Western New Mexico University, a public, comprehensive, regional institution serving a diverse multicultural population of 3,000 students, is located in Silver City, New Mexico. WNMU’s accredited programs include nursing, occupational therapy assistant, education, business, social work, and child development. Exemplary teaching, quality programs, commitment to diversity, and enhanced regional service characterize WNMU’s mission.
Applications are invited for a tenure-track faculty position with a contract starting Spring 2010. Position responsibilities include advising, program development, assessment, university service, scholarly activity, community service and advisement of student organizations. During the interview candidates will make a thirty (30) minute class presentation on a topic selected by the search committee. Research, grant writing, experience on university, community, and professional committees and organizations, and previous online teaching experience are desired. Previous successful interaction with diverse groups and proficiency in Spanish are preferred for all positions.
Occupational Therapy Program in the Allied Health Department
– Seeks an
Assistant Professor/Academic Fieldwork Coordinator for a
10-month contract, full time, tenure track position. Responsibilities include
teaching clinical and theory classes in the new COTA to MOT bridge program
and coordinating all fieldwork. Fieldwork coordinating duties include but
are not limited to development of fieldwork sites, placing OT students, coordinating
with site supervisors, monitoring student progress and maintaining accurate
records. Some travel and occasional weekends required. Minimum Qualifications:
A Master’s degree in OT from an accredited program or if Master’s
degree is from a related field then Bachelor’s degree must be in Occupational
Therapy from an accredited program, demonstrated experience in OT practice
and fieldwork supervision with 5 years of clinical or related experience,
OTR certification, and eligibility for licensure in New Mexico. Preferred
Qualifications: Doctorate degree, experience in research, mentoring
graduate students, and neuroscience teaching. Salary: $ 52,901 - $ 57,698
Review of application materials will begin Friday, October 2, 2009 and continues until filled.
TO APPLY: A complete application must include a WNMU application, a cover letter and vita, copy of official graduate transcripts (originals required upon hire), a statement of teaching philosophy including your experience with and expectations regarding the use of technology in teaching, at least three letters of recommendation (at least two of which focus on the applicant’s teaching ability and potential) or the names/addresses/phone numbers of four references. Incomplete applications received will not be considered. Additional documentation may be requested from semi-finalists. Send required documentation to: Western New Mexico University, Attn: Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 680, Silver City, New Mexico, 88062. The WNMU application can be found online at: http://www.wnmu.edu/jobs/employmentapp.htm.
Western New Mexico University is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities and women are especially
encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without
regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, handicap or national origin.