Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community. Named after Texas legendary hero General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career, including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries, and a flexible work environment fostering work-life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
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-Pool Faculty of Athletic Training - Up to 5 positions to be filled in 2026 Requisition: 202500155F Rank: Lecturer-Pool FLSA status: Exempt Hiring Salary: Commensurate with education and experience Position Category: Position Type: Part-Time Non-Tenure Track College College: College of Health Sciences Department: Dept of Physician Assistants Open Date: 01122026 Quicklink: http://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45547 Refer Applicants To Contact: Name: Courtney Smith Title: Administrative Coordinator II Contact Phone: 935-202-5108 Contact Email: courtney.smith@shsu.edu
Position Details
The Lecturer-Pool Faculty will teach undergraduate and/or graduate Athletic Training courses within the Department of Physician Assistant Studies and Athletic Training, dependent upon an applicants academic background, experience, and credentials. Pool faculty contracts are for one semester based on departmental needs but may be renewed based on performance and need. Departmental need is driven by student enrollment and internal workload commitments.
Preferred Areas of Expertise Include: Orthopedics Rehabilitation Performance Enhancement Urgent and Emergent Care and/or Primary Care.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Masters degree in Athletic Training or Related Field of Study
Experience Required for the Position
Must have current state licensure and hold National Certification from the Board of Certification (BOC).
Please upload Athletic Training Texas State License and Athletic Training Certification from the Board of Certification under optional document - Teaching Portfolio.
Preferred Qualifications
EMT Instructor Certification and/or EMT Advanced Certification Teaching experience Experience teaching in a CAATE accredited program Experience as a Clinical Preceptor for a CAATE accredited program
Other Requirements for the Position
The Department seeks to recruit and retain qualified faculty with contemporary expertise in the assigned teaching area. Qualified applicants with experience working in a variety of settings and populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants should discuss any teaching experience as well as their clinical expertise.
Special Instructions
Summary: Travel to SHSU Campuses in Huntsville, TX, Conroe, TX, and/or The Woodlands, TX, are required for some positions, typically 2-3 days a week. A minimum of two hours of office hours are expected weekly during the academic term. Experience in online teaching and online training and certificates required for those who teach online courses.
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time 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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Candidate Documents
Required documents: Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Faculty Optional documents: Letter of Recommendation 1 Letter of Recommendation 2 Letter of Recommendation 3 Teaching Portfolio