Professor of Mexican American Studies, School of Interdisciplinary Programs and Community Engagement/College of Liberal Arts
Job Description
Full job description
Number of Vacancies
1
Location
Rio Grande Valley
Division/Organization
Provost - Academic Affairs
Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
FTE
1.0
Scope of Job
We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s student body as a Professor of Mexican American Studies (www.utrgv.edu/mas) beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year.
The successful applicant will contribute to Mexican American Studies through research, teaching, community engagement and service. The area of expertise within the field of Chicanx/Latinx Studies is open. Some possible areas of specialization include but are not limited to; Critical Latinx Indiigeneities, AfroLatinidad, migration studies, queer studies, visual studies, critical race studies, digital humanities, media studies, public policy and more The successful applicant will have a track-record of high-quality research and scholarship, as well as have demonstrated teaching excellence, commitment to student success, experience in mentoring undergraduate and graduate students and a strong track record of leadership and service to the department, institution, and profession as well as cultivating community engagement opportunities and social justice. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the growth and strengthening of Mexican American Studies, mentoring of junior faculty, and assist in leadership roles within Mexican American Studies.
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.
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.
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. For additional information, please visit UTRGV website.
Department Background
Mexican American Studies was founded in 1970 by students as a major in UTRGV’s legacy institution, Pan American College/University of Texas Pan American. Today, Mexican American Studies serves a majority Mexican American student population on the U.S. Mexico border and houses a major, minor, graduate certificate, and master’s as a program in the School of Interdisciplinary Studies and Community Engagement in the College of Liberal Arts. The Mexican American Studies Program is a social justice-oriented program that prepares students to work, serve and research in their communities to address and navigate the complex socio-political/historical conditions surrounding Mexican American/Chicanx/Latinx communities. MAS prepares students to be leaders and advocates in their communities and professions and to promote a just society through a variety of careers.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD or other terminal degree (EdD, MFA,) in the field of Chicanx/a/o Studies, Mexican American Studies, Latinx/a/o Studies, American Studies, or other discipline in which the candidate’s area of specialization is Chicanx/Latinx Studies. The candidate must also meet the department and institutional requirements for tenure and be eligible for the rank of full Professor in Mexican American Studies to be considered for the position.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
The area of specialization is open, but the candidate must have earned a minimum of 18 hours of graduate coursework in Chicanx/a/o Studiesand/or Latinx/a/o Studies
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to contribute to UTRGV’s mission of becoming a bicultural, bilingual and biliterate university. Experience in obtaining external funding. Experience in program leadership and development. Demonstrated commitment to community engagement, student success and the mentoring of students.
License or Certification Required?
No
Salary
Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
Desired Start Date
09/01/2025
Posting Detail Information
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
09/23/2024
Close Date
12/01/2024
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) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time, please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone number. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. 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.
Please Note
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).
Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.
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