political science instructor

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Number of Vacancies</b></div> <div>1</div>
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<div><div><b>Location</b></div> <div>Rio Grande Valley, Texas</div>
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<div><div><b>Division/Organization</b></div> <div>Provost - Academic Affairs</div>
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<div><div><b>Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Tenure Status</b></div> <div>Non Tenure Track</div>
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<div><div><b>FTE</b></div> <div>1.0</div>
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<div><div><b>Scope of Job</b></div>
<div><div>The School of Political Science, Public Affairs, Legal and Security Studies (PPLSS) at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track faculty member to begin on September 1, 2026. This position will be primarily assigned to teach undergraduate core curriculum courses at a UTRGV Collegiate High School in Edinburg and/or another UTRGV campus. The UTRGV Edinburg Collegiate High School provides academically talented students in 11th and 12th grades the opportunity to earn dual credit while beginning academic study that will lead towards the completion of a baccalaureate degree. All courses follow the same curriculum and assessment guidelines as other UTRGV courses taught in this discipline. All academic and institutional policies governing instruction, assessment, grading, confidentiality, mandated reporting, and departmental participation apply to courses taught as part of this program.<br>
</div><div>Faculty hired to teach collegiate high school courses may be required to participate in supplemental training focused on working with high school-aged college students. Trainings may include but are not limited to: Effective teaching methods for working with high school-aged college students; maintaining student engagement with coursework; and, safety protocols and best practices for working with high school-aged college students.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
About </b><b>UTRGV</b><b>:</b></div><div>
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.<br>
</div><div>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.<br>
</div><div>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 <b>UTRGV</b><b> website</b>.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
College/School Background</b></div><div>
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The School of Political Science, Public Affairs, Legal and Security Studies (PPLSS) has a faculty consisting of 35 full-time and 11 part-time faculty. The school has approximately 5,000 students enrolled each semester. In fall 2025, it has approximately 360 political science majors, 160 political science minors, 400 legal studies minors, 20 public affairs minors, 22 global security minors, 80 public affairs graduate students, and 25 political science graduate students. UTRGV was recently designated an RU 2 doctoral granting institution by the Carnegie Foundation with aspirations to become an R1 in the future.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<div>1). <b>M.A. in political science, government</b>, politics, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education. 2). Demonstrated teaching excellence in political science and government, or demonstrated potential for teaching excellence in these areas. 3). Willingness to learn UTRGV&rsquo;s online platform (Brightspace) and to teach in a variety of formats to include classroom, hybrid, and online courses.</div>
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<div><div><b>Discipline Specific Required Qualifications</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
<div>1)<b> </b>Ph.D. in political science, government, politics, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education. 2) Demonstrated experience in teaching students with varying abilities.</div>
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<div><div><b>License or Certification Required?</b></div> <div>No</div>
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<div><div><b>Salary</b></div> <div>Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience</div>
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<div><div><b>Desired Start Date</b></div> <div>09/01/2026</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Detail Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>EEO Statement</b></div>
<div>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.</div>
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<div><div><b>Open Date</b></div> <div>11/10/2025</div>
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<div><div><b>Close Date</b></div> <div>12/08/2025</div>
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<div><div><b>Additional Information</b></div>
<div>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 &sect;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.</div>
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<div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div>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.</div>
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<div><div><b>Please Note</b></div>
<div><div>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).</div><div>
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Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

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Middlesex University Dubai

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<br><div><div><h5 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Front Office Executive (with Marketing Support for Admissions)</b><b>
</b></h5><b>About the Role: </b>Shri Ramswaroop Memorial Public School is seeking a well-presented, confident, and proactive Front Office Executive who will manage front desk operations and also support basic marketing activities for school admissions. The role requires good communication skills and a positive attitude.
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<b>Key Responsibilities:
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<b>Front Office Management:</b>
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<ul><li>Welcome and assist parents, students, visitors, and staff courteously.
</li><li>Manage incoming calls, maintain records, and provide accurate information.
</li><li>Maintain visitor logs and ensure systematic front desk operations.
</li><li>Handle inquiries and guide parents/students to the concerned departments.
</li><li>Support administrative tasks such as filing, documentation, and maintaining records.
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<b> Marketing &amp; Admission Support:
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<ul><li>Assist parents in admission and enrollment queries.
</li><li>Support marketing and promotional activities related to admissions.
</li><li>Coordinate school events, admission campaigns, and outreach activities.
</li><li>Help prepare marketing materials and follow up with admission leads.
</li><li>Provide basic counseling to prospective parents regarding school facilities and admission procedures.
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<ul><li>Excellent communication &amp; interpersonal skills
</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel)
</li><li>Pleasant and professional personality
</li><li>Ability to multitask and work in a school environment
</li><li>Willingness to assist in marketing and admission tasks
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<b>Qualification:
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<ul><li>Minimum Graduation
</li><li>Freshers are welcome
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<b>Salary:</b>
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Negotiable
<p>Experience : Freshers are welcome</p>
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<p>No. of Positions : N/A</p></div></div><p></p>

Front Office Executive (with Marketing Support for Admissions)

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