Lecturers Part-Time, English - 2026-27

UW Medicine; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Washington Seattle invites applications for Part Time Lecturers in the English Department for the 2026-2027 academic year. Positions are non-tenure eligible with a 9-month service period (Sept 16–June 15) and a 50% FTE appointment, starting Sept 16, 2026.

Offers depend on program need and funding; potential to add courses later. Duties include teaching courses in the Program in Writing & Rhetoric (PWR), PWAC, upper-division English literature/language, and/or creative writing.

Qualifications

• Eligible with terminal degree by end of Summer 2026.
• Priority for full year offers given to those who have completed their Ph.D. by Spring 2026.
• Ability to teach in the Program in Writing & Rhetoric (PWR) and related programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Program in Writing & Rhetoric (PWR), PWAC, and upper-division English.
• Teach literature, language, and/or creative writing courses as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

UW Writing Program

Education

Ph.D. or terminal degree

Job description

University of Washington: Academic Personnel & Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences: HUMANITIES DIVISION: English

Location

University of Washington Seattle

Open Date

Feb 20, 2026

Description

Position Description

The English Department is now accepting applications for Part Time Lecturers for the 2026-2027 academic year. These positions are non-tenure eligible with a 9-month service period (September 16 – June 15) and an anticipated start date of September 16, 2026. Appointments are determined by program need, available funding, and the eligible pool of candidates. Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to, prior teaching experience in a UW Writing Program. We will assemble a pool of qualified candidates in April 2026 and anticipate making offers as soon as possible. After initial offers are made in the spring and/or summer, additional hires, quarters and courses may be added depending on available funding.

Duties: The duties will include teaching courses in the Program in Writing & Rhetoric (PWR), the Program for Writing Across Campus (PWAC), upper division English literature and language courses, and/or creative writing courses.

Salary: The appointment will be at 50% FTE of the full-time rate. The full-time base salary range for this position will be $7,242 - $7,967 per month, prorated based on the appointment FTE, and commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Eligibility: To be eligible for an offer for Autumn Quarter 2026, applicants must have received their terminal degree by the end of Summer Quarter 2026. Priority for full year offers will be given to those who have completed their Ph.D. by the end of Spring Quarter 2026. Applicants with satisfactory progress toward the degree and demonstrated teaching excellence will be given preference. Applicants completing their degree during Summer Quarter may receive an offer contingent on completion of the degree during summer quarter. To be eligible for appointments starting Winter Quarter 2027, the terminal degree must be completed before the end of Autumn Quarter 2026. Anyone expecting to be eligible anytime in the coming year must apply now, indicating the quarter in which they expect to complete the degree.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Title IX Notice

Title IX Notice

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Office of the Title IX Coordinator

Valery Richardson, Title IX Coordinator 4311 11th Ave NE Seattle, WA 98105 206-221-7932 [e-mail]

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conductthis search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossieraccount and can send all application materials, includingconfidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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 .

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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].