Adjunct Faculty Jobs in Arizona

Adjunct Faculty jobs in Arizona are concentrated in the Phoenix and Tucson metros, with additional openings in the Flagstaff area, where institutions like Arizona State University, the University of Arizona, and Maricopa Community Colleges district are among the most active hirers. Demand is strongest in business, healthcare sciences, and STEM disciplines, reflecting Arizona's growth in technology and life sciences industries. Openings exist from first-time instructors teaching introductory courses to experienced educators carrying recurring course loads across multiple departments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles161+
Top employerGrand Canyon University
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring10
Work type47% Remote
Top industryEducation

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Online Adjunct Faculty – Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
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Online Adjunct Faculty – Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Remote (US)
Master's degree in speech-language pathology (SLP)
1,001-5,000

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Online Adjunct Faculty – Aural Rehabilitation
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Online Adjunct Faculty – Aural Rehabilitation
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Remote (US)
Master's degree in speech-language pathology (SLP)
1,001-5,000

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Online Adjunct Faculty – Phonetics and Phonology
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Online Adjunct Faculty – Phonetics and Phonology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Remote (US)
Master's degree in speech-language pathology (SLP)
1,001-5,000

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Online Adjunct Faculty – Introduction to Audiology
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Online Adjunct Faculty – Introduction to Audiology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Remote (US)
Master's degree in speech-language pathology (SLP)
1,001-5,000

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Counseling Practicum – Adjunct Faculty – Online (Remote) – College of Humanities and Social Sciences
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Counseling Practicum – Adjunct Faculty – Online (Remote) – College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
Remote (US)
Doctoral degree
1,001-5,000

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Adjunct Faculty Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Tucson
16 jobs
Glendale
4 jobs
Yuma
2 jobs
Tempe
2 jobs
Nogales
2 jobs
Prescott
2 jobs
Sun City
2 jobs
Mesa
1 job

Adjunct Faculty Job Market in Arizona

A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Grand Canyon University133
  • Pima Community College9
  • Arizona College4
  • Midwestern University4
  • YAVAPAI COLLEGE3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in adjunct faculty jobs across Arizona.

  • Master's degree or higher in the subject area being taught
  • Demonstrated teaching experience at the college or university level
  • Strong command of course management platforms such as Canvas or Blackboard
  • Ability to teach in-person, hybrid, or fully online course formats
  • Record of professional or industry experience relevant to the discipline
  • Availability to attend faculty orientations and meet institutional deadlines

Adjunct Faculty Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a adjunct faculty in Arizona?

Most Arizona colleges and universities require at minimum a master's degree in the discipline you plan to teach, though a doctorate is preferred at four-year institutions. There is no state-issued teaching license for college-level adjuncts in Arizona, but each institution sets its own credentialing standards. Applicants typically submit transcripts, a teaching statement, and a CV directly to the department. Community college districts such as Maricopa and Pima often post openings through their human resources portals and review candidates on a rolling basis.

Which companies hire adjunct facultys in Arizona?

Employers hiring adjunct facultys in Arizona right now include Grand Canyon University, Pima Community College, and Arizona College, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's large community college districts and research universities account for a consistent share of adjunct openings year-round, with demand increasing each semester as course rosters are finalized.

Which Arizona cities have the most adjunct faculty jobs?

Phoenix, Tucson, and Glendale lead Arizona for adjunct faculty openings. Phoenix drives the largest share of postings because it anchors the Maricopa Community Colleges system and houses Arizona State University's main and satellite campuses, while Tucson's concentration reflects the University of Arizona and Pima Community College, and Flagstaff's openings are tied closely to Northern Arizona University.

Are there remote adjunct faculty jobs in Arizona?

Yes, and more than most fields, because online course delivery is deeply established in Arizona's higher education sector. About 71% of adjunct faculty openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly institutions have adopted asynchronous and synchronous online formats. Courses in business, technology, and general education are the most frequently offered in fully remote formats.

How can I get hired as a adjunct faculty in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to teach introductory courses at one of Arizona's community college districts, where Maricopa Community Colleges and Pima Community College regularly hire first-time instructors who hold a relevant master's degree. A strong academic transcript, a clear teaching statement, and any tutoring, training, or professional instruction experience strengthen a first application considerably. Adjacent roles such as instructional aide, academic tutor, or corporate trainer give candidates a foothold and a teaching portfolio before moving into a formal adjunct position.

Where can I find and apply to adjunct faculty jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to adjunct faculty jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across colleges, universities, and other institutions. Search the listings, find roles that match your discipline and availability, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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