Temp Part-Time Faculty - Welding Posting Number req34384 Employment Type Faculty Faculty Type Adjunct Hiring Department Gallup Branch Academic Location Gallup Branch Campus Gallup 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 PLEASE NOTE: This position is for the UNM Gallup Branch, located in Gallup, NM, approximately 138 miles west of Albuquerque, NM. The University of New Mexico Gallup Branch, Applied Technology and Allied Health Sciences Division seeks to hire temporary part-time faculty members to teach face-to-face undergraduate-level classes in the Fall 2025, Spring and Summer 2026 semesters. Some of these courses include: Possible Courses - WELD 1015 NCCER Safety Course - WELD 1110 Introduction to Welding Fundamentals - WELD 1120 Print Reading for Welders - WELD 1130 SMAW/Shielded Metal Arc Welding I - WELD 1140 GMAW/Gas Metal Arc Welding I - WELD 1155 GTAW/Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I - WELD 1160 Oxyacetylene Welding - WELD 2130 SMAW/Shielded Metal Arc Welding II UNM Gallup instructors are responsible for all aspects of any class they are teaching including but not limited to meeting with the class during assigned times that may include online, evenings and/or weekends, content delivery, assignment development, grading assignments, reporting of grades, and assessment of student learning as outlined by the department chair. Positions are contingent upon need each semester as determined by student enrollment levels, current course offering matrix, and demand driven by graduation requirements. Positions may be filled or eliminated each semester up to the deadline for students to drop or add courses. Candidates who are selected for these positions will report to the division chair. Salary $1,135.26 per credit hour. Best Consideration Dates For best consideration please apply by these dates: September 15, 2025 for Fall 2025 Semester September 30, 2025 for Spring 2026 Semester February 28, 2026 for Summer 2026 Semester Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: • Current Certifications/Industry-Recognized Credentials in welding-related technologies (i.e., AWS, OSHA, NCCER) from within the last five years. • Minimum of two years' work experience in the welding industry, or a closely related field. Preferred Qualifications: • Associate Degree (AAS or AS) in Welding Technology or closely related field or 5 years work experience in the welding industry. • Experience developing and delivering instructional materials and information in a classroom setting at either the secondary or post-secondary level. • 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. Please submit the following materials to your online application: 1.) An updated curriculum vitae; 2.) Transcript(s) and/or certification(s) sufficient to assess minimum qualifications; 3.) Cover letter; and 4.) Three (3) professional references with contact information. Each of these items MUST be uploaded for applicant consideration. 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 This posting will remain active until . Anyone who applies for a position under this posting will automatically be considered for openings in subsequent semesters unless they indicate in their cover letter that they are not interested in teaching in specific semesters. 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.
See More Details >>Job Description The University of New Mexico seeks a Part-Time Welding Instructor to teach welding courses at the Gallup branch. Responsibilities include: • Delivering courses to students • Evaluating student performance • Maintaining class schedules Candidates must have current certifications and relevant welding industry experience. Pay is $1,135.26 per credit hour, contingent on student enrollment. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the educational mission of the community and work closely with diverse populations.
See More Details >>Position: Part-Time Welding Instructor (Gallup Campus) A regional educational institution seeks temporary part-time faculty to teach welding courses at the Gallup branch. Responsibilities include course delivery, student assessment, and maintaining class schedules. Candidates are required to have current certifications and relevant welding industry experience. Pay is $1,135.26 per credit hour with positions contingent on student enrollment. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the educational mission of the community and work closely with diverse populations. #J-18808-Ljbffr
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Gallup, NM, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 403,110 welders employed nationwide, with a median wage of $45,190 per year or $20.25 per hour. In Gallup, NM, welders can earn an average of $2,000 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. The demand for welders is robust, driven by infrastructure expansion and manufacturing growth, offering a promising career path with significant earning potential and job stability.
