Post Doctoral Fellow

Post Doctoral Fellow

Posting Number req37192

Employment Type Reserved

Faculty Type Research

Hiring Department VP for Equity and Inclusion (289A)

Academic Location

Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligible Postdoctoral Fellows may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits . See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary The Division for Change and Empowerment at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow to begin in July 2026. This is a full-time position. Applicants must have a PhD in disciplines related to educational equity, or a closely related field with an emphasis on mixed methods research by date of appointment. For best consideration, all application materials must be received by July 15, 2026.

The responsibilities of this position will be to lead data collection and analysis efforts on current research projects, climate assessments, and future grant-funded program-related research projects. Candidate will also engage in scholarship activities (publishing and presenting at conferences) and mentor undergraduate students in education research. It will include working collaboratively with PIs and leadership and assisting with data collection and future grant program logistics. The position will also assist with supporting the coordination and assessment of Critical Analyses of U.S. and Global Cultures courses.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in disciplines related to educational equity, or a closely related field with an emphasis on mixed methods research by date of application
• Teaching experience at the college or university level
• A broad understanding of the literature on evidence-based practices in supporting student success in higher education

Preferred Qualifications

• Mixed-methods education research experience (strong qualitative and quantitative experimental design, data collection and analysis skills)
• Experience using statistical software (e.g., SPSS or similar)
• Experience with qualitative data analysis software (e.g., Atlas TI) Experience leading manuscript preparation (writing, and peer review processes)
• Supervision and mentorship of undergraduate and graduate researchers
• Familiarity with the literature on servingness frameworks, restorative justice in higher education, change theory and student success
• 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

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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 application consists of a letter of application, CV, transcripts, 2-page teaching statement, and 2-page research statement.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM Post Doctoral Fellow position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

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.

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 For best consideration, please apply by 7/15/2026. 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.