Open Rank Lecturer in Mathematics

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Tuition remission for faculty and his/

Paid parental leave

Job summary

The University of New Mexico invites applications for a full-time Open Rank Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. The position begins August 2, 2027 and requires a master’s degree in mathematics or a closely related field, plus at least three years of college‑level teaching experience.

The Lecturer will teach according to the workload policy, with possible reduced load for course coordination.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (or PhD) in mathematics or a closely related field by appointment date.
• 3+ years of college-level teaching experience.
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence and student success.

Responsibilities

• Teach lower-division mathematics courses including calculus.
• Contribute to course coordination and workload planning.
• Collaborate with department faculty to support student learning and success.

Skills

Excellent teaching

Collaboration & communication

Course coordination

Education

Master's degree or PhD in mathematics or related field

Job description

Job Details

Posting Number: req38035

Employment Type: Faculty

Faculty Type: Open Rank

Hiring Department: Mathematics Statistics (869A)

Academic Location: College of Arts & Sciences

Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a full-time, Open Rank Lecturer (non-tenure track), with a start date of August 2, 2027. Applicants must have a master's degree in mathematics or a closely related field and at least 3 years of college-level teaching experience by the appointment start date. The Lecturer will teach per the department's workload policy in place at the time including a reduced load should the opportunity arise to coordinate courses. The position will remain open until filled.

Who We Are

Who We Are: The University of New Mexico (UNM) lies between the Sandia Mountains and the Rio Grande River. With over 11,000 employees, UNM is one of the largest employers in the State. It is both a Carnegie R1 research university and a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution. UNM is New Mexico's flagship university and premier research institution. The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is home to 26 tenured and tenure-track faculty, nine teaching faculty, and four postdoctoral and research faculty. Our commitment is to advance the mathematical sciences and mathematics education in New Mexico, and to prepare our students for careers in industry, government, and education.

Albuquerque

Albuquerque has a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant scientific community. It is home to the National Hispanic Cultural Center, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Sandia National Laboratories, and Kirtland Air Force Research Laboratory. The city is 100 miles from Los Alamos National Laboratory, and the state boasts numerous national parks and monuments. Albuquerque has a low cost of living, beautiful sunsets, varied hiking, and excellent restaurants. The annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the largest hot-air balloon festival in the world.

Location

UNM is located on the traditional homelands of the Pueblo of Sandia. The original peoples of New Mexico - Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache - maintain deep connections to this land. Learn more about our campus, our city, and why UNM is a great place to work and live: https://advance.unm.edu/why-unm/ https://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/

What We Offer

UNM offers paid parental leave, dual career placement assistance, and relocation assistance. Our excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, employee wellness programs, and tuition remission for faculty and their partners.

Benefits Eligibility

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.

Contact

For inquiries about the position, please contact: Dr. Sarah Percival, Search Committee Chair: [e-mail] Dr. Monika Nitsche, Department Chair: [e-mail] Amy Hathaway, Department Administrator: [e-mail] (for technical or submission issues)

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be an excellent teacher able to communicate and collaborate with Department faculty and staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master's degree for Lecturer 2 or a PhD for Lecturer 3 in mathematics or a related discipline by appointment date
2. 3+ years of experience as an instructor at the college level

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Excellence in and commitment to teaching.
2. Experience teaching a variety of lower-division courses, including calculus.
3. Literacy in modern student-centered pedagogical methods and innovations.
4. Awareness of challenges faced by students and demonstrated commitment to student success in lower-division mathematics.
5. Collaboration and communication skills.
6. Shows potential for successful course coordination.
7. 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.

Diversity Statement

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.