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Assistant or Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs

New Mexico Tech seeks applications for either an Assistant or Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs with salary and rank commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position reports directly to the Provost, Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA). The Assistant or Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs (AVPAA) is the internal and external advocate for New Mexico Tech who

(i)serves as or assists the Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO) for New Mexico Tech with the Higher Learning Commission, (ii) leads preparation of documents needed for reaffirmation of accreditation and other reporting (e.g., NC-SARA); (iii) is the campus lead for assessment of student learning, (iv) is the campus lead for faculty development, (v) is a primary point of contact for undergraduate student academic issues, including handling academic honesty cases and student grievances for academic matters; (vi) oversees interdisciplinary programs (e.g., Biotechnology) and activities connecting academic and student affairs (e.g., Library); and (vii) assists the VPAA with personnel matters, policy review and development, and other tasks assigned. This is a non-tenure line, limited term position - a two-year appointment.

Required Qualifications:

A PhD or equivalent doctorate-level degree in a STEM field is required. The applicant should have demonstrated administrative experience (1) with accreditation, assessment, academic planning, and evaluation of educational effectiveness; (2) in effectively communicating with others that includes faculty, staff, and students; (3) in prioritizing tasks, managing time, and working with minimal supervision; and (4) in handling academic and personnel concerns. Individuals must have a minimum of eight years of experience in higher education with at least three years at a leadership level. Experience in STEM teaching and research is preferred. Anticipated appointment date is January 11, 2026, although an earlier start-date is negotiable.

Institution:

A public research institution, New Mexico Tech continues to be a top academic rankings as New Mexico's Best College, College with the Best Academics, Best Value College, and New Mexico's Top Public University.

Application Instruction:

Candidates must apply by e-mail, attaching a single PDF document that

incorporates all of the following: [1] cover letter; [2] curriculum vitae (CV); and [3] names and contact information for three references familiar with the candidate's record of administration and academic leadership. Please do not include transcripts, publications, or other materials not requested above.

Materials should be sent to c/o and copied to lique.coolen@nmt.edu, with "AVPAA application" in the e-mail subject line. For additional information, please contact Dr. Lique Coolen (email: lique.coolen@nmt.edu). Applications received submitted by November 14, 2026 will receive full consideration.