"Part-time Lecturer in School of Integrative Biological and Chemical Sciences (SIBCS) AY 25-26"

Title Information

Faculty Title Part Time Lecturer

Job Class Code 00052

Job Code G

FLSA Exempt

Position Information

Posting Number PTFRGV0934

Working Title Part-time Lecturer in School of Integrative Biological and Chemical Sciences (SIBCS) AY 25-26

Location Rio Grande Valley, Texas

Division/Organization Provost - Academic Affairs

Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position

Tenure Status Non Tenure Track

FTE Varies

Scope of Job

We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s diverse student body as a Part Time Lecturer of SIBCS beginning in the Fall for 2025-2026 academic year. We are looking for individuals with experience teaching a variety of courses and laboratories that support our Biology or Chemistry undergraduate programs.

   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 our website.

Department/CollegeBackground

About the Department: The School of Integrative Biological and Chemical Sciences

at UTRGV, located on the Edinburg and Brownsville campuses, is composed of faculty and staff committed to research and education in the life sciences. The mission of the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Department of Biology is to educate, train and diversify the next generation of leaders and life-long learners in the area of biology. We strive to ensure student success by employing innovative teaching methods and creating an environment of inclusiveness. Our mission is to perform cutting-edge research in biology and life sciences that is interdisciplinary, international, and student inclusive. Our mission includes service through outreach programs, promote sustainable development, and performing research that directly impacts the Rio Grande Valley, Texas and the world.

Minimum Qualifications

The minimum qualification to be considered as a Part-Time Lecturer is a Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry or a related field of study (with a minimum 18 credit hours in Biology or Chemistry related content) from an accredited institution

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

Commitment to Teaching Excellence

Preferred Qualification

Previous experience teaching at the University level and Doctorate Degree 

Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience

License or Certification Required? No

Number of Vacancies Various throughout the year, based on need.

Desired Start Date 09/01/2025

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Open Date 06/03/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant,

Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:

Date of Birth

Social Security Number

Gender

Ethnicity/Race

Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.

Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may

require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is

performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive

and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code

§51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of

Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least

135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement

Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week

and at least 135 days in length.

Please Note

Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.

Quick Link https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/47319

Posting Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae

List of 3 References

Letter of Interest

Resume

Optional Documents

Unofficial Transcripts 2

Unofficial Transcripts 3

Unofficial Transcripts

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Teaching Philosophy

Writing / Publication Sample

Reference Letter 1

Reference Letter 2

Reference Letter 3

Multi Media

Certifications and Licenses

Training Certificates

Other Document

1. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness