Description
The School of Interdisciplinary Forensics (SIF) at Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for Faculty Associate positions during the 2025–2026 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 (the equivalent of 6-credit hours) 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 offers a unique approach to forensic education, offering students transdisciplinary ways to learn about how technology and science interact with law, legal systems, and legal issues. SIF has strengths in the psychological sciences (social, clinical, developmental psychology, and psychology and law); the natural sciences (anthropology, biology, chemistry, entomology, and genetics); and information technology (cybersecurity, digital forensics). With a focus on real-world applications and ethical considerations, SIF prepares students for careers in which they shape a justice system informed by scientific evidence, and in which investigative and legal processes reflect empirically supported best practices and all people receive fair treatment. https://newcollege.asu.edu/school-interdisciplinary-forensics
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 ten 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 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, Introduction to Law and Judicial Processes for Interdisciplinary Forensic Sciences; Legal Reasoning and Principles for Interdisciplinary Forensic Sciences; Principles of Criminal Legal Liability for Interdisciplinary Forensic Sciences; Principles of Civil Legal Liability for Interdisciplinary Forensic Sciences; and Effective Expert Testimony for Interdisciplinary Forensic Sciences.
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.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
Either one of the following by time of appointment:
o 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
o An earned doctoral 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.
Application Deadline:
The initial application deadline is September 15, 2025, at 11:59 p.m., Eastern Standard 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 throughout the academic year as needed until the position is filled and/or the search is closed. A background check and official transcripts are required prior to employment. These recruitments establish potential part-time hiring pools for semester appointments. For assistance with your application, please email Kristin.Warriner@asu.edu.
Applications are considered for the current year only. Applicants who were not hired are encouraged to reapply.
Application Procedure:
Only electronic submissions via Interfolio will be reviewed. All required materials must be submitted at the time of initial application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please submit all application materials to https://apply.interfolio.com/172750
Applications must contain:
A letter of application/cover letter of no more than three pages in length that addresses the required and desired qualifications, the applicant’s teaching philosophy, and how your experience will demonstrate the ASU Charter;
Curriculum vitae or résumé with contact information, including telephone number and e-mail address; and
Information for three professional references (including their positions, titles, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers); one reference must be from the applicant’s current employer.
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
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. (See https://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/.)
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