Assistant Professor

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State University’s Department of Political Science invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Public Administration, beginning Fall 2027. The professor will teach required and elective graduate and undergraduate courses at San Marcos and Round Rock campuses, across in-person, online, hybrid, and accelerated formats.

The successful candidate will conduct research and contribute to program development while engaging in service within a dynamic, growth-focused

Qualifications

• PhD in public administration or related field at appointment.
• Potential for, or a record of, research and scholarly publication in public policy and administration.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in public administration and public policy in various formats.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate public administration courses.
• Develop courses in core public administration curriculum.
• Contribute to research and scholarly activity in public administration.

Skills

Teaching ability

Research publication

Public administration knowledge

Education

PhD in Public Administration

Tools

Canvas

Zoom

Spreadsheets

Databases

Data analysis

Job description

Job Opportunities at Texas State University

The Department of Political Science invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level, beginning Fall 2027, to teach required and elective graduate and undergraduate courses in Public Administration. The Department awards the Bachelor of Public Administration degree and the Master of Public Administration degree.

Applicants must be able and willing to teach undergraduate and graduate public administration courses in San Marcos and Round Rock, Texas, including day and evening courses. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach and develop courses in the core public administration curriculum in in-person, fully online, hybrid, and accelerated formats.

All positions are subject to fund availability.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in public administration or a related field from an accredited university at the time of appointment.
• Potential for, or a record of, research and scholarly publication in public policy and administration.
• Demonstrated ability or potential to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in public administration and public policy, including in-person, fully online, hybrid, and accelerated formats.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching or developing undergraduate and/or graduate courses, or demonstrated willingness to develop courses, in one or more of the following core areas: organization theory, public personnel administration, public law, policy processes, ethics, research methods or research design, and program evaluation.
• Experience teaching courses in person, fully online, in hybrid formats, and/or in accelerated formats across the public administration curriculum.
• Experience or proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas), video conferencing (e.g., Zoom), spreadsheets, databases, and data analysis.
• Relevant experience presenting at professional public administration conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Experience writing, submitting, and administering grants.
• Knowledge or experience working in diverse, multicultural, and international environments.

Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date Fall 2027

Posting Date

Posting Date 10/06/2026

Review Date

Review Date 11/16/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/13/2026

Open Until Filled? No

Legal Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

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, drug screening (if applicable), and employment eligibility verifications.

Certain positions, including those with clinical responsibilities, require compliance with health, immunization, and other requirements mandated by affiliated clinical agencies. Employment and continued assignment in such roles are contingent upon meeting and maintaining these requirements.

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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Record Checks and Verifications

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.

Eligibility for Employment

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Have you earned a Ph.D. in Public Administration or a related field from an accredited university or will have acquired one at the time of appointment?
  • Yes, I have or will have my Ph.D. degree in public administration or a related field from an accredited university at the time of appointment.
  • No, I do not/will not have my Ph.D. degree in public administration or a related field from an accredited university at the time of appointment.