Please see Special Instructions for more details. Those interested should apply online at https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/. The search committee will begin reviewing materials immediately and continue until the position is filled. Posting Details Position Information This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Position Title Lecturer of Political Science Requisition 201800033F Rank Lecturer FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary Salary commensurate with education and experience. Position Category Position Type Interim Full Time College College of Humanities and Social Sciences Department Dept of Political Science Refer Applicants To Contact Name Eric Svensen Title Assistant Professor Department of Political Science College of Humanities and Social Sciences 1901 Avenue I Box 2149 Huntsville, TX 77341-2149 Contact Phone (936)294-2577 Contact Email eps007@SHSU.EDU Position Details Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job The Department of Political Science at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a one-year renewable, full-time, non-tenure-track faculty member at the rank of lecturer beginning fall 2018. The successful candidate will teach online and face-to-face courses in Texas Government and American Government. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience teaching online and who can also teach an upper-level course in their field of specialization. The Department also welcomes political science scholars from any field of specialization to apply. The teaching load for the position is four courses in both the fall and spring semesters. Summer courses are not included in the teaching load. Educational Requirements for the Position Applicants must have a M.A. or PhD in political science in-hand at time of hire from an accredited university or institution of higher-education. Preference will be given to applicants with a PhD. Applicants must also demonstrate that they have completed graduate coursework in their area of specialization. Experience Required for the Position One year of part-time or full-time teaching experience at the community college or university level; experience and/or willingness to teach online courses. Other Requirements for the Position Cover Letter Current CV Graduate transcripts Two letters of recommendation from supervisors who are familiar with the applicants teaching abilities and who have worked with the applicant in the past two years Recent student teaching evaluations covering the last two semesters of teaching, if available Teaching statement Sample syllabus for an introductory American or Texas government course Diversity statement discussing how the applicant would engage a diverse student population such as Sam Houston State University that meets the College of Humanities and Social Sciences core goals: The College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Sam Houston State University is strongly committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. All members of the academic community share a responsibility for developing and maintaining an environment in which differences are valued and inclusiveness is practiced. The college welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our community. Special Instructions Summary Those interested should apply online at https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/. The search committee will begin reviewing materials immediately and continue until the position is filled. Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you have experience teaching online? Yes No * How did you learn about this position? The Chronicle of Higher Education Diverse Issues in Higher Education HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education TWC