Posting Information
Position TitleNontenure Line Faculty Pool - Political Science
Job Posting Number2027001NTL
Job LocationSan Marcos
College/DivisionCollege of Liberal Arts
Department/SchoolPolitical Science
Position Description
TheDepartment of Political Science ( seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/nontenured faculty positions. For information about our department, visit theDepartment of Political Science website ( .
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. Successful candidates may teach at the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses and/or online, depending on the needs of the academic department.
Please note that this posting is not intended to convey that any current need 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
Preferred Qualifications
Application Procedures
The Department of Political Science will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis. Applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered,
Interested individuals should submit a:
Current CV
Letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for appointment
Unofficial transcripts (transcripts from multiple institutions should still be submitted all in one document).
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 theReference Lettersection of the employment application.
Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.
Type of PositionTemporary Full-Time or Part-Time
Proposed Start Date
Posting Date06/30/2026
Review Date05/31/2027
Close Date05/31/2027
Open Until Filled?No
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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 provideacceptable documentationverifying 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 ambitiousRun to R1strategy, 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.
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