Temporary Part-Time Faculty, EMS Academy

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligibility for certain UNM benefits

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking Temporary Part-Time Faculty for the EMS Academy. The role involves teaching, proctoring, and curriculum development for Emergency Medical Services courses, ensuring high standards of education compliance.

Candidates must have at least a HS Diploma or GED, with preferred qualifications in teaching experience, and a current New Mexico Paramedic License. The University values diverse cultures and aims to create a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Emergency Medical Services.
• Current New Mexico Paramedic License preferred.
• Strong commitment to cultural understanding.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach EMS content in various settings.
• Support EMS education through lectures and testing.
• Mentoring and supervising students in assigned courses.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Mentoring

EMS Experience

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Bachelors/Baccalaureate or Masters Degree

Job description

Temporary Part-Time Faculty, EMS Academy

Position Summary

University of New Mexico, School of Medicine, Department of Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services Academy – Temporary Part‑time Faculty.

EMS Temporary Part‑time Faculty serve several roles:

• EMS Proctors: Prepare and teach the EMS Academy prescribed content in the laboratory, clinical, or classroom setting under the supervision of the course Instructor Coordinator, or Primary Faculty member. These EMS proctors support EMS education through lectures, testing, lab proctoring, and/or clinical site instruction, in compliance with the EMS Academy and UNM requirements and standards.
• EMS Instructors: Prepare and teach the EMS Academy‑prescribed content in an assigned course as the "Instructor Coordinator" (primary instructor) for a class or student cohort. Responsibilities include course preparation, grading, student mentoring, supervising proctors, distance education, simulation, and all manner of education for the assigned course, in compliance with the EMS Academy and UNM requirements and standards.
• Adjunct Lecturers: Prepare and teach content as the primary faculty member for an assigned course or cohort. Responsibilities include curriculum development, grading, student mentoring, supervising proctors, distance education, simulation, and all manner of education for the assigned course, in compliance with the EMS Academy and UNM requirements and standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: HS Diploma or GED and demonstrated experience relating to the role/s sought to fill.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current New Mexico Paramedic License
    Preferred for EMS Proctor and EMS Instructor
  • Current National Registry Paramedic Certification
    Preferred for EMS Proctor and EMS Instructor
  • Years of related EMS experience
    Preferred: EMS Proctor – 2 years, EMS Instructor – 3 years, EMS Adjunct Lecturer – 4 years
  • Current UNM EMS Academy I/C credential and affiliation
    Preferred for EMS Instructor
  • Bachelors/Baccalaureate or Masters Degree
    Preferred for Adjunct Lecturer
  • Commitment to cultivate an understanding of the diverse cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

Benefits

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

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.

A complete application consists of: resume, uploaded verification of HS Diploma or GED, and verification of demonstrated experience relating to the role sought to fill. Please address all minimum and preferred qualifications in the application materials. For additional information, please email [e-mail].

Best Consideration

For best consideration, please apply by 6/26/2026. This position will remain open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.