Open Rank - Albuquerque
6 days ago
Job description
Open Rank - Assistant/Associate Professor of Political Science, Latin American Politics
Posting Numberreq34190
Employment TypeFaculty
Faculty TypeOpen Rank
Hiring DepartmentPolitical Science (484B)
Academic LocationCollege of Arts & Sciences
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary
The Department of Political Science invites applications for an open rank Assistant or Associate Professor faculty position in Comparative Politics, beginning August 10, 2026. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor or at the rank of Associate Professor, depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
The Department of Political Science currently employs 12 regular faculty members and maintains a small but highly competitive and nationally recognized graduate program (MA and Ph.D.), as well as a high quality undergraduate major (BA); it also plays an active role in the interdisciplinary Latin American Studies BA and MA programs, the interdisciplinary International Studies BA program, the Master of Public Policy (MPP) program, and the Professional Masters of Science in Global and National Security. UNM's Latin American and Iberian Institute, as well as the International Studies Institute and Global Education Office, provide funding and programmatic support for international scholarship and faculty development.
UNM is the premier research university in New Mexico, is a Carnegie Highest Research Activity Institution. Our campus is located in the heart of Albuquerque, which has cultural, outdoor and recreational opportunities for everyone. Learn more about our city, our welcoming campus, and research opportunities at and For more information regarding the College of Arts and Science's ambitious hiring plan, including a list of departments that are hiring faculty members with shared interests, please see this page.
For best consideration, apply no later than October 22, 2025. This position will remain open until filled.
Applicants
selected as semifinalists will be asked to arrange for three letters of
recommendation to be sent directly by referees to Marliss McGarvey at Emails from referees should
include "Attn: Comparative Politics Search Committee" in the subject line. Semi-finalists may be
asked to submit additional samples of written work, additional sample syllabi,
and official graduate transcripts.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:
· a Ph.D. in Political Science, Government, or related field by August 10, 2026
· a primary specialization in Latin American Comparative Politics
Preferred qualifications:
· demonstrated excellence in conducting substantively and theoretically significant research in comparative politics of Latin America;
· strong methodological expertise;
· demonstrated or potential excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in comparative politics;
· ability to teach an interdisciplinary social science course on Latin America;
· international research experience;
· research program alignment with any of the department's emphases, including democratic representation and effective governance; environmental protection and adaptation; human rights, the rule of law, and conflict resolution; indigenous, race, gender and ethnic politics; or the impact on democracy of new communications and computational technologies
· demonstrated commitment to cultivating 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
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visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
• a cover letter that addresses the preferred qualifications
• a curriculum vitae (please include email address and telephone number)
• a graduate transcript
• one sample solo-authored peer-reviewed publication or other solo-authored written work
• teaching materials which include: one sample course syllabus; summary course evaluations for all classes taught at the undergraduate or graduate level
• contact information for three academic references
Submit all materials at , Posting req34190
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 ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 10/22/2025. 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.
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