Assistant Professor of Ceramics at University of New Mexico – Gallup, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req35053

Working Title:
Assistant Professor of Ceramics

Position Summary:
PLEASENOTE: 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 invites applications for a full-timeAssistant Professor of Ceramics to begin in August 2026. We are one of fourbranch community colleges of the University of New Mexico and serveapproximately 2200 students. Located in Gallup NM, approximately 138 miles westof Albuquerque, UNM-Gallup is situated in the Four Corners region and near theNavajo Nation, Zuni Pueblo, and Hopi Reservation. The city of Gallup has apopulation of 22,000 and the surrounding areas provide an abundance of outdoorrecreational activities, various museums and extraordinary cultural vibrancy,while maintaining a small-town feel.

UNM-Gallup serves a hugely diverse student population with 100+ fulltime and part-time faculty members. We are fully accredited by the HigherLearning Commission offering Associate degrees, selected Bachelor's degrees,Career Technical Education certificate programs, and adult basic education(ABE/GED), workforce training and personal enrichment courses. UNM-Gallupserves multiple high school populations including McKinley Academy, MiddleCollege High School, and the Center for Career and Technical Education.

It is an exciting time to join our faculty as we are expanding ourprograms, engaging with our community, establishing multiple endowments, andgrant opportunities while hiring a substantial cohort of new faculty. Faculty atUNM-G have career advancement opportunities that are outlined in the UNMFaculty Handbook and faculty union collective bargaining agreement.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach 24 credits peracademic year in the area of Ceramics (4 courses in both the spring and fallsemesters, of equivalent), maintain an active scholarship/service record (asdefined by the UA-UNM CBA), participate in monthly Division meetings, andexecute other relevant duties as agreed upon in conjunction with the divisionchair in an annual faculty-chair agreement.
Campus:
Gallup

Benefits Eligble:
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.

Department:
Gallup Branch

Employment Type:
Faculty

Faculty Type:
Tenure/Tenure-Track
Hiring Department:
Gallup Branch

Academic Location:
Gallup Branch
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.
For Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please apply by 1/9/2026. This position will remain open until filled.Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters in Fine Arts degree (MFA) with an emphasis/focus on Ceramics.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching lower-level Ceramics courses
• College-level teaching experience at a branch community college or similar institution
• 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