Nontenure Faculty Pool - Legal Studies
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Faculty
Position Title
Nontenure Faculty Pool – Legal Studies
Position DescriptionThe Department of Political Science seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/nontenured faculty to teach in Legal Studies. Temporary faculty appointments are based upon student demand on a semester‑by‑semester basis. Successful candidates may teach at the San Marcos campus and/or online, depending on departmental needs. Positions are for the fall
2025, spring
2026, and summer
2025/2026 semesters.
- Teach one to four courses per semester, as assigned by the department.
- Deliver course content in campus or online formats.
- Participate in annual performance evaluations.
- Minimum of a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA‑accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in Texas in good standing.
- Demonstrated ability to meet teaching and curricular expectations.
- Previous teaching experience.
Applicants should submit the following through the Texas State University website:
- Current CV
- Letter of interest outlining academic and professional experiences relevant for appointment
- Unofficial transcripts (all in one document)
- Contact information for three academic references
- Official transcripts from all degree‑granting universities (required upon hire)
Applications must be submitted via the Texas State University job portal ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).
Legal NoticesTexas State University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of record checks, background checks, and verification of work authorization (including FormI‑9 and E‑Verify). All new employees must maintain valid work authorization throughout their employment.
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