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Get Access To All JobsLecturer II or III in Nursing at UNM-Valencia
Posting Number req37910
Employment Type Faculty
Faculty Type Lecturer
Hiring Department Valencia Branch
Academic Location Valencia Branch
Campus Valencia
Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary
The Health Sciences Division and Program of Nursing at UNM-Valencia is accepting applications for a Lecturer II or III in Nursing at UNM-Valencia. This posting is for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track position. The position begins January 11, 2027.
Located about 30 miles south of Albuquerque in rural Valencia County, the University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus is a two-year branch community college associated with the University of New Mexico. With an emphasis on teaching excellence, Valencia Campus offers vocational and technical courses as well as academic transfer courses to the citizens of Valencia and northern Socorro counties. The faculty and staff serve a student body of approximately 2,000 each semester.
Salary: Base salary for this nine-month faculty position is $85,000. Summer teaching is possible if needed, and optional, with additional compensation. Office space and computer hardware and software will be provided, as well as an excellent package of benefits.
Summary of duties and responsibilities: Duties will include teaching the ADN program core curriculum, which includes scheduling courses and supervising labs as needed. Collects and analyzes data regarding student progress. Acts as a clinical resource and subject matter expert for the advisement of all program students. Assists in the recruitment, hiring and evaluation of faculty as well as recruiting students. Coordinates and conducts clinical training to include coordinating sites, documentation and student preparation. Collects and analyzes data regarding student progress and certification; and performs related duties as assigned. Will work with low-income, first generation, minority students, disabled students, students with diverse backgrounds, and veterans. Responsibilities also include maintaining attendance, scholastic, and student records, as well as posting and maintaining office hours, participating in college committees, curriculum development, outcomes assessment, professional development (directly related to teaching field), departmental projects, and community service.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
We will offer reimbursement for travel expenses to all candidates who are invited to UNM Valencia campus, who accept the offer of an interview, and who must incur long-distance travel expenses. The reimbursement for travel will follow UNM policy and will be no more than $1,000.
If selected for an on-campus interview, applicant must be prepared to present official transcripts and a teaching demonstration (subject matter to be announced).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN)
- Current RN license to practice Nursing in New Mexico or a valid compact license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Doctoral degree in Nursing
- One year of teaching experience at a post-secondary institution
- Experience in an ADN Nursing Program
- Strong commitment to teaching, scholarly activities and professional service
- Clinical experience within the past five years
- A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and 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 includes:
- A complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae, including a list of references (should include 3-5 references to contact).
- Copies of unofficial transcripts.
- A cover letter indicating how candidate meets minimums and preferred requirements.
- A statement that describes the candidate's teaching philosophy.
- For more information contact: Lisa Orona at (rolisa@unm.edu).
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
For best consideration, please apply by 10/2/2026. This position will remain open until filled.
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.
Lecturer II or III in Nursing at UNM-Valencia
Posting Number req37910
Employment Type Faculty
Faculty Type Lecturer
Hiring Department Valencia Branch
Academic Location Valencia Branch
Campus Valencia
Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary
The Health Sciences Division and Program of Nursing at UNM-Valencia is accepting applications for a Lecturer II or III in Nursing at UNM-Valencia. This posting is for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track position. The position begins January 11, 2027.
Located about 30 miles south of Albuquerque in rural Valencia County, the University of New Mexico-Valencia Campus is a two-year branch community college associated with the University of New Mexico. With an emphasis on teaching excellence, Valencia Campus offers vocational and technical courses as well as academic transfer courses to the citizens of Valencia and northern Socorro counties. The faculty and staff serve a student body of approximately 2,000 each semester.
Salary: Base salary for this nine-month faculty position is $85,000. Summer teaching is possible if needed, and optional, with additional compensation. Office space and computer hardware and software will be provided, as well as an excellent package of benefits.
