Vita; Names and contact information for three professional references.

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

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn about this position?

• The Chronicle of Higher Education
• Diverse Issues in Higher Education
• HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities
• HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
• The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
• Association for Women in Science
• TWC - Work in Texas
• Inside Higher Ed
• Higher Ed Jobs
• HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
• SHSU Website
• SHSU Employee
• SHSU Recruiter
• Other

1. If your response to the question above was "SHSU Employee" please indicate employee's name and department.
2. (Open Ended Question)
3. If your response to the question above was "Other" please indicate from what source.
4. (Open Ended Question)
5. * Are you available to teach during the day?

• Yes
• No

1. * Are you available to teach during the evening?

• Yes
• No

Candidate Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
3. Reference Contact Information

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation 1
2. Letter of Recommendation 2
3. Letter of Recommendation 3