The Biology department at the University of New Mexico anticipates hiring Adjunct Faculty to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027 Semesters. Anticipated openings will be for Adjuncts who can teach courses in a broad range of subject areas, including but not limited to:
• BIOL 4195: SW Field Ecology • BIOL 351: Microbiology • BIOL 302C: Genetics • BIOL 2225: Anatomy and Physiology I
Please consult the UNM Catalog for descriptions of these courses.
The Biology department is seeking qualified temporary, part-time faculty members to teach undergraduate and/or graduate level classes in various disciplines as specified above. Instructors are responsible for all aspects of any class they are teaching. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• Meeting with the class during assigned times • Delivering the course curriculum • Developing and grading assignments • Reporting grades and assessing student learning outcomes as outlined by the Chair of the department or Director of the program.
Positions are contingent upon need, each semester as determined by student enrollment levels, courses on the current course schedule, and demand driven by graduation requirements. Positions may be filled or eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students to drop or add courses.
Candidates who are selected for these positions will report to the Chair of the Biology department.
Best Consideration Dates
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
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