Graduate Teaching Assistant - Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Edinburg is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant in Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering. This role involves assisting faculty members with teaching duties and various course-specific tasks. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field and be admitted to a graduate program.

This position offers a part-time commitment of a maximum of 20 hours per week, ensuring a flexible work-life balance for graduate students. Applications are accepted via the UTRGV portal.

Qualifications

• Admitted to a graduate program.
• Good academic standing.
• Registered full-time with required semester credit hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist the assigned faculty member with teaching duties.
• Support course-specific tasks and creative aspects as required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering

Office Location:
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, 1201 W. University Drive, MASS Building 2nd Floor, Edinburg, TX 78539
Human Resources Office: [phone] (Edinburg), [phone] (Brownsville)

Office Hours: Monday‑Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Application Process

All applications must be submitted via the UTRGV application portal at https://careers.utrgv.edu. A criminal background check is required for all applicants.

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Position Summary

Graduate Teaching Assistant assigned to a faculty member within the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Duties vary based on the courses assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assist the assigned faculty member with teaching duties.
• Support course-specific tasks and creative aspects as required.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Admitted to a graduate program.
2. Good academic standing.
3. Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
4. Registered full‑time: nine semester credit hours in fall or spring, three in summer, or enough hours to fulfill remaining degree requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Salary commensurate with experience.

Employment Details

• Posting Number: A1259
• FTE: 0.5 (maximum 20 hours per week)
• Location: Edinburg, Texas
• College: College of Engineering and Computer Science
• Department: Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering
• Division: Provost – Academic Affairs
• Number of Vacancies: Multiple
• Desired Start Date: 06/01/2026
• Open Date: 04/17/2026

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 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University is committed to compliance with all government requirements and ensuring non‑discrimination in its educational programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions

All applications must be submitted via the UTRGV application portal at https://careers.utrgv.edu. If you are applying for the first time, complete all biographical information including address, email, and phone. You may update this information at any time by editing your profile in the application. A criminal background check must be conducted for all applicants.

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