OYA - Lecturer I in Theatre Department (Temporary Faculty)

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

PTFRGV1023

Working Title OYA - Lecturer I in Theatre Department (Temporary Faculty) 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 The Department of Theatre at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is seeking to hire a Lecturer I to teach in its Bachelor's in Theatre program. We are currently hiring for a one-year appointment position in Film Production for Fall 2026 only. The faculty member will be responsible for teaching one or more of the following: Introduction to Film Editing Advanced Film Editing Introduction to Film Video Production Intermediate Film Production Advanced Film Production The position will be 5 courses per semester for a 5/5/ teaching load. There will also be a service requirement for this position in addition to standard faculty duties such as office hours, meetings, etc. Minimum Qualifications The qualifications to be considered for a lecturer are an MA in film or MA in related field with 18 graduate hours of theatre or film from an accredited institution or related professional experience. Discipline Specific Required Qualifications Relevant experience in the subject area is required. Courses with technical components require demonstrated technical expertise. Preferred Qualification Teaching experience is desirable, terminal degree in area preferred. Applicants with experience in more than one area are preferred. Salary commensurate with experience and/or qualifications. All positions are subject to budget 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 05/01/2026