Nontenure Line Faculty Pool - World Languages & Literatures

Position Title: Nontenure Line Faculty Pool - World Languages & Literatures Job Posting Number:

2027061APF

Job Location: Round Rock, San Marcos College/Division: College of Liberal Arts Department/School: Department of World Languages and Literatures Position Description : The Department of World Languages and Literatures at Texas State University seeks to develop a pool for temporary/nontenured faculty with expertise in world languages for positions at the rank of lecturer. The Department of World Languages and Literatures at Texas State offer majors and minors in Spanish, French and German, and a minor in Arabic, Chinese, Italian, and Japanese. Successful candidates will be able to teach courses in the language in their area of expertise. Preference will be given to candidates with online synchronous and asynchronous teaching experience in an American university setting. Temporary/nontenured 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. Successful candidates may teach at the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses and/or online, depending on the needs of the academic department. This posting is for the Spring 2027, Summer 2027, and Fall 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 as the need arises. Positions are subject to availability of funds. Required Qualifications: Specific educational requirements vary by position, but a minimum of a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the teaching field is generally required. Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D.or ABD in the specific area of instruction. Previous teaching experience is preferred. Type of Position: Temporary Full-Time or Part-Time Proposed Start Date: 101/14/2027 Posting Date: 11/03/2026 Review Date : 11/06/2026 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, drug screening (if applicable), and employment eligibility verifications. Certain positions, including those with clinical responsibilities, require compliance with health, immunization, and other requirements mandated by affiliated clinical agencies. Employment and continued assignment in such roles are contingent upon meeting and maintaining these requirements. 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. Reasonable Accommodation: If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible. 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. Quick Link: #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas State University