The Information School at the University of Washington invites applications for two teaching faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month academic, 3 year appointment beginning 2027.
The base salary range for this position will be $11,500 - 13,390 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to design curriculum and deliver courses across the degree programs offered at the Information School, including our Master of Information Management (MSIM) and Bachelor of Informatics. This position will be expected to teach in one or more of the following topics:
Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to, candidates who have experience applying their expertise in one or more of the following areas: Artificial Intelligence; Data Science; Information Architecture; Cybersecurity and Information Assurance.
Information is central to knowledge; to understanding; to impact. Amid the AI transformation, climate change and ongoing threats to public and civic health, information plays a pivotal role in giving everyone the tools to thrive. Our work advances effective information systems and equitable access to information by transforming practices within organizations large and small, and influencing public policy. The UW Information School is leading the global movement to devise information solutions that enrich people’s lives and tackle the world’s toughest challenges through our in-demand undergraduate and graduate level education and our interdisciplinary research centers and partnerships. Together, our students, faculty, alumni and partners are actively creating a future where effective use of information can help everyone discover, learn, innovate, solve problems, and have fun. Information changes lives. Learn more at ischool.uw.edu.
Applicants for this teaching faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Applicants must minimally have a master’s degree (or foreign equivalent). Applicants must have 3 years of experience in a technical role in industry, government, or a nonprofit, or experience teaching at least one course as either the lead or assistant instructor.
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than October 15, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by October 15, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
Throughout the materials above, applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for 2 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
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The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
