Graduate Teaching Assistant - EECE

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant for the College of Engineering and Computer Science. This role involves assisting faculty members in teaching and requires candidates to maintain good academic standing.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree and be enrolled in a graduate degree program. The position is part-time, maximum twenty hours per week, offering a flexible schedule that accommodates academic commitments.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to a graduate degree program.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher appropriate to the area of service.
• Be registered full-time for the respective semester.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty member in teaching duties.
• Perform duties that vary based on courses assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher appropriate to the area of service

Admission to a graduate degree program

Good academic standing

Registration for required semester credit hours

Job description

Office Location

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

Office Hours

Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Contact Numbers

Edinburg: (956) 665‑2451
Brownsville: (956) 882‑8205

Faculty Recruitment

College of Engineering & Computer Science: [e-mail]

Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: [e-mail]

Position

Graduate Teaching Assistant – EECE

Posting Number

A1257

Location

Edinburg, Texas

College

College of Engineering and Computer Science

Department

College of Engineering and Computer Science / Electrical and Computer Engineering

Division

Provost – Academic Affairs

FTE

0.5

Scope of Job

Maximum appointment is limited to twenty (20) hours per week (50% FTE).

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

The Graduate Teaching Assistant position is available to graduate students assigned to a specific faculty member who is assisting in their teaching duties. Duties will vary depending on the courses assigned, or other creative aspects.

Preferred Qualifications

Salary commensurate with experience.

Number of Vacancies

Multiple

Desired Start Date

06/01/2026

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be admitted to a graduate degree program.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher appropriate to the area of service.
• Be registered full-time for the respective semester – nine (9) semester credit hours in the fall semester, nine (9) semester credit hours in the spring semester, or three (3) semester credit hours in the summer session, or be registered in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements of the degree plan.

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

05/28/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted via the UTRGV application portal at https://careers.utrgv.edu. 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. A Criminal Background Check must be conducted for all applicants.