Nontenure Line Faculty Pool - Communication Studies

Position Title

Nontenure Line Faculty Pool – Communication Studies

2026001

NTL

Round Rock, San Marcos

College of Fine Arts and Communication

Department of Communication Studies

• Dept. seeks to develop pool of candidates for temporary/non‑nured faculty to teach in Communication Studies.
• Temporary/non‑nured faculty are appointed to teach one to four courses per semester based on student demand on a semester‑by‑semester basis. Eligibility for annual reappointment is contingent on satisfactory annual performance evaluations, continuity of funding, and departmental/school need. Successful candidates may teach at the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses and/or online, depending on department needs.
• Posting is for fall 2024, spring 2025, and summer 2025 semesters.
• This posting does not necessarily convey that a need currently exists. Applicants for a pool position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration if a need arises.
• Positions are subject to availability of funds.

• Minimum master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in teaching field, generally required; specific educational requirements vary by position.

• Previous teaching experience preferred.

The Department of Communication Studies will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis. Applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Interested individuals should submit the following:

• Current CV.
• Letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for appointment.
• Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).

As part of our application process, we request contact information for three academic references who can provide information about the applicant’s skills and experiences. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application. Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.

Full-Time

FY26

06/20/2025

05/31/2026

No

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This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre‑employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

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