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.
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 - 1 Position to be Filled Requisition 202500111F 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 08/15/2025 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/44458 Refer Applicants To Contact Name Dr. Frances Brandau Title ChairSam Houston State University
Department of Communication Studies
Box 2299
Huntsville, TX 77341 Contact Phone 936-294-1356 Contact Email fbb@shsu.edu Position Details Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job This position requires the Lecturer-Pool faculty be available to teach one to four online courses. Lecturer-Pool faculty will be expected to teach Advanced Interpersonal and Pedagogy of Public Speaking for Novice Instructors at the graduate level. Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based upon student demand, on a semester-by-semester basis. Educational Requirements for the Position PhD in related field required. Experience Required for the Position Minimum 1 year college level teaching experience.
Other Requirements for the Position This posting is for the Fall 2025 semester. Special Instructions Summary Provide all required documents: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Transcripts for all degrees.
Prospective Faculty: https://www.shsu.edu/dept/academic-affairs/prospective-faculty/index.html Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement 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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