Temp Part-Time Faculty in Sciences

University of New Mexico • Gallup, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of New Mexico-Gallup Branch, Math, Business, Science, and Technology Division is seeking qualified temporary part-time faculty members to teach lower division classes in various science disciplines. These positions are for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. UNM Gallup is a two-year branch campus dedicated to providing high-quality education and responding to the unique needs of its community. Instructors will be responsible for all aspects of their courses, including face-to-face instruction, content delivery, assignment development, grading, and student learning assessment. Positions are contingent upon semester-specific needs determined by student enrollment and demand. Candidates selected will report to the division chair.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in the discipline or subfield for which you are applying.
• A master’s degree or higher in a discipline other than that for which you are applying, and successful completion of at least 18 graduate credit hours in an accredited program in the discipline or subfield for which you are applying.
• An updated curriculum vitae.
• Transcript(s) sufficient to assess minimum qualifications.
• Cover Letter indicating which discipline(s) you are interested in teaching, the days/times you are available to teach, and how your education satisfies the minimum qualifications criteria.
• Three professional references and their contact information (phone number and/or email address).
• Official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

Nice To Haves

• PhD, ABD, or EdD in disciple or subfield for which you are applying.
• At least one year of successful teaching experience at the community college level.
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university’s mission to serve local and global communities.

Responsibilities

• Teach face-to-face and/or develop lower division courses (1000 - 2000 level).
• Meet face-to-face with the class during assigned times that may include evenings or weekends.
• Deliver course content.
• Develop assignments.
• Grade assignments.
• Report grades.
• Assess student learning as outlined by the division chair.

Benefits

• Adjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level