Lecturer I in History/College of Liberal Arts

Job Details

Lecturer I in History/College of Liberal Arts

Job Class Code: 10050
FLSA: Exempt
Posting Number: FRGV2010
Location: Rio Grande Valley, Texas
Division/Organization: Provost - Academic Affairs
Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position: 3 years
Tenure Status: Non Tenure Track
FTE: 1.0

Scope of Job:
The University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) seeks applicants for a three-year non-tenure track lecturer position in U.S. History beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year. This position will be primarily responsible for teaching U.S. History I and History II with occasional additional courses as needed. Teaching responsibilities may include dual enrollment courses for local high school students. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness. Letter of interest should address candidate's qualifications for the position and how those qualifications would contribute to student success at UTRGV. Indicate that you are applying for position of 3YA Lecturer in U.S. History.

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
As an integral part of a liberal arts education, the Department of History introduces students to different historical eras, diverse cultures, famous and ordinary women and men, and a variety of geographical settings. Our courses challenge students to think critically, express themselves clearly, and become informed and responsible citizens in an increasingly interconnected world. For more information on the Department of History, see our website: https://www.utrgv.edu/history/

Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold an M.A. in History or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education with at least 18 graduate hours in History.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications:
18 or more graduate hours in History

Preferred Qualification:
Experience teaching HIST 1301 and/or HIST 1302 and/or other teaching experience relevant to the position. Dual enrollment experience is desirable but not essential. Experience working with first generation students and/or experience teaching at a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) or HSSD is desirable but not essential.

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