Assistant Professor of Psychology - Valencia Campus at University of New Mexico – Los Lunas, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req35103

Working Title:
Assistant Professor of Psychology - Valencia Campus

Position Summary:
The University of New Mexico, Valencia Campus is acceptingapplications for Assistant Professor of Psychology position, which is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position. Theposition begins August 10, 2026. Forbest consideration, all application documents must be received by March 30,2026, however, the positions will remain open until filled.

Located about 30 miles south of Albuquerque in rural Valencia County, theUniversity of New Mexico-Valencia Campus is a two-year branch campus of theUniversity of New Mexico. With an emphasis on teaching excellence, ValenciaCampus offers vocational and technical courses as well as academic transfercourses to the citizens of Valencia and northern Socorro counties. The facultyand staff serve a student body of approximately 2,500 each semester.

UNM offers a robust benefits package, access to resources,and perks from discounted event tickets to tuition remission. We foster awork-life balance through our employee wellness programs, paid parental leaveand more. UNM has earned the platinum-level distinction for its workplacepolicies by Family Friendly New Mexico.

Salary: Basesalary for the position is $57,000. An excellent package of benefits isprovided. Summer teaching is possible and optional with additionalcompensation.

Summary of duties and responsibilities: Provide 24 credit hours of classroom instruction across theacademic year (fall and spring semesters). Responsibilities include maintainingattendance, scholastic, and student records, as well as posting and maintainingoffice hours as per UNM Valencia Campus policy. Also, there is expectedparticipation in college committee, curriculum development initiatives,outcomes assessment, professional development (directly related to teachingfield), classroom technology training, departmental projects, and other areasof service and scholarship as appropriate.

Special Instructionsto Applicants: If selected for an interview, applicant shouldbe prepared to present a teaching demonstration (subject matter to be announcedand based on the candidate's area of expertise).
Campus:
Valencia

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:
Valencia Branch

Employment Type:
Faculty

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

Academic Location:
Valencia 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 3/30/2026. This position will remain open until filled.Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Psychology.
• At least one year of experience teaching Psychology courses at the post-secondary level, to include Introduction to Psychology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching a wide range of psychology courses.
• At least one year of experience teaching Psychology courses at a two-year or community college, to include Introduction to Psychology.
• Evidence of commitment to service and professional development.
• Experience teaching in a variety of modalities, such as online or hybrid/blended courses.
• Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of current teaching methodologies in active learning.
  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