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Open Rank of Surgery, Division of Otolaryngology

University of New Mexico
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United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
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Jan 17, 2026
Posting Numberreq35528
Employment TypeFaculty
Faculty TypeOpen Rank
Hiring DepartmentSurgery Head Neck Reconstructive (523F)
Academic LocationSchool of Medicine
Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary

The Department
of Surgery, Division of Otolaryngology -Head and Neck Surgery, University of New
Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque is looking for a full time Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMFS) to provide and oversee surgical services including
but not limited to: oral/head and neck pathology, maxillofacial trauma and
reconstruction, nasoalveolar cleft and dentofacial deformities, TMJ pathology
and reconstruction, dentoalveolar and implant surgery. This is a clinical or
tenure track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The
position will also carry an appointment in the Department of Dental Medicine. The successful applicant will join an interdisciplinary team of faculty
providing the delivery of education, surgical services, clinical care and
research.

New Mexico is
known as the Land of Enchantment; the Albuquerque is a beautiful city
with mountains to the east and a mesa to the west. It is ideal for outdoor
activities and sports all year-round including running, hiking, biking and
skiing. The New Mexico is a multicultural and diverse state with excellent
local cuisine, breathtaking sunsets, multiple cultural and historic sites,
lakes, rivers, deserts and mountains.

This is a
benefits eligible position. UNM provides a comprehensive package of benefits
including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers
educational benefits through tuition remission and dependent education
programs.

Surgeons retiring or separating from military or private practice are
encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:

  • Resident
    education and training
  • Appointment in
    the Department of Surgery, Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
  • Trauma call at
    UNMH, a Level I trauma center
  • Assist in the
    development of the clinical, educational and research aspects of the program.
  • Play a pivotal
    role in building an oral and maxillofacial residency program at the University
    of New Mexico
  • Participation
    in cleft lip and palate Craniofacial anomalies team.

Qualifications

Minimum
Qualifications:

  • CODA accredited
    DDS/DMD
  • Completion of a
    full-scope oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program
  • OMS Board
    Certified or an active candidate for certification
  • Eligibility for
    licensure in New Mexico

Preferred
Qualifications:

  • Experience
    working with dental and or medical residents
  • Experience in
    the practice of the full scope oral and maxillofacial surgery.
  • 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 attach electronic copies of a current CV and a Letter of Interest with the application. For more information, please contact Misty Carpenter, Clinical Department Administrator at, micarpenter@salud.unm.edu



For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 3/23/2026. 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.



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