"Clinical Assistant Professor - Pre-veterinary AY2026-27"

Position Description

Are you passionate about shaping the future of pre-veterinary and animal science education? Join the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts (CISA) at Arizona State University, where the Applied Biological Sciences program brings together innovation, compassion, and hands-on learning to prepare the next generation of animal health professionals. We’re seeking a dedicated educator and collaborator who will inspire students, advance applied learning, and help strengthen CISA’s commitment to excellence in animal care, wellness, and behavior.

The Faculty of Science and Mathematics in the School of Applied Sciences and Arts within the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts at Arizona State University’s Polytechnic campus invite applications for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor in Applied Biological Sciences, with a focus on teaching undergraduates and graduate students in pre-veterinary science or related fields. The anticipated start date is August 2026. As a member of an interdisciplinary faculty, the successful candidate will contribute to the growth of the Applied Biological Sciences program and work collaboratively with colleagues in chemistry, mathematics, physics, and other disciplines to advance the college’s mission of excellence in teaching, learning, and student success.

Primary responsibilities include teaching lecture and laboratory courses, developing instructional materials and syllabi, advising students, and providing service to the school, college, and university. The successful candidate will play a key role in engaging students in the rapidly growing pre-veterinary program by teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in vertebrate biology and related subjects, offered in both in-person and online formats.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-eligible position with promotion possibilities, and is renewable on an academic year basis contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of resources, and the needs of the university. The position carries an 80% teaching and 20% service load, with a typical teaching assignment of four (4) courses per semester, which may include a combination of lecture and laboratory courses delivered across multiple modalities. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Candidates must reside in Arizona or be willing to relocate.

The School of Applied Sciences and Arts in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts at Arizona State University delivers applied sciences and liberal arts courses to students from all majors at the Polytechnic and Downtown Phoenix campuses. It has more than 170 full-time faculty who serve nearly 4,500 students majoring in career-focused, applied-learning programs, including undergraduate applied biology majors in pre-veterinary medicine, pre-dental, and sustainable horticulture; applied physics; applied quantitative science; interdisciplinary studies; science, technology, and society; history of science, technology, and innovation; communication; and more.

The School of Applied Sciences and Arts leads ASU's Writers' Studio, which provides first-year composition courses to all ASU Online students. It also offers the nation’s first degree in military and veterans studies led by ASU’s Office for Veteran and Military Academic Engagement (OVMAE). The OVMAE is committed to the robust support of veteran, military-affiliated and dependent students. The school is also home to the Latinx Oral History Lab, which offers undergraduate research and storytelling opportunities. The School of Applied Sciences and Arts is a partner in advancing knowledge and technology while championing a sustainable future for the cultures, communities, animals and environments of the East Valley and beyond.

To learn more about the Applied Biological Sciences Pre-Vet program, please visit https://degrees.apps.asu.edu/bachelors/major/ASU00/LSABSPMBS/applied-biological-sciences-preveterinary-medicine. To learn more about the School of Applied Sciences and Arts, please visit https://cisa.asu.edu/school-of-applied-sciences-and-arts.

ASU's College of Integrative Sciences and Arts (CISA) seeks student-centered faculty who engage students in practical, interdisciplinary learning and demonstrate a commitment to community-engaged scholarship and service. Faculty in CISA are innovators in teaching and learning, preparing students to lead with purpose and make meaningful contributions in a dynamic world.

CISA is a leader in applied and career-connected learning, with continuous innovation in teaching, curriculum development, veteran initiatives and AI integration. CISA has more than 9,000 students at all levels and 361 faculty members with 84 programs across three campuses and online. We understand there are many paths to achieving a university education. We build degree programs and pathways that are flexible and relevant, providing opportunities for students to discover their passion, develop lifelong transferable skills and enjoy employment success. CISA is committed to ASU’s Charter of inclusive excellence, access and impact, where all faculty, staff, and students can thrive.

Arizona State University, ranked the No. 1 “Most Innovative School” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 11 years in succession, has forged the model for a New American University. Repeatedly ranked No. 1, ASU has topped more than 20 lists in the last three years: No. 1 in the U.S. for global impact (Times Higher Education) and No. 1 in the U.S. for sustainable practices (Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education). 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 and the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts, visit http://about.asu.edu/ and http://cisa.asu.edu.

Essential Functions:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the pre-veterinary program
• Develop course materials and syllabi for both in-person and online courses
• Mentor and engage students in pre-veterinary program
• Provide service to the unit, college, and university by participating in committees and associations
• Work with faculty head and other faculty/staff to develop course syllabi and assignments; review and evaluate effectiveness of teaching methods and work activities
• Apply innovative teaching techniques and deliver excellence in teaching of the defined content for assigned courses

Required Qualifications:

A terminal degree (Ph.D., DVS, DVM, VMD or equivalent) in Biological Science, Animal Science, Animal Psychology, Veterinary Science, or a closely related field at time of appointment; OR, a Master’s degree in the above fields with a minimum of 10 years related clinical experience in the applicable field(s)

Desired Qualifications:

• Post-doctoral/post-DVM research and/or academic experience with specialization in animal sciences, animal behavior, or closely related fields
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness in biology, or related field, at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
• Ability to establish collaborative partnerships with industry, clinics, agencies, the private sector, and/or other scientists
• Experience implementing course management and homework systems in digital environments such as Canvas and across various modalities (asynchronously and/or synchronously)
• Demonstrated commitment to values expressed by the ASU Charter

Application Instructions:

To apply, candidates must submit the following materials electronically to Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/176988):

• A letter of interest (no more than 2 pages) outlining the following:
  • How you meet the required and desired qualifications
  • A paragraph outlining your commitment and philosophy to advancing the ASU Charter
• Curriculum vitae
• Supplemental materials (no more than 10 pages) to include the following:
  • Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g. student evaluations, student mentoring, peer observation, annual evaluations, awards, etc.)
  • Contact information for three (3) professional references (name, title, organization, e-mail address, phone number)

The initial application deadline is 5:00pm AZ time, December 28, 2025. 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. Igor Shovkovy at Igor.Shovkovy@asu.edu. For application process-related questions, please contact Amie Olson at Amie.Olson@asu.edu.

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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