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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 Instructional System Design & Technology (Fall 2026) - Up to 2 positions to be filled Requisition 202600040F Rank Lecturer-Pool FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience
Position Category Position Type Part-Time Non-Tenure Track College College of Education Department Dept of Library Science and Technology Open Date 06/03/2026 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46622
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name Dr. Thomas Edelberg Title
Program Coordinator, BA Learning Technologies Program
Sam Houston State University
Box 2236
Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone 936-294-1559 Contact Email edelberg@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
The Department of Library Science and Technology seeks experienced industry professionals to join our adjunct faculty pool as online instructors for our undergraduate program in Learning Technologies. Successful candidates will translate substantial professional experience into practical and engaging instruction that prepares students for the instructional design and technology leaders. Delivers high-quality, asynchronous online instruction for undergraduate courses in Learning Technologies (BA LETE). Develops and facilitates a learning environment that helps students master the competencies required to design, develop, and evaluate effective, inclusive, technology-enhanced learning systems. Provides timely, substantive feedback and mentorship to a diverse population of traditional and non-traditional undergraduate students. Maintains regular communication with students and department leadership, adhering to all university guidelines for online instruction.
Educational Requirements for the Position
A terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) or a Master's degree in Instructional Design, Learning Technologies, Instructional Systems, Library Science (MLIS), or a closely related field.
Experience Required for the Position
A minimum of ten (10) years of current, substantive professional experience in roles applying instructional design/technology principles. Relevant settings include corporate, government, higher education (including academic libraries), or other organizational environments. Demonstrated expertise in applying Instructional Systems Design and Technology principles to solve real-world learning and performance problems. Evidence of ability to teach effectively in an online, asynchronous format. This can include formal teaching, professional development facilitation, or structured mentorship.
Other Requirements for the Position
Current employment in a senior-level instructional design, learning technology, or related role (e.g., Instructional Librarian, Learning Development Specialist). Prior experience teaching or mentoring in a higher education or professional development setting. Portfolio of developed programs/technologies (screenshots, formal/informal samples, YouTube, description of design work)
Special Instructions Summary
All applicants must submit the following materials:
A cover letter addressing the Required and Preferred Qualifications.
A current curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.
A list of three (3) professional references with contact information (email and phone). References should be able to speak to your professional expertise and, if applicable, teaching or facilitation abilities.
Work samples/portfolio: Please provide examples that demonstrate your instructional design and technology expertise. This may include, but is not limited to:
(Optional but encouraged) A brief (1-2 page) statement of your teaching philosophy for online undergraduate learners.
This position is for the academic year 2026/2027.
For Your Application: Please upload unofficial transcripts for all degrees to your application. To be considered, these documents must clearly display the name of the issuing institution and the degree conferral date (unless currently in ABD status).
Upon Selection for Hire: If you are selected for the position, official transcripts for all degrees must be sent directly from the issuing institution to our hiring office. Please note that any transcripts routed through or handled by the prospective employee are not considered official; transcripts must be transmitted directly between institutions to meet hiring requirements.
Open Until Filled Yes
EEO Statement
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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High School/GED
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Bachelors degree
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Masters degree
Doctoral/Terminal degree
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Face-to-face courses
Online courses
Both face-to-face and online courses
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