FACULTY ASSOCIATE

Faculty Associate 

Science

Campus: Polytechnic

Job # 96508

Position Description:

The Science and Mathematics faculty in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts on the Polytechnic campus of Arizona State University invite applications to establish a pool for science Faculty Associates for the 2022-2023 academic year. The successful candidate(s) will teach undergraduate courses in biology, chemistry, physics and/or related disciplines; prepare class materials; evaluate student work; and hold office hours to assist students. Faculty Associate positions are one semester, non-benefits-eligible, fixed-term appointments with no tenure implications, not to exceed an average of .40 FTE per semester. The number of courses is contingent upon unit needs, funding and sufficient enrollment. Salary is based upon qualifications and assigned teaching load.

The College of Integrative Sciences and Arts values cultural and intellectual diversity, and continually strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. We are home to innovative teachers who are guided by educational access, student success, applied learning, and interdisciplinary inquiry. CISA has over 7,300 students in all levels of degree programs and over 350 faculty members. We understand that there are many paths to achieving a university education, and we build undergraduate and graduate degree programs and pathways that are flexible and relevant for a rapidly changing world.

Arizona State University has been named # 1 among the nation's most innovative universities by U.S. News & World Report and a Top 10 Best Buy public university by Fiske Guide to Colleges 2021. ASU is deeply committed to advancing in new and innovative ways while providing and sustaining a welcoming, supportive, and empowering environment for all members of our community. We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of the academic community and who are dedicated to advancing the ASU Charter and realizing our Design Aspirations through inclusive and equitable practices.

To learn more about ASU and the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts visit http://about.asu.edu/ and http://cisa.asu.edu.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in biology, chemistry, genetics, physics or related field at time of appointment
• Ability to teach in digital environments such as Canvas (asynchronously and/or synchronously)
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

Desired Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in biology, chemistry, genetics, physics or related field
• One-year full-time teaching experience in post-secondary environment
• Experience teaching in digital environments such as Canvas (asynchronously and/or synchronously)
• Experience working in collaborative environments within and across disciplines
• Demonstrated success meeting the needs of underrepresented student and/or diverse communities

Application Instructions:

To apply, please visit https://cisa.asu.edu/jobs/fa. Candidates will be asked to submit the following through their Interfolio dossier. Complete applications must contain the following:

1. A letter of interest (no more than 2-pages) that outlines the following:

• Interest in the position and how you meet the required and desired qualifications
• A paragraph outlining your teaching philosophy
• A paragraph addressing your past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations, peer observation, or annual evaluations)

The initial application deadline is 7/1/2022 at 5:00p.m. Arizona Time. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled. If you have position-related questions, please contact Douglas Green at dm.green@asu.edu.

A background check and official transcripts are required prior to employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement – Under the recent executive order issued by President Biden requiring all employees, including new hires, to be vaccinated unless they have an approved medical or religious accommodation. Proof of vaccination will be required by January 4, 2022. For questions about medical or religious accommodations, please visit the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion webpage.