Posting Details
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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 Art (Art History) - up to 4 positions to be filled

Requisition
202300141F

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 Arts & Media

Department
Dept of Art

Open Date
10/16/2023

Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/36973
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Britney Ketkoski

Title

Assistant to the Chair
Sam Houston State University
Department of Art
Box 2089
Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone
9362941315

Contact Email
bketkoski@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Department of Art at Sam Houston State University invites applications for full or part-time lecturer-pool faculty in Art History. We are seeking applicants with the ability to teach one or more online and/or face-to-face courses in Art History Surveys, Art Appreciation, or other Art History topics.
Educational Requirements for the Position

PhD preferred. MA in Art History or other masters degree with at least 18 hours of graduate level art history courses completed required to teach Art History. MFA eligible to teach Art Appreciation (Intro to Art and Exploring Contemporary Art).
Experience Required for the Position

Teaching experience at the undergraduate level
Other Requirements for the Position
Special Instructions Summary

Submit a cover letter, CV, unofficial transcripts, and a list of names and contact information for three references, a writing sample demonstrating research in Art History, and sample syllabi of courses taught in pdf format.
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Letters of recommendation and official transcripts will be required of finalists.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. 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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