Summary of duties and responsibilities: Duties will include teaching the ADN program core curriculum, which includes scheduling courses and supervising labs as needed. Collects and analyzes data regarding student progress. Acts as a clinical resource and subject matter expert for the advisement of all program students. Assists in the recruitment, hiring and evaluation of faculty as well as recruiting students. Coordinates and conducts clinical training to include coordinating sites, documentation and student preparation. Collects and analyzes data regarding student progress and certification; and performs related duties as assigned. Will work with low-income, first generation, minority students, disabled students, students with diverse backgrounds, and veterans. Responsibilities also include maintaining attendance, scholastic, and student records, as well as posting and maintaining office hours, participating in college committees, curriculum development, outcomes assessment, professional development (directly related to teaching field), departmental projects, and community service.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
We will offer reimbursement for travel expenses to all candidates who are invited to UNM Valencia campus, who accept the offer of an interview, and who must incur long-distance travel expenses. The reimbursement for travel will follow UNM policy and will be no more than $1,000.
If selected for an on-campus interview, applicant must be prepared to present official transcripts and a teaching demonstration (subject matter to be announced).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN)
- Current RN license to practice Nursing in New Mexico or a valid compact license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Doctoral degree in Nursing
- One year of teaching experience at a post-secondary institution
- Experience in an ADN Nursing Program
- Strong commitment to teaching, scholarly activities and professional service
- Clinical experience within the past five years
- A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and 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 includes:
- A complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae, including a list of references (should include 3-5 references to contact).
- Copies of unofficial transcripts.
- A cover letter indicating how candidate meets minimums and preferred requirements.
- A statement that describes the candidate's teaching philosophy.
- For more information contact: Lisa Orona at (rolisa@unm.edu).
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
For best consideration, please apply by 10/2/2026. This position will remain open until filled.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Or Associate Professor
Verify your institution's cap-exempt status
Many universities and affiliated research hospitals qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning USCIS can approve your petition at any time of year. Confirm this status directly with HR before accepting an offer, since it affects your start date flexibility.
Align your degree field to the advertised role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree discipline matches the professorship's subject area. A PhD in economics supporting a finance lecturer role may draw a Request for Evidence. Get written confirmation from the department chair that your field qualifies before filing.
Search employer LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter institutions by their Labor Condition Application filing history for professor-level roles. This shows which colleges have actively sponsored H-1B faculty recently, so you target employers with a real track record rather than guessing.
Request prevailing wage documentation before negotiating
Your employer must certify a wage meeting DOL prevailing wage levels on your LCA. Look up the Level II or III wage for your occupation code and metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation, so you know the compliance floor.
Submit credentials for foreign degree equivalency early
If your terminal degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before the department submits the I-129. USCIS routinely questions whether a three-year international doctorate meets U.S. equivalency standards for specialty occupation classification.
Confirm the offer covers H-1B attorney and filing fees
Federal law prohibits employers from passing certain mandatory H-1B filing fees to you as the beneficiary. Before signing your faculty offer letter, verify in writing that the institution covers I-129 filing fees, as violations can jeopardize your petition.
H-1B Visa Assistant Or Associate Professor: Frequently Asked Questions
Do assistant and associate professor jobs qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes. USCIS classifies postsecondary teaching positions as specialty occupations because they normally require at least a master's degree or the equivalent in the specific academic discipline. The O*NET profile for postsecondary teachers confirms the degree requirement, and universities routinely file H-1B petitions for faculty at both the assistant and associate level.
Can universities sponsor H-1B visas outside the annual cap and lottery?
Many can. Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research entities are cap-exempt under USCIS rules, meaning petitions they file are not subject to the 85,000-slot annual cap or the registration lottery. This lets qualifying institutions hire H-1B faculty at any point in the year, which is a significant practical advantage over for-profit employers.
How do I find colleges and universities actively sponsoring H-1B visas for faculty roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse professor-level positions at institutions with verified H-1B LCA filing history. This filters out postings from employers who have never filed for faculty roles and surfaces schools that have a real track record of sponsoring international academics, saving you time during the application process.
Does my foreign PhD count as the equivalent of a U.S. doctoral degree for H-1B purposes?
Generally yes, but USCIS requires documentation. A credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization translates your degree into U.S. equivalency terms and becomes part of the I-129 supporting evidence. A three-year international doctorate is usually accepted, but the specific institution and program matter, so get the evaluation before your employer files.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move from assistant to associate professor at the same institution?
A promotion within the same university typically requires an amended H-1B petition if the job duties, title, or wage level change materially. Your employer files an I-129 amendment with USCIS before the change takes effect. In most cases you can begin the new role while the amendment is pending, but confirm this with your institution's international office.