Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Non-Tenure Track Faculty Pool

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Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Non‑Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

Bellingham, Washington

Western Washington University, with over 15,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 people.

Our department offers majors in Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, and Latin American Studies, and minors in Classical Studies, Greek, Latin, and Russian. Faculty also participate in interdisciplinary programs such as Canadian‑American Studies, East Asian Studies, the Honors Program, Latin American Studies, and the Linguistics Department.

The department, college, and university value teaching, and we expect you to be an excellent teacher who is current in your discipline, engages students actively in learning through discussion, writing, and analysis, and maintains high standards for course content. You will provide feedback on coursework and examinations, hold regular office hours, and submit course evaluations each semester. You must use the university’s standard evaluation form or a provost‑approved alternative.

• MA in the target language or a related field
• Demonstrated potential for successful teaching
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments for diverse students

• PhD in the target language or a related field
• Demonstrated successful teaching ability
• Experience working with diverse students and staff

All employees must comply with our immunization policies, including proof of measles immunity within 60 days of hire. Contact HR for medical or religious exemptions and accommodations.

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

A cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. The application should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications. You will be asked to provide contact information for three references.

Applications are accepted continuously for potential NTT faculty openings; the vacancy pool closes no later than November 30, 2026.

Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with applicable laws, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, citizenship or immigration status, pregnancy, protected leave, genetic status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

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