Temporary Part-time Faculty of Pediatrics, Occupational Therapy

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

UNM benefits may be available

Diverse workforce commitment

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is looking for temporary part-time adjunct faculty for the Occupational Therapy Graduate Program. The position involves teaching in various areas including community occupational therapy and evidence based practice, starting from Summer 2026 through Spring 2027.

Qualified candidates will have an Entry Level Degree in Occupational Therapy and be licensed in New Mexico. The role encourages a commitment to cultural understanding while providing a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in New Mexico by start date.
• Experience with problem based learning.
• Clinical or teaching experiences in relevant areas.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in occupational therapy.
• Participate in problem based learning activities.
• Engage with students in community and leadership aspects.

Skills

University level teaching experience

Commitment to cultural understanding

Education

Entry Level Degree in Occupational Therapy

Master's degree in occupational therapy or a related field

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Number: req36955

Employment Type: Faculty

Faculty Type: Adjunct

Hiring Department: Pediatrics Occupational Therapy (497I)

Academic Location: School of Medicine

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 UNM Occupational Therapy Graduate Program at the University of New Mexico anticipates hiring temporary part time adjunct faculty to teach courses or problem based learning in the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Spring 2027. Anticipated openings potentially include the following subject areas among others:

• Problem based learning in orthopedic, neurological or pediatric occupational therapy
• Leadership and advocacy in occupational therapy
• Community occupational therapy
• Neurological and orthopedics occupational therapy
• Evidence based practice
• Psychosocial occupational therapy
• Research in occupational therapy
• Positions are contingent upon each semester as determined by current course offerings.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Entry Level Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in New Mexico by start date

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with university level teaching
• Master's degree in occupational therapy or a related field
• Teaching or clinical experience in needed content areas
• Experience with problem based learning
• 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 a cover letter indicating clinical areas of expertise, teaching experiences, problem based learning experiences, a curriculum vitae that supports the cover letter, and the names and contact information for 3 professional references. 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.

For best consideration, applications must be received by 6/26/2026 for Summer 2026 or Fall 2026 semester and 11/2/2026 for Spring 2027 semester; however, positions will remain open until filled. Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letters that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters.

This position is subject to criminal records screening in accordance with New Mexico law and clearance by the New Mexico Department of Health is required as a condition of employment.

Equal 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.