PhD - Research Assistant - Computer Science

Location

Edinburg, Texas

College

College of Engineering and Computer Science

Department

College of Engineering and Computer Science / Computer Science

Division

Provost - Academic Affairs

FTE

.5

Scope of Job

Maximum appointment is limited to twenty (20) hours per week (50% FTE) during the Fall and Spring semesters.

Discipline Specific Required Qualifications

The Research Assistant assistantship award is available to doctoral students who are assigned to a specific faculty member who is conducting research or a scholarly endeavor. Duties will vary depending on the project and assigned research/scholarly functions, or other creative aspects.

Preferred Qualifications

Salary

Commensurate with experience.

Number of Vacancies

Multiple

Desired Start Date

09/01/2026

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

08/13/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted via the UTRGV application portal at https://careers.utrgv.edu.
If you are applying for the first time, please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application.A Criminal Background Check must be conducted for all applicants.