Title Information

Faculty Title

Job Class Code

FLSA

Position Information

Posting NumberFRGV1771

Working TitleLecturer I (Open Rank) - Mechanical Engineering

Number of Vacancies1

LocationRio Grande Valley

Division/OrganizationProvost - Academic Affairs

Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position3 years

Tenure StatusNon Tenure Track

FTE1.0

Scope of Job

We seek applicants who are dedicated to servingThe University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’sstudent body as a Non-Tenure Track Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year in the broad areas of Design, Thermofluids, and Engineering Materials. The college hosts an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in materials science and engineering, and a Ph.D. program in computer science with interdisciplinary applications. UTRGV faculty are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to student success, contribute to the advancement of the university, college, and program missions, and promote access to postsecondary education for a diverse student body at UTRGV , a leading Hispanic-Serving Institution and emerging research university.

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 (https://www.utrgv.edu/index.htm) .

Department Background:

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at UTRGV has an enrollment of almost 1200 undergraduate and 100 graduate students. The Department offers an ABET - accredited Bachelor of Science, Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering as well as a PhD degree in Material Science & Engineering. For further information regarding UTRGV and the Mechanical Engineering Department, please visit our websites athttps://www.utrgv.edu/mece/.

College Background:

The College of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley ( UTRGV ) hosts an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in materials science and engineering, and a Ph.D. program in computer science with interdisciplinary applications. The research centers in the college include the Center for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation and Cyber Systems ( CAMICS ), the Center for Nanotechnology, the Center for Aerospace Research, Industrial Assessment Center, the NSF Center for Multidisciplinary Research Excellence in Cyber-Physical Infrastructure Systems ( MECIS ), and the University Transportation Center for Railway Safety ( UTCRS ). For further information regarding the College, please visit our websites athttps://www.utrgv.edu/cecs/.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must hold an M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited university (at least conferred before the start date of September 1, 2025). Candidates will be considered based on their demonstrated ability to effectively teach undergraduate Mechanical Engineering courses and laboratory courses, coupled with excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

Applicants must demonstrate having (or potential to) achieved excellence and balance in teaching, research (if applicable) and service. They should also have the ability to collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and to mentor both undergraduate students and graduate teaching assistants.

Preferred Qualifications

Priority will be given to applicants with experience teaching a variety of Mechanical Engineering courses, including Design, Thermofluids, and Engineering Materials. Experience with both traditional and innovative teaching methods, including the use of Learning Management Systems, is highly valued.

License or Certification Required?No

SalaryCommensurate with Qualifications and Experience

Desired Start Date09/01/2025

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 Date11/01/2024

Close Date05/01/2025

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted via the UTRGV application portal athttps://careers.utrgv.edu. Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time, please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone number. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For priority consideration, applications must be received by December 2, 2024. Applications will continue to be reviewed until positions are filled.

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.

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 Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/45138

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

• List of 3 References

• Letter of Interest

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Research Statement

• Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents