Job Description

The Faculty of Science and Mathematics in the School of Applied Sciences and Arts at Arizona State University's College of Integrative Sciences and Arts invites applications for an Applied Biological Sciences Instructor position on the Polytechnic campus for the 2026–2027 academic year. The successful candidate will primarily teach in-person laboratory courses serving both non-majors and Applied Biological Sciences majors on the Polytechnic campus. Depending on programmatic needs and the candidate’s expertise, course assignments may include laboratories in general biology, anatomy and physiology, animal physiology, and related disciplines.

Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate laboratory courses, developing syllabi, instructional materials, laboratory activities, and assessments, evaluating student learning, and continuously refining instructional methods to support student success. The instructor will collaborate with faculty and laboratory coordinators on curriculum development, planning, and implementation as part of the Applied Biological Sciences team. The successful candidate will also work alongside colleagues in chemistry, mathematics, and physics to advance CISA’s commitment to excellence in undergraduate education.

The course load is typically up to eight laboratory sections per semester, or an equivalent combination of lecture and laboratory sections. All course assignments will be at the undergraduate level and delivered primarily in person on the Polytechnic campus. Occasional online or hybrid course assignments may be available but are not guaranteed. Course schedules and teaching assignments will be determined by the Faculty Head based on programmatic needs.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure eligible position renewable on an academic year basis contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of resources, and the needs of the university. Candidate must reside in Arizona or be willing to relocate.

ASU's School of Applied Sciences and Arts, part of the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts, advances experiential and integrative learning, with a focus on applied sciences and mathematics, interdisciplinary humanities and social sciences. Degrees include applied biological sciences with pre-veterinary medicine and pre-dental concentrations — offered at just a handful of universities across the country — as well as a sustainable horticulture concentration. Other degrees include applied military and veteran studies, integrative social science, interdisciplinary studies, and science, technology and society, among others; and certificates in wildlife management and indoor farming. Boasting renowned faculty, the school offers an expansive and dynamic curriculum guided by a commitment to student success and career-connected outcomes.

ASU's College of Integrative Sciences and Arts (CISA) seeks student-centered faculty who engage students in practical, interdisciplinary learning and demonstrate a commitment to community-engaged scholarship and service. Faculty in CISA are innovators in teaching and learning, preparing students to lead with purpose and make meaningful contributions in a dynamic world.

CISA is a leader in applied and career-connected learning, with continuous innovation in teaching, curriculum development, veteran initiatives and AI integration. CISA has more than 9,000 students at all levels and 361 faculty members with 84 programs across three campuses and online. We understand there are many paths to achieving a university education. We build degree programs and pathways that are flexible and relevant, providing opportunities for students to discover their passion, develop lifelong transferable skills and enjoy employment success. CISA is committed to ASU’s Charter of inclusive excellence, access and impact, where all faculty, staff, and students can thrive.

Arizona State University, ranked the No. 1 “Most Innovative School” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 11 years in succession, has forged the model for a New American University. Repeatedly ranked No. 1, ASU has topped more than 20 lists in the last three years: No. 1 in the U.S. for global impact (Times Higher Education) and No. 1 in the U.S. for sustainable practices (Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education). ASU is a comprehensive public research institution, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves. ASU operates on the principles that learning is a personal and original journey for each student; that they thrive on experience and that the process of discovery cannot be bound by traditional academic disciplines. Through innovation and a commitment to accessibility, ASU has drawn pioneering researchers to its faculty even as it expands opportunities for qualified students, attracting some of the highest-quality students from all 50 states and more than 130 nations.

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

Essential Functions:

• Teach undergraduate lecture and laboratory courses in general biology, anatomy and physiology, and closely related fields
• Support hands-on student learning in laboratory settings, including appropriate supervision of laboratory activities
• Develop course materials and syllabi for both laboratory and lecture courses
• Work with the Faculty Head and other faculty and staff to coordinate course syllabi, learning outcomes, assignments, laboratory schedules, and instructional expectations
• Collaborate with laboratory coordinators and staff to ensure that materials, equipment, and supplies are prepared for scheduled laboratory activities
• Review and assess the effectiveness of teaching methods, course materials, laboratory activities, and student learning outcomes
• Maintain regular on-campus office hours and provide academic support to students in lecture and laboratory courses
• Help manage, train, and supervise student workers who support laboratory instruction

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Biology, Human Biology, Anatomy, Physiology, Biomedical Sciences or closely related field at time of appointment

Desired Qualifications:

• A terminal degree in Biology, Human Biology, Anatomy, Physiology, Biomedical Sciences or closely related field
• Experience in laboratory instruction of general biology, anatomy and physiology, or other related topics
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Experience using course management systems, such as Canvas, and other instructional technologies
• Demonstrated commitment to values expressed by the ASU Charter

Application Instructions

Candidates will be asked to submit the following through their Interfolio dossier. Complete applications must contain the following:

1. Letter of interest of no more than 2 pages, addressing:
   • How you meet the required and, as applicable, desired qualifications
   • A paragraph outlining your commitment to the values expressed by the ASU Charter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Optional supplemental materials of no more than 10 pages, which may include varied evidence of laboratory instruction and teaching effectiveness, such as examples of laboratory activities or demonstrations designed or implemented by the applicant, syllabi, student evaluations, student mentoring, peer observations, annual evaluations, teaching awards, or related materials
4. Contact information for three (3) professional references, including name, title, organization, email address, and phone number

The initial application deadline is 5:00pm AZ time, July 14, 2026 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 Dr. Igor Shovkovy at Igor.Shovkovy@asu.edu. For application process-related questions, please contact Amie Olson at Amie.Olson@asu.edu.

Official transcripts are required prior to employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

A background check is required for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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