Part-time Lecturer- School of Nursing

Part‑time Lecturer - School of Nursing Job Class Code: 00052 FLSA: Exempt Posting Number: PTFRGV1030 Location: Rio Grande Valley, Texas Division/Organization: Division of Health Affairs Appointment Period for Non‑Tenure Position: 1 year Tenure Status: Non Tenure Track FTE: Varies Scope of Job We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s student body as a Part‑Time Faculty of the School of Nursing beginning in the 2026‑2027 academic year. The assignment is semester to semester basis. The School of Nursing at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley occasionally has the need to hire non‑tenure track Part‑Time Lecturer(s) to teach in its Bachelor’s and/or Master’s programs. Responsibilities include delivering quality instruction to students in the classroom, simulated laboratories, and clinical settings. 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 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 on the 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. Please visit UTRGV website for additional information. Department/College Background The School of Nursing offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Nursing. These degrees include a traditional BSN and 2nd degree BSN pre‑licensure degree, an RN to BSN, along with graduate degrees in Family Nurse Practitioner, a Post‑graduate certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health NP and our new Doctor in Nursing Practice (DNP) that started in Fall 2022. Our faculty teach on two campuses, in both Edinburg and in Brownsville. We have full simulation labs that offer state‑of‑the‑art educational opportunities for all our students. We collaborate with the other health science programs at UTRGV on interdisciplinary clinical experiences and work with hospitals throughout the entire Rio Grande Valley. UTRGV is committed to preparing its students to succeed, and seeks faculty who are prepared to help in this goal. Minimum Qualifications Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution and licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Texas prior to assuming the position. Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Unofficial MSN Transcripts (minimum requirement) and any additional degrees, if available. Unexpired Texas RN/APRN Licensure report from Texas Board of Nursing List of 3 References Letter of Interest Discipline Specific Required Qualifications None Salary Part‑time Lecturers are paid per course taught commensurate with experience and/or qualifications. The appointment is semester to semester basis and contingent upon the enrollment and scheduling needs of the School of Nursing. License or Certification Required: Yes Number of Vacancies: Varies Desired Start Date: 09/01/2026 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 05/13/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants 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. 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. 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 is therefore 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. 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. To Apply To apply, visit jeid-9328318f3d77b24185e6f4c39126cb09 #J-18808-Ljbffr