Assistant Professor: Tenure-track: Studio Art/Art History (ARTS) Job at The Univ

Assistant Professor: Tenure-track: Studio Art/Art History (ARTS)

Posting Number: req34995

Employment Type: Faculty

Faculty Type: Tenure/Tenure-Track

Hiring Department: Los Alamos Branch

Academic Location: Los Alamos Branch

Campus: Los Alamos

Benefits

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Additional educational benefits through tuition remission and dependent education programs are available. See benefits at https://hr.unm.edu/benefits for more information.

Position Summary

Full-time, 9-month tenure-track faculty position in Studio Art/Art History at the rank of Assistant Professor. Faculty are required to teach, engage in service, and pursue professional development in accordance with established workload policies. Teaching load primarily includes introductory and intermediate level courses in Studio Art and Art History. A portion of the teaching load may be reallocated to service or professional development activities in consultation with the Dean and Program Coordinator. Responsibilities include curating gallery space on campus, developing campus art shows and events, and integrating UNM-LA art with the surrounding art community. Faculty may have the opportunity to develop courses in their specific areas of expertise and interest. Full-time faculty members teach assigned day, evening, and weekend classes in various modalities and participate in student advising, faculty governance committees, and other academic and institutional support activities. Additional responsibilities may include supervising internships, curriculum development, training and mentoring adjunct faculty, attending forums and meetings, and serving on department and college committees and boards.

Applicants must be able to be on campus in Los Alamos at least three days per week. Appointment begins August 10, 2026.

Salary

Starting salary is commensurate with degrees and experience. Base salary for 1.0 FTE is $65,000 for a 9-month faculty position, depending on qualifications. Summer teaching may be possible and optional with additional compensation.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements:
  • Master’s degree in Studio Art with at least 15 graduate hours in Art History or
  • Master’s degree in Art History with at least 15 graduate hours in Studio Art.
• College teaching experience.
• Preferred qualifications:
  • MFA in Studio Art or Ph.D. in Art History.
  • Experience teaching varied types of studio arts at a post-secondary institution.
  • Demonstrated evidence of community and/or campus-wide involvement in the arts.
  • Evidence of progress or learning in Art History or Studio Art.
  • Demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

Application Instructions

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

Application materials required:

• Cover letter of interest addressing how the candidate meets the required and preferred qualifications.
• Sample portfolio of artistic work.
• Curriculum vitae.
• University transcripts.
• Three professional references.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to initial employment with UNM.

For Best Consideration

Apply by 11/15/2025. This position will remain open until filled.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.