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
Assistant Professor of Practice in Management
Requisition
202600051F
Rank
Assistant Professor of Practice
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Business Administration
Department
Dept of Management & Marketing
Open Date
04/14/2026
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46826
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Irfan Ahmed
Title
Chair, Department of Management and Marketing
COBA -2056
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX 77341-2056
Contact Phone
(936) 294-1276
Contact Email
irfanahmed@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the Department of Management and Marketing for both face-to-face classes on the Huntsville campus, and online classes. Participate in departmental administrative activities as directed by the department chair. Plays an executive role in the development and maintenance of the COBA Master’s in Leadership program, including planning, development of curriculum, and developing industry linkages to propagate the program in the region.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Master’s degree in Management from an AACSB accredited institution, with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in related courses.
Experience Required for the Position
Significant industry experience.
Other Requirements for the Position
Experience in teaching and in developing new course programming desirable.
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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Candidate Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Reference Contact Information
- Teaching Evaluations
Optional Documents
- Letter of Recommendation 3
