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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The School of Human Sciences intends to fill adjunct faculty positions based on academic unit needs during the academic year from the pool of qualified applicants in this posting.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Adjunct Faculty Pool - Human Sciences

Classification Title ADJUNCT FACULTY

Rank Adjunct Instructor

Tenure Information Non-Tenure Track

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Part Time

Job Description

This is a full-time or part-time position that is awarded on a semester basis and is used to fill temporary vacancies. Responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the director.

Essential Job Functions

1. Prepares and delivers classes to undergraduate and/or graduate students.

2. Compiles, administers, and grades examinations.

3. Provides services to the university and the profession.

4. May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, and advising.

Non-Essential Job Functions

1. May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.

2. May serve on school, college, and university committees.

3. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.

2. Knowledge and practical experience in the field in which the individual will be teaching.

3. Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.

4. Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.

5. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

6. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students

Physical Demands

Required Education

Master’s degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required. Some fields may allow applicable practical experience to substitute for Master’s degree.

Required Experience and Training

Practical experience sufficient to teach at a university level, through teaching or profession, is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Terminal degree is preferred.

Experience teaching at a university level is preferred.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Other Specifications

Candidate must have at least 18 graduate hours in the field being taught.

Required Background Check Yes

Salary Information Commensurate with Experience

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F2024-054

Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants

Number of Vacancies 5

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date 02/28/2025

Review Start Date

Posting Close Date 08/31/2025

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

The School of Human Sciences intends to fill adjunct faculty positions based on academic unit needs during the academic year from the pool of qualified applicants in this posting.

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12410

Contact Information

Department Human Sciences

Contact Name Rachel Jumper

Contact Phone (936)468-2209

Contact Email [email protected]

Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Which of the following best represents your education background?

+ Completed High School Diploma or GED

+ Completed some college

+ Completed Associates Degree

+ Completed Bachelor's Degree

+ Completed Master's Degree

+ Completed Doctoral Degree or ABD

+ * Do you have a Master's Degree in the teaching discipline; OR do you have an unrelated Master's Degree with 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * What is the content discipline in which you have at least 18 graduate semester hours?

(Open Ended Question)

+ * How many years of experience do you have teaching in higher education and in what field?

(Open Ended Question)

+ * If you have teaching experience, please describe the circumstances and content of the course(s).

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Cover Letter

+ Transcript(s)

+ Letter of Recommendation 1

+ Letter of Recommendation 2

+ Letter of Recommendation 3

Optional Documents

+ Other Document