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.
The SHSU Library is seeking applicants for a new, non-tenure track, 12-month faculty librarian position that provides professional information and instructional services to meet the teaching, learning, and research needs of students, faculty, and other affiliated users at the newly constructed Health Professions Building (HPB) and College of Health Sciences (COHS). The librarian will serve as the primary subject liaison for Dietetics, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies & Athletic Training, and the School of Nursing.
Please visit Sam Houston State University’s online employment site https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46351 for the detailed job description and to apply.
Required Qualifications:
Master’s degree in library/information science from a program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree or significant coursework in the relevant subject liaison area(s).
- Experience working in an academic, health sciences, medical, or hospital library.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience and education.
Note: This position is primarily located in the new Health Professions Building (HPB) in Conroe, TX, and the librarian will be expected to occasionally travel to the university’s Woodlands Center and the Huntsville campus to provide library instruction or attend in-person training or meetings. Review of applicants will begin on March 23, 2026.
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.