Associate / Full Professor of Language and Literacy Education

Position Overview

Position Summary :

The College of Education and Technology at Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) invites applications for the prestigious Gay Su Pinnell Endowed Professorship in Language and Literacy Education. This 12-month tenure-track faculty position is intended for a distinguished scholar with a strong research agenda, leadership experience, and program and curriculum development expertise to begin in January 2026.

The ideal candidate will be a dynamic literacy scholar and educator actively engaged in academia, policy discussions, school communities, student mentorship, and public advocacy. The candidate should have extensive experience working with linguistic diversity, multilingualism, and multiliteracies and must demonstrate a commitment to fostering inclusive literacy education. The professor will specialize in elementary literacy instruction, literacy development, and related fields, mentoring undergraduate and graduate students and preparing future educators, researchers, and literacy specialists.

The Gay Su Pinnell Professorship was established through the generosity of Dr. Gay Su Pinnell, a distinguished educator and literacy expert, to support literacy research in New Mexico communities. The annual endowment funds research initiatives and provides salary support for the endowed professor.

The successful candidate will demonstrate vision, innovation, and a strong record of engagement with elementary schools and community stakeholders. The appointment will be a tenure-track position at the rank of associate or full professor. This is a residential appointment that requires significant on campus presence in Portales, NM, and offers a full-time, 12-month faculty salary.

The appointed professor will teach three classes per academic year and conduct research that advances literacy education in Eastern New Mexico, the broader state, and throughout the U.S.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Conduct and publish high-impact research in literacy education
• Develop and sustain an externally funded research program focused on literacy education in diverse settings
• Foster partnerships with local and regional schools and community organizations to support literacy initiatives
• Collaborate with local, national, and international organizations to advance literacy advocacy efforts
• Oversee the university's literacy clinic, including a summer literacy program and year-round literacy support services
• Develop innovative curricula focused on literacy instruction, policy, and advocacy
• Teach literacy courses in the undergraduate and graduate Teacher Education Program
• Mentor and collaborate with students and faculty in literacy research and instructional methodologies
• Serve as a leading voice in literacy advocacy at local, state, and national levels
• Engage in policy discussions and initiatives supporting literacy education
• Contribute to institutional governance to enhance literacy programs and clinical initiatives
• Represent the university in literacy-related professional organizations and advisory boards
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Perform other duties and assigned

Minimum Job Requirements :

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Working Conditions

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Essential Functions : [As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, minimum job requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as physical demand and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.]

Additional Information

Application Instructions

Interested candidates must apply at https : / / www.enmu.edu / about / employment-and-hr / employment-opportunities and submit the following materials :

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Salary & Benefits

Compensation will be based on experience, education, and scholarship.

Eastern New Mexico University offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting employees' health, well-being, career growth, and retirement.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Title IX / IPRA. Eastern New Mexico University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the office of human resources at (575) 562-2115. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore, ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at either titleix.coordinator@enmu.eu , (575) 562-2235, or Quay Hall Office 109, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for inspection of public records should be sent to planning.analysis@enmu.edu . For any other inquiries, please contact Human Resources at (575) 562-2115 or e-mail ENMU.HRrecruiter@enmu.edu .