Posting Numberreq37932 Employment TypeFaculty Faculty TypeAdjunct Hiring DepartmentGallup Branch Academic LocationGallup Branch CampusGallup Benefits EligibleAdjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases. See the Benefits home page for more information. Position Summary
PLEASE NOTE: This position is for the UNM-Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM
The Nursing Program at UNMG anticipates hiring Adjunct Faculty to teach in the Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and/or Summer 2027 semesters in the Nursing Program/Nursing and Human Services (NHS) Division to teach the Lower Division Nursing Courses (1000-2000 Level), nursing clinicals, and/or nursing program pre-requisites.
The University of New Mexico established branch colleges to provide the highest quality of education for students pursuing post-secondary education at different locations throughout the state. Branch colleges respond specifically to the unique needs and multicultural backgrounds of their respective communities by offering community education programs, career and technical education including certificate and associate degree programs, and transfer programs that prepare students for upper division entry into colleges and universities.
The Nursing and Human Services (NHS) Division at UNM Gallup Branch is seeking qualified temporary part time faculty members to teach lower division classes in various courses or topics as specified above. UNM-Gallup instructors are responsible for all aspects of any class they are teaching including but not limited to meeting with the class during assigned times, content delivery, assignment development, grading assignments, reporting of grades, and assessment of student learning as outlined by the department chair.
Positions are contingent upon need each semester as determined by departmental needs, student enrollment levels, current course offering matrix, and demand driven by graduation requirements. Positions may be filled or eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students to drop or add courses. Candidates selected for these positions will report to the NHS Division Chair.
Adjunct Faculty are currently compensated on the basis of their credentials and credit hour course loads.
For best consideration, please apply by these dates:
September 18, 2026, for Fall 2026 Semester
October 23, 2026, for Spring 2027 Semester
April 2, 2027, for Summer 2027 Semester
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
To apply, please submit the following materials: 1.) An updated curriculum vitae; 2.) copy of your registered nursing license from NURSYS or the State Board of Nursing; 3.) transcript(s) sufficient to assess Minimum Qualifications; 4.) cover Letter indicating which courses and/or disciplines you are interested in teaching; the days/times you are available to teach; and how your education and experience satisfies the minimum qualifications criteria; and 5.) three (3) professional references who can speak to your directly relevant knowledge, skills and experience. Please include both email address and phone number. Each of these MUST be submitted for applicant consideration. When submitting your application materials, please ensure all attachments are provided in PDF format for optimal viewing and processing.
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.
For Best ConsiderationThis posting will remain active until . Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letter that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters.
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.
