Assistant Professor, UNM Honors College - req# 27398 - University of New Mexico

Assistant Professor, University of New Mexico Honors College with expertise in Border Studies, Environmental Science, Sustainability Studies, or Community Engaged Research

The University of New Mexico’s Honors College invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position from scholars with expertise in either Border Studies, Environmental Science, Sustainability Studies, or Community Engaged Research. This is a probationary appointment leading to a tenure decision in the University of New Mexico’s interdisciplinary Honors College. The successful candidate is expected to teach a minimum of two courses per semester, mentor undergraduate students, and conduct on-going research in one or more areas relevant to the above subjects of inquiry. The Honors College is an interdisciplinary college within the University of New Mexico (UNM) that offers unique academic opportunities to high-achieving, highly motivated undergraduate students from all other of UNM’s colleges and schools through an active learning approach. We seek faculty with a student-centered philosophy, innovative ideas, and strong mentorship skills who are engaged in creative, seminar style, experimental teaching, and who can lead undergraduates in research activities and other forms of original scholarship. In addition, applicants must demonstrate a record of on-going scholarship and strong interpersonal skills.

The University of New Mexico is the premier research university in the State of New Mexico. We are a Carnegie R1 Highest Research Activity Institution, a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution, and the only flagship university in the United States with a majority of students who are Hispanic/Latino or Native American. Learn more about our institution at: https://unmfirst.unm.edu/why-choose-us/why-unm.html.

UNM is located in Albuquerque, the largest city in New Mexico. Albuquerque is an ethnically diverse metropolitan area of over a half million residents that has been listed as one of the best small cities in the U.S. by National Geographic Traveler. The city has a rich culture and a location offering unparalleled opportunities for outdoor adventure. The University is located within one hour of Santa Fe, three hours of Taos, and within minutes of the Sandia and Manzano mountain ranges, which offer great opportunities for hiking, biking, rock climbing, skiing, and other outdoor activities. Learn more about our city at:
https://unmfirst.unm.edu/why-choose-us/why-albuquerque.html.
New Mexico is a majority minority state with a long and rich cultural heritage that prioritizes advancement, equity, and accessibility. In the 2023 legislative session, a few key bills passed that include: free school meals for all K-12 students; establishing the Native American Voting Rights Act; establishing permanent funding for land and water conservation; and expanding protections offered under the Human Rights Act. Equality New Mexico, one of our leading non-profit organizations for equal rights, further expanded that the 2023 legislative session was the most successful ever for LGBTQ issues, including bill HB7 that legally affirmed all New Mexicans protected access to reproductive and gender affirming care. The Land of Enchantment continues to welcome all who wish to call it home. To learn more about living in New Mexico, our values, and our cultures visit: https://unmfirst.unm.edu/why-choose-us/index.html.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience for junior faculty. The position is available beginning August 1, 2024. The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. UNM is a Department of Education Minority Serving Institution.

Minimum Qualifications: .

1. A record of scholarly work in one of the following fields: Border Studies; Environmental Science; Sustainability Studies; or Community Engaged Research.
2. A terminal degree in hand at time of hire.
3. Higher education/college-level teaching experience.
   
   
   

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated scholarly experience in two or more of the following fields: Border Studies; Environmental Science; Sustainability Studies; or Community Engaged Research.
   
   
2. Demonstrated experience in college-level teaching using pedagogical approaches central to the UNM Honors College (see http://honors.unm.edu/why-honors/index.html and http://honors.unm.edu/academics/index.html).
3. Demonstrated experience of interdisciplinary scholarship.
   
   
4. Interest in engaging undergraduate students with their scholarship.
5. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

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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.

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.