Lecturer II or III in Nursing at UNM-Valencia in Valencia, New Mexico at University of New Mexico

Lecturer II or III in Nursing at UNM-ValenciaPosting Number req37910
Employment Type Faculty
Faculty Type Lecturer
Hiring Department Valencia Branch
Academic Location Valencia Branch
Campus: Valencia
Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary

The Health Sciences Division andProgram of Nursing at UNM-Valencia is accepting applications for a Lecturer II or III in Nursing at UNM-Valencia. Thisposting is for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track position. Theposition begins January 11, 2027.

Located about 30 miles south ofAlbuquerque in rural Valencia County, the University of New Mexico-ValenciaCampus is a two-year branch community college associated with the University ofNew Mexico. With an emphasis on teaching excellence, Valencia Campus offersvocational and technical courses as well as academic transfer courses to thecitizens of Valencia and northern Socorro counties. The faculty and staff servea student body of approximately 2,000 each semester.

Salary : Base salary for this nine-month facultyposition is $85,000. Summer teaching is possible if needed, and optional, withadditional compensation. Office space and computerhardware and software will be provided, as well as an excellent packageof benefits.

Summaryof duties and responsibilities: Duties will include teaching the ADN programcore curriculum, which includes scheduling courses and supervising labs asneeded. Collects and analyzes data regarding student progress. Acts as aclinical resource and subject matter expert for the advisement of all programstudents. Assists in the recruitment, hiring and evaluation of faculty as wellas recruiting students. Coordinates and conducts clinical training to includecoordinating sites, documentation and student preparation. Collects andanalyzes data regarding student progress and certification; and performsrelated duties as assigned. Will work with low-income, first generation,minority students, disabled students, students with diverse backgrounds, andveterans. Responsibilities also include maintaining attendance, scholastic, andstudent records, as well as posting and maintaining office hours, participatingin college committees, curriculum development, outcomes assessment,professional development (directly related to teaching field), departmental projects,and community service.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

We will offerreimbursement for travel expenses to all candidates who are invited to UNMValencia campus, who accept the offer of an interview, and who must incurlong-distance travel expenses. The reimbursement for travel will follow UNMpolicy and will be no more than $1,000.

Ifselected for an on-campus interview, applicant must be prepared to presentofficial transcripts and a teaching demonstration (subject matter to beannounced).

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Nursing (MSN)
• Current RN license to practice Nursing in New Mexico or a valid compact license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Nursing
• One year of teaching experience at a post-secondary institution
• Experience in an ADN Nursing Program
• Strong commitment to teaching, scholarly activities and professional service
• Clinical experience within the past five years
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and the success of the universitys mission to serve local and global communities

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.

A complete application includes :

A complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae, including a list of references (should include 3-5 references to contact).

Copies of unofficial transcripts.

A cover letter indicating how candidate meets minimums and preferred requirements.

A statement that describes the candidate's teaching philosophy.

For more information contact: Lisa Orona at ( rolisa@unm.edu ).

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 Consideration For best consideration, please apply by 10/2/2026. This position will remain open until filled.

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.