Posting Information Posting Information Position Title Nontenure Faculty Pool - Philosophy and Religious Studies Department of Philosophy Job Posting Number 2026005NTL Job Location Round Rock San Marcos CollegeDivision College of Liberal Arts DepartmentSchool Philosophy Position Description The College of Liberal Arts at Texas State University seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporarynontenured faculty to teach in Philosophy or Religious Studies.For information about the department visit the Department of Philosophy website. Temporarynontenured 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. Successful candidates may teach at the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses andor online depending on the needs of the academic department. First employment under this posting is for the 2025-2026 academic year.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. Required Qualifications A Master of Arts MA or its equivalent in Philosophy Religious Studies or a related field with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework in the relevant discipline is required by the time of appointment. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in the classroom. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in the specific area of instruction. Previous teaching experience is preferred. Application Procedures The Department of Philosophy will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis. Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered httpsjobs.hr.txstate.edupostings53259. REQUIRED MATERIALS A current CV. A cover letter. Letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for appointment. Unofficial transcripts in one document. Contact information for three references. OPTIONAL MATERIALS Syllabi including a sample syllabus for general education courses at Texas State PHIL 1305 PHIL 1320 or REL 1300. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness or Experience. Letters of Recommendation. As part of our application process we are requesting contact information for three 3 academic references who can provide information about the applicants research skills and experiences. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the Reference Letter 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 ongoing Posting Date 06302025 Review Date 07072025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Legal Notices Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race sex color religion national origin or ancestry age marital status disability veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment educational programs and activities and admissions.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.This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment and then subsequent routine background checkscybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements. Reasonable Accommodation If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible. 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 home to more than 38000 students and 2000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification the university creates new knowledge fosters cultural and economic development and prepares its growing student population for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas the nation and the world.Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions. Quick Link httpsjobs.hr.txstate.edupostings53259 Special Instructions Summary Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts all in one document List of References Letter of Interest Optional Documents DD 214DD1300 Veterans Preference Letter of Recommendation 1 Letter of Recommendation 2 Letter of Recommendation 3 Syllabi Evidence of Teaching ExperienceEvaluations Statement of Teaching Philosophy Writing Sample Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk . Are you a current Texas State University employee Yes No How many years of teaching experience do you have at the university level No prior teaching experience. Less than 1 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years or more Describe your prior teaching experience if any including experience teaching classes that are delivered face-to-face online or remotely. Include a list of all classes taught. Open Ended Question Which semesters do you wish to teach Fall Spring or both Open Ended Question What is your schedule availability DaysNights Days of the Week Location e.g. San Marcos Round Rock online courses etc. Open Ended Question Do you have a Master of Arts MA or its equivalent in Philosophy Religious Studies or a related field with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework in the relevant discipline is required by the time of appointment Yes I have a masters degree Yes I have an equivalent degree in Philosophy Religious Studies or a related field No I do not have a masters degree