Assistant Professor College of Sciences​/School of Mathematical and Statistical Science

Assistant Professor in the College of Sciences / School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences / Edinburg
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Posting Details Title Information Faculty Title Assistant Professor
Job Class Code 10031
FLSA Exempt

Position Information Posting Number FRGV
1930
Working Title Assistant Professor in the College of Sciences / School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences / Edinburg

Number of Vacancies 1
Location Edinburg, Texas
Division/Organization Provost – Academic Affairs
Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position
Tenure Status Tenure Track
FTE 1

The School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (SMSS) at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) invites applications for one tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mathematics, to begin in Fall 2026, based on the Edinburg campus. We seek candidates with strong research potential in any area of Mathematics. Successful candidates will be expected to develop and maintain a productive, independent research program that has the potential to attract extramural funding, actively contribute to departmental and programmatic growth, and demonstrate excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Faculty in these positions are also expected to strengthen and complement the School’s Ph.D. program and to contribute to the academic and local community through mentorship, collaboration, and service consistent with the mission of UTRGV. We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s student body as an Assistant Professor of the School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences beginning in the  academic year.

Ph.D. in Mathematics from an accredited institution (earned by the start date of the appointment).
Discipline Specific

Required Qualifications:

Demonstrated potential for independent research and scholarly productivity in Mathematics. Demonstrated potential for effective teaching and mentoring of students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in Mathematics.

Postdoctoral research experience demonstrating continued scholarly development.
Evidence of an active and productive research program with a record of, or clear potential for, publication in high-quality journals.
Demonstrated potential to secure extramural research funding.
Demonstrated effectiveness in using technology, innovative pedagogy, or evidence-based instructional practices to enhance student learning.
License or Certification Required? No
Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
Desired Start Date 09/01/2026

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley