Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor, ASU ZaiXian (AZX) Psychology Program

The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences in the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences at Arizona State University is seeking two active and engaged scholars who will assist with developing and delivering the curriculum for the online Master of Science in Psychology (Mandarin Pathway) program. This program was launched in Fall 2020 with the goal of providing access to graduate studies in psychology for learners located in China and other Asian countries.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-track position with an appointment at the rank of Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor, to start in August 2026. The position allows for the possibility of campus teaching and/or remote work, subject to annual approval by the New College and University for remote work exceptions.

About the School:

The mission of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SSBS) aligns with the values of a metropolitan research university, rooted in the belief that human behavior, social institutions, and culture are best understood through interdisciplinary perspectives that integrate a variety of intellectual and methodological approaches. Our dedicated team of educators, scholars, and staff are committed to embodying the ASU Charter in every aspect of our work. https://newcollege.asu.edu/ssbs

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 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 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 and service will contribute to the fulfillment of this charter.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Teach upper and/or lower-division courses to undergraduate or graduate students, in face-to-face, hybrid, or online formats in simplified Chinese.
• Instructors are required to prepare syllabi, lectures, and class materials, exams, order textbooks, and grade assignments and exams in simplified Chinese.
• Translate course materials from English into simplified Chinese as needed.
• Coordinate regular training and supervision of graduate student teaching assistants.
• Maintain regular availability to students, including office hours as appropriate to course modality.
• 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.
• Maintain and update course materials as appropriate to the field and modality.
• Provide service to the unit, school, college, and university as appropriate for the rank.

To be considered for an Associate Teaching Professor position, one must have at least five years of relevant teaching experience and have successfully gone through the promotion process at another institution.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate or terminal degree in the discipline of psychology or related field at time of hire
• Fluency in Mandarin (simplified Chinese) and English

Desired Qualifications:

• Two or more years of experience of online teaching at the postsecondary level in the field of psychology with evidence of teaching excellence.
• Experience (through research or teaching) in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Sports, Cognitive, Developmental, Social, Clinical and Counseling, Positive, Cultural, Digital, or Experimental Psychology
• Experience in mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
• Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with students from a wide variety of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, including first-generation college students.
• Experience in training and supervising teaching assistants.
• Excellent communication skills in both Mandarin and English.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness - e.g., student evaluations, syllabi, peer observation, annual evaluations, etc.
• Experience of teaching in a bilingual (i.e. Mandarin and English) context.
• Experience in online instruction and course development using learning management systems such as Canvas, with the capacity to teach broadly across undergraduate and graduate psychology courses.

Teaching/Student evaluations may be requested at the time of interview.