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The University of New Mexico
University College/Native American Studies
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Job Requisition # 6475
The University of New Mexico seeks to establish a tenure-track faculty
appointment at the Assistant Professor level in Native American Studies.
This is a full-time appointment in the Native American Studies Program,
housed in University College. The successful candidate will teach in the
Native American Studies program and work collaboratively with other
faculty to develop and deliver curricula which supports the Native
Leadership and Self Determination concentration in the Bachelor's of Arts
degree in Native Studies. It is expected that the successful candidate
will also actively mentor, advise, tutor, and guide both Native American
and non-Native American students in the program.
The University of New Mexico is a comprehensive Carnegie Doctoral /
Research –Extensive University and a U.S. Department of Education Minority
public institution which serves some 30,000 students each academic term.
Offering degree programs at Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral levels in 85
areas of study, UNM is fortunate to be in a state with a significant
population of Native Americans. The University of New Mexico welcomes its
responsibility to encourage and support the educational achievements of
both Native American and non-Native American students.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Applicant must possess a Ph.D. in a Social Science discipline such as
American Studies, Native American Studies, Sociology, and Political
Science or a related field.
Desired Qualifications:
• Specialization in Social Science research and implementation related to
American Indian social issues, leadership studies and/or community
development.
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• Ability to obtain grant funding as demonstrated by previous
post-doctoral awards or successful grant applications.
The University of New Mexico actively seeks and encourages nominations of
and applications from individuals who are from under-represented groups. A
complete application consists of a letter of intent addressing the
candidate's ability to fulfill the duties outlined above, as well as,
meeting the qualifications for the position, a current curriculum vita,
and contact information for at least three professional references. Please
indicate Job Requisition # 6475. This appointment will begin on August
17, 2009. For best consideration, all applications materials must be
received by September 19, 2008; however, the position is open until
filled.
Nominations and applications should be submitted to:
The University of New Mexico
Native American Studies
MSC 06 3740
Dr. Gregory Cajete, c/o Delia Halona
Mesa Vista Hall Rm. 3080
Albuquerque, NM. 87131-001
Telephone: 505-277-3917
The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer, Educator. For additional information about UNM see
http://www.unm.edu
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