Lecturer I or II: Welding Technology

The University of New Mexico; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Optional summer teaching compensation

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a full-time Lecturer I or II in Welding Technology to teach and engage in faculty responsibilities, including curriculum development and equipment maintenance. Candidates should have welding certification and experience. This position offers a competitive salary starting at $65,000 for a 9-month appointment, with potential for additional summer teaching. Applications must be submitted through the official site.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must have current professional welding certification.
• A minimum of three years of trades experience in welding is required.
• The preferred candidate should have an Associate degree in Welding Technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach various courses in Welding Technology.
• Maintain and repair equipment in the machine shop.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed in the welding shop.

Skills

Current professional welding certification (AWS or ASME)

Three years of trades experience in welding

Demonstrated teaching experience at a branch/community college

Experience running an industrial shop

Demonstrated commitment to diverse cultures of New Mexico

Education

Associate level degree in Welding Technology or related field

Job description

Lecturer I or II: Welding Technology

The University of New Mexico-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) invites applications for a full-time, 9‑month, Lecturer I or II faculty appointment in Welding Technology.

Full-time faculty at UNM‑LA are required to teach, engage in service, and engage in professional development activities in accordance with established workload policies. The teaching load will regularly be comprised of courses in Welding Technology such as Arc Welding I, Gas Metal Arc Welding I, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I, in addition to other introductory and intermediate‑level undergraduate welding courses. Duties will also include responsibility for maintaining and repairing equipment in the newly updated UNM‑LA machine shop, ensuring the Welding Technology curricula is up‑to‑date, maintaining a running inventory of supplies, and ordering and receiving welding supplies in a timely manner to keep classroom operations running. Additionally, this faculty member will be responsible for all safety procedures in the welding shop and for arranging for the periodic removal of scrap metal and other waste.

To meet the unique needs of our branch campus, a portion of the teaching load can be reallocated to Service or Professional Development/Activities/Scholarship or administrative duties, in consultation with the Dean and Program Coordinator.

Faculty may have the opportunity to develop courses in the faculty member’s specific areas of expertise and interest. Full‑time faculty members teach assigned day, evening, and weekend classes, in various modalities, in accordance with established guidelines and policies, as well as participate in student advising, faculty governance committees, other academic and institutional support activities, and supervisory responsibilities as assigned. All faculty members are expected to remain current in teaching best practices and transformational pedagogy, and to adhere to accepted standards for professionals in education.

Additional responsibilities may include possible supervision of internships, participating in curriculum development and revision, training and mentoring adjunct faculty, attending forums and meetings, participating in initiatives related to undergraduate research, grant‑writing, and serving on additional department and college committees and boards as requested.

Final offer is contingent upon having the ability to be on campus in Los Alamos at least three days per week. Appointment begins August 10, 2026.

SALARY

Starting salary is commensurate with degrees and experience. Contingent on funding availability, the starting base salary for 1.0 FTE is $65,000 for a 9‑month faculty position. Summer teaching may be possible and optional with additional compensation. An excellent package of benefits is provided (see: https://hr.unm.edu/benefits).

Qualifications

• Current professional welding certification (AWS or ASME)
• Three years of trades experience in welding
• Associate level degree in Welding Technology or a closely related field (preferred)
• ASW Certified Welding Inspector (preferred)
• Demonstrated teaching experience at a branch/community college or similar institution (preferred)
• Experience running an industrial shop, including equipment and inventory maintenance (preferred)
• Five years of trades experience in welding (preferred)
• Demonstrated commitment to cultivating 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 (preferred)

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a third‑party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Application: 1. Cover Letter of interest addressing how the candidate meets the required and preferred qualifications; 2. Copy of the candidate’s current resume or Curriculum Vitae; 3. Copies of university transcripts and professional certifications; 4. List of three professional references (name, title, email, phone number). The successful candidate will be required to furnish official transcripts of all college or university work before hiring can be completed. 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 11/15/2025. 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.