Assistant Teaching Professor

Job Details

The Assistant Teaching Professor will play a key role in supporting Arizona State University’s large undergraduate physics program by delivering high-quality instruction in the Physics General Studies Program across immersion, online, and hybrid modalities. The position emphasizes excellence in teaching, student success, and the use of evidence-based instructional practices within a dynamic academic environment. Responsibilities include teaching multiple courses per semester, mentoring teaching assistants, and contributing to course coordination and instructional delivery in large-enrollment, multi-section courses.

Essential Functions:

• Teach undergraduate physics courses, primarily within the Physics General Studies Program, across immersion, online, and hybrid modalities (typically three courses per semester).
• Deliver high-quality and evidence-based instruction; develop and maintain course materials, assessments, and learning objectives.
• Support student success through timely feedback, office hours, and effective instructional practices.
• Participate in coordination of large multi-section courses and collaborate with faculty and instructional teams on course delivery.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement, incorporating innovative teaching strategies and instructional technologies.
• Supervise and mentor graduate teaching assistants and support instructional staff.
• Support student population through mentoring, advising, and engagement in student success initiatives.
• Participate in departmental and university service, and engage in professional development related to teaching and pedagogy.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Physics or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Two or more years of university-level teaching experience.
• Demonstrated evidence of effective university-level teaching.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.