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.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an H1B employment visa.
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.
Courses may include:
- 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.
IAS houses fifteen undergraduate and two graduate programs. Part of an institution with one of the most diverse student populations in Washington State, IAS stresses connections among fields and methods of inquiry. Our school-wide Mission, Values, and Goals commit us to engaged scholarship, experiential learning and transformative pedagogy relevant to the diverse student populations and communities we serve. We recognize, reflect on, and challenge unequal relations of power and privilege in our curriculum, scholarship and community partnerships. As part of a public university, we seek to build an inclusive and just community of students, faculty, and staff. For more information about IAS, go to http://www.uwb.edu/IAS/.
Located in the heart of the Puget Sound region, the University of Washington Bothell is one of the most dynamic public universities in the state of Washington. UW Bothell is a student-centered campus known for engaging students through classes, team projects, and research in which students connect what they learn or create in the classroom with the broader community. This is achieved through close relationships with faculty members as teachers and mentors, and staff dedicated to student success. The academic work of the campus focuses on cross-disciplinary research, connected learning, and community engagement, and prepares students for leadership in the state of Washington and beyond.
The campus offers more than 55 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in five schools. Current UW Bothell enrollment is over 6,000 students. More than 90% of undergraduates are from Washington State, and approximately 40% are first-generation college attendees. The priorities of the University’s current Strategic Plan – “Expanding Access, Achieving Excellence”, are to enhance community and campus engagement, and advance cross disciplinary teaching and scholarship. In addition to award winning faculty and staff, UW Bothell has been recognized for innovations in academic programming and support services designed to help students graduate on time and debt-free. It has also earned both recognition and awards for its work in the area of environmental sustainability and is just one of twelve institutions selected to join the launch cohort of the Postsecondary Data for Action Network (PDAN), a new national initiative co-led by the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) and the Association for Institutional Research (AIR). This selection places UW Bothell among a small group of colleges and universities collectively committed to using data in smarter, more student-centered ways.
Qualifications
Applicants for this teaching faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Earned MFA or Ph.D. required by time of appointment.
- Minimum 1-2 years teaching experience in Photography and Visual Media Art courses
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than November 1, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by November 1, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/187780). The position will remain open until filled.
For more information about the position, contact Associate Professor, Naomi Bragin: [contact details available in the full listing]
Applications should include the following materials:
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 Employment Opportunity Statement
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.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
- 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 (i.e. previous student work).
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Disability Services
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 [contact details available in the full listing] or [contact details available in the full listing]
Organization
Founded in 1990, the University of Washington Bothell was created to bring the world-renowned University of Washington traditions of academic excellence to residents of the growing Puget Sound region. While we primarily serve citizens in North King and Snohomish counties, our student body is composed of a dynamic and diverse group of students from around the state, the nation and the world.
We are conveniently located close to the business and cultural centers of Everett, Redmond, Bellevue and Seattle. Our strong regional connections present students with hands-on learning opportunities through projects, research and internships with leading businesses and organizations.
The campus is located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest region within 20 miles from Seattle. Seattle is a metropolitan city known for its global companies, diverse population and temperate climate. The Pacific Northwest is a major center for trans-Pacific and European trade.
The campus- which is shared with Cascadia Community College--sits atop a 128-acre plot of picturesque land overlooking protected wetlands and the Cascades beyond, providing educational and research opportunities for all. Once home to the 500-acre, purebred cattle Boone-Truly Ranch, the property was sold in 1995 to the state of Washington.
Although thoroughly modern, UW Bothell buildings were designed to complement the land’s natural beauty; they are environmentally friendly and are equipped with advanced technology for faculty and student use. With its stunning architecture and landscaping, it’s not surprising our campus received the American Institute of Architects 2002 Honor Award for Washington Architecture.
An accredited unit of the University of Washington by the Northwest Association of Schools and Universities, UW Bothell is home to more than 2600 students who are enrolled in graduate and undergraduate programs. All curricula is carefully designed to inspire creative thinking and learning, incorporate national trends in higher education and turn knowledge into action. Hands-on, contextualized learning experiences and cooperative teamwork is emphasized in all of our academic programs.
We have enjoyed a tremendous two-decade history with an ever-growing reputation for academic excellence through our unique teaching community and innovative educational philosophy. By incorporating our 21st Century Campus Initiative, we expect our future to be even more exceptional.
