Biology - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Pool

Overview

Position Title:

Biology - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

Western Washington University, with over 15,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is headquartered in Bellingham, Washington. The campus is located in a coastal community overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and the North Cascades. Western has additional sites in Anacortes, Bremerton, Everett, Port Angeles, and Poulsbo. Western is recognized for its educational programs and faculty excellence and has been named one of the top public master's-granting institutions in the Pacific Northwest for 25 years by U.S. News & World Report.

Western Washington University is committed to excellence through inclusive success, transformational education, and innovative scholarship. The university values inclusive working relationships among diverse populations and the ability to operationalize sustainability concepts into all job duties.

The College of Science and Engineering and the Biology Department support Western's mission to make a positive impact in the state and the world with a focus on academic excellence and inclusive achievement. Applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and other candidates from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged.

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

Teach courses as needed in the Biology Department. The vacancy pool is used for possible openings throughout the academic year and during summer sessions.

Required Qualifications

• MS in Biological Sciences or related field; OR, for select courses, a BS in Biology and exemplary industry experience.
• Successful teaching experience
• Demonstrated commitment to cultivating learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Biological Sciences or related field

All employees must comply with immunization policies, including proof of measles immunity within 60 days of hire. Please contact Human Resources for information regarding medical or religious exemptions and applicable accommodations.

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Benefits overview for faculty positions

United Faculty of Western Washington

A cover letter and curriculum vitae are required and should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications. You will be asked to provide contact information of three references. This vacancy pool is refreshed annually; please see applicable close date information below. Applicants who remain interested should re-submit updated materials to the new pool when posted.

Applications are accepted continuously for potential NTT faculty openings; please apply at your earliest convenience. Vacancy pool closes no later than September 30, 2026.

Western Washington University 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 or expression, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. See WWU’s policies on prohibiting discrimination and sex.

Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance.

WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to assisting with alternate formats or accommodations upon request.

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All new employees must comply with the immunization policy and show employment eligibility verification as required by USCIS. A thorough background check will be conducted on all new hires and rehires, including a sexual misconduct background check.