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Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Posting Number
req35065
Employment Type
Faculty
Faculty Type
Tenure/Tenure-Track
Hiring Department
Gallup Branch
Academic Location
Gallup Branch
Campus
Gallup
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
PLEASE NOTE: Thisposition is for the University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus located in Gallup,NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM.
The University of NewMexico-Gallup invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor ofMathematics. We are one of four branchcommunity colleges of the University of New Mexico and serve approximately 2200students. Located in Gallup NM,approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, UNM-Gallup is situated in the FourCorners region and near the Navajo Nation, Zuni Pueblo and HopiReservation. The city of Gallup has apopulation of 22,000 and the surrounding areas provide an abundance of outdoorrecreational activities, various museums and extraordinary cultural vibrancy,while maintaining a small-town feel.
UNM-Gallup serves ahugely diverse student population with 100+ full time and part-time facultymembers. We are fully accredited by theHigher Learning Commission offering Associate degrees, selected Bachelor'sdegrees, Career Technical Education certificate programs, and adult basiceducation (ABE/GED), workforce training and personal enrichment courses. UNM-Gallup serves multiple high schoolpopulations including McKinley Academy, Middle College High School and theCenter for Career and Technical Education.
It is an exciting timeto join our faculty as we are expanding our programs, engaging with ourcommunity, establishing multiple endowments and grant opportunities whilehiring a substantial cohort of new faculty. Assistant Professors at UNM-G have career advancement opportunities thatare outlined in the UNM Faculty Handbook and faculty union collectivebargaining agreement.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach a4/4 course load in the area of mathematics and statistics, maintain an activescholarship/service record (as defined by the UA-UNM CBA), participate inmonthly Division meetings and execute other relevant duties as agreed upon inconjunction with the division chair in an annual faculty-chair agreement.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Mathematics, Statistics or a field related to Mathematics
• At least 18 graduate semester hours in course work pertaining to Mathematics from an accredited institution

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching lower-level Math and Statistics courses
• College-level teaching experience, at a branch community college or similar institution
• Experience teaching students with diverse socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Experience with online teaching platforms
• A demonstrated commitmentto cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico andto the success of the university's mission to serve local and globalcommunities

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: 1. A current curriculum vitae; 2. letter of interest specifically addressing why you would be the best candidate for the position; 3. graduate transcript(s) sufficient to assess qualifications; 4. Teaching philosophy; and 5. Three (3) professional references that includes the names and contact information. Each of these items MUST be uploaded for applicant consideration. PLEASE NOTE: When submitting your application materials, please ensure all attachments are uploaded in PDF format for optimal viewing and processing.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Finalists selected for an on-campus interview will be expected to give a teaching demonstration (approximately 20 - 30 minutes) to the division faculty on a relevant subject of their choosing.
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 1/9/2026. This position will remain open until filled.
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