Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Lecturer of Accounting
Requisition
202600082F
Rank
Lecturer
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Business Administration
Department
Dept of Accounting
Open Date
07/06/2026
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47612
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Cassy Henderson
Title
Chair of Department of Accounting
Contact Phone
936-294-1257
Contact Email
cdh045@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Teach undergraduate accounting courses both face-to-face and online. The selected candidate will teach four courses each fall and spring semester. Candidate must maintain qualifications that meet AACSB standards.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Master’s degree from an accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in accounting. CPA license is required. Other professional accounting certifications are a plus.
Experience Required for the Position
Candidate should have significant professional experience in the field of accounting. Teaching experience preferred.
Other Requirements for the Position
Ability to develop pedagogical materials and lesson plans for accounting courses.
Demonstrated ability to work on a team.
Special Instructions Summary
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Supplemental Questions
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* 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
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Candidate Documents
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents


