School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences

The School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences is seeking to hire two full-time, benefits-eligible, career track instructors in statistics, data science, chemistry, biology, physics, or a related field. The successful candidate(s) may teach 10 courses per academic year (five courses per semester). This position may teach in-person, online, or a hybrid schedule. Instructors are pedagogical specialists who bear the primary responsibility for their assigned courses. Successful applicants will start during the 2026-2027 academic year, with a preference for at least one of the positions to begin in August of 2026.

About the School:

At the core of the School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences (SMNS) is the opportunity for you to work side-by-side with faculty conducting authentic research in STEM disciplines. We seek to infuse our students and the greater community with the ideals of impact, excellence, and access. We strive to create an inclusive student experience with extensive interdisciplinary opportunities. https://newcollege.asu.edu/smns.

About the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences:

At ASU's New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, we take pride in breaking down disciplinary barriers, cultivating an environment where innovative research flourishes. Our faculty are not just educators; they are trailblazers in their fields, consistently expanding the frontiers of knowledge. We invite you to join this dynamic community, where you will lead and engage in pioneering projects that redefine academic excellence.

Our interdisciplinary approach offers you unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth. By joining our faculty, you're not just advancing your career; you're shaping the future of education and research in meaningful ways. You'll be empowered to innovate and address complex global challenges, all while preparing the next generation of leaders. We are committed to supporting and guiding you throughout your academic journey, ensuring that your contributions are impactful and transformative. For more information visit us at https://newcollege.asu.edu/.

New College is located on ASU's West Valley campus, blending a liberal arts education with 21st-century workforce preparation and a learning hub for students of all ages and backgrounds supporting the rapid growth of its surrounding 14 communities. Integrating modern amenities with the natural beauty of outdoor spaces, the West Valley campus offers over 125 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across business, engineering, education, and the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences.

About Arizona State University:

Arizona State University, ranked the No. 1 "Most Innovative School" in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for ten years in succession, has forged the model for a New American University. Year after year, ASU ranks at or near the top of the list in areas that matter. 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, visit http://www.asu.edu.

All we do at ASU is guided and inspired by the ASU Charter, which reads:

ASU is a comprehensive public research university, 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.

Successful candidates will demonstrate throughout their materials how their teaching will contribute to the fulfillment of this charter.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Teach upper and/or lower-division courses to undergraduate students in face-to-face, hybrid, or online formats.
• Depending on school needs and professional preparation, the candidate may be asked to teach graduate courses.
• Instructors are required to prepare syllabi, lectures, and class materials, exams, order textbooks, and to grade and/or administer assignments, quizzes, and exams, or any other assessments associated with their duties within the School.
• Maintain regular availability to students, including office hours as appropriate to course modality.
• Monitor and guide course or teaching assistants when appropriate.
• Monitor student success and regularly respond to student academic issues.
• Foster collegiality throughout the organization.
• Complete periodic mandatory training.
• Monitor and respond to university, college, and school communication and requests. (may be required to attend select school and college meetings.)
• Maintain and update course materials as appropriate to the field and modality.