Psychology Jobs in New Mexico

Assistant Professor of Psychology - Valencia Campus

Posting Number req35103

Employment Type Faculty

Faculty Type Tenure/Tenure-Track

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 University of New Mexico, Valencia Campus is accepting applications for Assistant Professor of Psychology position, which is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position. The position begins August 10, 2026. For best consideration, all application documents must be received by February 16, 2026, however, the positions will remain open until filled.

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. 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 2,500 each semester.

UNM offers a robust benefits package, access to resources, and perks from discounted event tickets to tuition remission. We foster a work-life balance through our employee wellness programs, paid parental leave and more. UNM has earned the platinum-level distinction for its workplace policies by Family Friendly New Mexico.

Salary

Base salary for the position is $57,000. An excellent package of benefits is provided. Summer teaching is possible and optional with additional compensation.

Summary of duties and responsibilities:

Provide 24 credit hours of classroom instruction across the academic year (fall and spring semesters). Responsibilities include maintaining attendance, scholastic, and student records, as well as posting and maintaining office hours as per UNM Valencia Campus policy. Also, there is expected participation in college committee, curriculum development initiatives, outcomes assessment, professional development (directly related to teaching field), classroom technology training, departmental projects, and other areas of service and scholarship as appropriate.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

If selected for an interview, applicant should be prepared to present a teaching demonstration (subject matter to be announced and based on the candidate’s area of expertise).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- Doctoral degree in Psychology.
- At least one year of experience teaching Psychology courses at the post-secondary level, to include Introduction to Psychology.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Demonstrated excellence in teaching a wide range of psychology courses.
- At least one year of experience teaching Psychology courses at a two-year or community college, to include Introduction to Psychology.
- Evidence of commitment to service and professional development.
- Experience teaching in a variety of modalities, such as online or hybrid/blended courses.
- Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of current teaching methodologies in active learning.

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.

A complete application includes:
- A complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae/resume, including degrees earned, courses taught, credentials/certifications earned, work/industry experience, campus service work, and scholarly work;
- Unofficial transcripts of graduate degrees;
- A cover letter explaining how candidate meets minimum and preferred qualifications;
- A statement that describes the candidate's teaching philosophy and methodology;
- Documentation of teaching excellence to include two course, peer, and/or supervisor evaluations.
- A list of 3-5 references with contact information (will be contacted if the candidate becomes a finalist for the position).

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 2/16/2026. 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.