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Temp Parttime Faculty - History

University of New Mexico
United States, New Mexico, Ranchos de Taos
Aug 14, 2025
Posting Numberreq34295
Employment TypeFaculty
Faculty TypeAdjunct
Hiring DepartmentTaos Branch
Academic LocationTaos Branch
CampusTaos
Benefits EligibleAdjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary

The UNM Department of Humanities invites applicants to apply for a Temporary Part-Time Faculty (Adjunct) member to teach one of the following subject areas (History) for Spring 2026. This posting is for face-to-face instruction and remote delivery of courses.

These positions will be hired on an as needed basis dependent on student enrollment, course offering matrix, and graduation requirements. The specific courses include, but are not limited to, the following:

HIST 1110 - United States History I

The primary objective of this course is to serve as an introduction to the history of the United States from the pre-colonial period to the immediate aftermath of the Civil War. The elements of this course are designed to inform students on the major events and trends that are essential in the understanding of the development of the United States within the context of world societies. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 5: Humanities.
3.000 Credit hours

Course Attributes:
College of Arts and Sciences, NMLDGECC Area 5: Humanities

HIST 1120 - United States History II

The primary objective of this course is to serve as an introduction to the history of the United States from reconstruction to the present. The elements of this course are designed to inform students on the major events and trends that are essential in the understanding of the development of the United States within the context of world societies. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 5: Humanities.
3.000 Credit hours

Course Attributes:
College of Arts and Sciences, NMLDGECC Area 5: Humanities

HIST 1150 - Western Civilization I

This course is a chronological treatment of the history of the western world from ancient times to the early modern era. The elements of this course are designed to inform students on the major events and trends that are essential in the understanding of the development of western civilization within the context of world societies. Selective attention will be given to "non-western" civilizations which impact and influence the development of "western" civilization. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 5: Humanities.
3.000 Credit hours

Course Attributes:
College of Arts and Sciences, NMLDGECC Area 5: Humanities

HIST 1160 - Western Civilization II

This course is a chronological treatment of the history of the western world from the early modern era to the present. The elements of this course are designed to inform students on the major events and trends that are essential in the understanding of the development of western civilization within the context of world societies. Selective attention will be given to "non-western" civilizations which impact and influence the development of "western" civilization. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 5: Humanities.
3.000 Credit hours

Course Attributes:
College of Arts and Sciences, NMLDGECC Area 5: Humanities, Meets UNM Area: Diversity

HIST 2110 - Survey of New Mexico History

The primary objective of this course is to serve as an introduction to the history of New Mexico from the pre-Columbian times to the present day. The elements of this course are designed to inform students on the major events and trends that are essential in the understanding of the development of New Mexico within the context of the Americas.
3.000 Credit hours

Course Attributes:
College of Arts and Sciences

We propose a base salary of $1,135.26 to $1,227.89 per credit hour depending on successful candidates' qualifications. This posting is for both face to face and remote delivery of courses.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

To teach or develop courses in the field or subfield for which you are applying are determined by Higher Learning Commission's accreditation requirements for faculty, and must be met in these ways:

  1. Master's degree in the discipline or subfield in which they are applying to teach. Applicant must have completed a program of study in the discipline or subfield in which they teach, with coursework at least one level above that of the courses being taught or developed (e.g., completed a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline or subfield in which they teach or tested experience that is determined to be equivalent to the degree).

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Successful teaching experience in a post-secondary institution, particularly a community college.
  1. Experience with learner centered instructional practices.
  2. Experience differentiating instruction for a multi-level classroom.
  3. Demonstrated experience in remote delivery of instruction.
  4. Successful experience in practice or field work (if applicable).
  5. A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understand 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.


oCV
oCover Letter.
oUnofficial graduate level transcripts will be accepted with application but we will need official graduate level transcripts if you are selected for hire.

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 ConsiderationThis posting will remain active until 9/1/2025. 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.



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