Temporary Part-Time Faculty of Pediatrics, Occupational Therapy (Req36955)

Posting Number req36955

Employment Type:

Faculty Faculty Type Adjunct Hiring Department Pediatrics Occupational Therapy (497I) Academic Location School of Medicine 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 The UNM Occupational Therapy Graduate Program at the University of New Mexico anticipates hiring temporary part time adjunct faculty to teach courses or problem based learning in the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, Spring 2027. Anticipated openings potentially include the following subject areas among others: Problem based learning in orthopedic, neurological or pediatric occupational therapy Leadership and advocacy in occupational therapy Community occupational therapy Neurological and orthopedics occupational therapy Evidence based practice Psychosocial occupational therapy Research in occupational therapy Positions are contingent upon each semester as determined by current course offerings.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

Entry Level Degree in Occupational Therapy Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in New Mexico by start date

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with university level teaching Master's degree in occupational therapy or a related field Teaching or clinical experience in needed content areas Experience with problem based learning 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 applications consists of a cover letter indicating clinical areas of expertise, teaching experiences, problem based learning experiences, a curriculum vitae that supports the cover letter, and the names and contact information for 3 professional references.

Please note:

Qualified applicants may be evaluated for potential interviews by the hiring official as new openings become available throughout the time period covered by this posting. For best consideration, applications must be received by 6/26/2026 for Summer 2026 or Fall 2026 semester and 11/2/2026 for Spring 2027 semester; however, positions will remain open until filled. Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letters that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters. This position is subject to criminal records screening in accordance with New Mexico law and clearance by the New Mexico Department of Health is required as a condition of employment. For Best Consideration For best consideration, please apply by 6/26/2026. This position will remain open until filled. HEJ Inclusive Workplace Upgrade