Description
Scope of job
The School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (SMSS) at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) invites applications for one tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mathematics Education, to begin in Fall 2026, based on the Brownsville campus.
We seek candidates with strong research potential in any area of Mathematics Education.
Successful candidates will be expected to develop and maintain a productive, independent research program that has the potential to attract extramural funding, actively contribute to departmental and programmatic growth, and demonstrate excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Faculty in these positions are also expected to contribute to the academic and local community through mentorship, collaboration, and service consistent with the mission of UTRGV.
We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving the UTRGV’s student body as an Assistant Professor of the SMSS beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year.
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 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.
The School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (SMSS) at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) comprises over 40 tenured and tenure-track faculty actively engaged in research across pure and applied mathematics, statistics, and mathematics education. SMSS includes eight tenure-track and tenured faculty members actively engaged in K–16 mathematics education research. New faculty will find rich opportunities for collaboration with colleagues in both mathematics education and mathematics across SMSS and the broader UTRGV community. The School offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs with concentrations that include Mathematics, Statistics, and Math Teaching. The School also offers a Ph.D. in Mathematics and Statistics with Interdisciplinary Applications. Overall, SMSS has over 100 graduate students and around 280 undergraduate majors. With a strong focus on graduate education and high-quality research, SMSS plays an integral role in advancing the University’s goal of attaining Carnegie R1 status. For additional information, please visit the SMSS webpage.
SMSS is a multi-campus unit, with faculty and programs located in Edinburg and Brownsville; this position is based on the Brownsville campus.
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.
How to apply
Complete applications should be submitted online by following the link below:
Applications should be received by January 19, 2026, to receive full consideration. Evaluations of applicants will begin on January 20, 2026, and continue until the positions are filled.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Mathematics Education or in a closely related area from an accredited university, with at least 18 graduate credit hours in mathematics. Ph.D. candidates will be considered, but the degree should be awarded no later than the proposed starting date.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications:
- Strong background in Mathematics content.
- Demonstrated potential for independent research and scholarly productivity in Mathematics Education.
- Demonstrated potential for effective teaching and mentoring of students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in Mathematics Education.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Postdoctoral research experience demonstrating continued scholarly development.
- Evidence of an active and productive research program with a record of, or clear potential for, publication in high-quality journals.
- Demonstrated potential to secure extramural research funding.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching and ability to use technology, innovative pedagogy, or evidence-based instructional practices to enhance student learning.
