Position Title Nontenure Faculty Pool - Music
Job Posting Number 2026139NTL
Job Location San Marcos
College/Division College of Fine Arts and Communication
Department/School School of Music
Position Description The School of Music seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/non-tenured faculty to teach music courses. New hires will join a nationally recognized department with a dynamic faculty dedicated to a collaborative and innovative approach to teaching undergraduate and graduate students.
Temporary/non-tenured 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.
This posting is for the fall 2026, spring 2027, and summer 2026/2027 semesters. Please note that this posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists. Applicants ing for a pool faculty position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises.
All positions are subject to availability of funds.
Required Qualifications Specific educational requirements vary by position, but a minimum of a bachelor's degree or commensurate experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in music, or equivalent professional experience, and/or prior teaching experience is preferred.
Application Procedures Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57280.
Interested individuals should submit the following materials:
Current CV.
Letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for appointment.
Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).
Type of Position Temporary Full-Time or Part-Time
Proposed Start Date FY 27
Posting Date 06/09/2026
Review Date 06/30/2026
Close Date 05/31/2027
Open Until Filled? No
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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.
Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57280
Special Instructions Summary Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
Optional Documents
DD 214/DD1300
Veteran's Preference
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (
- Have you earned a bachelor's degree?
Yes
No
- Are you a current Texas State University employee?
Yes
No
- 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
- 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)
- Which semester(s) do you wish to be considered for? Fall, Spring, Summer or Combination?
(Open Ended Question)
- What is your schedule availability?
Days/Nights; Days of the Week; Location (e.g., San Marcos, Round Rock, online courses, etc.)
(Open Ended Question)
Official transcripts are required for all degrees that provide evidence of a faculty member's credentials and qualifications. Foreign/International transcripts for all degrees must undergo a credentialing evaluation for U.S. equivalency by an organization that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). If selected for hire, I will provide official transcripts and/or evaluations for all degrees earned.
Yes
No
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