Lecturer III, Director of Lower Division Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a full-time, Lecturer III (non-tenure track), Director of Lower Division Mathematics with a start date of August 10, 2026. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a closely related field by the appointment start date. As the Director of Lower Division Mathematics, the successful candidate will coordinate effort, resources, and strategies to develop and maintain a collaborative ecosystem with shared responsibility for improving student success in lower division mathematics.

For best consideration, all application materials must be received by November 1, 2025.

Who We Are:

Situated between the scenic Sandia Mountains and the Rio Grande River, the University of New Mexico (UNM) is one of the largest employers in its state, with over 11,000 employees. It is a Carnegie R1 research university and federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution. UNM is New Mexico’s flagship university and the premier research institution in the state. The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is home to 26 tenured and tenure-track faculty, nine teaching faculty, and four postdoctoral and research faculty. Our commitment is to lead the advancement of mathematical sciences and mathematics education in New Mexico, and to prepare our students for careers in industry, government, and education.

Albuquerque has a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant scientific community. The city is home to the National Hispanic Cultural Center, the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, and Sandia National Laboratories—and only a short distance from Kirtland Air Force Research Laboratory, Los Alamos National Laboratory, and numerous national parks and monuments. The city also boasts a low cost of living, beautiful sunsets, excellent hiking, delicious food, and the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta—the largest hot air balloon festival in the world.

UNM is located on the traditional homelands of the Pueblo of Sandia. The original peoples of New Mexico – Pueblo, Navajo, and Apache – maintain deep connections to this land. Learn more about our campus, our city, and why UNM is a great place to work and live:
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UNM is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Who We Want:

This leadership position—necessary to run an effective large-scale teaching operation with 10,000 students per year and about 100 courses each Fall and Spring—will require several important skills. The successful candidate will be an excellent teacher; have strong leadership, communication, and organization skills; understand what upper level STEM fields require of mathematics; and appreciate how mathematics develops critical thinking skills. In addition to teaching, key duties will include: alignment of course content, evaluation of lecturers and instructors, scheduling of lower division courses, promotion of collegial and effective collaboration, communication with key client departments (e.g. UNM’s College of Education and Human Sciences, and UNM’s Business Administration programs), and collaborating closely with department staff and UNM leadership.

What We Can Offer:

In addition to salary, the University of New Mexico offers paid parental leave, dual career placement assistance, and relocation assistance. Our excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, employee wellness programs, and tuition remission for faculty and their partners.

Application Materials:

A complete application consists of:

•  Cover letter
•  Curriculum vitae (must include names of three references)
•  Teaching Statement (1-2 pages)
•  Statement on Preferred Qualifications (2-3 pages)

The statement on preferred qualifications gives candidates an opportunity to express how they believe their perspectives and experiences align with the preferred qualifications we are looking for in our applicants.

The applicant is required to provide official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to her/his initial employment with UNM.

For best consideration, completed applications should be received by November 1, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

For inquiries about the position, contact:

·         Dr. Fletcher Christensen, Search Committee Chair: fgwchristensen@unm.edu

·         Dr. Monika Nitsche, Department Chair: nitsche@unm.edu

·         For technical or submission issues, contact Amy Hathaway: ahathawa@unm.edu

UNM is the premier research university in New Mexico, is a Carnegie Highest Research Activity Institution.  Our campus is located in the heart of Albuquerque, which has cultural, outdoor and recreational opportunities for everyone.  Learn more about our city, our welcoming campus, and research opportunities at http://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/ and  https://advance.unm.edu/why-unm/.  For more information regarding the College of Arts and Science's ambitious hiring plan, including a list of departments that are hiring faculty members with shared interests, please see this page.