Part-Time Lecturer in Health

Part‑Time Lecturer in Health & Biomedical Sciences (CoHP)

Job Class Code: 00052
FLSA: Exempt
Posting Number: PTFRGV
1055
Location: Rio Grande Valley, Texas
Division/Organization: Division of Health Affairs
Appointment Period for Non‑Tenure Position:
Tenure Status: Non Tenure Track

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 Lecturer of the Department of Health and Biomedical Sciences beginning in the  academic year.

• At least a master’s degree in biomedical sciences or a related field of study or an MD degree from an accredited institution.

• Commitment to outstanding teaching in the BMED Program, in biomedical sciences courses (both foundational and advanced).
• Responsibility to participate in student mentoring, advising, guided research experiences, curriculum development and assessment of student learning outcomes.

• No preferred qualifications listed.

• Part‑time lecturer positions are paid per course taught, commensurate with experience and/or qualifications, with a cap of 9 credits per semester.

• Number of Vacancies:
  Open
• Desired
  
  Start Date:
  
  09/01/2026
• Open Date: 07/06/2026

• Position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley; work is performed primarily in a general office environment.
• Position is security sensitive and subject to provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215.
• Retirement plan:
  Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) for positions at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. Option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS for positions at 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
• 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).

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 governmental 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.