Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Practice (Open Rank) - Civil Engineering

Title Information

Faculty TitleProfessor of Practice

Job Class Code10017

FLSAExempt

Position Information

Posting NumberFRGV2082

Working TitleAssistant/Associate/Full Professor of Practice (Open Rank) - Civil Engineering

Number of Vacancies3

LocationBrownsville, Texas

Division/OrganizationProvost - Academic Affairs

Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position3 years

Tenure StatusNon Tenure Track

FTE1

Scope of Job

The Department of Civil Engineering at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley ( UTRGV ) invites applications for an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Practice position (open rank) beginning Fall 2027 to support our expanding programs and growing student body.

This position is part of a strategic initiative to extend UTRGV’s full four-year Civil Engineering curriculum to the Brownsville campus starting in the 2027–2028 academic year. Having previously delivered lower-division coursework and expanded into third-year courses in Fall 2026, the department is now completing its goal of offering a complete, four-year program in Brownsville. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading this campus expansion and will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses across multiple civil engineering disciplines at the Brownsville campus.

Additional responsibilities include academic advising and student mentoring, supporting outreach and recruitment efforts, and building strong collaborative partnerships with local schools, community colleges, and industry leaders. Candidates should demonstrate industry experience, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a commitment to practical, application-oriented teaching. Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Professional Land Surveyor ( RPLS ) licensure is strongly preferred.

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 (https://www.utrgv.edu/index.htm) .

Department Background:

The UTRGV Department of Civil Engineering currently serves over 850 undergraduate and graduate students through its ABET -accredited Bachelor of Science ( BSCE ) and Master of Science ( MSCE ) degree programs. Backed by a dedicated faculty of more than 20 full-time members, the department delivers a comprehensive curriculum spanning Structural, Geotechnical, Transportation, Water Resources and Environmental Engineering, and Construction Management.

The department fosters an active, hands-on learning environment with strong student engagement in professional organizations, including the American Society of Civil Engineers ( ASCE ) and the Texas Society of Professional Engineers ( TSPE ). Faculty members lead impactful, externally funded research in sustainable infrastructure, smart cities, climate resilience, and advanced construction materials, offering students valuable opportunities to address real-world engineering challenges. To learn more about our department, please visit the UTRGV Civil Engineering Website athttp://www.utrgv.edu/cive/.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must possess a minimum of a master’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Candidates should have a minimum of three (3) years of university- or college-level teaching experience in an ABET accredited engineering program, or at least five (5) years of professional civil engineering industry practice. Applicants should demonstrate a strong connection between academic teaching and professional practice, showing the ability to integrate real-world engineering experience into classroom instruction. Candidates must also exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills, a commitment to high-quality undergraduate education, and the ability to mentor and advise students effectively. Candidates at the rank of Associate of Full Professor in Practice must provide evidence of leadership experience appropriate to that level.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence by effectively incorporating practical, real-world industry experience into their courses. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate civil engineering courses across multiple sub-disciplines, including but not limited to land surveying, construction materials, structural analysis/design, water resources, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation, and construction engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

A Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Professional Land Surveyor ( RPLS ) license is highly desirable. Candidates with significant practical industry experience and a strong record of effective teaching will be given preference. Applicants with a broad technical background and the ability to integrate emerging technologies into teaching and learning across the civil engineering curriculum are especially encouraged to apply. Experience with innovative instructional methods, such as experiential learning, project-based education, or technology-enhanced instruction, is advantageous. UTRGV is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, distinguished by its high percentage of Hispanic students and its strong commitment to bilingual and culturally responsive education.

License or Certification Required?No

SalaryCommensurate with Qualifications and Experience

Desired Start Date09/01/2027

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 Date10/21/2026

Close Date02/15/2027

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

All applications must be submitted via the UTRGV application portal athttps://careers.utrgv.edu. 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. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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.

Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/52886

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae

• List of 3 References

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• Teaching Philosophy

• Certifications and Licenses