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Assistant Professor, Archaeology Bellingham, WA Anthropology Department (3320) Open until Filled
The Department of Anthropology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Archaeology, to begin in September 2026. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or ABD at the time of application and will have a strong foundation in the archaeology of western North America, with a preference for Pacific Northwest (including the Salish Sea, Northwest Coast, and/or the Columbia and Fraser Plateau regions). The methodological specialty within archaeology is open. The Department is committed to maintaining a strong four fields approach to teaching and scholarship.
Sociology Visiting Assistant Professor - Western on the Peninsula, Sociology for Professionals Poulsbo, WA, Bremerton, WA, Peninsulas WP Admin
The Department of Sociology at Western Washington University invites applications for a fixed three-year term Visiting Assistant Professor of qualified persons interested in teaching and service for Western on the Peninsula at the Olympic College locations in the Bremerton and Poulsbo, WA region beginning Fall 2026.
Education Leadership - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Woodring College of Education Educational Leadership - Educational Administration (3235) Open Continuously
The Education Leadership Program, Department of Education Leadership & Inclusive Teaching, offers graduate degrees (EdD & MEd) and administrator certificate programs (Principal & Superintendent) at our Bellingham campus, the State of Washington distance learning and distance learning online in British Columbia.
History Non-Tenure Track Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA History Department (3410) Open Continuously
The Department of History maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary or limited-term teaching positions.
Executive Director of Admissions Bellingham, WA Admissions (2110) Open until Filled
As part of the Division of Academic Affairs and reporting to the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management, the Executive Director of Admissions leads a team of about 30 permanent staff and a large team of student staff and is charged with developing and executing Western Washington University’s admissions and recruitment strategies. This role demands strong leadership, exceptional communication skills, technological fluency, a deep dedication to excellence in higher education, and a commitment to student success and development. The Executive Director is an integral part of the Enrollment Management Unit and a critical player in developing enrollment strategies for the university. In addition to leading the admissions team and being an effective manager, this leader will foster meaningful relationships across campus and in the community, always with a student-centered approach. The Executive Director will lead recruitment efforts in alignment with the university’s vision and strategic plan, working in partnership with campus stakeholders to attract and enroll a diverse and talented undergraduate student body—including first-year, transfer, international, visiting/non-matriculating, returning, and dual enrolled—for the Bellingham campus and other WWU locations. In addition to leading an efficient and effective admissions and recruitment operation, the Executive Director will be a collaborative leader and a diplomatic communicator who excels at bringing stakeholders together to support effective and data-driven decision-making in the search, outreach, recruitment, and yield of new students.
Assistant Professor - Physics and Astronomy Bellingham, WA Physics - Astronomy Department
Full-time, tenure-track assistant professor, beginning September 2026. Western Washington University (WWU) invites applications from candidates who will contribute to the department’s curriculum at all levels, and establish an active and sustainable research program with opportunities to engage WWU undergraduates. The Department and the College of Science and Engineering support WWU’s mission to bring together individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives in an inclusive, student-centered university that develops the potential of learners and the well-being of communities.
Environmental Studies Non-Tenure Track Instructor Pool Bellingham, WA Department of Environmental Studies-Education/Geography/Planning/Policy (4390) Open Continuously
The Department of Environmental Studies maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary teaching opportunities. In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year and summer sessions, applications are accepted continuously for temporary non-tenure track teaching and/or clinical educator 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.
Accounting - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Accounting Department (4020) Open Continuously
Accounting-Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool The Department of Accounting maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary teaching. In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year and summer sessions, applications are accepted continuously for temporary non-tenure track teaching 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.
Secondary Education - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Secondary Education (3265) Open Continuously
Secondary Education - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool The Secondary Education Department maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary, part-time teaching in secondary methods courses and supporting certification courses. In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year, applications are accepted continuously for temporary non-tenure track teaching positions.
Human Services Program - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Everett, WA, Bellingham, WA Health and Community Studies (3225) Open Continuously
The Human Services Program offers a baccalaureate degree in Human Services in Bellingham, Distance-Learning, and Everett. Woodring College of Education, Department of Health and Community Studies is seeking exceptionally qualified faculty at the rank of Instructor in the Human Services undergraduate program. Teaching positions are assigned for the quarter (fall, winter, spring and summer) and are temporary and typically part-time, based upon the needs of the Program. Courses may include face to face, online and hybrid instruction; face-to-face classes are primarily offered during the afternoon and/or evening hours.
