Nontenure Line Faculty Pool - Communication Studies

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks Nontenure Line Faculty to teach in Communication Studies for various terms starting in fall 2024. Candidates must have a master's degree with relevant coursework. Teaching may occur at multiple campuses or online as needed. The position depends on funding availability. Interested individuals should apply via the Texas State University website with relevant documents such as a CV and a letter of interest.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a minimum master's degree with relevant coursework.
• Previous teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop a pool of candidates for teaching Communication Studies.
• Teach one to four courses per semester based on demand.
• Potential to teach at San Marcos and Round Rock campuses or online.

Education

Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in teaching field

Job description

Position Title

Nontenure Line Faculty Pool – Communication Studies

Job Posting Number

2026001NTL

Job Location

Round Rock, San Marcos

College/Division

College of Fine Arts and Communication

Department/School

Department of Communication Studies

Position Description

• Dept. seeks to develop pool of candidates for temporary/non‑nured faculty to teach in Communication Studies.
• Temporary/non‑nured faculty are appointed to teach one to four courses per semester based on student demand on a semester‑by‑semester basis. Eligibility for annual reappointment is contingent on satisfactory annual performance evaluations, continuity of funding, and departmental/school need. Successful candidates may teach at the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses and/or online, depending on department needs.
• Posting is for fall 2024, spring 2025, and summer 2025 semesters.
• This posting does not necessarily convey that a need currently exists. Applicants for a pool position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration if a need arises.
• Positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in teaching field, generally required; specific educational requirements vary by position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience preferred.

Application Procedures

The Department of Communication Studies will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis. Applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/53243. Interested individuals should submit the following:

• Current CV.
• Letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for appointment.
• Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).

As part of our application process, we request contact information for three 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

Full-Time

Proposed Start Date

FY26

Posting Date

06/20/2025

Review Date

05/31/2026

Open Until Filled?

No

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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 I‑9 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/53243