The Department of Engineering & Mathematics of the School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) at the University of Washington Bothell (UWB) invites applications for a teaching track position in Electrical Engineering at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor. While primarily focused on teaching, teaching track faculty at the University of Washington are also expected to engage in scholarship and service. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month academic year appointment beginning September 16, 2026.
The base salary range for this position will be $11,143 - $11,729 per month during the nine-month academic year ($100,287-$105,561 annually), 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 wide range of undergraduate courses, supervise capstone projects, engage in scholarship, participate in multi-disciplinary collaborative projects, and support and enhance learning for students from diverse backgrounds.
Candidates will be considered across a range of research and teaching interests in electrical engineering. Current needs are greatest in analog and digital circuit design, particularly as applied to biomedical systems.
In addition to their teaching interest, the successful candidate will be expected to teach core undergraduate courses, spanning from circuits, devices, digital circuit design, signal & systems, and laboratories as well as capstone supervision.
The Electrical Engineering program is part of the Department of Engineering and Mathematics, which is housed in the School of STEM. In addition to Electrical Engineering, the department has programs in mechanical engineering, computer engineering, and Mathematics. The program offers a BS in Electrical Engineering, a BS in Computer Engineering (jointly run with the Department of Computer Systems and Software (CSS), an MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and a Graduate Certificate in Electrical and Computer Engineering Foundation. The Electrical Engineering program is comprised of 8 full-time and several part-time faculty, with vast academic and industrial experience. The EE faculty have expertise in a broad range of areas, including power systems, signal processing, communication systems, power electronics, embedded systems, design of organic cells, AI and machine learning, etc. The program has well-equipped labs and facilities to conduct teaching and research.
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. Nearly every School of STEM faculty member engages undergraduate and master’s students as research collaborators, and we pride ourselves on our community engaged teaching and research to realize our vision to be an indispensable partner in the region. 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 enrollment is approximately 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 diverse student populations and who can contribute to a campus culture that promotes equity among colleagues. Diversity and inclusion are core values at UW Bothell.
Freqently Asked Questions
Bothell's academic scene is growing, with UW Bothell expanding STEM fields. The Assistant Teaching Professor role in electrical engineering sees moderate competition, driven by local tech industry ties and demand for educators skilled in analog and digital circuit design. Candidates with interdisciplinary expertise often stand out.
While formal certifications aren't mandatory, UW Bothell values faculty with hands-on experience in analog and digital circuits, biomedical systems, and collaborative STEM research. Proficiency in multidisciplinary projects and evidence-based teaching methods boosts candidacy given the university’s innovative STEM focus.
Strong foundations in electrical engineering topics like circuits, signal processing, and digital design are vital. Proven teaching ability, research engagement, and experience supervising capstone projects elevate effectiveness. Candidates demonstrating commitment to diverse student engagement and pedagogical innovation gain advantage.
With STEM education expanding nationally and UW Bothell’s investment in engineering programs, prospects are promising. The role balances teaching with scholarly work, appealing to candidates eager to impact undergraduate education while contributing to research and community initiatives.
This position involves delivering comprehensive undergraduate electrical engineering courses, guiding capstone projects, and participating in interdisciplinary research collaborations. The role also requires contributing to curriculum development and fostering an inclusive learning environment aligned with UW Tacoma’s professional and community-driven ethos.
Faculty receive mentorship, opportunities for scholarship, and engagement in collaborative projects enhancing both teaching skills and research portfolios. The center encourages innovation in pedagogy and community partnerships, promoting professional development paths tailored to the evolving academic landscape.
The monthly base salary ranges approximately from $11,143 to $11,729 during the nine-month academic year, translating to about $100,287 to $105,561 annually. Compensation aligns with experience and prevailing wage standards, reflecting the region’s competitive market for teaching faculty in engineering.
UW Bothell emphasizes community-engaged learning and interdisciplinary collaboration across STEM fields. Teaching Professors here integrate research with pedagogy, working closely with diverse student populations and utilizing state-of-the-art facilities, which may contrast with more traditional lecture-focused roles elsewhere.
Absolutely. Beyond teaching, faculty are expected to contribute to scholarship, supervise student research projects, and actively participate in service activities that support the university’s mission of equity, diversity, and community engagement within the STEM disciplines.
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