Description
Biomedical Informatics & Data Science - PhD, MS, and BS Programs
Health Informatics - MAS Program
Clinical Assistant Professor
The College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University is seeking a full-time, 9-month career track clinical faculty member at the rank of clinical assistant professor for our Biomedical Informatics and Data Science PhD, MS, and BS programs, as well as the Health Informatics MAS online program. This is a fixed-term appointment, renewable annually. Subsequent one-year appointments may be offered, under the same terms and conditions, at the discretion of the College and University. Effective August 16, 2026, the College of Health Solutions will include three new schools: School of Human Performance and Lifespan, School of Clinical Sciences, and the School of Health Systems Transformation. It is expected that this position’s academic home will be within the School of Health Systems Transformation.
Responsibilities for this position include teaching a varied selection of in-person, hybrid, or online undergraduate and graduate courses in the field of biomedical informatics and data science and providing service to the College, School, and relevant degree programs. These courses may cover varied subject areas in bioinformatics, population health informatics, clinical informatics, biomedical data science, artificial intelligence, and health applications, among others. Applicants must demonstrate evidence of teaching experience and a strong commitment to high-quality teaching at the undergraduate/graduate levels. Typical workloads for clinical/instructional faculty are consistent with 80% teaching (usually equivalent to four courses per semester) and 20% service.
At ASU and the College of Health Solutions, we work to maximize opportunities for people of varied backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. We value and encourage inclusive excellence as outlined in our ASU Charter, and strive to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all faculty, staff and students — which we believe is critical to our success as a community. All individuals who can strengthen our academic community are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
About the Biomedical Informatics and Data Science Program
Arizona State University’s biomedical informatics and data science programs (BS, MS, and PhD) provide a comprehensive, interdisciplinary pathway for students interested in applying data-driven approaches to healthcare and biomedical research. Across all levels, the programs emphasize integrating computing, data science, and health sciences to improve patient outcomes and advance medical knowledge. Students gain hands-on experience in healthcare analytics, machine learning, bioinformatics, and clinical data systems, preparing them for roles in research, healthcare, and industry. These programs stand out for their focus on real-world problem-solving and collaboration across disciplines, equipping graduates to contribute meaningfully to the rapidly evolving field of digital health.
About the College of Health Solutions
We bring together researchers, faculty, students and community partners from a variety of disciplines to translate scientific research and discovery into practical solutions that make a difference. Our undergraduate and graduate students gain the knowledge and insight necessary to help solve our greatest health challenges — improving the health care system, increasing access to care and enhancing the health of individuals and populations.
About Arizona State University
Arizona State University (ASU), ranked 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 30 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.
For more information about ASU and the College of Health Solutions, visit http://about.asu.edu/ and https://chs.asu.edu.
Essential Functions
- Teach and develop undergraduate and graduate courses in biomedical informatics and data science.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
- Effectively collaborate with colleagues.
- Engage in program, school, college and/or university service activities.
- Support student success and advance work aligned with the ASU Charter.
Required Qualifications
- An MD, DO, PhD, ScD, DNP, PharmD, or other terminal degree or a foreign equivalent with support to show evidence of the degree OR Master’s degree in biomedical informatics, health informatics, biomedical data science, or a related field plus 5 years of directly related industry experience.
- Teaching experience in the informatics and data science area at the college or university level OR at least 2 years of related industry experience in training and facilitation, workshop or seminar leadership, public speaking or presentations, and coaching or mentoring.
- Demonstrated ability to work, collaborate, and communicate effectively with varied students, colleagues, community partners, and staff in a multicultural environment.
- Shows support for ASU’s commitment to inclusive excellence as outlined in the ASU charter.
Desired Qualifications
- Board-certified professional in clinical informatics.
- Experience working in clinical environments.
- 2-5 years of teaching experience at the college or university level OR 3-5 years of related industry experience in training and facilitation, workshop or seminar leadership, public speaking or presentations, and coaching or mentoring.
- Experience teaching in-person, asynchronous online, and hybrid formats.
- Experience developing undergraduate and/or graduate courses.
- Demonstrated interest or experience in providing service to an academic program and university, and/or the community and profession.
Application Deadline and Procedures
Application deadline is July 7, 2026. 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. To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/187743 and click “apply now” next to the corresponding position. Candidates will be asked to create or use an existing Interfolio Dossier to submit the following:
- Cover Letter of Interest: indicate the name of the position for which you are applying, your qualifications, and professional experience, and an example(s) of how your work has exemplified Arizona State University’s Charter.
- Curriculum vitae
- Teaching Philosophy Statement and a list of potential topics for teaching
- Professional References: Include the names, positions, titles, email addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references. (References will not be contacted until later stages in the selection process.)
If you have questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact the College of Health Solutions Academic Personnel HR team at [email protected].
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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