Temp Parttime Faculty: Sociology

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 1,563,576; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for certain UNM benefits

Job summary

A public university in New Mexico seeks Temp Parttime Faculty to teach Sociology courses online and in-person. Candidates must have a Master's Degree in Sociology or a related field and must demonstrate strong teaching skills and experience. The role involves course delivery, grading, and engaging with students. Competitive compensation is offered at $1,135.26 per credit hour. Apply by March 15, 2026, for upcoming semesters.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher required.
• Experience in teaching at the university level preferred.
• Ability to engage with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classes online and face-to-face.
• Assess student learning and report grades.
• Adapt course materials to meet diverse needs.

Skills

Successful teaching experience in a post-secondary institution

Online teaching experience

Commitment to diverse cultures

Education

Master’s Degree in Sociology or related field

Terminal degree (Ph.D., MFA, etc.)

Job description

Temp Parttime Faculty: Sociology

Position Summary

UNM‑Los Alamos anticipates hiring Temporary Part‑Time faculty to teach online and/or face‑to‑face Sociology courses at the 1000 or 2000 level. This is a continuous recruitment beginning in the Summer 2026 semester. Positions are contingent upon the need of each semester as determined by student enrollment levels and current course offering. Positions may be filled or eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students to drop or add courses. Applicants hired from this requisition will be considered for the next requisition.

Anticipated openings include the following subjects: Intro to Sociology; Sociology of Deviance; The Dynamics of Prejudice.

UNM‑Los Alamos is a two‑year branch campus of the University of New Mexico located approximately 90 miles northwest of Albuquerque. UNM‑Los Alamos emphasizes teaching excellence and offers academic transfer courses, as well as vocational and technical courses to the citizens of Los Alamos County and northern New Mexico.

UNM‑Los Alamos is seeking qualified temporary part‑time faculty members to teach lower division classes in various disciplines as specified above. UNM‑LA instructors are responsible for all aspects of any class they are teaching including but not limited to meeting with the class during assigned times, content delivery, assignment development, grading assignments, reporting of grades, and assessment of student learning as outlined by the Program Coordinator. Strong preference is given to candidates who reside in New Mexico. Classes may be offered online or in person, depending on circumstances.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Department Coordinator overseeing this curriculum area. Ensuring all aspects of teaching and assessment are completed in a timely manner. Engaging with students in both online and in‑person formats. Adapting course delivery to meet diverse learning needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in the discipline or subfield for which you are applying, OR
• A master’s degree or higher in a discipline other than that for which you are applying, and successful completion of at least 18 graduate credit hours in an accredited program in the discipline or subfield for which you are applying.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful teaching experience in a post‑secondary institution.
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivating 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.
• Online teaching experience.
• Terminal degree in the discipline or subfield (Ph.D., MFA, etc.).
• New Mexico residence.

Benefits

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

Compensation

Adjunct Faculty at the UNM‑Los Alamos campus are currently compensated at the rate of $1,135.26 per credit hour.

Application Instructions

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

In order for your application to be considered, please submit all of the following materials in UNMJobs at https://unmjobs.unm.edu:

• All unofficial academic transcripts.
• Resume or CV. Please include the names and contact information of three professional references.
• Letter of Application that explains: a) how your credentials and experience meet the minimum and preferred qualifications listed in this posting; b) your teaching philosophy; and c) your availability to teach face‑to‑face and/or online classes.

For best consideration please apply by this date: March 15, 2026 – for Summer and Fall Semesters 2026; September 15, 2026 – for Spring Semester 2027.

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 3/15/2026. 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.