Nontenure Faculty Pool - Health Sciences

About the role

The College of Health Professions seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/non-tenured faculty to teach in the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences program. Temporary/nontenured faculty are appointed to teach one to four courses per semester. Teaching appointments are based upon 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 need.

Responsibilities

Successful candidates may teach at the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses and/or online, depending on the needs of the academic department. This posting is for the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 semesters. Please note that this posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists.

Requirements

• A minimum of a master’s degree with related graduate work in the teaching field is generally required.
• A doctorate in a related health field, as well as previous teaching experience, is preferred.

Qualifications

Specific educational requirements vary by position, but a minimum of a master’s degree with related graduate work in the teaching field is generally required.

Preferred Qualifications

A doctorate in a related health field, as well as previous teaching experience, is preferred.

Application Procedures

The College of Health Professions 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/57581. Interested individuals should submit:

• A current CV.
• A letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant to the appointment.
• Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).
• DD 214/DD1300.
• Veteran's Preference.
• Licensure.
• Certifications.
• List of References.

Type of Position

Temporary Full-Time or Part-Time

Proposed Start Date

Varies

Posting Date

07/08/2026

Review Date

05/31/2027

Close Date

05/31/2027

Open Until Filled?

No

Reasonable Accommodation

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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.