Temp Parttime Faculty - Physics and Astronomy

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of New Mexico (UNM) anticipates hiring Adjunct Faculty to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in the Spring 2026, Summer 2026, and Fall 2026 Semesters. Anticipated openings will be for Adjuncts who can teach courses in a broad range of subject areas, including but not limited to the subject areas covered in the following UNM courses: ASTR 1115 Intro Astronomy ASTR 1115L Intro Astronomy Lab PHYS 1115 Survey of Physics PHYS 1120 Intro to Applied Physics PHYS 1230 Algebra-Based Physics I PHYS 1231 Prob Algebra-Based Physics I PHYS 1240 Algebra-Based Physics II PHYS 1241 Prob Algebra-Based Physics II PHYS 1310 Calculus-Based Physics I PHYS 1311 Prob Calculus-Based Physics I Please consult the UNM Catalog for descriptions of these courses. Well-qualified candidates may also be considered for higher-level classes. The Department of Physics and Astronomy 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. 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 Department of Physics and Astronomy. Best Consideration Dates For best consideration, please apply by the following dates: Spring 2026 semester – October 15, 2025 Summer 2026 semester – March 15, 2026 Fall 2026 semester – June 1, 2026