University of New Mexico·Los Lunas, New Mexico
The primary responsibility is to teach temporary, part-time Chicano/a Studies courses at the UNM-Valencia Campus for the Fall 2026 semester. This involves delivering instruction at a two-year branch campus that functions as a community college.
TPT - Chicano/a Studies (FA26) Posting Numberreq36084 Employment TypeFaculty Faculty TypeAdjunct Hiring DepartmentValencia Branch Academic LocationValencia Branch CampusValencia Benefits EligibleAdjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases. See the Benefits home page for more information.
The UNM-Valencia Campus is seeking candidates for temporary, part-time faculty to teach Chicano/a Studies courses. This will be a Fall 2026 recruitment. Located about 30 miles south of Albuquerque in rural Valencia county, the University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus is a two-year branch campus of the University of New Mexico which functions as a community college in the region and is designated a Hispanic Serving Institution. With an emphasis on teaching excellence, Valencia Campus offers academic transfer programs, technical vocational programs, Adult Education, and Dual Credit High School/College courses to Valencia and Socorro. Best Consideration Dates For best consideration please apply by these dates: April 1, 2026 for Fall 2026
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Chicano/a Studies or related field
At least one year of experience teaching at a post-secondary institution Experience and/or certification to teach online 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. Include a cover letter, CV, and transcripts. 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 4/1/2026. 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.
The minimum qualification requires a Master’s degree in Chicano/a Studies or a related field. Preferred qualifications include at least one year of post-secondary teaching experience and experience or certification for teaching online.
Market context
In New Mexico, Chicano/a Studies openings are typically niche academic roles tied to course offerings, enrollment needs, and program staffing. These positions can be competitive because a master’s degree in Chicano/a Studies or a related field is required, and candidates with post-secondary teaching experience or online teaching credentials may stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant teaching and subject-matter experience.