Position Description

Scope of Job:

We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s student body as a Lecturer I of the School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year.

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.

The School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (SMSS) at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs in mathematics, statistics, and mathematics education. In addition to serving its own majors, the School supports the entire university by providing developmental and introductory courses in mathematics and statistics to more than 10,000 students each semester across hundreds of course sections. Please visit the SMSS webpage to learn more about our school. 

 

SMSS is a multi-campus unit, with faculty and programs located in Edinburg and Brownsville; there are thirteen (13) positions available in Edinburg and two (2) positions in Brownsville.

  Minimum Qualifications:

M.S. in Mathematics or Statistics from an accredited university

  Discipline Specific Required Qualifications:

All faculty at UTRGV are required to exhibit a commitment to Teaching Excellence. Candidates must show experience and qualifications that departmental/college accreditation requires.

Teaching: The primary responsibility of Lecturers considered for this position is teaching and collaborating with colleagues to enhance student success in undergraduate mathematics and statistics courses. Lecturers are expected to participate in professional development in teaching to implement innovative teaching and learning strategies in the classroom and to document their impact to increase the success of first-year college students, including those who are not yet considered college-ready. Use of effective activities/pedagogy in the classroom is essential to engage students, cultivate thinking skills, and motivate interest in the subject. Faculty will be expected to integrate innovative technology and customized learning to maximize student success. Given that UTRGV is a distributed campus, faculty may be required to teach online, hybrid courses, and/or at different locations.

Service and Scholarship: Although the primary obligation of lecturers is classroom instruction and student engagement, service to the university and community may be a part of the faculty members’ responsibilities. This position does not provide any formal expectation or support for scholarship activities. However, UTRGV encourages all faculty, including Lecturers, to engage in scholarship.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. or terminal degree in the field of study with extensive teaching experience and documented teaching effectiveness at a university or college campus.

How to apply:

Complete applications should be submitted online by following the links below:

3-year lecturer in the College of Sciences / School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences/Brownsville

3-year lecturer in the College of Sciences / School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences/Edinburg 

Applications should be received by February 27, 2026, to receive full consideration. Evaluations of applicants will begin on February 28, 2026, and continue until the positions are filled.

Special Instructions for applicants

Teaching Statement  (max 10 pages with topic headings)

Provide a portfolio highlighting coordinated course experience, pedagogical approaches and materials, assessment strategies, instructional technology used and its application, and evidence of student engagement. Include sample syllabi and representative teaching artifacts where applicable.

Instructional Video Submission

Submit a 3–5 minute video (via a private, viewable link) describing what a typical freshman-level mathematics class session looks like in your course. This should include your instructional approach, classroom structure and flow, student engagement strategies, and how you support learning. The video should not be a lecture or content demonstration. You may record using any device and post it on any platform (e.g., Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, Zoom, or unlisted YouTube). Ensure the link is private, accessible without login, and remains active for the review period. Include the link in a document titled “Other document.”