Lecturer I in History/College of Liberal Arts

Posting Details Title Information Faculty Title Lecturer I Job Class Code 10050 FLSA Exempt Position Information Posting Number

FRGV2010

Working Title Lecturer I in History/College of Liberal Arts Number of Vacancies Varies 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 athree-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 Qualifications 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. License or Certification Required? No Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience Desired Start Date 09/01/2026 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 05/06/2026 Close Date 06/01/2026 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.