The Department of Chemistry at the University of Washington (UW-Seattle) invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, Assistant Teaching Professor, to start no earlier than September 2024. The initial appointment for this position spans three years, with the potential for renewal. This position is eligible for promotion to Associate Teaching Professor and Teaching Professor. Teaching track positions at UW are not tenure-eligible.
The UW Department of Chemistry is a dynamic and inclusive academic community that prioritizes fostering a diverse and supportive teaching and research atmosphere, with a strong emphasis on collaboration at all levels. The department is committed to the long-term growth and development of its employees. UW Chemistry teaching faculty are leaders in evidence-based instruction and pedagogical innovation. Notable innovations are shared, both within the department and more broadly. In addition, UW has a robust and collegial network of teaching faculty members throughout campus who regularly collaborate on cross-disciplinary teaching and learning projects. Our goal is to identify, recruit, and support an educator and scholar who can join our team in educating the next generation of scientists.
Applicants must have earned a doctorate, or foreign equivalent, in the chemical sciences or a related field by the date of appointment.
Please visit https://apply.interfolio.com/137646 for details and to apply. Applications will only be accepted through Interfolio. Priority will be given to complete applications received by February 12, 2024. Please direct all other correspondence to chemteachsrch@uw.edu.
Complete applications should include:
- 200-word statement summarizing your experience and accomplishments teaching chemistry (e.g, type and level of courses taught, size of courses taught)
- 200-word statement describing how your teaching will broaden access and inclusion in chemistry courses
- A current CV detailing your education, teaching experiences, research background, and service
- A 5-7 min video sample of your teaching, submitted via a publicly available link
- Three letters of recommendation submitted through Interfolio by the writers
University of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.