Assistant Professor of Practice (Open Rank) - Electrical & Computer Engineering

Assistant Professor of Practice (Open Rank) - Electrical & Computer Engineering

Job Class Code: 10017
FLSA: Exempt
Posting Number: FRGV2000
Location: Brownsville, Texas
Division/Organization: Provost - Academic Affairs
Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position: 3 years
Tenure Status: Non Tenure Track
FTE: 1

Scope of Job:
We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's student body as a Professor of Practice of Electrical and Computer Engineering beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year based at the Brownsville campus.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) invites applications for a Professor of Practice position (Assistant/Associate/Full depending on qualifications and experience), beginning Fall 2026, to support the department's continued growth and increasing student enrollment. The department currently serves around 1000 undergraduate and graduate students and includes 27 full-time faculty members dedicated to delivering high-quality education, impactful research, and meaningful student engagement through its ABET-accredited program. The department offers full Electrical Engineering and around 85% Computer Engineering undergraduate courses at the Brownsville campus. These positions are part of a plan to expand to the delivery of the full four-year curriculum at the Brownsville campus. The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses across multiple electrical and computer engineering disciplines at the Brownsville campus. Additional responsibilities include advising and mentoring students, supporting outreach and recruitment initiatives, and building collaborations with local schools, community colleges, and industry partners. Applicants should possess substantial industry experience, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to practical, application-oriented teaching. UTRGV is a Hispanic-Serving Institution dedicated to serving a diverse student population. The successful candidate will shape the growth of the dynamic electrical and computer engineering program at a high-impact public university, contribute to the Brownsville campus, a cornerstone of UTRGV's regional development strategy, inspire a diverse new generation of engineers and leaders in South Texas, one of the nation's most rapidly developing regions, and collaborate with strong industry and government partners to design applied learning ecosystems that reflect real-world practice.

For priority consideration, applications must be received by April 30, 2026. Applications will continue to be reviewed until positions are filled. A complete application will include the following required documents: Curriculum Vitae, Unofficial Transcripts, List of 3 References, Letter of Interest, Research Statement (including highlights of major project, industry collaborations), and Teaching Philosophy (including how you incorporate applied/industry-relevant learning and mentoring).

About UTRGV: UTRGV serves the Rio Grande Valley and beyond via an innovative and unique multicultural education dedicated to student access and success. By championing leading research, healthcare, and application of university discoveries, we support sustainable development, community engagement, and well-being. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is committed to building and sustaining a highly qualified and talented faculty to pursue excellence in everything that we do, including teaching, research, and service.

Drawing on our unique identity as the leading Hispanic-Serving Institution in a bilingual and bicultural environment, UTRGV will promote student access and success by building from strength in education and creating a vibrant campus experience. By 2027, we will accelerate transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond by driving meaningful advancements in research and creative works, expanding access to high-quality and affordable healthcare, and fostering authentic community engagement and integration.

UTRGV is a distributed campus, one university spanning four counties and multiple locations. Our purpose is to be a university for the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond. Over 91% of the students enrolled at UTRGV identify as Hispanic, making UTRGV one of the top 3 universities with the highest percentage of Hispanic students. For additional information, please visit UTRGV website.

Department Background: The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at UTRGV has an enrollment of around 1000 undergraduate and 36 graduate students. The Department offers an ABET- accredited Bachelor of Science, Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering. For further information regarding UTRGV and the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, please visit our websites at https://www.utrgv.edu/ECE/.

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a minimum of a Master of Science or higher degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited university (at least conferred before the start date of September 1, 2026). Candidates at the Assistant Professor of Practice level should have a minimum three (3) years of teaching experience in a university or college and with at least two (2) years of professional, industry-related experience in electrical/computer engineering practice. Applicants should demonstrate a strong connection between teaching and professional practice, with ability to integrate real-world engineering experience into classroom instruction. Prospective candidates in all electrical engineering areas are strongly encouraged to apply.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications:
Candidates at the Assistant Professor of Practice level (non-tenure-track) position will be considered based on demonstrated potential to enhance the teaching, service, and capabilities of the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department.

Preferred Qualification:
Experienced in teaching a broad range of undergraduate electrical engineering courses, from lower to upper-level, encompassing electric circuits, electronics, digital circuits, electric lab and design (e.g., junior/senior design, computer aided design).

Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
License or Certification Required?: No
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 09/01/2026