PLEASE NOTE: This position is for the UNM-Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM.

The University of New Mexico Gallup Branch Nursing and Human Services Division, anticipates hiring adjunct faculty to teach face-to-face and/or online lower division courses (1000/2000 Level) in the Spring, Summer, and Fall 2027 semesters in the following potential disciplines:

Possible Courses:

•  HMSV 1120 - Interviewing Techniques
• HMSV 2215 - Adolescence Substance Abuse: Prevention and Treatment
• HMSV 2270 - Substance Abuse in Families
• HMSV 2320 - Professional Issues in Human Services
• HMSV 2998 - Substance Abuse Counseling Field Experience
• HMSV 2230 - Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling
• SOWK 2110 - Introduction to Human Services and Social Work
• HCHS 140 - Introduction to Substance Abuse
• HMSV 1110 - Group Dynamics
• FCST 1120 - Introduction to Family and Child Studies
• FCST 2130 - Marriage and Family Relationships

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 Division at UNM Gallup Branch is seeking a qualified temporary part-time faculty member 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 face-to-face with the class during assigned times that may include evenings or weekends, content delivery, assignment development, grading assignments, reporting of grades, and assessment of student learning as outlined by the division 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.

Wages:
Adjunct Faculty are currently compensated on the basis of their credentials and credit hour course loads.

Best Consideration Dates:
For best consideration please apply by these dates:
October 08, 2026 for Spring 2027 Semester
January 15, 2027 for Summer & Fall 2027 Semester

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field; or a Master’s degree and 18 graduate hours in any of those fields previously listed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree in Social Work, Human Services or related field
• One or more years college or adult teaching experience at a branch/community college or similar institution
• Clinical experiences in the area of expertise such as child welfare, mental health, public health, diabetes prevention or domestic violence etc.
• Clinical experience in area of substance abuse
• Has a license through the NM Counseling and Therapy Practice Board
• Demonstrated ability to work in groups in a collaborative atmosphere
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied culture of New Mexico and to the success of the university’s mission to serve local and global 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.