School of Applied Sciences and Arts

Position Description

The School of Applied Sciences and Arts within the College of Integrative Arts and Sciences on the Downtown Phoenix and Polytechnic campuses of Arizona State University invites applications to establish a pool for Applied Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies Faculty Associates for the 2026-2027 academic year. This includes disciplinary areas, such as history, English, communication, religious studies, and philosophy, as well as courses to support interdisciplinary studies, liberal studies, general studies, science, technology, and society (STS), and military and veterans' studies (MVS). The successful candidate(s) will teach undergraduate courses in either Applied Humanities or Interdisciplinary Studies programs; 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 on qualifications and assigned teaching load. Faculty Associates may teach at the Polytechnic campus, the Downtown campus, or online asynchronously, depending on the needs of the unit.

The School of Applied Sciences and Arts in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts at Arizona State University delivers applied sciences and liberal arts courses to students from all majors at the Polytechnic and Downtown Phoenix campuses. It has more than 170 full-time faculty who serve nearly 4,500 students majoring in career-focused, applied-learning programs, including undergraduate applied biology majors in pre-veterinary medicine, pre-dental, and sustainable horticulture; applied physics; applied quantitative science; interdisciplinary studies; science, technology, and society; history of science, technology and innovation; communication; and more.

The School of Applied Sciences and Arts leads ASUs Writers Studio, which provides first-year composition courses to all ASU Online students. It also offers the nation's first degree in military and veterans studies led by ASU's Office for Veteran and Military Academic Engagement (OVMAE). The OVMAE is committed to the robust support of veteran, military-affiliated and dependent students. The school is also home to the Latinx Oral History Lab, which offers undergraduate research and storytelling opportunities. The School of Applied Sciences and Arts is a partner in advancing knowledge and technology while championing a sustainable future for the cultures, communities, animals and environments of the East Valley and beyond.

To learn more about the School of Applied Sciences and Arts, please visit https://cisa.asu.edu/school-of-applied-sciences-and-arts.

ASUs 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.

ASUs 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 10 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 courses in Applied Humanities or Interdisciplinary Studies using appropriate curricula and pedagogical approaches
• Develop and prepare course materials, including syllabi, lectures, assignments, and assessments appropriate to course objectives
• Evaluate student work through grading assignments, examinations, and projects in a timely manner consistent with university policies
• Use Canvas learning management system to deliver course content and facilitate student learning in digital environments
• Communicate effectively with students regarding course expectations, performance, and academic progress
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress in compliance with university requirements