Temp Parttime Faculty-Psychology

The University of New Mexico; Monte Largo Hills (NM); On-site; USD 18,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking a temporary, part-time adjunct to teach psychology courses. Appointments are made per semester based on budget, enrollment, and departmental needs.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduates, preparing and grading assessments, updating materials, coordinating class activities, and maintaining student records. A commitment to diverse NM communities and university goals is expected.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following: Master’s in Psychology or subfield; or Master’s in related field; or at least 18 graduate credits in the discipline.
• Preferred: two years of professional experience in the specialization or subfield.
• Earned doctorate from an accredited institution is preferred.
• Experience teaching in a post-secondary institution is preferred.
• Experience teaching using multiple modalities (Face-to-Face, Remote, Fully Online) is preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to NM cultures and UNM mission to serve communities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate psychology courses and facilitate learning.
• Prepare, administer, and grade assignments, quizzes, exams.
• Develop and update course materials and instructional content.
• Coordinate course activities including schedules and exams.
• Maintain accurate student records and submit grades on time.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course development

Assessment & grading

Office hours & student support

Education

Master’s Degree or higher in Psychology

Master’s degree in related field

18 graduate credits in discipline

Job description

Temp Parttime Faculty-Psychology

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 Department of Psychology is seeking qualified temporary, part-time faculty. Appointments are made on a semester-by-semester basis, with positions filled based on budget availability, course enrollment, and departmental needs.

Primary Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teaching and facilitating undergraduate psychology courses.
• Preparing, administering, and grading assignments, quizzes, midterm examinations, and final examinations.
• Developing, updating, and maintaining course materials and instructional content.
• Coordinating course activities, including class schedules and examinations, as needed.
• Maintaining accurate student records and submitting grades in accordance with University policies and deadlines.
• Holding scheduled office hours and responding to student inquiries in a timely manner.
• Assessing student learning outcomes and participating in departmental assessment activities, as appropriate.
• Performing other instructional duties and responsibilities consistent with the position.

Faculty are responsible for all aspects of the courses they teach, including meeting with classes during assigned times, delivering course content, developing and grading assignments, submitting final grades, and assessing student learning outcomes as outlined by the department.

• Teaching assignments are based on departmental needs and are subject to change.

Appointment Information:

• Appointments are contingent upon departmental need each semester, as determined by student enrollment, the current course offering schedule, and instructional demand driven by graduation requirements.

For best consideration, please apply by the following priority deadlines:

• Spring 2027: November 13, 2026
• Summer 2027: April 15, 2027
• Fall 2028: June 15, 2028

Applicants interested in being considered for multiple semesters should indicate their semester preferences in their cover letter.

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:

1. Master’s Degree or higher in Psychology or subfield for which you are applying;

Or

Master’s degree or higher in a field other than Psychology that is related to the position for which you are applying;

Or

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.

For Best Consideration

This posting will remain active until 11/13/2026. 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.