Nontenure Faculty Pool - Department of Physical Therapy

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Position TitleNontenure Faculty Pool - Department of Physical Therapy

Job Posting Number2027009NTL

Job LocationRound Rock

College/DivisionCollege of Health Professions

Department/SchoolDepartment of Physical Therapy

Position Description

ThePhysical 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 TXST 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 theReference Lettersection of the employment application.

Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.

Type of PositionTemporary Full-Time or Part-Time

Proposed Start Date08/15/2026

Posting Date07/08/2026

Review Date07/07/2026

Close Date05/31/2027

Open Until Filled?No

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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 provideacceptable documentationverifying 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 ambitiousRun to R1strategy, 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.

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