Assistant Professor SPA at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req34782

Working Title:
Assistant Professor SPA

Position Summary:
The School of Public Administration at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin in August 2026. This is a full-time, tenure-track position. Applicants must have a doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent terminal degree) in public administration, public affairs, or related field by August 1, 2026. For best consideration, all application materials must be received by 01/02/2026.

Applicants must demonstrate evidence of scholarly excellence and potential for successful research and teaching. The new faculty member will primarily teach courses for students in the Master of Public Administration program, including core and required graduate courses and supervise master's students. Course topics include human resources, personnel management, representative bureaucracy, and equal opportunity in public or nonprofit sectors. The successful candidate will also be able to teach and conduct research across these areas of interest. Preferred qualifications will be given to applicants who can demonstrate the ability to conduct research and teach in these areas. Other teaching and research areas may include public or nonprofit service delivery and implementation, community development, and tribal governance. There may also be opportunities to teach in other undergraduate and graduate programs.
Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

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:
School of Public Administration (390A)

Employment Type:
Faculty

Faculty Type:
Tenure/Tenure-Track
Hiring Department:
College of Arts & Sciences

Academic Location:
School of Public Administration (390A)
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 1/1/2026. This position will remain open until filled.Minimum:

1. A doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent terminal degree) in public administration, public affairs, or related field by August 2026.

Preferred:

1. Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in public administration or related fields.
2. Demonstrated strong potential for publishing research and scholarship in public administration, public affairs or related fields.
3. Specialization in human resources, personnel, representative bureaucracy, and equal opportunity in public or nonprofit sectors.
4. Specialization in public or nonprofit service delivery and implementation, community development, or tribal governance.
5. 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.