Open Rank Assistant/Associate Prof. History

The University Of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research university located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is seeking an Open Rank Assistant or Associate Professor in Native American History. Candidates must possess a PhD in History and demonstrate a commitment to teaching and mentoring students. The role includes teaching and supporting diverse students in a vibrant academic environment. The ideal candidate will contribute to a strong department with a focus on Native American studies and local community engagement.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Educational benefits through tuition remission

Qualifications

• PhD must be awarded by the date of appointment.
• Significant training and focus in Native American history.
• Commitment to supporting local and global communities.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Native American history.
• Mentor PhD and master's students in a graduate program.
• Engage in various courses in the History Department.

Skills

Record of publication in Native American History

University-level teaching experience

Mentoring experience

Ability to build relationships with Native communities

Commitment to cultivating understanding of New Mexico cultures

Education

PhD in History or a related discipline

Job description

Open Rank Assistant/Associate Prof. History

The University of New Mexico invites applications for an Open Rank Assistant or Associate Professor in Native American History with an anticipated start date of August 2026.

Posting details and department information:

• Posting Number: req34202
• Employment Type: Faculty
• Faculty Type: Open Rank
• Hiring Department: History Department (687A)
• Academic Location: College of Arts & Sciences
• Campus: Main – Albuquerque, NM
• 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.

Position Summary

The University of New Mexico seeks applications for an Open Rank Assistant or Associate Professor in the History of Native America with an anticipated start date of August 2026. The History Department features strong interconnected teaching and graduate programs on the U.S. West, United States, and Latin America. UNM is a member of the Newberry Consortium in American Indian Studies (NCAIS). The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Native American history and mentor PhD and master’s students in a graduate program with a long tradition of training scholars in the field. Duties include teaching various courses in the program per semester. The candidate will hold a PhD in History or a related discipline with significant training in Native American history, which must be awarded by the date of appointment.

Required documents

• Cover letter detailing qualifications related to minimum and preferred criteria (e.g., research agenda, teaching experience, and other relevant professional experience) and listing three references with contact information.
• Curriculum vitae (include an email address and telephone number).
• Article-length writing sample of scholarly work.
• Sample syllabus for an upper-division undergraduate course and a list of courses the candidate has taught or is prepared to teach.
• Teaching evaluations, if available.
• Official transcript.
• References will be contacted only for candidates who advance to a semifinalist list.

Instructions for Applicants

• Candidates should include an e-mail address for contact and place the candidate name at the top of each page submitted.
• Materials must be submitted electronically at UNMJobs and uploaded to reference posting number 34198.
• For best consideration, all application materials must be received by November 1, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.
• Applicants appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide official certification of degree completion prior to employment.
• Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair Samuel Truett ([e-mail]) and department chair Jason Scott Smith ([e-mail]). Inquiries about the online application process can be directed to the history department search coordinator Yolanda Martinez ([e-mail]).
• For more information on the College of Arts and Sciences hiring plan, see the College hiring page.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: PhD in History or a related discipline with significant training and focus in Native American history, with degree awarded by the date of appointment.
• Preferred qualifications:
  • Record of publication or commitment to publish in Native American History.
  • University-level teaching experience, including ability to teach upper-division Native American history and lower-division surveys, demonstrated by syllabi, classroom experience, cover letter, and teaching evaluations.
  • Interest and/or experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students at master’s and PhD levels.
  • Ability to build relationships with Native communities and align research, teaching, or service with Native community interests.
  • Commitment to cultivate understanding of New Mexico cultures and to support the university’s mission to serve local and global communities.

Benefits and Equal Opportunity

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with policies prohibiting discrimination on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any protected class. UNM is a premier research university located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Application Quick Facts

• Best consideration deadline: 11/01/2025. Position remains open until filled.
• Official website for applications: UNMJobs (unmjobs.unm.edu).