Open Rank - Lecturer II or III - Chemistry

Role details

Open Rank - Lecturer II or III - Chemistry ----------------------------------------------

Posting Number

req37949

Employment Type

Faculty

Faculty Type

Lecturer

Hiring Department

Chemistry Department (889A)

Academic Location

College of Arts & Sciences

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligible

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a full time, 9-month appointment at the rank of Open Rank Lecturer II or III to begin August 02, 2027. The department seeks to hire a Lecturer with knowledge and experience teaching any of the department’s undergraduate courses in the areas of general, analytical, inorganic, organic, chemical biology, or physical chemistry. Graduate teaching is a possibility, depending on the Lecturer’s areas of specialty and department need.

In addition, the successful candidate will be teaching in accordance with the Departmental Workload Policy per Spring and Fall Semester, which may include coordinating student assistants, and participation in department service. All Lecturers are reviewed annually. Workload is determined by University policies and Unit 1 Departmental Workload Policies and may include courses for both majors and non-majors.

To apply, please access the University of New Mexico’s online application system at https://www.unm.edu/jobs and apply for posting requisition #req37949. Only applications submitted through this website can be considered.

Applicants should pay extra attention to the “Special Instructions to Applicants,” which details the required elements that must accompany the application.

A complete application consists of:

• Cover Letter describing the applicant’s qualifications as they relate to the minimum and preferred

criteria

• Current Curriculum Vitae (please include email address and telephone number)
• Teaching and Mentoring Statement limited to two pages, to include teaching and mentoring

philosophy and experience

• List of three professional references including email and phone number

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification/transcript of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

For best consideration, all required application materials must be received by 11/11/2026. We will only consider complete applications. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair Diana Habel-Rodriguez [email protected] and department chair Terefe Habteyes [email protected]. The University of New Mexico is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

UNM is the premier research university in New Mexico, is a Carnegie Highest Research Activity Institution. Our campus is located in the heart of Albuquerque, which has cultural, outdoor and recreational opportunities for everyone. Learn more about our city, our welcoming campus, and research opportunities at http://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/ and https://advance.unm.edu/why-unm/. For more information regarding the College of Arts and Science's ambitious hiring plan, including a list of departments that are hiring faculty members with shared interests, please see this page.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree (Lecturer II) or Ph.D. (Lecturer III) in Chemistry or related field completed by June 1,

2027.

• Minimum of at least four semesters of teaching experience in chemistry or related field at an academic

institution of higher education. Experience may include Teaching Assistantships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated strength in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels, as evidenced by

Teaching and Mentoring Statement and CV

• Experience with introductory chemistry courses and/or large enrollment courses, as evidenced by

Teaching and Mentoring Statement and CV

• Ability to engage students from various educational backgrounds at the undergraduate and/or

graduate levels, including majors and non-majors, as evidenced by Teaching and Mentoring Statement

• Ability to contribute to service in the department, as evidenced the Cover Letter or CV
• 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 evidenced from CV, Teaching and Mentoring statement, and/or Cover Letter

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: • Cover Letter describing the applicant’s qualifications as they relate to the minimum and preferred criteria • Current Curriculum Vitae (please include email address and telephone number) • Teaching and Mentoring Statement limited to two pages, to include teaching and mentoring philosophy and experience • List of three professional references including email and phone number

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

For best consideration, please apply by 11/11/2026. This position will remain open until filled.

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.