Non-tenure line faculty pool - Lecturer in Spanish

Posting Information

Position TitleNon-tenure line faculty pool - Lecturer in Spanish

Job Posting Number2026117NTL

Job LocationRound Rock, San Marcos

College/DivisionCollege of Liberal Arts

Department/SchoolDepartment of World Languages and Literatures

Position Description

TheDepartment of World Languages (https://www.worldlang.txst.edu/) and Literatures at Texas State University invites applications for aLecturer position in Spanishwith a focus on writing, composition, technical writing, language, and culture.

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. The successful candidate will teach at the San Marcos campus and may teach at the Round Rock campus and/or online, depending on the need of the Department.

All positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D or ABD in Spanish, Spanish Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, or a comparable field in hand by August 1st 2026

• Native or near-native command of Spanish and English.

• Demonstrated teaching experience in Spanish at the university level.

• Applicants should have a strong commitment to teaching, and collegial service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Spanish language, writing, composition, technical writing, and culture.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered:https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56749.

To ensure full consideration please submit the following by May 15, 2026:

• Cover letter addressing required qualifications.

• Current curriculum vitae.

• Unofficial college 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 PositionFull-Time

Proposed Start Date8/15/2026

Posting Date05/06/2026

Review Date05/15/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled?Yes

Legal Notices

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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.

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 fromTalent Acquisition (https://www.hr.txst.edu/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 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.

Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56749

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