Job Description

The Department of Sciences and Mathematics within the School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences (SIAS) at the University of Washington (UW) Tacoma projects the need for instruction in Mathematics as well as Physics during the 2025-26 academic year. We invite applications for Part-Time Lecturers Temporary from individuals with expertise and/or teaching experience in these fields. These are part-time positions with quarterly (3-month) service periods that begin on September 16, December 16, and/or March 16.

UW Tacoma’s commitment to diversity is central to maintaining an atmosphere wherein students, staff, faculty, and residents find abundant opportunities for intellectual, personal, and professional growth. The successful candidate is expected to support diverse student populations through inclusive teaching practices and will integrate effective pedagogical techniques and technologies into teaching and learning.

The base salary range for this position will be $5597 per quarter per 5-credit course ($6717 per 6-credit laboratory course) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs

Qualifications

This position requires an earned PhD or MS (or foreign equivalent) in Mathematics, Physics, or a related field at the time of appointment. Priority will be given to candidates with previous experience teaching at higher ed institutions. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following via the Interfolio system:

• A detailed letter of interest delineating your interests, qualifications, and relevant teaching experience (two-page maximum). The letter should detail how your professional work has supported the success of individuals from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented in their academic field; applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experience should note how their work will further UW Tacoma’s commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as a teaching portfolio, professional development certifications (including online teaching certificates) or student or peer evaluations of teaching.
• A curriculum vitae
• A list of UW Tacoma courses in the TMATH and/or TPHYS curriculum code you consider yourself qualified to teach. Courses can be found at this website: https://www.washington.edu/students/crscatt/
• Names and contact information for three professional references, with letters available upon request.

Submit all application materials through Interfolio. Application materials, including letters of recommendation, received via email will not be considered. For further information, e-mail Maureen Kennedy, Department chair, at mkenn@uw.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/ Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits

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Disability Services

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu