Lecturer II in Biology

Requisition ID: req28541
Working Title:
Lecturer II in Biology
Position Summary:
PLEASE NOTE: This position is for the UNM Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM.
The University of New Mexico-Gallup invites applications for a Lecturer II in Biology.We are one of four branch community colleges of the University of New Mexico and serve approximately 2200 students.Located in Gallup NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, UNM-Gallup is situated in the Four Corners region and near the Navajo Nation, Zuni Pueblo and Hopi Reservation. The city of Gallup has a population of 22,000 and the surrounding areas provide an abundance of outdoor recreational activities, various museums and extraordinary cultural vibrancy, while maintaining a small-town feel.
UNM-Gallup serves a hugely diverse student population with 100+ full time and part-time faculty members. We are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission offering Associate degrees, selected Bachelor's degrees, Career Technical Education certificate programs, and adult basic education (ABE/GED), workforce training and personal enrichment courses. UNM-Gallup serves multiple high school populations including McKinley Academy, Middle College High School and the Center for Career and Technical Education.
It is an exciting time to join our faculty as we are expanding our programs, engaging with our community, establishing multiple endowments and grant opportunities while hiring a substantial cohort of new faculty. Assistant Professors at UNM-G have career advancement opportunities that are outlined in the UNM Faculty Handbook and faculty union collective bargaining agreement.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach a 27-credit hour course load, per year, in the area of Biology, maintain an active service record (as defined by the UA-UNM CBA), participate in monthly Division meetings and execute other relevant duties as agreed upon in conjunction with the division chair in an annual faculty-chair agreement. In addition, the selected candidate will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through actively practicing inclusive behavior and proactively managing bias.
Campus:
Gallup
Benefits Eligble:
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.
Department:
Gallup Branch
Employment Type:
Faculty
Faculty Type:
Lecturer
Hiring Department:
Gallup Branch
Academic Location:
Gallup Branch
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.
For Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please apply by 3/16/2024. This position will remain open until filled.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Biology or a field related to Biology with at least 18 graduate semester hours in course work pertaining to Biology from an accredited institution

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching alllevels of Biology courses in two-year community colleges
• Experience teaching students with diverse socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to an open-admission community college
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

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