OILS Temp Parttime Faculty-Spring 2026

The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center; Albuquerque (NM); Remote; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Albuquerque is seeking Temporary Part-Time Faculty to teach courses in online programs including Instructional Design and AI. Candidates should possess a Doctoral degree in a related field and demonstrate commitment to diverse cultures. Responsibilities include teaching and contributing to student experiences in the specified courses.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching project-based courses with teamwork.
• Skill in facilitating discussions on AI ethics in educational contexts.
• Ability to guide students in applying design approaches.

Responsibilities

• Teach online courses in the listed programs.
• Contribute to student learning experiences.

Skills

Experience with ADDIE and agile design models

Experience teaching online

Experience with generative AI tools

Commitment to understanding diverse cultures

Education

Doctoral degree in Instructional Design and Technology, Learning Sciences, or Education

Job description

Position Summary

The Organization, Information, and Learning Sciences (OILS) Program in the College of University Libraries & Learning Sciences seeks to hire Temporary Part-Time Faculty (TPT) to teach online courses in our graduate and undergraduate programs. The program anticipates a need for Temporary Part-Time Faculty positions for the following courses:

• OILS 543: Instructional Design
• OILS 593: Topic-Online Learning Leadership
• IADL 1112: AI for Learners: Principles, Applications, and Ethical Considerations

Responsibilities

Teach online courses in graduate and undergraduate programs as a Temporary Part-Time Faculty member and contribute to student learning experiences in the listed courses.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification

• Doctoral degree in Instructional Design and Technology, Learning Sciences, Education, or a closely related field

Preferred Qualifications

• OILS 543 - Instructional Design
  • Experience with both ADDIE and agile design models (e.g., SAM), including needs assessment/analysis, task analysis, and prototyping, and the ability to guide students in applying these approaches
  • Experience teaching client-led, project-based courses with teamwork
  • Experience teaching online and facilitating interactive synchronous sessions at the college or university level in OILS or a closely related field
  • Experience applying learning theories to instructional design practice
  • 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
• OILS 593 - Topic-Online Learning Leadership
  • Awareness of research on effective online learning
  • Experience with online learning leadership and planning
  • Knowledge of online learning frameworks and markets
  • Experience teaching online at the college or university level in OILS or a closely related field
  • 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
• IADL 1112 - AI for Learners: Principles, Applications, and Ethical Considerations
  • Ability to teach AI and machine learning concepts to all learners in clear, accessible ways
  • Experience using and critically evaluating generative AI tools for learning activities
  • Skill in facilitating discussions on AI ethics and reflective practice in educational contexts
  • Experience teaching online at the college or university level in OILS or a closely related field
  • 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

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter are required. In the Cover Letter, applicants must clearly indicate which course or courses they are applying to teach and explain how they meet the preferred qualifications for the course or courses. Applicants only need to address the qualifications for the course or courses they are applying to. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

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: This posting will remain active until 10/15/2025. Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letter that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters.

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.