The Sustainability Studies Program in the Geography and Environmental Studies department at the University of New Mexico (UNM) anticipates hiring Adjunct Faculty to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in the Fall 2023, Spring 2024, and Summer 2024 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:

• SUST 1134: Introduction to Sustainability Studies (Creating a Sustainable Future: Introduction to Environmental, Social, and Economic Health)
• SUST 434: Synthesis of Sustainability Perspectives and Innovations
• SUST 384: Heritage Farming Practicum
• SUST 334: Environmental Justice Practicum

Please consult the UNM Catalog for descriptions of these courses.

The Sustainability Studies Program in the Geography and Environmental Studies department 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 or Director of the program. 

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 Director of the Sustainability Studies Program.

For best consideration, please apply by the following dates:

Fall 2023 semester – July 15, 2023

Spring 2024 semester – November 15, 2023

Summer 2024 semester – March 15, 2024