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Assistant Professor – Artificial Intelligence Education

NMSU Conference Services · Las Cruces, NM · 1 wk ago
EducationFull-time

Department Contact: Enrico Pontelli, 575-646-2001, epontell@nmsu.edu

About the Role

New Mexico State University invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Applied AI (9-month appointments). Faculty will join an interdisciplinary cluster hire and be affiliated with the new Institute for Applied Practice in AI and Machine Learning.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct innovative, externally funded research on the teaching, learning, and application of artificial intelligence, including AI pedagogy, curriculum design, credentialing, and the study of the most effective ways to teach AI to different audiences (students, professionals, educators, and community members).
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in artificial intelligence and its applications, contributing to AI curriculum development across disciplines.
  • Partner with domain specialists across colleges to design and build curricula that embed AI into disciplinary programs of study.
  • Lead the development of microcredentials, certificates, and other flexible credentialing pathways in AI.
  • Develop and deliver AI training and workforce development programs for diverse audiences within and beyond the university.
  • Advise and mentor students at the undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels.
  • Engage in professional and institutional service, including outreach, committee participation, and strategic initiatives.
  • Dedicate a portion of assigned effort to the educational activities of the NMSU Institute for Applied Practice in AI and Machine Learning, and promote NMSU’s role as a leader in AI education for the state and region.

Requirements

  • Earned Ph.D. in a discipline relevant to the position (e.g., artificial intelligence, computing or computational sciences, learning sciences, education, or a relevant AI applied field, e.g., agriculture or manufacturing) by the time of hire.
  • Demonstrated expertise as an AI generalist with a primary focus on teaching, AI curriculum development, credentialing, pedagogy, or educational integration of artificial intelligence.
  • Evidence of scholarly productivity or high potential for conducting research in educational frameworks, curriculum design, or pedagogical methods related to AI.
  • Experience or strong potential for securing external funding to support computing/AI education and program development.
  • Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and student mentoring.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary academic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Development of microcredentials or professional training programs.
  • Integration of AI into non-computing curricula.
  • Experience with responsible AI practices.
  • Support of diverse student populations.

Working Conditions

  • Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
  • No or very limited physical effort required.
  • Lifting requirements: handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.
  • No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

About the Institution

We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research, public service, and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff, and students working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI), and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

  • NMSU Global Campus: Provides flexible, career-focused online education through over 70 degree and certificate programs, skill-building microlearning courses, and career and talent development.
  • NMSU Main Campus: Located in Las Cruces, NM, on a 900-acre campus at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States.
  • Doña Ana Community College: Offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance.
  • Alamogordo Campus: Serves the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base, providing inspiring views and a creative learning environment.
  • Grants Campus: Serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including several Pueblos and nearby cities.

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