Professor of Practice in Museum Studies,  Albuquerque, NM

2. Contact Name   Anne Marie Carpenter

3. Mailing Address   1 University of New Mexico, 87131

4. Phone   (505) 277-0786

5. E-mail   anacke@unm.edu

6. Application Deadline   Best Consideration Date: Dec. 1, 2025

7. Position Title Professor of Practice, Museum Studies 

8. Position Description Requisition: 34193 - Professor of Practice-Museum Studies - UNM Jobs Career Site :: The University of New Mexico

9. Application Instructions Requisition: 34193 - Professor of Practice-Museum Studies - UNM Jobs Career Site :: The University of New Mexico

10. Salary: Competitive per Assistant Prof of Humanities + benefits

The Museum Studies Program at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a Professor of Practice in Museum Studies to begin August 10, 2026. This is a full-time, Professor of Practice position in Museum Studies. Applicants must have a Terminal degree (Master’s, MFA, or PhD) in Museum Studies or a related field by June 30, 2026. For best consideration, all application materials must be received by December 1, 2025.

We seek an accomplished individual who demonstrates a commitment to interdisciplinary practice, who can offer undergraduate and graduate courses in Museum Studies, and who is prepared to take an active role in mentoring students in a Master’s program with an excellent record of preparing our graduates for careers in the museum profession.

Duties include teaching courses in-person and online in the Program each semester. The successful candidate will hold a terminal degree in Museum Studies or a related discipline with significant experience as a museum professional and work with Native American heritage and communities. The candidate will demonstrate the qualifications summarized below:

Minimum Qualifications

1) Terminal degree (Masters, MFA or PhD) with specialization in Museum Studies or a related discipline, awarded by June 30, 2026

2) A minimum of three years of professional museum work

Preferred Qualifications

1) Range of work experience in museum or cultural institutions

2) Record of publication or completed projects with a focus on Native American heritage

3) Teaching experience at the university or college level, including ability to teach upper-division courses and graduate seminars in Museum Studies

4) Interest and/or experience in mentoring advanced undergraduates and graduate students

5) Experience in or potential for building relationships and/or collaborative projects with Native communities

6) A 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

To apply, please access the University of New Mexico’s online application system at https://www.unm.edu/jobs and apply for posting requisition # 34193. Only applications submitted through this website can be considered. Applicants should pay extra attention to the “Special Instructions to Applicants,” which detail all of the required elements that must accompany the application. A complete application consists of: (1) a cover letter detailing the applicant’s qualifications as they relate to the minimum and preferred criteria (e.g., museum experience, teaching experience, research and project interests, and other relevant professional experience) and listing three references and their contact information; (2) a copy of the applicant’s curriculum vitae (include an email address and telephone number); (3) an article-length writing sample or completed project portfolio; (4) a sample syllabus for a graduate seminar and a list of courses (undergraduate or graduate) that the candidate has taught or is prepared to teach; (5) teaching evaluations, if available; and (6) an academic transcript. References will only be contacted for those candidates who advance to a semifinalist list.

For best consideration, all required application materials must be received by December 1, 2025. We will only consider complete applications. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee Chair (Loa Traxler, lptraxler@unm.edu). Inquiries about the online application process can be directed to the Search coordinator (Anne Marie Carpenter, anacke@unm.edu).

UNM is the premier research university in New Mexico and 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 http://advance.unm.edu/why-abq/ and https://advance.unm.edu/why-unm/. 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.

New Mexico Holocaust & Intolerance Museum,  Albuquerque, NM

2. Contact Name   Lyn Berner

3. Mailing Address   PO Box 1762, Albuquerque, NM 87003

4. Phone   (505) 247-0606

5. E-mail   ie_berner@nmhim.org

6. Application Deadline   June 13, 2025

7. Position Title Executive Director

8. Position Description email info@nmhim.org

9. Application Instructions  email message@nmhim.org

10. Salary: $60,000-$75,000 per year + benefits

El Rancho de Las Golondrinas Living History Museum

Company/Organization: El Rancho de Las Golondrinas Living History Museum

Contact Name: Daniel Goodman

Mailing Address: 334 Los Pinos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507

Phone: No calls please

Email: daniel.goodman@golondrinas.org

Application Deadline: April 11th, 2025

Position Title: Curator of Collections

Position Description: The Curator of Collections provides stewardship and access to the Museum’s collection. This position will have the vision and capacity to rethink and define the Museum’s collection and role it plays in presenting New Mexico’s history to the public. This individual reports to the Museum Director. The Curator of Collections sets the vision for the documentation, care, access and use of the collection and leads the initiatives for collection stewardship also functioning as the collections manager. The Curator of Collections brings passion and knowledge about history to the identification, care, use and access of the Museum’s holdings. The Curator of Collections maintains and improves the paper and electronic systems, oversees and provides for the on-going maintenance and integrity of information about the collection, conducts inventories and catalogues objects, develops and recommends policy and procedures for collection activities, and oversees accessions, deaccessions and loans. Research on the collection and answering external research inquiries are also integral to the position. The Curator of Collections recruits, trains, and supervises volunteers and interns in assisting with collection-related activities.

Salary Range: $50,000-$60,000

Application Instructions: Please send cover letter and resume electronically to Daniel.goodman@golondrinas.org No phone calls, please.

Web URL of organization's posting or online application: https://golondrinas.org/get-involved/careers

Museum Curator Education - Las Cruces Museum System, Las Cruces, NM

Company/Organization: Las Cruces Museum System

Contact Name: Mina Stafford

Mailing Address: PO Box 20000 Las Cruces, NM 88004

Phone: 575.541.2160

Email: mstafford@lascruces.gov

Application Deadline: 1/13/2025

Position Title: Museum Curator Education

Position Description: The Las Cruces Museum System is made up of four city museums: The Branigan Cultural Center,

The Museum of Art, The Museum of Nature and Science, and The Railroad Museum. This position will oversee the daily

development and presentation of education programs at the Museum of Nature & Science. The

Salary Range: $49,502.75 - $70,093.92 Annually

Application Instructions: Complete application on www.governmentjobs.com

Web URL of organization's posting or online application:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lascruces/jobs/4760272/museum-curator-education