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 Mathematics Instructor position on the Polytechnic campus for the 2026–2027 academic year. The successful candidate will primarily teach in-person mathematics courses on the Polytechnic campus. Depending on programmatic needs and the candidate’s expertise, teaching assignments may include College Algebra, Precalculus, Calculus, and related courses. This position is well suited for a dedicated educator committed to student success and interested in joining a collaborative, interdisciplinary faculty team focused on delivering an outstanding learning experience for our students.
Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate mathematics courses, developing syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments, evaluating student learning, and continuously refining instructional methods to support student success. The instructor will collaborate with other mathematics faculty on curriculum development, course planning, and implementation as part of the Science and Mathematics Faculty. The successful candidate will also work alongside colleagues in chemistry, mathematics, and physics to advance CISA’s commitment to excellence in undergraduate education.
The teaching load is typically five courses per semester, all at the undergraduate level and delivered primarily in person on the Polytechnic campus. Occasional online or hybrid teaching assignments may be available but are not guaranteed. Course schedules and teaching assignments are determined by the Faculty Head based on programmatic needs, enrollment demand, and instructor expertise.
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
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To apply, candidates will be asked to submit the following through their Interfolio dossier. Complete applications must contain the following:
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 Eleni Sholes at Eleni.Sholes@asu.edu
Official transcripts are required prior to employment.
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