Temporary/nontenured faculty are appointed to teach one to four courses per semester. Teaching appointments are based upon student demand on a semester-by-semester basis. Eligibility for annual reappointment is contingent upon satisfactory annual performance evaluations during the term period, in addition to continuity of funding and departmental/school need. Successful candidates may teach at the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses and/or online, depending on the needs of the academic department.
This posting is for the fall 2026, spring 2027, and summer 2027 semesters.
Please note that this posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists. Applicants applying for a pool faculty position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises.
Positions are subject to availability of funds.
Required Qualifications
- Specific educational requirements vary by position, but a minimum of a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the teaching field is generally required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous teaching experience is preferred.
Application Procedures
The Department of Communication Studies will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis. Applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57060.
Interested individuals should submit the following:
- Current CV.
- Letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for appointment.
- Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).
As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide information about the applicant’s skills and experiences. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application.
Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.
Type of Position: Full-Time
Proposed Start Date: FY27
Posting Date: 05/15/2026
Review Date: 07/31/2026
Open Until Filled?: No
