Assistant Professor of Instruction

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State University in San Marcos seeks a Lecturer to join the Department of Organization, Workforce, and Leadership Studies (OWLS). The nine-month, full-time non-tenure-track position focuses on teaching core courses for the BAAS program while providing leadership for program coordination.

Responsibilities include teaching online, in-person, or hybrid courses; participating in recruitment events; and supporting curriculum updates, advising, and student services to strengthen the BAAS degree.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field from a regionally accredited university.
• Experience teaching online or hybrid at the university level.
• Higher education teaching experience.
• Doctorate preferred.
• Experience with online curriculum development in Canvas.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in OWLS online, in-person, or hybrid.
• Travel to in-person recruitment events as needed.
• Work non-traditional hours, including evenings, nights, and Saturdays.
• Lead teaching and recruitment activities for the BAAS program.
• Attend and present at university events and advisement workshops.
• Take part in undergraduate curriculum updates and BAAS program support.

Skills

Online teaching

Higher education teaching

BAAS program coordination

Education

Master’s degree in interdisciplinary studies, education, management of technical education, training and development, leadership, organization development, human resources, student affairs, online learning, counseling, administration, or a related field

Doctorate (preferred)

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Job Opportunities at Texas State University

Department/School Dept of Organization, Workforce, & Leadership Studies

The Department of Organization, Workforce, and Leadership Studies ( OWLS ) at Texas State University is seeking an exemplary and visionary Lecturer to join us in preparing reflective and driven leaders to thrive in today’s global workforce.

The Assistant Professor of Instruction position is a full-time, non-tenure-track, nine-month appointment based at the San Marcos campus, with additional responsibilities to serve as BAAS Program Coordinator. The position is primarily a teaching and service appointment, with a 3/1 workload: three courses per long semester plus one course equivalent assigned to BAAS program coordination. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, teaching core courses that are integral to the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences ( BAAS ) degree program and related high demand focus areas and providing leadership for the BAAS program.

Specific duties include:

• Teach undergraduate courses in the OWLS Department in an online, in-person, or hybrid delivery system.
• Travel to in-person recruitment events as needed.
• Work non-traditional hours, including evenings, nights, and Saturdays.
• Lead teaching and recruitment activities for the BAAS program.
• Attend and present at university events, including Bobcat Day, welcome events, graduation celebrations, commencement, academic advisor workshops, presentations to undergraduate Admissions staff and Athletics staff, and meetings with new advisors to promote the BAAS degree.
• Take part in undergraduate curriculum updates.

As BAAS Program Coordinator, working in consultation with the Department Chair:

• Collaborate with Texas Global on AOP development and expansion.
• Provide ongoing support for AOP implementation, course scheduling, and program improvement.
• Manage per-course faculty tasks.
• Review new student files for appropriateness of transfer coursework to be added to the degree modules.
• Monitor program and course enrollments.
• Manage undergraduate learning outcomes.
• Manage student issues and keep the Department Chair informed of pertinent student concerns.
• Support BAAS updates, including the undergraduate catalog description, Transfer Planning Guides, brochures, information documents and flyers, the BAAS Student Handbook, sample course sheets, and the BAAS program website.
• Support updates to Canvas course sites.
• Coordinate scheduling of OWLS undergraduate courses and instructor assignments.
• Provide student services in recruiting, registration, academic advising, developing and individualizing degree plans, identifying career goals, reviewing petitions to change degree plans, preparing for capstone, and working with former students when they are readmitted.
• Serve as liaison to community colleges and businesses by attending events and responding to inquiries.
• Serve as the BAAS liaison and contact person for student referrals across the university.
• Collaborate with department leadership and administrative staff.
• Coordinate BAAS student learning outcome reporting process.

An ideal candidate will show evidence of outstanding teaching in higher education and the ability to lead BAAS program coordination. All positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in interdisciplinary studies, education, management of technical education, training and development, leadership, organization development, human resources, student affairs, online learning, counseling, administration, or a related field from a regionally accredited university or equivalent.
• Experience teaching online or hybrid/blended format at the university level or documented training in teaching online.
• Higher education teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate preferred.
• Experience working with non-traditional learners in a higher education setting, which could include advising or teaching.
• Experience with online curriculum development in Canvas.
• Experience with academic advising at university or college level.
• Experience with analysis and planning of academic learning outcomes.
• Experience recruiting students.
• Three or more years in higher education teaching experience at a university or college.
• Demonstrated commitment to culturally responsive practices and culturally relevant instruction.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree‑granting universities and pass a background check.

Type of Position

Type of Position Full-Time

Proposed Start Date

Proposed Start Date 01/01/2027

Posting Date

Posting Date 10/16/2026

Review Date

Review Date 10/26/2026

Close Date

Close Date 10/25/2026

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.

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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.

• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• DD 214/DD1300
• Veteran's Preference
• Letter of Recommendation #1
• Letter of Recommendation #2
• List of References

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Will you have earned a Master’s degree in interdisciplinary studies, education, management of technical education, training and development, leadership, organization development, human resources, student affairs, online learning, counseling, administration, or a related field from a regionally accredited university or equivalent by the end of this year (2026)?
  • Yes, I have or will have a master’s in interdisciplinary studies, education, management of technical education, training & development, leadership, organization development, human resources, student affairs, online learning, counseling, administration, or
  • No - (disqualifying)
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
  • InsightintoDiversity.com
  • Texas Workforce Commission-Work in Texas
  • Colleague, friend, and/or personal referral
  • Other (Please Specify in follow up question below)
• * Official transcripts are required for all degrees that provide evidence of a faculty member's credentials and qualifications. Foreign/International transcripts for all degrees must undergo a credentialing evaluation for U.S. equivalency by an organization that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). If selected for hire, I will provide official transcripts and/or evaluations for all degrees earned.
  • Yes
  • No