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Title Information

Faculty TitleAssistant Professor

Job Class Code10031

FLSAExempt

Position Information

Posting NumberFRGV1761

Working TitleAssistant Professor – School of Earth, Environmental and Marine Sciences / College of Sciences

Number of Vacancies1

LocationRio Grande Valley

Division/OrganizationProvost - Academic Affairs

Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position

Tenure StatusTenure Track

FTE1

Scope of Job

We seek applications for an Assistant Professor position atThe University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’sin the School of Earth, Environmental and Marine Sciences beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year.

The School of Earth, Environmental and Marine Sciences ( SEEMS ) at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley ( UTRGV ) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level to be part of a growing Ocean and Coastal Sciences research program and to contribute to the Marine Biology B.S. and Coastal, Ocean, and Earth Sciences M.S. degree programs. We are seeking candidates with teaching and research focus in one of three areas: (1) ocean productivity (plankton ecology, HABs, wind-tidal flats, seagrasses, coastal marshes, blue carbon,); or (2) fish ecology/ fisheries; or (3) marine ecosystems services valuation who will complement and expand our existing research areas. We are especially interested in candidates that can make use of the abundant, under-studied natural laboratories of the region like the Laguna Madre and are interested in interdisciplinary collaborations within the School.

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 our web site:https://www.utrgv.edu/seems/

Department/CollegeBackground

UTRGV is a Hispanic-serving institution that emphasizes student success and seeks candidates with strong experience in teaching and a commitment to enhancing undergraduate education and diversity. The School of Earth, Environmental, and Marine Sciences ( SEEMS ) consists of a diverse faculty with a wide range of expertise in the Earth, environmental, and marine sciences. Students pursuing degrees within SEEMS enjoy learning and research opportunities within and beyond the classroom. All degree programs directly engage students in the discovery process and take full advantage of the unique and exciting human-natural systems of the Lower Rio Grande Valley at the intersection of tropical climatic divides and South Texas’ coastal, estuarine, and marine ecosystems.

Part of UTRGV’s expansion is the new ocean and coastal sciences research facility in Port Isabel, Texas, adjacent to South Padre Island ( SPI ), a popular tourist beach destination. The facilities at Port Isabel expand on the existing Coastal Studies Lab and public aquarium on SPI , an interdisciplinary coastal field station with active research, education and outreach programs. SEEMS has a fleet of inshore and offshore vessels and scientific diving program.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess an earned terminal degree (Ph.D.) in a marine discipline or related field represented in SEEMS . The successful candidate will have demonstrated abilities in teaching and research.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

Post-doctoral experience

Preferred Qualifications

It is desirable that the candidate value interdisciplinary approaches to problem solving and advocate for interdisciplinary collaboration and integrated science.

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 Date10/15/2024

Close Date03/01/2025

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

Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone. 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.

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/45083

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

• Unofficial Transcripts

• List of 3 References

• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Teaching Philosophy

• Writing / Publication Sample

• Reference Letter 1

• Reference Letter 2

• Reference Letter 3

• Multi Media

• Certifications and Licenses

• Training Certificates

• Other Document

• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

• Unofficial Transcripts 2

• Unofficial Transcripts 3