Assistant Professor of Race and UrbanismPosition OverviewOrganization: School of Urban Studies Title: Assistant Professor of Race and Urbanism Position DetailsPosition DescriptionThe School of Urban Studies at the University of Washington Tacoma invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Race and Urbanism. This is a full-time position with a 9-month service period that begins in September 2021 (Autumn Quarter). We are seeking applicants in any discipline who have research interests as described in the qualifications section. The individual hired for this position will integrate inclusive pedagogical techniques into teaching/learning, teach innovative classes in undergraduate and graduate programs in the School of Urban Studies, actively participate in service to the university and profession, and contribute to a diverse and inclusive community of faculty, staff, and students. Established in 2001, the School Urban Studies currently offers degrees leading to a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies, a Bachelor of Arts in Sustainable Urban Development, a Bachelor of Science in Urban Design, a Master of Arts in Community Planning, and a Master of Science in Geospatial Technologies, along with a certificate program in Geographic Information Systems. The School of Urban Studies currently enrolls approximately 130 undergraduate and graduate students and has 12 full-time faculty. 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. Located largely in renovated historical buildings in Tacoma’s downtown warehouse district, UW Tacoma serves a diverse population of South Puget Sound students. UW Tacoma’s commitment to diversity is central to maintaining an atmosphere wherein students, staff, faculty, and community members find abundant opportunities for intellectual, personal, and professional growth. As a school rooted in social justice and equity, Urban Studies is committed to diversity among its faculty and student body. For more information about UW Tacoma, see our website at http://www.tacoma.washington.edu. Qualifications
InstructionsInitial screening will begin on February 1st, 2021, and continue until the position is filled. Applications should be submitted electronically through Interfolio Faculty Search. Questions can be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Anaid Yerena, yerena@uw.edu.
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