Biomedical Engineering Assistant Jobs in New Mexico

Assistant Professor of Pharmacy in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Posting Number
req35780
Employment Type
Faculty
Faculty Type
Tenure/Tenure-Track
Hiring Department
COP Pharmaceutical Sciences (553A)
Academic Location
College of Pharmacy
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
TheCollege of Pharmacy at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center invites applications for a full-time, 12-month tenure-track AssistantProfessor faculty position in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Weseek a highly motivated research-intensive scientist with a strong commitmentto scholarly excellence, collaborative science, teaching, and mentoring. Thesuccessful candidate will establish and sustain an externally funded researchprogram and contribute to teaching in our undergraduate (B.S.), professional(Pharm.D.), and graduate (M.S., Ph.D.) programs. Additional responsibilitiesinclude service to the Department, College, University, and broader scientificcommunity, in alignment with institutional mission and strategic priorities.
Research Environment
The UNM College of Pharmacy is consistently ranked among the top colleges of pharmacy in NIH funding and is part of a vibrant research community within the UNM Health Sciences Center-the state's largest integrated academic health complex.
Faculty benefit from extensive collaborative opportunities, including:

• Three NIH Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBREs): Metals in Biology & Medicine; Autophagy, Inflammation & Metabolism; and Brain & Behavioral Health
• An NIH-funded P42 Superfund Research Program and a P50 Health Disparities Center
• Partnerships with the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center, School of Medicine, Clinical & Translational Science Center, and Biomedical Engineering.
• External collaborations with Lovelace Biomedical and the Sandia and Los Alamos National Laboratories

The UNM campus is located in Albuquerque, a culturally rich and geographically diverse city offering a high quality of life, year-round outdoor activities, and a vibrant arts and cuisine scene.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must have:
• A Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Materials Science, Nanomedicine, or a closely related biomedical/health sciences discipline.
• A record of research productivity evidenced by peer-reviewed publications.
• Authorization to work in the United States at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Competitive candidates will demonstrate:
• An innovative and independent research vision that complements existing strengths in environmental health, drug delivery, immunotherapy, immunotoxicology, or biomedical engineering.
• Experience in translational research, interdisciplinary collaboration, or team science, especially within academic-industry partnerships.
• Evidence of ability or strong potential to obtain extramural funding.
• A strong record of peer-reviewed publication.
• Evidence of leadership and ability to contribute to a highly collaborative academic environment.
• 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 must include:1. Curriculum vitae2. Cover letter clearly describing:a) How does your research vision align with the College of Pharmacyb) How do you meet all the minimum and preferred qualificationsc) Your potential for collaboration with existing COP faculty and programs3. Two-Three page Research Plan4. Teaching Philosophy5. Names and contact information for three references
For Best Consideration
For best consideration, please apply by 2/28/2026. This position will remain open until filled.
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