Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Physician Assistant Studies and Athletic Training (2026-2027)

Posting Details

Come and join the Bearkat community!

Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, theuniversity boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with thespirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful,natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a studentpopulation of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamiccommunity. SHSU has a small town feel with large scaleopportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas andjust an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides arearesidents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfillingand impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible workenvironment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs thatsupport a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employeewell-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professionaldevelopment opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to theprovisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizesthe employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title

Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Physician Assistant Studies and Athletic Training )

Requisition

F

Rank

Lecturer-Pool

FLSA status

Exempt

Hiring Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position Type

Part-Time Non-Tenure Track

College

College of Health Sciences

Department

Dept of Physician Assistants

Open Date

08/04/2026

Quicklink

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name

Wilma Mealer, Chair of MPAS

Title

Wilma Mealer, Chair of MPAS and AT at the Health ProfessionsBuilding Conroe, TX

Contact Phone

Contact Email

Position Details

The Lecturer-Pool Faculty will teach graduate courses within theMaster of Physician Assistant Studies program, depending on anapplicant’s academic background, experience, and licensure. Poolfaculty contracts are for one semester based on departmental needsbut may be renewed based on performance and need. Departmental needis driven by student enrollment and internal workloadcommitments.

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Lecturer-Pool Faculty will teach graduate courses within theMaster of Physician Assistant Studies program, depending on anapplicant’s academic background, experience, and licensure. Poolfaculty contracts are for one semester based on departmental needsbut may be renewed based on performance and need. Departmental needis driven by student enrollment and internal workloadcommitments.

Educational Requirements for the Position

All candidates should possess excellent oral, written, andinterpersonal communication skills and the ability to workeffectively as a team member. Must have knowledge and the abilityto comply with accreditation standards related to evaluation andassessment. Physician Assistant with the following:

• Master’s degree from an ARC -PA accredited program.
• Current NCCPA certification
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience.
• Current license or eligibility for licensing as a physicianassistant in the State of Texas.

OR

Physician with the following:

• A Doctor of Medicine/Osteopathy with a full unrestricted MDlicense or eligibility to obtain such licensure in the State ofTexas.

OR

Non-clinician Scientist or Health Professional with the following:

• Master’s degree or higher in a health or science relatedfield.

Experience Required for the Position

The Lecturer-Pool Faculty will teach graduate courses within theMaster of Physician Assistant Studies program, depending on anapplicant’s academic background, experience, and licensure. Poolfaculty contracts are for one semester based on departmental needsbut may be renewed based on performance and need. Departmental needis driven by student enrollment and internal workloadcommitments.

Other Requirements for the Position

Special Instructions Summary

Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas’ legendary hero, General Sam Houston, theuniversity boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with thespirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful,natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a studentpopulation of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamiccommunity.

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment OpportunityEmployer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment without regard to race,creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, nationalorigin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteranstatus. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensureequal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII asinterpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State Universityis an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will haveadditional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions atSHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code§51.215.

AnnualSecurity and Fire Safety Report

Supplemental Questions

1. * How did you learn about this position?
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • TWC - Work in Texas
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • Higher Ed Jobs
   • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
   • SHSU Website
   • SHSU Employee
   • Other
2. If your response to the question above was "SHSU Employee"please indicate employee's name and department. (Open Ended Question)
3. If your response to the question above was "Other" pleaseindicate from what source. (Open Ended Question)
4. Please indicate your teaching availability.
   • Face-to-Face Only
   • Online Only
   • Face-to-Face and Online
5. Are you available to teach during the evening?
   • Yes
   • No

Candidate Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Letter of Recommendation 1
4. Letter of Recommendation 2
5. Letter of Recommendation 3
6. Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Evaluations