Title Information Faculty TitleAssistant Professor Job Class Code10031 FLSAExempt Position Information Posting NumberFRGV1780 Working TitleOpen-Rank Position in Philosophy (Bioethics)/College of Liberal Arts Number of Vacancies1 LocationRio Grande Valley Division/OrganizationProvost - Academic Affairs Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position Tenure StatusTenure Track FTE1.0 Scope of Job We seek applicants who are dedicated to servingThe University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’sstudent body as a Assistant, Associate, or Professor of Philosophy beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year. AOS : Bioethics, Philosophy of Medicine, or closely related field. AOC : Open. Successful candidates will demonstrate the interest and ability to lead faculty from Philosophy, the School of Medicine, the School of Nursing, the School of Social Work, and the College of Health Professions to grow our department’sMS in Bioethics (https://utrgv.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2024-2025/graduate-catalog/graduate-academic-programs-by-college/college-of-liberal-arts/department-of-philosophy/bioethics-ms-online-program/) by working across disciplinary lines, seeking grant-funding, and recruiting graduate students. Candidates should have the qualifications to teach in-person as well as online courses for the MS, which include but are not limited to: Theories of Bioethics and Health Care; Ethics in Biomedical Research; Methods of Inquiry in Bioethics; Health Law and Policy; Philosophy of Medicine; Human Rights, Justice, and Health; Bioethics and the Border; etc. Candidates whose research also engages with the messiness of the actual world—e.g., social and political factors in healthcare such as gender and socioeconomic status, environmental factors and their justice implications, practical ethics for healthcare workers, legal aspects of bioethics, issues related to AI and new technologies, etc.—are especially welcome. Since the Philosophy department embraces UTRGV’s vision of becoming a B3 (Bilingual, Bicultural, & Biliterate) University to better serve our 90% Hispanic or Latino student body, we welcome candidates to show how their experience, work, or teaching might support these priorities by engaging with issues of importance to the Rio Grande Valley, the U.S./Mexico border, or culturally and linguistically minoritized communities more generally. Successful candidates will demonstrate research potential consistent with UTRGV’s strategic plan to become an R1 institution. 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) . Minimum Qualifications · Assistant Professor – Ph.D. in Philosophy, Bioethics, Healthcare Ethics, or closely related field from an accredited university is required prior to the Fall 2025 start date. ABDs will be considered, but a conferred doctorate by August 31st, 2025 is required for appointment. Must present evidence of active research and scholarship that includes (forthcoming) peer-reviewed publications; potential to effectively teach at the undergraduate graduate; and potential to obtain external grant funding. · Applicants at the rank of Associate Professor must have a sustained record of high-quality research and scholarship evidenced by conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications; experience teaching and mentoring students effectively; success in obtaining external grant funding. To be appointed at the rank of associate professor in the program, candidates must meet the department and institutional requirements for tenure. · Applicants at the rank of Professor must have scholarly professional experience demonstrated through an exemplary record of peer-reviewed publications, external funding, and a distinguished record of accomplishments that have led to a national reputation in the applicant’s area of expertise. To be appointed at the rank of full professor in the program, candidates must meet the department and institutional requirements for tenure. Discipline Specific Required Qualifications Preferred Qualifications License or Certification Required?No SalaryCommensurate with Qualifications and Experience Desired Start Date09/01/2025 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 Date12/17/2024 Close Date01/19/2025 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. Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/45404 Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Writing / Publication Sample + Curriculum Vitae + List of 3 References + Letter of Interest + Unofficial Graduate Transcripts + Teaching Statement + Research Statement Optional Documents + Reference Letter 1 + Reference Letter 2 + Reference Letter 3 + Certifications and Licenses