Psychology - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Pool

Position: Psychology - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

Psychology – Non‑Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

Position Title:

Psychology – Non‑Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

About the University

Western Washington University, with over 15,000 students in seven colleges and a graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands and the North Cascades Mountain range. Western is committed to advancing inclusive success, increasing our Washington impact, and focusing on transformational education grounded in the liberal arts and sciences.

About

the Department

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Psychology Department support Western’s mission. The department offers undergraduate degrees in behavioral neuroscience and human development, and master’s programs in experimental psychology, school counseling, and clinical mental health counseling. The department promotes five primary areas of teaching and research expertise:
Social, Clinical, Developmental, Cognitive, and Neuroscience, and cross‑area interests and collaborations are encouraged.

About the Position

The Psychology Department maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary teaching. Applications are accepted continuously for temporary non‑tenure track teaching positions on a part‑time basis with occasional opportunities for temporary, full‑time appointments. Positions may become available at any time and are typically filled on a quarterly basis.

Position Responsibilities

• Exhibit excellent teaching skills and remain current in the discipline.
• Engage students actively in their learning, including discussion, writing, and analysis.
• Set high standards regarding course content.
• Provide students with feedback on coursework and examinations.
• Maintain regular office hours in keeping with department policy.
• Use standard University evaluation forms or approved alternatives to evaluate courses.
• Make evaluations available to department chairs and faculty for annual review.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate or ABD in Psychology or a closely related discipline.
• Successful teaching experience in higher education.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equity and inclusive learning environments for students with diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Psychology or a closely related discipline.
• Evidence of scholarship.

Conditions of Employment

All employees must comply with our Immunization policies, including proof of Rubeola and Measles immunity within 60 days of hire. Please reach out to HR for information regarding medical or religious exemptions and applicable accommodations.

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Materials

• A cover letter addressing your experience related to the position responsibilities, the required and preferred qualifications, and your past and/or potential contributions to accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Sample syllabi and teaching evaluations from relevant courses.
• Names and contact information of three references.

Closing Date Notes

Applications are accepted continuously for potential NTT faculty openings; please apply at your earliest convenience. Vacancy pool closes no later than May 31, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and parenting status), disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs.

WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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