Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Philosophy

Position: Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Philosophy (3 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 Philosophy (3 positions to be filled)

Requisition

F

Rank

Lecturer-Pool

FLSA status

Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type

Part-Time Non-Tenure Track

College

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department

Dept of Psychology and Philosophy

Open Date

10/09/2026

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Contact Name

Dr. Jessica Elkayam

Title

Associate Professor of Philosophy
Sam Houston State University
Department of Psychology & Philosophy
Box 2447
Huntsville, TX 77341

Contact Phone

Contact Email

jse
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Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

Lecturer-Pool faculty are term positions hired to teach one to four courses per semester. Capacity to teach Introduction to Philosophy, Critical Thinking, and Contemporary Moral Issues is required, but ability to teach Philosophy of Science will be regarded favorably. Course requirements may include a combination of teaching on-campus classes at the main campus in Huntsville, on-campus classes at the Woodlands Center, and online classes, depending on the needs of the academic department.

Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based on student demand, and is determined on a semester-by-semester basis.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Requires a minimum of a master’s degree in a related field for lower-level course offerings;
PhD is preferred for upper division seminars.

Experience Required for the Position

Teaching experience preferred.

References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.

Applicants may submit unofficial transcripts for initial consideration. Official transcripts will be required prior to employment.

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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