Temp Parttime Faculty-MHA Program SPA

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility for certain UNM benefits

Job summary

A higher education institution seeks an Adjunct Faculty for the MHA Program in Albuquerque. This role involves teaching graduate-level courses in various healthcare disciplines. Candidates should possess at least a Master's Degree in a related field and teaching experience. The position is part-time and contingent upon student enrollment. Applications are encouraged before specified deadlines for optimal consideration.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher in the discipline or subfield for which you are applying.
• Two years professional experience in the specialization or subfield.
• Successful teaching experience in a post-secondary institution.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate level courses in the MHA program.
• Deliver course curriculum and assess student learning outcomes.
• Develop and grade assignments.

Skills

Teaching experience

Expertise in healthcare administration

Cultural competence

Education

Master’s Degree or higher in related field

Job description

Temp Parttime Faculty-MHA Program SPA

Posting Number: req33928

Employment Type: Faculty

Faculty Type: Adjunct

Hiring Department: School of Public Administration (390A)

Academic Location: College of Arts & Sciences

Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligible: Adjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

The School of Public Administration at the University of New Mexico (UNM) anticipates hiring MHA Adjunct Faculty to teach graduate level courses in the Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 semesters.

Anticipated openings will be for Adjuncts who can teach courses in a broad range of subject areas in the MHA program, including but not limited to the subject areas covered in the following UNM courses:

• Hospital and Clinic Administration
• Healthcare Management
• Healthcare Ethics
• Disability and Public Policy
• Healthcare Quality Management
• Behavioral Health Policy
• Healthcare Payment Systems
• Healthcare Information Technology
• Healthcare Finance
• Healthcare Administration
• Cultural Competence and Healthcare Administration
• Global Health

The School of Public Administration is seeking qualified temporary part time faculty members to teach graduate level classes in various disciplines as specified above. Instructors are responsible for all aspects of any class they are teaching. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to meeting with the class during assigned times, delivering the course curriculum, developing and grading assignments, reporting grades, and assessing student learning outcomes as outlined by the Director of the School of Public Administration.

Positions are contingent upon need each semester as determined by student enrollment levels, courses on the current course schedule, and demand driven by graduation requirements. Positions may be filled or eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students to drop or add courses. Candidates who are selected for the positions will report to the Director of the School of Public Administration.

Best Consideration Dates

For best consideration, please apply by the following dates:

Spring 2026 semester – November 15,2025

Summer 2026 semester – March 15, 2026

Please note: Qualified applicants may be evaluated for potential interviews by the hiring official as new openings become available throughout the time period covered by this posting.

Please apply by for best consideration date listed within the specific semester.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: To teach courses as described above are determined by Higher Learning Commission’s accreditation requirements for faculty, and must be met by one of these ways:

• Master’s Degree or higher in the discipline or subfield for which you are applying.
• Master’s degree or higher in a field other than in the discipline or subfield that is related to the position for which you are applying.
• Successful completion of at least 18 graduate credit hours in an accredited program in the discipline or subfield for which you are applying (i.e. BA or BS degree for example).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years professional experience in the specialization or subfield.
• An earned doctorate from an accredited institution.
• Successful teaching experience in a post-secondary institution.
• Successful experience teaching courses using a variety of teaching modalities (such as Face-to-Face, Remote, and Fully Online).
• 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 complete application consists of the following:

• Cover Letter indicating the courses and/or disciplines in which you are interested in teaching; the days/times you are available to teach; and how your education and experience satisfy the Minimum Qualifications criteria described above.
• Current/Updated Curriculum Vitae.
• The names and contact information of three professional references who can speak to your direct relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

Please note: Qualified applicants may be evaluated for potential interviews by the hiring official as new openings become available throughout the period covered by this posting.

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.

Please apply by for best consideration date listed within the specific semester.

For Best Consideration

This posting will remain active until 11/15/2025. 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.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.html

EEO 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.