Adjunct Faculty- English

Agency Texas A&M University - Kingsville Department School of Arts, Language & Communication Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationKingsville, Texas Job TypeFaculty Job Description Job Summary Faculty members at Texas A&M University–Kingsville teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses across multiple sections and formats, maintaining high standards of instructional quality. They contribute to the university’s research mission and also engage in service through departmental participation, student support, and collaboration on curriculum and academic initiatives. Additionally, they fulfill institutional responsibilities such as compliance processes, meetings, and supporting the university’s broader mission of education and community engagement. Adjunct in English (non-tenure track)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Will teach one to five sections per fall/spring semesters. Courses include first-year composition and sophomore literature at the undergraduate level. Demonstrated history of quality teaching is expected. Other Duties The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions.

Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education Minimum earned Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees in English from a regionally accredited institution or university. Teaching experience in online course delivery is desirable. Willingness and ability to teach dual-enrolled sections of English at area high schools, as needed. Other Requirements Other Requirements and Factors This position requires an on-campus presence to deliver face-to-face courses.

This position is security sensitive. This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment. This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures. All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.

Deadlines: Application review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Prior to issuing a letter of appointment, official transcripts must be mailed directly form each degree granting institution to the Office of the Provost, Texas A&M University—Kingsville, MSC 102, Kingsville, Texas 78363-8202. If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator (AACRAO) http://www.aacrao.org.credential/index.htm. Inquiries may be directed to: Pamela Wright @ [email protected].

For more information about the university and department, visit our website at http://www.tamuk.edu. Selected candidates must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired for this position. Texas A&M University is committed to excellence; the University invites applications from all qualified applicants. All positions are security-sensitive.

Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK)! We are a public research university located in Kingsville, Texas.

TAMUK is the southernmost campus of the Texas A&M University System. It is located 40 miles southwest of Corpus Christi and is within a 4-hour or less drive to multiple metro areas, including: San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and Brownsville- McAllen- Harlingen. The mission of Texas A&M University- Kingsville is to enrich lives through education, discovery, and service in South Texas and beyond. The university's enrollment of approximately 7,000 students reflects the ethnic diversity of South Texas, with approximately 65% of the students of Hispanic origin.

The university consists of five academic colleges: Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, Agriculture & Natural Resources, and Education & Human Performance. The University has the Carnegie classification of: Doctoral University: High Research Activity. According to Forbes Media, ratings from Javelina alumni rank Texas A&M University- Kingsville among the top 25 Universities in the nation. The rankings are based on alumni feedback about their experience at the institution.

Kingsville, a friendly and safe community, is home to nearly 30,000 people and represents a vital part of the Texas ranching industry with more than 60,000 cattle and 300 quarter horses. In addition to being home to the first institution of higher learning in South Texas, Kingsville is also home to Naval Air Station Kingsville and several Fortune 500 industrial companies. From its quaint, historical buildings downtown to the longhorn and Santa Gertrudis cattle that graze in the legendary King Ranch, Kingsville still retains much of its unique historical charm while continuing to steadily grow into its future. Visit www.tamuk.edu or www.kingsvilletexas.com for more information.

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