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Get Access To All JobsLecturer Part-Time (multi-year), Electrical Engineering – UW Bothell
Position Overview
Organization: Engineering & Mathematics
Title: Lecturer Part-Time (multi-year), Electrical Engineering – UW Bothell
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Engineering and Mathematics at the University of Washington Bothell invites applications for a teaching faculty position at the rank of Lecturer Part Time (multi-year), with an anticipated start date of September 16, 2026. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community.
The successful candidate will join our faculty on a part-time basis with a base load of 55.55%, with potential for up to 88.89% depending on curricular need, for a 9-month service period. 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 non-promotable. Appointments in these positions may be for multiple years (1-5 years), with an anticipated initial appointment of one year. Reappointments are contingent upon instructional needs, performance, and funding.
The full-time (100%) base salary is $8,400-9,000 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 successful candidate will be expected to teach a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses and laboratories in Electrical Engineering.
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 faculties, 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 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.
Qualifications
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than May 25, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by May 25, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Applicants for this teaching faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Education:
- Master’s, preferably Ph.D., degree in electrical engineering or closely related field required by time of appointment.
Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to:
-
Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and the use of innovative and effective pedagogy
-
Demonstrated ability to teach a wide range of courses and labs in electrical engineering, including circuits, analog electronics, digital electronics, and signals and systems, etc.
Instructions
Applications should include the following materials:
-
a cover letter of no more than 2 pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
-
curriculum vitae
-
a statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness
-
a list of previously taught courses, including laboratories, as well as a list of courses from the BEE course offerings that you would be interested in teaching.
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in teaching promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for at least 3 professional referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
If you have a question about the details of this search/position, or about interfolio, please contact the search committee at uwbems@uw.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
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
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
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 dso@uw.edu.
Lecturer Part-Time (multi-year), Electrical Engineering – UW Bothell
Position Overview
Organization: Engineering & Mathematics
Title: Lecturer Part-Time (multi-year), Electrical Engineering – UW Bothell
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Engineering and Mathematics at the University of Washington Bothell invites applications for a teaching faculty position at the rank of Lecturer Part Time (multi-year), with an anticipated start date of September 16, 2026. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community.
The successful candidate will join our faculty on a part-time basis with a base load of 55.55%, with potential for up to 88.89% depending on curricular need, for a 9-month service period. 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 non-promotable. Appointments in these positions may be for multiple years (1-5 years), with an anticipated initial appointment of one year. Reappointments are contingent upon instructional needs, performance, and funding.
The full-time (100%) base salary is $8,400-9,000 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 successful candidate will be expected to teach a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses and laboratories in Electrical Engineering.
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 faculties, 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 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.
Qualifications
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than May 25, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by May 25, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Applicants for this teaching faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Education:
- Master’s, preferably Ph.D., degree in electrical engineering or closely related field required by time of appointment.
Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to:
-
Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and the use of innovative and effective pedagogy
-
Demonstrated ability to teach a wide range of courses and labs in electrical engineering, including circuits, analog electronics, digital electronics, and signals and systems, etc.
Instructions
Applications should include the following materials:
-
a cover letter of no more than 2 pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
-
curriculum vitae
-
a statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness
-
a list of previously taught courses, including laboratories, as well as a list of courses from the BEE course offerings that you would be interested in teaching.
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in teaching promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for at least 3 professional referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
If you have a question about the details of this search/position, or about interfolio, please contact the search committee at uwbems@uw.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
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
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
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 dso@uw.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Master Electrician
Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A Trade Certificate IV or Diploma won't map directly to U.S. job requirements. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved body showing equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree in electrical engineering before applying.
Target employers already filing LCAs for electrical roles
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for certified LCA filings under SOC code 47-2111 (Electricians). Employers with recent filings have already cleared the prevailing wage and process steps you'll need.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation from the start
The E-3 requires a specialty occupation, so your offer letter must specify that a degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field is a stated requirement, not just preferred. Work with your employer to get that language right before filing.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA and consulate prep
The LCA must be DOL-certified before your consulate appointment, and the DS-160 and supporting documents need to align precisely. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment so nothing falls through.
Confirm your employer's E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
E-3 holders must complete Form I-9 on their first day, and employers with federal contracts are required to use E-Verify. Confirm enrollment status before signing, since an employer discovering a gap post-offer creates avoidable delays.
Carry certified LCA copies to your consulate interview
Consular officers routinely ask to see the certified LCA alongside your offer letter. Print the DOL-certified version, not a draft, and bring multiple copies. Missing this document is one of the most common reasons electrical trade applicants get delayed.
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Find Master Electrician JobsMaster Electrician E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Master Electrician jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Master Electrician roles where U.S. employers are open to E-3 sponsorship for Australian candidates. Generic job boards don't filter by visa type or Australian eligibility, so you risk spending time on roles where sponsorship was never on the table. Migrate Mate surfaces positions matched to E-3 requirements.
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Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Master Electrician role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the role is defined by the employer. The E-3 requires the position to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as electrical engineering. A supervisory Master Electrician role tied to engineering systems design or complex project management is more likely to qualify than a hands-on trade position where a license alone is the standard entry requirement.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Master Electrician roles?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens, has a separate 10,500-slot annual allocation that has never been exhausted, and requires no lottery. The H-1B runs an oversubscribed lottery each April with roughly a one-in-four selection rate. For an Australian Master Electrician with a qualifying degree and job offer, the E-3 is a far more predictable and faster path to U.S. employment.
Can I transfer my Australian electrical license to work as a Master Electrician in the U.S.?
Australian electrical licenses are not recognized in the U.S. Each state issues its own Master Electrician license, and requirements vary, including written exams, local code knowledge, and documented hours. Your E-3 visa authorizes you to work, but you'll need to meet the specific licensing requirements of the state where you'll be employed before performing electrical work independently.
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