Part-time Lecturer- School of Nursing

Part‑time Lecturer - School of Nursing

Job Class Code: 00052

FLSA: Exempt

Posting Number: PTFRGV
1030

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

None

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

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…