Faculty Associate – First-Year Writing

About the role

The School of Humanities, Arts and Cultural Studies and The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) are seeking first-year writing faculty associates for the Los Angeles, CA campus.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses to undergraduate students in a face-to-face format.
• Prepare syllabus, lectures and class materials, exams, and grade assignments and exams.
• Maintain regular availability to students, including office hours as appropriate to course modality.
• Monitor student success and regularly respond to student academic issues.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree or higher in English or related field at time of hire.
• Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with students from a wide variety of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, including first-generation college students.
• Record of scholarly publication.
• Expertise in developing and teaching courses.
• Evidence of teaching excellence e.g., student evaluations, syllabi, peer observation, annual evaluations, teaching philosophy, etc.
• Experience with learning management systems such as Canvas or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in English or related field at time of hire.

Skills

Not specified.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Faculty Associate positions are paid at a minimum of $1,500 per credit hour over the length of the session.

Schedule

A typical Faculty Associate course load is one to two classes per semester.

About the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences

The New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences at ASU’s New College is dedicated to fostering an environment where innovative research thrives. Faculty members are not just educators but also trailblazers in their fields, constantly pushing the boundaries of knowledge. The New College offers a unique blend of a liberal arts education and 21st-century workforce preparation, making it a hub for students from diverse backgrounds. Joining the faculty here means leading groundbreaking projects that redefine academic excellence and preparing the next generation of leaders.

About Arizona State University

Arizona State University, ranked as the No. 1 “Most Innovative School” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for ten consecutive years, is a comprehensive public research institution. ASU is committed to inclusivity, measuring success not by whom it excludes but by whom it includes and how they succeed. It advances research and discovery of public value, and assumes responsibility for the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the communities it serves. ASU's mission is to provide a personalized and original educational journey for each student, encouraging them to thrive through experience and innovation.

Application Instructions

The initial application deadline is August 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard 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 throughout the academic year as needed until the position is filled and/or the search is closed. A background check and official transcripts are required prior to employment. These recruitments establish potential part-time hiring pools for semester appointments. For assistance with your application, contact Tracy DeBerge at tracy.deberge@asu.edu. Applications are considered for the current year only. Applicants who were not hired previously are welcome to reapply. Application Procedure Only electronic submissions via Interfolio will be reviewed. All required materials must be submitted at the time of initial application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications Must Contain A cover letter that addresses the required and desired qualifications and how your experience will demonstrate the University Charter.Curriculum vitae with contact information, including telephone number and e-mail address.Evidence of teaching effectiveness – e.g., student evaluations, syllabi, peer observation, annual evaluations, etc.Unofficial graduate transcripts.Information for three professional references (their position, title, e-mail, phone number), one reference must be from your current employer.