Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Communication Studies - Position

Come and join the Bearkat community! 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 Communication Studies - 2 Position to be Filled Requisition F 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 Humanities and Social Sciences Department Dept of Communication Studies Open Date 10/01/2026 Quicklink

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Sam Houston State University
Department of Communication Studies
Box 2299
Huntsville, TX 77341

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Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

This position requires Lecturer-Pool faculty to be available to teach one to four online courses per semester, based on departmental needs
. Teaching assignments may include both undergraduate and graduate courses. Possible undergraduate courses include Interpersonal Communication, Intercultural Communication, Conflict and Negotiation, Family Communication, and other undergraduate communication courses consistent with the candidate’s qualifications and departmental needs. Possible graduate courses include Advanced Interpersonal Communication, Advanced Communication Theory, and other graduate electives listed in the Graduate Catalog. Specific teaching assignments will be determined based on departmental needs and the candidate’s academic preparation, areas of expertise, and teaching experience.

Lecturer-Pool faculty appointments are made on a semester-by-semester basis and are contingent upon student enrollment and instructional demand.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Experience Required for the Position

Demonstrated successful college-level online teaching experience. Experience teaching graduate-level communication courses in an online environment is preferred.

Other Requirements for the Position

This posting is for the Spring 2027 semester.

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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.

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