Assistant Professor of Ceramics

Position Summary

Full‑time Assistant Professor of Ceramics to begin in August 2026 at the University of New Mexico‑Gallup, located in Gallup NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque. UNM‑Gallup is one of four branch community colleges of the University of New Mexico and serves approximately 2,200 students in the Four Corners region and neighboring Native American reservations.

UNM‑Gallup offers Associate degrees, selected Bachelor’s degrees, Career Technical Education certificate programs, and adult basic education (ABE/GED). The campus surrounds a diverse student population and is an important academic access point for local high schools and community members.

• Teach 24 credits per academic year in Ceramics (four courses across the spring and fall semesters).

• Maintain an active scholarship/service record as defined by the UA‑UNM CBA.

• Participate in monthly Division meetings and perform other duties as agreed with the division chair in a faculty‑chair agreement.

• Masters in Fine Arts (MFA) with an emphasis on Ceramics.

• Experience teaching lower‑level Ceramics courses.
• College‑level teaching experience at a branch community college or similar institution.
• Demonstrated commitment to the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the university’s mission of serving local and global communities.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you view this posting on a third‑party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

To apply, attach the following materials to your online application in PDF format:
Letter of interest, Curriculum Vitae, graduate transcripts, teaching philosophy, and three professional references (name, title, email, phone number).

Finalists selected for an on‑campus interview will be expected to provide a teaching demonstration of approximately 20–30 minutes.

Apply by 1/9/2026. The position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Educational benefits such as tuition remission and dependent education programs are also available. See the Benefits home page for more information.

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.