Nontenure Faculty Pool - Department of Physical Therapy

Nontenure Faculty Pool - Department of Physical Therapy

The Physical Therapy Department seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/nontenured faculty to teach. Temporary/nontenured faculty are appointed to teach one to four courses per semester. Teaching appointments are based on 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/school/program needs. Successful candidates will teach at the Round Rock, TX campus. This posting is for the fall 2026, spring 2027, and summer 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.

Required Qualifications - Specific educational requirements vary by position, but a minimum of a DPT or an MS in Physical Therapy and a valid Physical therapist license in the state of Texas.

Preferred Qualifications - Previous teaching experience is preferred. Terminal Degree is preferred.

Application Procedures - The Department of Physical Therapy will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis. Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered, Interested individuals should submit: A current CV. A letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for appointment. Unofficial transcripts (all 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 Reference Letter section of the employment application. Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.

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

Proposed Start Date - 08/15/2026

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.

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

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)

Optional Documents

1. DD 214/DD1300
2. Veteran's Preference
3. Licensure
4. Certifications

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a terminal doctoral degree from an accredited university (i.e., Ph.D., Ed.D., D.Sc.)?
   • Yes, I have a terminal degree from an accredited university (i.e., Ph.D., Ed.D., D.Sc.).
   • Yes, ABD with anticipated completion prior to start date.
   • No.
2. * 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
3. * 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)
4. * What is your schedule availability? Days/Nights; Days of the Week; Location (e.g., San Marcos, Round Rock, online courses, etc.) (Open Ended Question)
5. * Which semester(s) do you wish to be considered for? Fall, Spring, Summer, or Combination? (Open Ended Question)