The Department of Architecture at the University of Washington invites applications for a teaching faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, with an anticipated start date in September 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a 75% to 100% basis for a nine-month academic, three-year renewable appointment beginning September 16, 2027.
The base salary range for this position will be $7,800 - $9,800 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a US Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Only full-time positions are eligible for visa and permanent residence sponsorship.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach and coordinate required foundational design studios and representation and digital modeling courses for our undergraduate and graduate students during the fall, winter, and spring quarters. Assigned courses may include ARCH 301, ARCH 380, and ARCH 500 among others. The position will include opportunities to help shape these courses as we develop our curriculum to serve expanding audiences that include non-majors interested in design, while providing the foundation needed for architecture majors to succeed within the program. The position will apportion approximately 70% of its time to teaching, 10% to scholarship, 20% to departmental, college and/or university service.
The University of Washington is a globally ranked research and teaching institution located in the heart of one of the country’s most vibrant and innovative cities. Our department resides in the College of Built Environments, which also includes the Departments of Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Real Estate and Urban Design and Planning. Our department enrolls over 300 undergraduate and graduate students in five programs including a NAAB accredited MArch Program.
Qualifications
Applicants for this teaching faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- A Master of Architecture degree, as accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) or foreign equivalent.
- Two years (full time equivalent) experience teaching architectural design studio courses.
- Demonstrated expertise in architectural design, drawing, and representation.
- Demonstrated capacity to teach architectural design, digital modeling, and freehand drawing skills.
- Demonstrated capacity to mentor emerging architectural designers with diverse backgrounds or significant evidence of ability to do so.
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than February 15, 2027. Priority will be given to those applications received by January 15, 2027. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: [link]. The position will remain open until filled.
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
- Statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness of no more than 2 pages.
- Summary of student course evaluations of no more than 1 page.
- Portfolio (teaching and personal creative work) of no more than 20 pages.
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in teaching, mentoring, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for at least 3 references who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
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.
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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 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
