Physics Jobs in Renton, WA (NOW HIRING)

Description
The Physical Sciences Department of the School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) at the University of Washington Bothell (UWB) invites applications from qualified candidates for a Lecturer Part Time (multi-year) appointment in Physics. We are seeking a candidate to join our faculty on a part-time basis with a base load of 50%, with potential for up to 88.89% depending on curricular need, for a 9-month service period with opportunities to teach during the summer. The position has an expectation of teaching between five courses (with the potential to increase up to eight courses depending on need) in the three quarters of the regular academic year. Positions in this title are non-tenure track, non-voting, and not promotion eligible. Appointments in these positions may be for multiple years (1-5 years), with an initial appointment of one year. Reappointments are contingent upon instructional needs, performance, and funding. The anticipated start date is Autumn Quarter, September 16, 2026.
The primary duties of a Lecturer Part-Time are instructional. Potential course assignments include introductory and upper-level core physics courses.
The successful candidate will have an FTE commensurate with the assigned workload. For context, one 5-credit course is equivalent to 33.33% FTE and one lab is 16.67% FTE in one. The full-time (100%) base salary is $7,200-7,716 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This full-time monthly rate is then prorated based on assigned FTE for the duration of the 9-month academic year.
The School of STEM is the largest school at UW Bothell, and we are a school committed to attracting diverse faculty and staff who create an exceptional student experience in support of our core values of Collaboration, Opportunities, Responsibility, and Engagement. Our faculty members are dynamic educators who engage in innovative, evidence-based pedagogies. We offer twenty-three undergraduate and graduate degrees and eight minors across four Departments (Biological Sciences, Computing and Software Systems, Engineering & Mathematics, Physical Sciences). The School is housed in several buildings on a vibrant campus collocated on a restored 100-acre wetland with an active salmon stream, including the 74,000 square-foot Discovery Hall teaching and laboratory facility, and our new 80,000 square-foot STEM building, Innovation Hall - the first shared academic building between a community college and university in the country.
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. UW Bothell is dedicated to creating a community that advances equity, social justice, affirmation, and excellence.
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, approximately 40% are first-generation college attendees, and more than half are students of color. The University values hiring faculty and staff who have demonstrated experience and ability to work successfully with student populations from a variety of different backgrounds and who can contribute to a campus culture that promotes equity among colleagues. Valuing diversity, fostering inclusion and cultivating a sense of belonging are core values at UW Bothell.
Our work begins with the acceptance and celebration of the differences that are represented through the many communities on our campus, including those from diverse and minoritized backgrounds, and in the surrounding community. We recognize that we are bound together in a collective experience and that our actions impact all in our community. When we recognize that diverse perspectives are essential for advancing knowledge and creating a more equitable world, we also create conditions of equity, justice and academic excellence for everyone, including those among us in the most marginalized groups. To learn more about our vision to foster a beloved community in which students, staff, and faculty can thrive and transform the University of Washington Bothell, our greater community, and beyond, click here. The three priorities of the University's current Strategic Plan - "Expanding Access, Achieving Excellence", are to create a community that advances equity, social justice, affirmation and excellence for all, 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. With a significant portion of its student body identifying as people of color, UW Bothell is recognized as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), and 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
Education:

• PhD in physics or related field, or foreign equivalent, required by time of appointment.

Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to:

• Demonstrated commitment to innovative and effective pedagogy
• Demonstrated ability to teach courses in physics
• Expertise in working with diverse student populations

Application Instructions
Please submit the following application materials.

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter, including:
  • Experience teaching undergraduate physics with innovative and effective pedagogy in a university/college environment.
  • Areas of teaching interests, knowledge, and/or experience (e.g., courses and/or specialty). Please identify any courses that you can and would like to teach.
  • Scholarly and pedagogical background relevant to working in the School of STEM
• The School of STEM is committed to creating a community where individuals from all backgrounds and experiences have equal opportunities to participate, succeed, and feel a sense of belonging. We request that each applicant write a statement about their experiences in helping to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for research, teaching, mentoring and/or service. The statement should detail the applicant's experience or plans for supporting the success of students from all backgrounds.
• A list of a minimum of three professional references including their contact information.

Complete applications received by March 27, 2026 will receive priority consideration.
If you have a question about the details of this search/position, or about interfolio, please contact the search committee at uwbpsds@uw.edu.