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Instructor (Part-Time), Professional and Continuing Education – UX Research Specialization

University of Washington Seattle, WA 🇺🇸 Remote

Seattle, WA

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$1,850 - $1,950/mo Part time Continuing Education Course Developer Instructor

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Job Description

Teaching opportunity with UW Continuum College in a part-time, non-credit Professional and Continuing Education (PCE) program focused on UX Research Specialization. You will co-instruct an online course, helping adult learners strengthen core competencies in UX research through a structured curriculum delivered on Zoom. The role is part-time and temporary as an academic staff position, with pay in the $1,850 to $1,950 monthly range per course (CEU), depending on experience and qualifications.

What you’ll do

Serve as a part-time co-instructor for the UX Research Specialization non-credit program. In this role, you’ll engage with students as a subject matter expert, teach according to the program’s curriculum plan, and assess learner competency. You will also coordinate with other instructors and instructional assistants to maintain continuity across the certificate program.

Present course content and learning materials while assessing whether learners meet course competencies.
Teach to a set curriculum plan with clear learning outcomes and competencies.
Customize lesson slides and course content for the scheduled course while aligning to the established objectives; instructors are encouraged to personalize based on teaching style and UX research specialization experience.
Prepare the course syllabus in advance of the start date using provided templates.
Keep lesson plans and presentation materials relevant and current for the full course.
Teach all class sessions at the scheduled times.
Respond to student questions and provide timely feedback on assignments.
Coordinate with other instructors and instructional assistants to support curriculum continuity across courses.
Adapt instructional techniques based on feedback from students and the Program Manager, using sound pedagogical practices.
Complete instructor onboarding, required learning technology training, and other training as needed.
Observe FERPA, HIPAA, and other privacy laws and policies.
Participate in 1–2 instructor meetings and information sessions per year (in addition to onboarding and training).
Make efforts to attend social events coordinated by Continuum College for students to build relationships and strengthen the alumni community.
Promote the program to increase awareness and student enrollment.

Course and scheduling details

Program format: Delivered entirely online via Zoom.
Duration: PCE courses are generally 10 weeks and align with the UW academic quarter calendar.
Course credit: The non-credit UX Research Specialization course is 3.6 CEUs.
Class time: Tuesday evenings, 6–9pm PST.
Planned run: March 30, 2027 through June 15, 2027.
Applicants will be considered for courses occurring March through June 2027.
Role status: UWC2 Extension Lecturers/Instructors are Academic Staff, not faculty, and are part-time, temporary positions.
Appointment type: Instructor or co-instructor assigned based on programmatic need; co-instructor pay is prorated based on assigned duties.

Minimum qualifications

At least five years of professional experience in UX Research including one or more of: qualitative research, usability testing, survey research, quantitative methods, or UX research tools.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability and desire to work effectively with individuals from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability and willingness to teach with minimal supervision, maintaining high standards of professionalism, punctuality, and content relevance for adult students.
Legal authorization to work and receive compensation in the United States; not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Preferred experience

Prior teaching or mentoring experience, especially with adult learners.
Experience teaching or presenting in an online environment.

Compensation

$1,850–$1,950 per CEU per course, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to apply

Describe your areas of interest and expertise related to this course (applications without this information will not be considered).
Submit your resume or CV.
Provide two references with names and contact information (optional).
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and reviewed intermittently based on program needs.
Priority consideration for applications received by November 29, 2027.

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