One Year Appointment Lecturer - University College

Posting Details Title Information Faculty Title Lecturer I Job Class Code 00050 Job Code F FLSA Exempt Position Information Posting Number

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Working Title One Year Appointment Lecturer - University College Location Rio Grande Valley, Texas Division/Organization Provost - Academic Affairs Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position 1 year Tenure Status Non Tenure Track FTE 1.0 Scope of Job We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's diverse student body as a One Year Appointment Lecturer of the University College beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year.

About UTRGV:

It is UTRGV's Vision "To be one of the nation's leaders in higher education, its premier Hispanic-serving institution, and a highly engaged bilingual university, with exceptional educational, research, and creative opportunities that serve as catalysts for transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond." As such, UTRGV is committed to building a diverse faculty and staff that can contribute to an enriching learning environment that strives for more equitable outcomes for student success. 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. Thanks to a steadfast commitment to safety and success, UTRGV has been yielding record-breaking outcomes in enrollment and student success. For additional information, please visit our website. The University College at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is seeking applications for a Lecturer I in

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Foundations of Success and

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Academic & Career Success. This first-year course, which is a part of UTRGV's Student Success and Retention Initiatives, focuses on research-based findings on the application of learning and motivation. The position is a one-year appointment beginning in the Fall of 2025. The selected applicant(s) will teach multiple sections of

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Foundations of Success and/or

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Academic & Career Success using research-based teaching methodologies. The applicant(s) will also serve on program and university committees, maintain appropriate office hours, and fulfill other responsibilities required of a lecturer at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. UTRGV faculty will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to student success and to advancing the university, college, and program missions and are committed to UTRGV's guiding principles (http://www.utrgv.edu/en-us/about-utrgv/transition-plan/guiding-principles), which include promoting access to postsecondary education to a diverse student body and to become one of the largest and most successful Hispanic-serving emerging research institutions in the U.S.A. Minimum Qualifications Applicant must have a Master's degree, demonstrated knowledge of best practices in teaching, and one year of experience working with students is required. Discipline Specific Required Qualifications Preferred Qualification Salary One-Year Lecturers are paid a 9-month academic rate commensurate with experience and/or qualifications in the discipline. Including Budgetary Approval. License or Certification Required? No Number of Vacancies 1 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 05/05/2026