The School of Life Sciences (SOLS) invites applications for one full-time, benefits-eligible, Instructional specialists with a tentative start date of January 6, 2025. Subsequent fiscal year renewals are contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of resources, and the needs of the unit.

The successful candidates support the School of Life Sciences teaching laboratories (introductory biology, anatomy and physiology, introductory microbiology, etc.) by teaching/instructing on-campus immersion laboratory sections and occasionally online courses:

The position of Instructional Specialist is a full-time position with work hours subject to the needs of the School of Life Sciences.Must be able to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including evenings as required. Assigned duties may vary semester-to-semester.

Applicants should have a broad grasp of biology and experience in teaching and student mentoring. Ideally, applicants demonstrate experience and willingness to work as a team.

The School of Life Sciences is a broadly interdisciplinary community of undergraduates, M.S. and Ph.D. students, staff, and faculty members who are committed to transforming science education and research by making learning more accessible, inclusive, and impactful through innovations in teaching and connections to nationally recognized research and education programs such as the Research in Inclusive STEM Education (RISE) Center. SOLS is embedded within the larger community at ASU, a dynamic, progressive university dedicated to interdisciplinary collaborations, rethinking university education, and integrating excellence in research and teaching. The university has been ranked #1 for innovation by the US News & World Report for the past six years. We invite you to learn more about the School of Life Sciences and Arizona State University by visiting https://sols.asu.edu, and https://newamericanuniversity.asu.edu/, respectively. Learn more about what The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences has to offer by visiting https://thecollege.asu.edu/faculty. 

Full-TimeASU 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.OpenActivities are performed in an office, lab setting and in the field subject to extended periods of field work, sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse, and standing for varying lengths of time.May be required to wear personal protective equipment before entering laboratories such as lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, closed toe shoes, and respirator.Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.This position receives regular review of objectives by department administrator.

Master's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND one year related laboratory experience; OR, Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment AND three years laboratory or related experience; OR, Seven years of laboratory experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.