TPT - Physics (FA26 - SP27)

University of New Mexico; El Cerro (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for certain UNM benefits

Job summary

The University of New Mexico in El Cerro, NM is seeking applications for a temporary part-time faculty member to teach Physics courses at the 1000-2000 college level for the Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 semesters. The position is contingent upon student enrollment and current course offerings.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in Physics or a related field and experience in teaching at a post-secondary institution. Benefits may be available for adjunct faculty.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Physics, or a Master’s in a related field with 18 graduate credit hours in Physics.
• Experience teaching at a post-secondary institution.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physics courses at the 1000-2000 college level during designated semesters.

Skills

Teaching at post-secondary institution

Physics knowledge

Education

Master’s in Physics or related field

PhD, ABD, or EdD in Physics or related field

Job description

Position Summary

UNM-Valencia is accepting applications for a temporary part‑time faculty member to teach Physics courses at the 1000‑2000 college level in the Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 semester(s). Positions are contingent upon the need of each semester as determined by student enrollment levels and current course offerings.

Located about 30 miles south of Albuquerque in rural Valencia County, the University of New Mexico‑Valencia Campus is a two‑year branch campus of The University of New Mexico which functions as a community college in the region and is designated a Hispanic Serving Institution. With an emphasis on teaching excellence, Valencia Campus offers academic transfer programs, technical programs, Adult Education, and Dual Credit courses to high schools in Valencia and Socorro Counties. The faculty and staff serve a student body of over 2,000 students per semester. UNM has earned the platinum‑level distinction from FamilyFriendlyNM.org for its workplace policies.

For best consideration, please apply by:

• April 1, 2026 for Fall 2026
• October 1, 2026 for Spring 2027

Responsibilities

• Teach Physics courses at the 1000‑2000 college level in the Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 semester(s).

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s in Physics, or a Master’s in a related field and 18 graduate credit hours in Physics.
• Experience teaching at a post‑secondary institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD, ABD, or EdD in Physics or a related field.
• At least one year of successful teaching experience at a community college.
• 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.

Benefits

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

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.