Lecturer III in Physical Education Teacher Education
Benefits Eligible
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Position Summary
The University of New Mexico (UNM), located in Albuquerque, is the state’s flagship public research university. The Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) program, housed within the Department of Health, Exercise & Sports Sciences in the College of Education and Human Sciences, has a long-standing tradition of preparing students for leadership roles in physical education and offers both master’s and doctoral degrees. The program invites applications for a Lecturer III position, beginning August 2027.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to assume a full 4/4 teaching load (24 credits per academic year) in the department, possibly divided among undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels, and to advise master’s level graduate students specializing in Physical Education Teacher Education.
Additional responsibilities may include academic advising and mentoring, participation in program and curriculum development, support of field experiences and teacher preparation activities, and service to the PETE Program, HESS, COEHS, University, profession, schools, and community.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Doctorate in Physical Education Teacher Education or a related field. Degree must be completed by appointment date.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching undergraduate courses in physical education teacher education or related field.
- Experience teaching graduate courses in physical education teacher education or related field.
- Ability to provide service to department, college, university, community
- Ability to advise and direct graduate work
- A 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 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
A complete application packet will include:
- A letter of application (2-3 pages) addressing your qualifications in relation to the required and preferred qualifications;
- A current curriculum vitae;
- A Personal Statement: Your 3-4 page statement should include your philosophy and plans for teaching, mentoring, and services as applicable;
- Teaching evaluations;
- Transcripts of ALL collegiate coursework (readable, UNOFFICIAL copies will be accepted for the application only); official copies needed if selected for campus interview.
- Contact information for three professional references who can speak to your teaching and professional qualifications.
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
For best consideration, please apply by 12/2/2026. This position will remain open until filled.
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.
