Nontenure Faculty Pool - Department of Physical Therapy

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Texas is seeking temporary faculty for the Department of Physical Therapy. Candidates will teach one to four courses per semester based on student demand. Ideal applicants have a DPT or MS in Physical Therapy and a valid Texas license. This is a flexible position with opportunities for annual reappointment based on performance. Interested individuals must apply online showcasing relevant academic and professional experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a DPT or an MS in Physical Therapy and a valid Physical Therapist license in Texas.
• Previous teaching experience is preferred.
• A terminal degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach one to four courses per semester.
• Eligibility for annual reappointment based on satisfactory performance evaluations.
• Teach at the Round Rock, TX TXST campus as part of the Department of Physical Therapy.

Skills

DPT or MS in Physical Therapy

Valid Physical Therapist license in Texas

Teaching experience

Education

DPT or MS in Physical Therapy

Texas PT license

Job description

Position Title:

Nontenure Faculty Pool - Department of Physical Therapy

Job Posting Number:

2026028NTL

Job Location:

Round Rock

College/Division:

College of Health Professions

Department/School:

Department of Physical Therapy

Position Description:

The Physical Therapy Department seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/nontenured faculty to teach. Temporary/nontenured faculty are appointed to teach one to four courses per semester. Teaching appointments are based on student demand on a semester-by-semester basis. Eligibility for annual reappointment is contingent upon satisfactory annual performance evaluations during the term period, in addition to continuity of funding and departmental/school/program needs. Successful candidates will teach at the Round Rock, TX TXST campus. This posting is for the fall 2025, spring 2026, and summer 2026 semesters. Please note that this posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists. Applicants applying for a pool faculty position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises.

Required Qualifications:

• Specific educational requirements vary by position, but a minimum of a DPT or an MS in Physical Therapy and a valid Physical therapist license in the state of Texas

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience is preferred. Terminal Degree is preferred

Application Procedures:

The Department of Physical Therapy will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis. Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/53520

Interested individuals should submit a current CV, letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for appointment, and unofficial transcripts. As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) 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.

Type of Position:

Temporary Full-Time or Part-Time

Posting Date:

07/15/2025

Review Date:

05/31/2026

Open Until Filled?:

Yes

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, and employment eligibility verifications. 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.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible.

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 home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing student population for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world. Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

Quick Link:

https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/53520