Arizona State University

Description

The School of Applied Professional Studies in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts at Arizona State University invites applications to join our teaching pool for User Experience Faculty Associates for the 2025-2026 academic year. The successful candidate(s) will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in user experience; 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.

To find out more about our User Experience program offered to students, click here .

ASU's School of Applied Professional Studies (APS) offers premier immersion and online programs tailored to learners seeking to complete their bachelor's degrees, transition from associate degrees, attain master's degrees, or acquire specialized field certificates, all while enhancing their professional trajectories or venturing into new career paths.

Guided by ASU's distinguished faculty, who have earned recognition both nationally and internationally, and in collaboration with industry and educational allies, our comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate offerings, as well as certificate and non-degree workforce development initiatives, present avenues for personal development, career mobility, and innovative avenues for the advancement of knowledge.

To learn more about the School of Applied Professional Studies please visit https://cisa.asu.edu/school-of-applied-professional-studies.

ASU's College of Integrative Sciences and Arts is home to innovative faculty members who are guided by educational access, student success, applied learning, interdisciplinary inquiry, and research. CISA has over 8,200 students in all levels of degree programs and 235 full-time faculty members. We understand that there are many paths to achieving a university education, and we build undergraduate and graduate degree programs and pathways that are flexible and relevant for a rapidly changing world. CISA is committed to ASU’s Charter of inclusive excellence, where all faculty, staff, and students can thrive.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in user experience, technical communication, human factors, human-centered design, human systems engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution at time of appointment.
• Teaching or training experience.
• Commitment to advancing ASU’s Charter and Design Aspirations. ASU Charter
• Three years’ professional experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• PhD in in user experience, technical communication, human factors, human-centered design, human systems engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution at time of appointment or a related field from one of ASU’s peer institutions or similar.
• Two years’ post-secondary teaching or training experience.
• Experience developing and/or managing curriculum.
• Demonstrated ability to teach in digital environments.
• Five years’ professional experience.

Application Instructions

To apply, candidates must submit the following materials electronically to Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/168114):

1. A letter of interest that addresses how you meet the required and desired qualifications and outlines your teaching philosophy.
2. Current curriculum vitae.
3. Supplemental materials (no more than 10-pages) to include evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations, peer observations, and annual evaluations).
4. Information for three professional references (name, organization, position title, e-mail, phone number).

The initial application deadline is June 30, 2025 at 5:00p.m. Arizona 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 until the position is filled. If you have position-related questions, please contact Dr. Emily Mertz (emmertz@asu.edu). For application process-related questions, please contact Cassi Thomas (Cassandra.J.Thomas@asu.edu).

A background check and official transcripts are required prior to employment.

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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