Visiting Assistant Professor - Mechanical Engineering

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering to teach in undergraduate and graduate programs. The position involves delivering high-quality instruction, mentoring students, and engaging in scholarly activities that serve the college and university community.

Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related field and at least three years of teaching experience with expertise in

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience, along with demonstrated expertise in thermal-fluid sciences.
• The successful candidate will be prepared to teach in the Mechanical Engineering undergraduate and graduate programs. This appointment can be extended for an additional year upon successful completion of the semester.

Responsibilities

• The Department of Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) occasionally has the need to hire non-tenure track, visiting faculty to teach in its Bachelors/Masters of Mechanical Engineering program.
• Responsibilities include delivering quality instruction in the program, advising students, and participating in scholarship activities serving the college, university or local community as needed.

Job description

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

Edinburg: [phone]
Brownsville: [phone]
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

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

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

Visiting Assistant Professor - Mechanical Engineering

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

About UTRGV :

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 ( UTRGV ) 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.
For additional information, please visit UTRGV website .

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 from 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.

Title Information

Faculty Title

Faculty Title Visiting Asst Professor

Job Class Code

Job Class Code 00033

Job Code

Job Code F

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

FTE

FTE 1.0

Scope of Job

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley ( UTRGV ) occasionally has the need to hire non-tenure track, visiting faculty to teach in its Bachelors/Masters of Mechanical Engineering program. Responsibilities include delivering quality instruction in the program, advising students, and participating in scholarship activities serving the college, university or local community as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Minimum 3 years of teaching experience, along with demonstrated expertise in thermal-fluid sciences.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

The successful candidate will be prepared to teach in the Mechanical Engineering undergraduate and graduate programs. This appointment can be extended for an additional year upon successful completion of the semester.

Preferred Qualification

Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience

License or Certification Required?

License or Certification Required? No

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

01/15/2027

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

10/26/2026

Security sensitive: All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview.

All positions are subject to budget approval.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP