Job Details
Position Title: Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Political Science (Public Administration) Spring 2026-Fall 2026 (Up to 3 positions to be filled)
Requisition: 202500133F
Rank: Lecturer-Pool
FLSA status: Exempt
Hiring Salary: 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: 10/31/2025
Quicklink: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45271
Contact Name: Dr. Jonathan Brown
Title: 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:
The Department of Political Science seeks qualified instructors to teach courses in our online Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) program. We are especially interested in hiring candidates who could teach “Special Topics” courses that would fit into the program’s two concentrations in Public Management and Emergency Management. Depending on student demand and instructor qualifications, we could have additional opportunities to teach upper-division undergraduate courses.
Educational Requirements for the Position:
Ph.D. in political science, public administration, public affairs, or related fields. We are also interested in candidates who hold a Master’s degree in public administration and have significant professional experience. We will also consider candidates that are ABD in a relevant Ph.D. program.
Experience Required for the Position:
Teaching experience, especially in online teaching, is preferred, though not required.
Special Instructions Summary:
Please direct your questions regarding this position to Dr. Jonathan Brown.
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
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.
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