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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 21000 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 worklife 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 Victim Studies in Fall 2026 Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 up to 3 positions Requisition 202600031F 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 Criminal Justice Department Dept of Victim Studies Open Date 03092026 Quicklink httpsshsu.peopleadmin.compostings46538 Refer Applicants To Contact Name Dr. Shelly Clevenger Title Sam Houston State UniversityDepartment ChairDepartment of Victim Studies College of Criminal Justice Contact Phone 936 294-3871 Contact Email sxc167shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job Lecturer-Pool faculty are term positions hired to teach one to four courses per semester. Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based upon student demand on a semester-by-semester basis.Responsible for teaching a wide range of courses with a focus on victimology related courses to support the Department of Victim Studies Masters in Victim Service Management and B.A. B.S. in Victim Studies.
Educational Requirements for the Position Masters degree in criminal justice or related field.
Experience Required for the Position The successful applicant would have relevant teaching andor practical experience in areas such as victimology family violence child abuse and neglect or related courses.
Other Requirements for the Position Special Instructions Summary This posting is for Fall 2026 Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 Open Until Filled Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and SmokeDrug-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.Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
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