"Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Agricultural Sciences (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 Agricultural Sciences (4 positions to be filled)

Requisition 202400120F

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 School of Agricultural Sciences

Open Date 08/16/2024

Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/40582

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name Mark Anderson

Title

Department Chair

PO Box 2088

Huntsville, Texas 77341

Contact Phone 936 294-3367

Contact Email mjanderson@shsu.edu

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. Course requirements may include a combination of teaching on-campus classes at The Woodlands Center, classes at the main campus in Huntsville, HCC Campus and online classes, depending on the needs of the academic department. 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 in related field for lower level course offerings.

Experience Required for the Position

Teaching experience preferred.

Other Requirements for the Position

This posting is for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters.

Special Instructions Summary

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

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. 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

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Yes

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* Are you available to teach during the evening?

Yes

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* How did you learn about this position?

The Chronicle of Higher Education

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HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities

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The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education

Association for Women in Science

TWC - Work in Texas

Inside Higher Ed

Higher Ed Jobs

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SHSU Website

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Candidate Documents

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)

Transcripts

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Statement of Research & Goals

Letter of Recommendation 1

Letter of Recommendation 2

Letter of Recommendation 3