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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 History (5 positions to be filled)Requisition 202600055F 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 History Open Date 04/28/2026 Quicklink https: // shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46838
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name Brian Matthew JordanTitle Chair Sam Houston State University Department of History Box 2239 Huntsville, TX 77341 Contact Phone 936-294-4460 Contact Email [email protected]
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job The Department of History at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a pool faculty position. We are seeking applicants with the ability to teach both halves of the U.S. history survey, and/or both halves of the World History survey, only online. Evidence of effective undergraduate teaching a plus. Teaching load is based on the needs of the department and may range between one and two courses per semester.Educational Requirements for the Position Ph.D. in History preferred; the MA in History is required prior to the start of the appointment in September 1st, 2026. Experience Required for the Position Teaching experience preferred. Other Requirements for the Position This posting is for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. Special Instructions Summary 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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