Assistant or Associate Professor, Health Administration

Posting Information

Posting Information

Position Title Assistant or Associate Professor, Health Administration Job Posting Number 2027002TTL Job Location San Marcos Department School of Health Administration Position Description

The College of Health Professions School of Health Administration (SOHA) Texas State University (TXST), invites applications for one assistant or associate rank tenure-track position. This is a full-time, in-person position located at the San Marcos campus, with a nine-month appointment to begin Spring 2027. Salary will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Candidates are expected to actively pursue and maintain an externally funded research program.This position is second of two new FTEs available within SOHA for a Tenure Track faculty member with a teaching and research interest in health information technology/health information management. This position is subject to the availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

Required qualifications for all ranks:

• An earned doctorate and masters.
• One degree must be in healthcare administration or closely related field.
• One degree must be from CAHME, AACSB or CePH accredited program.

Required qualifications for rank of Assistant Professor , in addition to those required above:

• Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills.Commitment to excellence in teaching and learning consistent with the program vision, mission, and goals.
• Established publication history.
• Established research agenda.

Required qualifications for rank of Associate Professor, in addition to those required above:

• Minimum five years teaching experience.
• Established research publication history.
• Established external funding record.
• Demonstrated teaching excellence and service leadership accomplishments.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications for all ranks:

• Board certification or board certification eligible and plan to seek certification in the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA), American College of Medical Practice Executives (ACMPE), American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), or other appropriate professional organization related to the field of healthcare administration.Industry experience in the healthcare domain (ideally in a series of positions of increasing responsibility).
• As this is an in-person position, the candidate must have a willingness to teach on campus. synchronous classes.Previous record of funded external grant activity and peer-reviewed publications.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56711.

To ensure full consideration please submit the following before August 1, 2026:

• Cover Letter that addresses all required and preferred qualifications.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Two Letters of Recommendation.
• Samples of Scholarly work or research.
• Evidence of Teaching experience or evaluations.
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document).

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting Universities.

Proposed Start Date Spring 2027 Posting Date 07/08/2026 Review Date 08/01/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled? Yes Legal Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

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/56711

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
• Samples of Scholarly Work/Research
• Evidence of Teaching Experience/Evaluations

Optional Documents

• DD 214/DD1300
• Veteran's Preference
• Letter of Recommendation #1
• Licensure
• Certifications
• Letter of Recommendation #2

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please select the rank you are applying for.

• Assistant Professor

• Associate Professor

• Professor

• • Do you have an earned masters or doctorate, one of which must be in healthcare administration or closely related field from a CAHME, AACSB or CePH accredited program?

• Yes, I have an earned masters or doctorate degree, one of which must be in healthcare administration or closely related field from a CAHME, AACSB or CePH accredited program.

• Yes, ABD with anticipated completion prior to start date.

• No.

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• The Chronicle of Higher Education

• InsideHigherEd.com

• HigherEdJobs.com

• Diverse Issues in Higher Education

• InsightintoDiversity.com

• Texas Workforce Commission-Work in Texas

• Colleague, friend, and/or personal referral

• Other (Please Specify in follow up question below)

• • 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

• • Are you currently eligible to work in the United States of America?

• Yes.

• No.