3- Year Lecturer in the College of Sciences / Physics and Astronomy / AY 27-28
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Posting Details
Position Information
- Posting Number: FRGV2094
- Working Title: 3- Year Lecturer in the College of Sciences / Physics and Astronomy / AY 27-28
- Number of Vacancies: 2
- 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
We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s student body as a Lecturer 1 of the department of Physics and Astronomy beginning in the 2027-2028 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.
Department/College Background
The Department of Physics and Astronomy has tenure track and tenured faculty members and several lecturers, post-doctoral scholars, research and visiting faculty members actively engaged in research in the areas of Applied Optics, Biophysics, Computational Physics, Gravitational Wave Astronomy, Nanotechnology, Optical Astronomy, Physics Education, Radio Astronomy and Relativistic Astrophysics. Besides excellence in research and teaching, the department places special emphasis on the early involvement of undergraduate and graduate students in research. Several opportunities for generous financial support are provided to deserving students at all levels. Integration of research and education at all stages is one of the strengths of the department. The department lays emphasis on high quality teaching and student mentoring. The department has strong well-funded research programs. The department faculty members have research collaborations with scientists across the globe. The UTRGV Department of Physics and Astronomy envisions empowering our students to become successful leaders, innovators, and educators through world-class education and research, while nurturing them to be conscientious citizens, performing impactful research and engaging the local community in science. The UTRGV Department of Physics and Astronomy’s mission is to pursue excellence in research and education across Physics and Astronomy, including multi-disciplinary areas, in a diverse, inclusive, and nurturing environment with emphasis on transformative impact on traditionally underrepresented minorities, and to serve the community, the profession, and society at large through dissemination of scientific knowledge and promotion of scientific literacy.
Minimum Qualifications
- M.S. in Physics, Physical Science, Astronomy, or closely related field from an accredited university.
- At least two years’ experience in teaching physics/physical science/astronomy.
- Demonstrated or evidence of potential for using technology effectively to foster students’ learning and a strong commitment to inclusive teaching practices.
- Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language.
- Commitment to teaching excellence of physics and astronomy at high school and university levels.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
- M.S. in Physics, Physical Science, Astronomy, or closely related field from an accredited university.
- At least two years’ experience in teaching physics/physical science/astronomy.
- Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience teaching at the University level is desirable, as well as ability to use technology to support teaching and learning.
- Demonstrated ability or evidence of potential for implementing student-centered active teaching approaches in both face-to-face and remote/online teaching.
- License or Certification Required? No
- Salary: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
- Desired Start Date: 09/01/2027
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: 11/11/2026
- Close Date: 01/25/2027
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 least135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional RetirementProgram (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per weekand at least 135 days in length.
Please Note
Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English todemonstrate 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.