Adult and Higher Education Masters Program - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Health and Community Studies (3225) Open Continuously
The Adult and Higher Education graduate program, Department of Health & Community Studies in Woodring College of Education is currently seeking exceptionally qualified persons interested in temporary, non-tenure track teaching positions. The positions are usually part-time - one course per year. Positions may become available at any time and are typically filled on a quarterly course-by-course basis.
Rehabilitation Counseling Masters Program - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Everett, WA Health and Community Studies (3225) Open Continuously
Woodring College of Education, Department of Health and Community Studies is seeking exceptionally qualified faculty at the rank of Instructor to teach for the MA in Rehabilitation Counseling program. Teaching positions are assigned for the quarter (fall, winter, spring, and summer) and are temporary and part-time, based upon the needs of the program. In-person courses are primarily offered during the late afternoon and/or evening hours.
Field Supervisor for Office of Field Experience - Non-Tenure Track Vacancy Pool Everett, WA, Bellingham, WA, Seattle, WA, Peninsulas, Renton, WA Office of Field Experiences (3242)
Non-Tenure Track University Intern Coordinators (NTT UICs) supervise teacher education candidates and collaborate with school personnel in the evaluation, support, and mentoring of each candidate.
Research Assistant Professor Anacortes, WA Shannon Point Marine Center (2150)
The Shannon Point Marine Center (SPMC) invites applications for a university supported, year-round, half-time Research Assistant Professor position with expertise in biological oceanography. This non-tenure track research faculty position will be based at the Shannon Point Marine Center (SPMC) in Anacortes, Washington with the position title granted through the Marine and Coastal Science (MACS) program.
Institute for Energy Studies - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Institute for Energy Studies (2175) Open Continuously
Institute for Energy Studies - Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Vacancy Pool The Institute for Energy Studies maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary, non-tenure-track teaching positions. The positions are usually part-time, with occasional opportunities for full-time appointments. Positions may become available at any time and are typically filled on a quarterly basis.
Instructor, Early Childhood, Elementary, and Multilingual Education Bellingham, WA Woodring College of Education General (3210) Open Continuously
The Early Childhood, Elementary, and Multilingual Education Department maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary teaching positions. In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year and summer sessions, applications are accepted continuously for temporary, part-time or full-time appointments. Positions may become available at any time and are typically filled on a quarterly basis.
Journalism - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Journalism Department (3430) Open Continuously
The Department of Journalism maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary teaching positions. In anticipation of possible openings throughout the year, 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. Our lecturers teach sections of existing courses in journalism, public relations or visual journalism.
Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Polymer Materials Engineering -- Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Engineering and Design Department Open Continuously
The Engineering & Design Department maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary teaching in Engineering (ENGR), Manufacturing Engineering (MFGE), or Polymer Materials Engineering (PME). In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year and summer sessions, 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.
Industrial Design – Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Engineering and Design Department Open Continuously
The Engineering & Design Department maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary teaching in Industrial Design. In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year and summer sessions, 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.
Director of Financial Aid Systems Bellingham, WA Financial Aid (7600)
The Financial Aid Department at Western Washington University is seeking a Director of Financial Aid Systems. The Director has high level leadership responsibility for Western Washington University, directing the Systems and Operations enterprises for Financial Aid. The Director reports to the Executive Director of Financial Aid (ED-Fin Aid), providing strategic administration of student financial aid programs through the effective implementation, configuration, and management of financial aid software for the Financial Aid department and by oversight of application processing flow, systems documentation, and staff training. The Director supervises the Assistant Director for Financial Aid Operations, one Senior Financial Aid Counselor, and indirectly supervises three classified program coordinators and one program assistant who serve within the Financial Aid Operations Center. Additionally, the Director coordinates the work of two IT Business Analysts on the Student & Faculty Systems Team in Enterprise and Application Services. The Director completes reports and surveys with significant compliance implications for the institution. This leader oversees administration of a number of financial aid programs, has significant responsibility for managing disbursement of millions of dollars of federal and state aid for the institution, and serves as a member of the Financial Aid Leadership Team.

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