Position Title:

Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Kinesiology - up to 5 positions to be filled

202300110F

Lecturer-Pool

Exempt

Commensurate with education and experience.

Part-Time Non-Tenure Track

College of Health Sciences

Dept of Kinesiology

08/16/2023

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/36080

Deven Merchant

Assistant to the Chair
Sam Houston State University
Department of Kinesiology
Box 2176
Huntsville, TX 77341

936-294-2266

stddbm17@shsu.edu

The Lecturer-Pool Faculty will teach undergraduate or graduate courses within the Department of Kinesiology, dependent upon an applicant's academic background, experience, and licensure. Pool faculty contracts are for one semester, but may be renewed based on performance and need.


The Department of Kinesiology at SHSU includes a various group of faculty, students, and staff (
https://www.shsu.edu/academics/health-sciences/about-the-college/faculty_staff_contacts.html#kinesiology). The department offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degrees (
https://www.shsu.edu/academics/health-sciences/kinesiology/).


The Department of Kinesiology at SHSU seeks to recruit and retain qualified faculty. Qualified applicants with experience working in different settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving various student populations are strongly encouraged to apply.


There are multiple options for places to live near our multiple campuses. Sam Houston's main campus is located in Huntsville. The city of Huntsville is nestled in the East Texas Piney Woods and is centrally located on a direct route between Houston and Dallas. With a population of roughly 40,000 (excluding SHSU), Huntsville offers the simplicity of small-town life and easy access to surrounding larger cities including Conroe (where the College of Osteopathic Medicine is located), The Woodlands (where the School of Nursing and The Woodlands Center is located), and Bryan/College Station. Full of Texas history and charm, this county seat is home to multiple museums, annual festivities, antique stores, year-round outdoor activities, vineyards, golf courses, lakes, and a beautiful state park. In a little over an hour after leaving main campus, you can arrive in downtown Houston. It provides access to large entertainment venues and professional sporting events. If you prefer life on the water, Lake Conroe and Lake Livingston are a short commute, and Galveston Island and the Gulf coast are a two-hour drive

Requires a minimum of Master's degree from an accredited institution in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Sport Management or a related field for lower-level course offerings. Candidates must have their degree completed by their contract start date.

Teaching experience preferred. Professional experience in the specific area is preferred.

Experience in online teaching and online training and certificates needed for those who will teach online courses.


Certifications and Licensure are needed for those teaching in the MSAT program.

Please indicate your area(s) of academic and professional expertise when applying. Areas to select from include: a) Athletic Training, b) Coaching c) Exercise Science, d) Motor Behavior, e) Sport Management, or f) Sport Psychology/Sociology. Please also upload all required supplemental documentation to your application.

Yes

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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