Posting Information
Posting Information
Position Title Non-Tenure Line Faculty Pool - School of Theatre, Dance & Film Job Posting Number 2026137NTL Job Location San Marcos College/Division College of Fine Arts and Communication Department/School School of Theatre, Dance, & Film Position Description
The School of Theatre, Dance & Film seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/nontenured faculty to teach theatre, dance, and film courses. New hires will join a nationally recognized department with a dynamic faculty dedicated to a collaborative and innovative approach to teaching undergraduate and graduate students.
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 need.
Please note that this posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists. Applicants applying for a pool faculty position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises.
This position is subject to the availability of funds.
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Application Procedures
The School of Theatre, Dance & Film 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/57275.
Interested individuals should submit the following:
As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide information about the applicant's skills and experiences. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the List of References section of the employment application.
Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.
Type of Position Temporary Full-Time or Part-Time Proposed Start Date Posting Date 06/09/2026 Review Date 05/31/2027 Close Date 05/31/2027 Open Until Filled? No Legal Notices
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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.
Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57275 Special Instructions Summary
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