Nursing Lecturer II/III - ADN Program Educator

University of New Mexico; Los Lunas (NM); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition remission

Dependent education programs

Job summary

The University of New Mexico-Valencia is seeking a Lecturer II or III in Nursing for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track appointment beginning January 11, 2027. You will teach the ADN core curriculum, schedule courses, supervise labs, coordinate clinical training, and analyze student progress data to support outcomes.

The position includes office space, computer hardware/software, and a comprehensive benefits package. Summer teaching is possible with additional compensation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) is required.
• Doctoral degree in Nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach ADN core curriculum and supervise labs.
• Collect and analyze data on student progress.
• Act as clinical resource and advisor for program students.
• Assist in recruitment, hiring and evaluation of faculty and students.
• Coordinate and conduct clinical training across sites.
• Maintain attendance and scholastic records; manage office hours.
• Participate in curriculum development and outcomes assessment.
• Contribute to college committees and community service.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN)

Doctoral degree in Nursing

Job description

Lecturer II or III in Nursing at UNM-Valencia

Posting Number	req37910
Employment Type	Faculty
Faculty Type	Lecturer
Hiring Department	Valencia Branch
Academic Location	Valencia Branch
Campus	Valencia
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.
Position Summary	The Health Sciences Division andProgram of Nursing at UNM-Valencia is accepting applications for a Lecturer II or III in Nursing at UNM-Valencia. Thisposting is for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track position. Theposition begins January 11, 2027. Located about 30 miles south ofAlbuquerque in rural Valencia County, the University of New Mexico-ValenciaCampus is a two-year branch community college associated with the University ofNew Mexico. With an emphasis on teaching excellence, Valencia Campus offersvocational and technical courses as well as academic transfer courses to thecitizens of Valencia and northern Socorro counties. The faculty and staff servea student body of approximately 2,000 each semester. Salary: Base salary for this nine-month facultyposition is $85,000. Summer teaching is possible if needed, and optional, withadditional compensation. Office space and computerhardware and software will be provided, as well as an excellent packageof benefits. Summaryof duties and responsibilities: Duties will include teaching the ADN programcore curriculum, which includes scheduling courses and supervising labs asneeded. Collects and analyzes data regarding student progress. Acts as aclinical resource and subject matter expert for the advisement of all programstudents. Assists in the recruitment, hiring and evaluation of faculty as wellas recruiting students. Coordinates and conducts clinical training to includecoordinating sites, documentation and student preparation. Collects andanalyzes data regarding student progress and certification; and performsrelated duties as assigned. Will work with low-income, first generation,minority students, disabled students, students with diverse backgrounds, andveterans. Responsibilities also include maintaining attendance, scholastic, andstudent records, as well as posting and maintaining office hours, participatingin college committees, curriculum development, outcomes assessment,professional development (directly related to teaching field), departmental projects,and community service. Special Instructions to Applicants: We will offerreimbursement for travel expenses to all candidates who are invited to UNMValencia campus, who accept the offer of an interview, and who must incurlong-distance travel expenses. The reimbursement for travel will follow UNMpolicy and will be no more than $1,000. Ifselected for an on-campus interview, applicant must be prepared to presentofficial transcripts and a teaching demonstration (subject matter to beannounced).
Qualifications	Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) Current RN license to practice Nursing in New Mexico or a valid compact license Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral degree in Nursing One year of teaching experience at a post-secondary institution Experience in an ADN Nursing Program Strong commitment to teaching, scholarly activities and professional service Clinical experience within the past five years A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and the success of the university’s mission to serve local and global communities
Application Instructions	Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. A complete application includes : A complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae, including a list of references (should include 3-5 references to contact). Copies of unofficial transcripts. A cover letter indicating how candidate meets minimums and preferred requirements. A statement that describes the candidate's teaching philosophy. For more information contact: Lisa Orona at ([e-mail]). 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 10/2/2026. This position will remain open until filled.
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