Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Political Science; Public Administration -Fall

Position: Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Political Science (Public Administration) Spring 2026-Fall 2026 (Up to 3 positions to be
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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 Political Science (Public Administration) Spring 2026-Fall 2026 (Up to 3 positions to be filled)

Requisition F Rank Lecturer-Pool FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category 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

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name Dr. Jonathan Brown Title

Department of Political Science

Sam Houston State University

Box 2149

Huntsville, TX

Contact Phone Contact Email jnb
047

Position Details

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.

Other Requirements for the Position 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