Full Time Instructor 3 Term - Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning/Software Development

Central New Mexico Community College; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Educational Benefits

Job summary

Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) seeks a full-time faculty member to teach computer science/CIS courses, develop curricula, and support student success in a diverse campus environment. The role includes service duties beyond instruction and collaboration with internal and external partners to improve graduation rates and student outcomes.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s or higher in CIS/CS/Engineering or a Bachelor's with two years related experience.

Qualifications

• Master's or higher in CIS/CS/Engineering or a Bachelor's with two years related experience.
• Ability to teach online and use current technology.
• Experience in deep learning, ML or NLP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Effectively prepare, teach, grade, and assess student learning in assigned courses.
• Create a quality learning environment for a diverse student population.
• Contribute to college service and curriculum development as required.
• Utilize technology-based resources to manage student records and course outcomes.
• Participate in professional development and collaborations with colleagues.

Skills

Deep Learning

Machine Learning

Natural Language Processing

Online Teaching Ability

Education

Master's Degree or higher in CIS/CS/Engineering

Bachelor's Degree with two years related experience

Job description

Compensation: $82,158.00 Bachelor's $85,841.00 Master's Degree $89,858.00 PhD These rates are union approved and non-negotiable. Compensation Type: Salary Employment Type: Regular Grade: E20

Position Summary

CNM faculty are vital to the College’s vision of changing lives, building community. This vision is evidenced by a commitment to teaching and learning that supports our goals of student success, increased student retention, and improved graduation rates. Faculty are responsible for providing high quality instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners so that each student may meet course outcomes and achieve their educational goals. Full-time faculty are also expected to perform college service in addition to the instructional duties listed below. This service beyond instruction is integral to the collaborative and innovative work we engage in with our internal and external community members to continuously improve the student learning experience, CNM’s organizational excellence, and the larger community’s success.

Duties & Responsibilities

Instructional Duties: Effectively prepare, teach, grade, and assess student learning in courses assigned. Create and model a quality learning environment to support a diverse student population, including students with disabilities or special learning needs. Structure classes and curriculum to correspond with program and course outcomes. Prepare, distribute and utilize instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate. Convene classes as scheduled and respond to student inquiries in a timely manner. Provide assistance to students outside the classroom through posted office hours. Incorporate, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in a variety of teaching environments. Maintain student records and provide documentation for incompletes within established College timelines. Attend in-service sessions, college/school/department meetings, and convocation, as required. Utilize a variety of technology-based resources to access and input information related to student records and college/school/department processes. Provide for the security of facilities, equipment, and instructional materials and maintain safe working conditions. Abide by all college policies and regulations. Participate in the development and review of course and program outcomes. Update and revise curriculum to maintain currency. Perform other instructional responsibilities as assigned by the Dean.

Professional Development: Regularly participate in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge in the field as well as industry credentials required by the program. maintain current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation. Participate in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies. Participate in other appropriate development activities as may be determined by the Dean.

College, School, Program/Discipline Service: Participate in school and college activities such as, but not limited to, developing new curriculum or student recruitment. Collaborate with faculty and staff from other schools/departments to promote communication, coordinate schedules, and support student success. Collaborate with high schools, universities, business and industry or external agencies as appropriate, and assist with program advisory committees as requested. Support collegiality by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (for example, mentoring, peer observations). Serve on department, school, and college committees and task teams. Participate in and assist with student activities and clubs. Participate in other activities as appropriate and approved by the dean. Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree or higher from an accredited institution in Computer Information Systems (CIS), Computer Science, Engineering, or closely related field. OR A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Computer Information Systems (CIS), Computer Science, Engineering with two (2) years directed related experience.

Preferences

• Industry or teaching experience in Deep Learning, Machine Learning or Natural Language Processing.
• Documented teaching ability in computer game design, programming, and interactive media.
• Documented experience and ability to teach online and utilize current technology.
• Previous teaching experience at community college or post-secondary level.

Best Consideration Date: 9/18/2026 Posting Close Date 9/31/2026

Additional Information At this time, employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates selected for the role are expected to relocate and establish residency within a reasonable timeframe following acceptance of the offer. Preference will be given to those who reside in New Mexico

EEO STATEMENT

As an EEO employer, Central New Mexico Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation.

Central New Mexico Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Company Overview

As the institution with the largest undergraduate student body in New Mexico, Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) provides affordable education to over 30,000 students and offers rewarding career opportunities to over 2,000 faculty and staff. Despite our large size, we still think of ourselves as the "CNM Family." Our diverse community of leadership, faculty, and staff work cohesively and collaboratively to make a positive difference in our students' lives, while always exploring ways to improve the institution. CNM staff is our most important resource for achieving our vision of Changing Lives, Building Community. For employees, this vision translates to a comprehensive benefits package that helps them thrive in the workplace and at home.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plans and Savings
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Educational Benefits

We support our staff and their families to continue their education, whether at CNM or other educational institutions, through our CNM tuition waivers and tuition reimbursement benefits.

Professional Development

Our future success depends on internally developing our employees' leadership and professional skills. CNM is committed to providing quality professional development opportunities on an ongoing basis.

CNM has consistently ranked among the top five community colleges in the country for the number of associate degrees and certificates awarded to both Hispanics and Native Americans, and consistently ranks among the top 10 for total degrees and certificates awarded.

Regardless of your role, whether you're faculty, administration, or support staff, you'll play a pivotal role in instilling students with integrity, leadership, and compassion. Qualities that bring forth capable, confident, and productive citizens who want to make a change for the better.