Temp Parttime Faculty - Environmental Sciences and Natural Resources

The University of New Mexico is seeking Temporary Part-time Faculty for Environmental Sciences and Natural Resources to teach lower division courses at its Taos Branch. Applicants must reside in New Mexico. The role primarily involves face-to-face instruction with potential remote course delivery. Compensation ranges from $1,017.60 to $1,100.63 per credit hour, depending on qualifications. Positions are contingent on student enrollment and course offerings.
Temp Parttime Faculty - Environmental Sciences and Natural Resources

Posting Number
req31163

Employment Type
Faculty

Faculty Type
Adjunct

Hiring Department
Taos Branch

Academic Location
Taos Branch

Campus
Taos

Benefits Eligible
Adjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

UNM-Taos’ Science Department invites applicants living in New Mexico to apply for Temporary Part time Faculty positions (Adjunct) to teach lower division courses in our Environmental Science and Natural Resource Management program. This posting is primarily for face-to-face instruction and potentially some remote delivery of courses. We propose a base salary of $1,017.60, to $1,100.63 per credit hour depending on successful candidates’ qualifications.

These positions will be hired on an as needed basis dependent on student enrollment, course offering matrix, and graduation requirements. The specific courses include, but are not limited to, the following:

BIOL 1110 - General Biology
This course introduces non-science majors to basic biological concepts including, but not limited to, the properties of life, biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, evolution, biodiversity, and ecology. Three lectures. Credit for both this course and BIOL 1140 may not be applied toward a degree program. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 3: Physical and Natural Sciences.
3.000 Credit hours
3.000 Lecture hours

Schedule Types: Lecture

BIOL 1110L - General Biology Lab
This laboratory course for non-science majors compliments the concepts covered in the associated general biology lecture course. Students will learn quantitative skills involved in scientific measurement and data analysis. Students will also perform experiments related to topics such as biochemistry, cell structure and function, molecular biology, evolution, taxonomic classification and phylogeny, biodiversity, and ecology. One 3-hour lab per week including plant and animal diversity, techniques and investigation of current issues. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 3: Physical and Natural Sciences. Pre- or corequisite: 1110.
1.000 Credit hours
1.000 Lab hours

Schedule Types: Laboratory

FORS 2020 - Terrestrial Ecology
The ecology of natural and artificial groups of terrestrial organisms used in the production of goods and services is the focus of this course. Topics include biological productivity, vegetation dynamics, biodiversity, range ecosystems, forest ecosystems, and pest populations. Prerequisite: GEOL 1120 and GEOL 1120L.
4.000 Credit hours
4.000 Lecture hours

Schedule Types: Lecture/Practice Experience

FORS 2030 - Water Resources
This course will explore the social, economic, environmental, historical, and technological forces that have led to our current methods of water distribution, management, and policy throughout the world. A strong historical context will be used throughout the course with a focus on New Mexico, Colorado, and the West. While the course will focus on the West, other areas of the U.S. and world will be examined as appropriate. Prerequisite: GEOL 1110 and GEOL 1110L.
4.000 Credit hours
4.000 Lecture hours

Schedule Types: Lecture/Practice Experience

GEOL 1110 - Physical Geology
This course is an introduction to our dynamic Earth, introducing students to the materials that make up Earth (rocks and minerals) and the processes that create and modify the features of our planet. The course will help students learn how mountains are formed, how volcanoes erupt, where earthquakes occur, and how water, wind, and ice can shape the landscape. Students will also develop a basic understanding of the ways humans have altered the planet including our impact on natural resources and global climate change. Students are encouraged but not required to enroll concurrently in 1110L. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 3: Physical and Natural Sciences.
3.000 Credit hours
3.000 Lecture hours

Schedule Types: Lecture

GEOL 1110L - Physical Geology Lab
Students will learn to identify rocks and minerals in hand samples, work with topographic maps, geologic maps, and geologic cross-sections, and apply stratigraphic principles to explore geologic time. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 3: Physical and Natural Sciences. Pre- or corequisite: 1110.
1.000 Credit hours
1.000 Lab hours

Schedule Types: Laboratory

SUST 1134 - Introduction to Sustainability Studies
This course provides a broad survey of various aspects of sustainability. Students will explore topics such as climate change, renewable energy, water, agriculture, green building, socially responsible business, micro lending, environmental justice, smart growth and alternative progress indicators. Students will examine both contemporary challenges to sustainable development and examples of successful sustainability initiatives on local, national, and global levels. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences.
3.000 Credit hours
3.000 Lecture hours

Schedule Types: Lecture

ENVS 1130 - The Blue Planet
To
understand global change and environmental concerns, this course weaves
together an understanding of Earth's lithosphere, atmosphere and oceans
and how ecosystems are linked to the physical environment. Students are
encouraged, but not required, to enroll concurrently in 1130L.

Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 3: Physical and
Natural Sciences.

3.000 Credit hours
3.000 Lecture hours

Schedule Types: Lecture

ENVS 1130L - The Blue Planet Laboratory
In this
course, students will often work together to collect data and students
are encouraged to discuss their observations and ideas, but students are
expected to write their own answers in their own words on their
worksheets.

Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 3: Physical and
Natural Sciences.

Pre- or corequisite: 1130.
Associated Term: Fall 2024

1.000 Credit hours
1.000 Lecture hours

Schedule Types: Laboratory

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in the discipline or subfield in which they are applying to teach. Applicant must have completed a program of study in the discipline or subfield in which they teach, with coursework at least one level above that of the courses being taught or developed (e.g., completed a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline or subfield in which they teach or tested experience that is determined to be equivalent to the degree).

Preferred Qualifications:
• Work experience in the scientific field of Natural Resources Management or Environmental Science.
• Higher Education Teaching experience, particularly at community college level.
• Familiarity with Land and Water Management organizations and job placement within these organizations.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and student success.

Application Instructions

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the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

o CV
o Cover Letter. Please include what specific course(s) you are interested in teaching or credentialed in.
o Official graduate level transcripts must be available at time of hire.

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 their initial employment with UNM.

For Best Consideration
This posting will remain active until 10/11/2024. Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letter that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters.

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.