TPT - Native American Studies (SP27)

The Social Sciences Division at UNM-Valencia anticipates hiring a Temporary Part-Time Faculty member to teach one Native American Studies course at the 1000 college level in Spring 2027. This position is contingent upon the need for this course as determined by student enrollment levels and current course offerings. The position may be filled or eliminated up to the deadline for students to drop or add courses.

Located about 30 miles south of Albuquerque in rural Valencia county, The
University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus is a two-year branch campus of The
University of New Mexico which functions as a community college in the region
and is designated a Hispanic Serving Institution. With an emphasis on
teaching excellence, Valencia Campus offers academic transfer programs,
technical vocational programs, Adult Basic Education, and Dual Credit High
School/College courses to Valencia and Socorro Counties. The faculty and
staff serve a student body of approximately 2,000 students per semester. UNM
has earned the platinum-level distinction from FamilyFriendlyNM.org for its
workplace policies.

For best consideration, apply by December 1, 2026.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Master's Degree in Native American Studies (or related field)
• One-semester Native American Studies teaching experience at the post-secondary level

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Native American Studies (or related field)
• One year Native American Studies teaching experience at a community college
• One year teaching experience using Canvas
• Excellence in teaching (documented via student or supervisor evaluations)
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

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Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.