Nontenure Faculty Pool - Music

Nontenure Faculty Pool - Music

Position Title - Nontenure Faculty Pool - Music

Job Location - San Marcos

College/Division - College of Fine Arts and Communication

Department/School - School of Music

Position Description - The School of Music seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/non-tenured faculty to teach music courses. New hires will join a nationally recognized department with a dynamic faculty dedicated to a collaborative and innovative approach to teaching undergraduate and graduate students. Temporary/non-tenured 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. This posting is for the fall 2026, spring 2027, and summer 2026/2027 semesters. Please note that this posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists. Applicants applying for a pool faculty position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises. All positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications - Specific educational requirements vary by position, but a minimum of a bachelor's degree or commensurate experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree in music, or equivalent professional experience, and/or prior teaching experience is preferred.

Application Procedures - Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: Interested individuals should submit the following: Current CV, Cover letter outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for appointment, Statement of teaching philosophy, Unofficial transcripts (all transcripts should be 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 the List of References section of the employment application. Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities. Additional documents might be required for specific positions, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for additional guidance specific to open positions.

Type of Position - Temporary Full-Time or Part-Time

Proposed Start Date - FY 27

Review Date - 06/30/2026

Close Date - 05/31/2027

Open Until Filled? - No

Legal Notices - Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions. 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. This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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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 provide acceptable documentation verifying 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 ambitious Run to R1 strategy, 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.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)

Optional Documents

• DD 214/DD1300
• Veteran's Preference
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Supplemental Questions

• * Have you earned a bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you a current Texas State University employee?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How many years of teaching experience do you have at the university level?
  • No prior teaching experience.
  • Less than 1
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 years or more
• * Describe your prior teaching experience (if any) including experience teaching classes that are fully online or delivered remotely. Include a list of all classes taught. (Open Ended Question)
• * Which semester(s) do you wish to be considered for? Fall, Spring, Summer or Combination? (Open Ended Question)
• * What is your schedule availability? Days/Nights; Days of the Week; Location (e.g., San Marcos, Round Rock, online courses, etc.) (Open Ended Question)
• Official transcripts are required for all degrees that provide evidence of a faculty member's credentials and qualifications. Foreign/International transcripts for all degrees must undergo a credentialing evaluation for U.S. equivalency by an organization that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). If selected for hire, I will provide official transcripts and/or evaluations for all degrees earned.
  • Yes
  • No