What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer of Physics position at Sam Houston State University?
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.
Sam Houston State University
1908 Avenue J (Box 2267)
204 Farrington Building
Huntsville, Texas 77341-2267
The primary duty for this position is instruction of introductory physics courses, including college physics for science majors and conceptual physics. The teaching load is (4/4), i.e. four courses for each of the fall and spring terms. Some portion of assigned courses could be online, and management of an associated 1-credit-hour lab is additionally required in each such cases.
Cooperation with the faculty and other lecturers regarding coordination and improvement of the curriculum is expected.
This position will be based at the main SHSU campus in Huntsville, Texas.
Teaching experience is greatly valued in the selection process, as is experience in active learning techniques and the capacity to teach in various modalities, including face-to-face, online, and hybrid. Experience or scholarly work in the field of physics education is likewise valued, but not required.
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.
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.
