Faculty Associate

The School of Interdisciplinary Forensics (SIF) in the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences (New College) at Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for Faculty Associate positions during the 2026–2027 academic year to develop and teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the legal aspects of interdisciplinary forensics. 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. About the School: SIF bridges science, law, and justice, offering a unique approach to forensic education. The School has strengths in the psychological sciences (including social, clinical, and developmental psychology), the natural sciences (including anthropology, biology, chemistry, entomology, and genetics), and information technology (including cybersecurity and digital forensics). We integrate a wide array of disciplines, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the role of science and technology in the legal system. With a focus on real-world applications and ethical considerations, SIF prepares students for careers that require scientific and technical expertise and a commitment to improving the administration of justice. 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’ll be 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 New College is located on ASU’s West Valley campus, blending a liberal arts and science 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 eleven 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 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, and will contribute to the fulfillment of this charter. Essential Functions of the Position: Collaborate with instructional designers and full-time faculty to develop new interdisciplinary forensics courses, such as, but not limited to, Civil and Criminal Judicial Processes for Forensics; Crime, Culpability, and Punishment; Constitutional Frameworks for Investigations; Forensic Evidence, Experts, and Wrongful Convictions; Legal Reasoning and Principles for Interdisciplinary Forensic Sciences; and Effective Expert Testimony for Interdisciplinary Forensics. Teach the upper and/or lower-division courses to undergraduate students or graduate-level courses to master’s or doctoral students in face-to-face, hybrid, or online formats. Prepare course syllabi, lectures, learning exercises, exams, and other course materials, and grade assignments and assessments. Maintain regular availability to students including office hours as appropriate to course modality. Monitor student success and regularly respond to student academic issues. Required Qualifications: Either one of the following by time of appointment: An M.L.S, J.D., LL.M., or S.J.D. earned from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, by time of appointment and at least three years of experience in the practice of law or, alternatively, one year of full-time experience as a judicial law clerk OR An earned terminal degree in criminology, criminal justice, psychology, political science, sociology, or a closely related field by time of appointment and at least two semesters of experience teaching undergraduate or graduate courses related to courts or law. Desired Qualifications: An earned master’s or doctoral degree in homeland security, terrorism studies, criminology, criminal justice, psychology, political science, sociology, or a or a closely-related social science, in addition to an earned M.L.S, J.D., LL.M., or S.J.D. earned from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association; Membership in a state bar (active or inactive status); Three or more years of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably as a litigator; Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with students from a wide variety of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, including first‑generation college students; One or more semesters of teaching undergraduate courses with strong evidence of teaching effectiveness as demonstrated by one or more of the following: student evaluations, peer evaluations, annual performance evaluations, prior course syllabi, or similar evidence. Experience with technology/course management systems; and Demonstrated excellent English written and verbal communication skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arizona Inc.