Accounting - Lecturer Part-time, Temporary

Go Huskies; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Washington Tacoma invites applications for lecturer part-time temporary positions at the Milgard School of Business, with an anticipated start date September 1, 2026, for the 2026-2027 academic year. The appointments are generally aligned with the nine-month academic calendar and are 0.33 FTE.

The base salary range is $2,000-$3,097 per month per 5-credit course, commensurate with experience. Teaching may be on-site or online/hybrid, with courses in accounting topics and analytics.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Business or related discipline; CPA license optional for undergrad.
• Minimum five years of teaching experience; onboarding mentoring for new faculty.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver rigorous course content that meets academic standards.
• Ensure delivery aligns with catalog descriptions and learning goals.
• Coordinate with Area Coordinator and Milgard School of Business administration.
• Use effective teaching strategies and student evaluation methods.
• Inform students of all course requirements and provide feedback on a continuing basis.
• Hold regular office hours.
• Use appropriate technology for the course.
• Submit course grades by the deadline.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication

Education

Master’s or PhD in Business or related discipline

CPA license (optional)

Job description

University of Washington: Academic Personnel & Faculty: University of Washington, Tacoma: Milgard School of Business

Location

Tacoma, WA

Open Date

Jul 22, 2026

Description

The Milgard School of Business at the University of Washington Tacoma invites applications for lecturer part-time temporary positions, with an anticipated start date September 1, 2026. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a part-time period throughout the 2026-2027 academic year.

The appointment period is generally in alignment with the nine-month academic quarter (September 1 – June 15) at a .33 FTE. The positions are dependent on curricular need and available funding. Part-time lecturers are non-voting members of the UW Tacoma faculty.

We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in topics including introductory courses in financial and managerial accounting, financial statement analysis, audit, taxation, accounting information systems and analytics, and forensic accounting.

The positions may require on-site face-to-face availability for course instruction or online/hybrid instruction. Teaching assignments may include days and/or evenings. Our graduate programs include weekend course instruction.

The base salary range for this position will be $2,000-$3,097 per month per 5-credit course (0.33 FTE), 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:

• Prepare and deliver rigorous course content that meets the academic standards befitting the University of Washington.
• Ensure that delivery of all course materials fits the catalog course description, meets the stated learning goals for each course, and aligns with existing standards.
• Coordinate with the corresponding Area Coordinator and the Milgard School of Business administration .
• Use appropriate and effective teaching strategies and student evaluation methods.
• Inform students of all course requirements and provide feedback on a continuing basis.
• Hold regular office hours.
• Use appropriate technology for the course.
• Submit course grades by the deadline.

University and School Background

One of three campuses of the University of Washington, UW Tacoma is an urban-serving university that shares the University of Washington’s commitment to high-quality teaching and research and is committed to participating in the educational, cultural and economic development of the South Puget Sound. For more information about UW Tacoma, please visit <http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/> .

The Milgard School of Business, named in recognition of a multi-million-dollar gift from the Milgard family, enjoys strong relationships with businesses and the South Puget Sound community. The AACSB-accredited Milgard School currently has more than 850 students in its undergraduate, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Accounting (MSAcc), Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA), and Master of Cybersecurity and Leadership (MCL) programs, in addition to undergraduate minors in business data analytics and sports enterprise management. Additional information about the Milgard School of Business can be found at http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/business .

Qualifications

Applicants for this instructional faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Candidates should have a Master’s or PhD (or foreign equivalent) in Business or a related discipline. Candidates with an accounting undergraduate degree in accounting, CPA license, and relevant work experience will also be considered for undergraduate courses.
• Candidates should have a demonstrated record of teaching effectiveness or a minimum of five years of experience in a relevant field. Candidates with limited prior teaching experience must be willing to commit to an initial onboarding process that includes guided mentoring by experienced faculty.

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

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 [e-mail].