Assistant Teaching Professor in Arts & Humanities

Position Overview

School / Campus / College:
University of Washington, Bothell

Organization:
Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences

Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor in Arts & Humanities

Position Description

The School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences (IAS) at the University of Washington Bothell (UWB) invites applications for a teaching faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor with an anticipated start of September 16, 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, mentorship, scholarship, and service within a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month, 5-year academic appointment.

The base salary range for this position will be $8,500 - $8,889 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 teach a range of courses in digital photography and interdisciplinary art, visual art and design, and media related fields. Courses should be designed to support the success of undergraduate students with diverse academic preparation and cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

This is a Teaching Track appointment and is not eligible for tenure. Assistant Teaching Professors teach 7 courses a year, across 3 quarters and are eligible for renewable multi-year appointments, promotion, and sabbatical, among other benefits available to full-time UW faculty members.

• BCORE 104 Discovery Core:
  Arts & Humanities
• BIS 132 Introduction to Photography
• BIS 323 History of Photography
• BISIA 250 Photography as Art
• BISIA 350 Photography and Digital Art
• BISIA 450 Image and Imagination

For information on the courses taught in the Interdisciplinary Arts major, please see their webpage.

• Earned MFA or Ph.D. required by time of appointment.
• Minimum 1-2 years teaching experience in Photography and Visual Media Art courses.

To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than November 1, 2026. Priority will be given to applications received by that date. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.

For more information about the position, contact Associate Professor, Naomi Bragin: bragin

Applications should include the following materials:

• Cover letter of no more than 2 pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
• Curriculum vitae
• Link to professional art portfolio
• Teaching dossier including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., previous student work)

Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and future plans in teaching, scholarship, and service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Applicants should also include contact information for at least 3 references who are prepared to provide confidential letters of recommendation upon request. Finalists for the position will need to furnish letters from referees.

Equal Opportunity

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.

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