Temporary Biology Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Temp Parttime Faculty - Biology
Posting Number
req35603
Employment Type
Faculty
Faculty Type
Adjunct
Hiring Department
Biology Department (048A)
Academic Location
College of Arts & Sciences
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
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 Biology department at the University of New Mexico (UNM)anticipates hiring Adjunct Faculty to teach undergraduate and graduate levelcourses in the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027 Semesters.
Anticipated openings will be for Adjuncts who can teachcourses in a broad range of subject areas, including but not limited to thesubject areas covered in the following UNM courses:
BIOL 419/519: SW Field Ecology
BIOL 351: Microbiology
BIOL 302C: Genetics
BIOL 2225: Anatomy and Physiology II
Please consult the UNM Catalog for descriptions of thesecourses.
The Biology department is seeking qualified temporary parttime faculty members to teach undergraduate and/or graduate level classes invarious disciplines as specified above. Instructors are responsible for allaspects of any class they are teaching. Responsibilities will include but notbe limited to meeting with the class during assigned times, delivering thecourse curriculum, developing and grading assignments, reporting grades, andassessing student learning outcomes as outlined by the Chair of the departmentor Director of the program.
Positions are contingent upon need each semester asdetermined by student enrollment levels, courses on the current courseschedule, and demand driven by graduation requirements. Positions may be filledor eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students to drop or addcourses. Candidates who are selected for these positions will report to theChair of the Biology department.
Best ConsiderationDates
For best consideration, please apply by the following dates:
Summer 2026 semester- March 1, 2026
Fall 2026 semester- June 1, 2026
Spring 2027 - October 1, 2026
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
To teach courses as described above are determined by HigherLearning Commission's accreditation requirements for faculty, and must be metby one of these ways:
Master's Degree or higher in Biology or subfield for whichyou are applying;
Or
Master's degree or higher in a field other than Biology thatis related to the position for which you are applying;
Or
Successful completion of at least 18 graduate credit hoursin an accredited program in the discipline or subfield for which you areapplying (i.e. BA or BS degree for example).
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Two years professional experience in the specialization orsubfield
2. An earneddoctorate from an accredited institution
3. Successfulteaching experience in a post-secondary institution
4. Successfulexperience teaching courses using a variety of teaching modalities (such asFace-to-Face, Remote, and Fully Online)
5. 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 the following:• Cover Letter indicating the courses and/or disciplines in which you are interested in teaching; the days/times you are available to teach; and how your education and experience satisfies the Minimum Qualifications criteria described above.• Curriculum Vitae• The names and contact information of three professional references who can speak to your directly relevant knowledge, skills and experience. Please note: 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.To apply, please access the University of New Mexico's online application system at https://www.unm.edu/jobs and apply for posting requisition # 35603. 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. Please apply by the for best consideration date listed within the specific semester.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.
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
This posting will remain active until 3/1/2026. Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letter that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters.
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.