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Lecturer-Pool Faculty – Competency-Based Education Instruction in Political Science

Sam Houston State University

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Master's degree

Job overview

Sam Houston State University is hiring a Lecturer-Pool Faculty – Competency-Based Education Instruction in Political Science. The university seeks a lecturer to support competency‑based political science courses, delivering fully online instruction, evaluating student work, providing timely feedback, and facilitating student progression across multiple entry points throughout the academic year.

Key focus areas include Support delivery of competency‑based political science courses, Serve as instructor of record for CBE sections, and Evaluate student work and provide timely feedback.

Preferred (not required): Strong Written Communication, Feedback Skills, Blackboard, and Competency-Based Education.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Strong Written CommunicationFeedback SkillsBlackboardCompetency-Based Education

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Political ScienceMaster's Degree Plus 18 Graduate Credits in Political ScienceTeaching Higher-Ed Level Courses ExperienceOnline Learning Environments ExperienceCompetency-Based Education or Outcomes-Based Assessment Experience

Full job description

Requisition: 202600094F

Hiring Salary/Recruiting Range:

Commensurate with education and experience

Department: Dept of Political Science

General Requirements:

Strong written communication and feedback skills

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:

Support the delivery of courses in a competency-based education ( CBE ) format for new CBE -based Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences programs at Sam Houston State University. CBE courses are fully online and designed to allow students to progress by demonstrating mastery of clearly defined competencies.

Faculty would begin by supporting a CBE section of Texas Government ( POLS 2306) in Fall 2026 and then support a CBE section of American Government ( POLS 2305) when it rolls out later in the academic year. CBE faculty serve as instructors of record and are responsible for evaluating student work, providing timely feedback, and supporting student progression.

This position is structured as a 9-month academic-year appointment with an anticipated 3-month summer appointment to support the continuous delivery of the competency-based education program. Faculty are expected to provide instruction across multiple entry points throughout the calendar year, including summer, to ensure consistent support for student learning and progression.

Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position:

Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request when the application is submitted.

Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):

Master’s degree in political science or related field preferred; will also consider those that meet SACSCOC credentialing requirement of a Master’s degree plus 18-graduate credits in political science.

Experience Required for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):

Experience teaching higher-ed level courses preferred

Experience with online learning environments (e.g., Blackboard) preferred

Experience with competency-based education or outcomes-based assessment in higher education preferred

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