Lecturer-Pool Faculty – Competency-Based Education Instruction in Political Science
- Employer
- Sam Houston State University
- Location
- College of Humanities and Social Sciences
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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Lecturer-Pool Faculty – Competency-Based Education Instruction in Political Science
Requisition:202600094F
Rank:Lecturer-Pool
FLSA status:Exempt
Hiring Salary:Commensurate with education and experience
Position Type:Part-Time Non-Tenure Track
College:College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department:Dept of Political Science
Open Date:08/05/2026
Quicklink:https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47852
Contact Name:Dr. Jonathan Brown
Title:Chair & Associate Professor
Department of Political Science
Sam Houston State University
Box 2149
Huntsville, TX 77341-2149
jnb047@shsu.edu
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job:Support the delivery of courses in a competency-based education (CBE) format for new CBE-based Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences programs at Sam Houston State University. CBE courses are fully online and designed to allow students to progress by demonstrating mastery of clearly defined competencies.
Faculty would begin by supporting a CBE section of Texas Government (POLS 2306) in Fall 2026 and then support a CBE section of American Government (POLS 2305) when it rolls out later in the academic year. CBE faculty serve as instructors of record and are responsible for evaluating student work, providing timely feedback, and supporting student progression.
This position is structured as a 9-month academic-year appointment with an anticipated 3-month summer appointment to support the continuous delivery of the competency-based education program. Faculty are expected to provide instruction across multiple entry points throughout the calendar year, including summer, to ensure consistent support for student learning and progression.
Master’s degree in political science or related field preferred; will also consider those that meet SACSCOC credentialing requirement of a Master’s degree plus 18-graduate credits in political science.
Experience Required for the Position:Experience teaching higher-ed level courses preferred
Experience with online learning environments (e.g., Blackboard) preferred
Experience with competency-based education or outcomes-based assessment in higher education preferred
Strong written communication and feedback skills
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request when the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled:Yes
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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About Sam Houston State University
For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service," resonates among its 21,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.
SHSU is an institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.
Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged Campus" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges the university's significant commitment to service.
Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston.
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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- Website
- https://www.shsu.edu/
- Telephone
- 936-294-1070
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1905 University Avenue
Huntsville
TX
77340
United States
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