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Research Technologist Supervisor Bellingham, WA Institute of Watershed Studies (4330) Open until Filled
The Institute for Watershed Studies (IWS) is hiring a Research Technologist Supervisor. This position manages the activities of a research laboratory to accomplish goals related to the mission of the Institute, including quality assurance/quality control, accreditation, and sample analysis. The Research Technologist Supervisor position also assists in the design of experiments and long-term studies; analyzes experimental results and prepares reports for publication; conducts water quality monitoring on lakes and tributaries; and supervises and mentors temporary and student employees.
Temporary Medical Assistant Bellingham, WA Student Health Center (7420)
WWU Student Health Center is hiring Temporary Medical Assistants. This role works under the direction of an Advanced Practice Clinician or MD, and provides safe therapeutic care for a diverse population of university-age patients in a university setting.
Assistant Professor of Ethnic Studies (Black Studies) Bellingham, WA Ethnic Studies (3540) Open until Filled
The Department of Ethnic Studies at Western Washington University is inviting applications for Assistant Professor in Black Studies beginning Fall 2026.
Academic/Career Advisor Bellingham, WA Academic Advising & Student Achievement Center (7275) Open until Filled
Academic/Career Advisor - Academic Advising & Student Achievement Center Come join our Academic Advising & Student Achievement Center (AASAC) team! The Academic/Career Advisor works within a team of professional and student advisors in the AASAC, the central undergraduate advising office at Western Washington University. In this role, one will employ a philosophy of strengths-based and student-centered advising to assist a diverse population of students. AASAC services and programs focus on all undergraduate students with a specific target toward supporting first year (freshmen/Running Start) and transfer students, students who are undecided about their academic goals, and students experiencing academic difficulties. In this role, one will assist students to develop academic and career plans consistent with their interests, abilities, and aspirations and to utilize available resources to achieve academic and personal success. In this role, one will also be responsible for supporting the mandatory Advising & Registration (A&R) sessions for new students admitted to Western throughout the academic year. This is a full-time, 12-month position that reports to a Senior Academic/Career Advisor. Some evening and weekend work is required in this position and staff are expected to be available to support A&R activities for fall registration (mid-July through August) and in the weeks leading up to the start of other academic terms.
Biology - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Biology Department Open Continuously
NTT Faculty Vacancy Pool - Biology Department The Biology Department maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary teachings positions. 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 rare opportunities for temporary, full-time appointments. Positions may because available at any time and are typically filled on a quarterly basis.
Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Bellingham, WA Electrical and Computer Engineering (3860)
Western Washington University (WWU) invites applications from candidates for a tenure-track faculty position in Electrical and Computer Engineering. The position is full-time, 9-months, at the Assistant Professor level, with a start date of September 16, 2026.
Assistant to AVP for Finance & Bus Services & AVP for Safety-Police Chief Bellingham, WA AVP for Finance & Business Services (5310) Open until Filled
We’re seeking a dynamic and highly organized professional to serve as the Assistant to the Assistant Vice President for Finance and Business Services and the Assistant Vice President for Security/Chief of Police at the University Police Department. This pivotal role provides confidential, executive-level administrative support and helps coordinate the operations of two essential university units. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at managing sensitive information, and enjoy supporting leadership, we’d love to hear from you.
Assistant Resident Director Bellingham, WA University Residences - Residence Life (8070) Open until Filled
The assistant resident director (ARD) is a full-time hourly (40 hours per week)/overtime eligible, 12-month appointment, live-in position within University Residences reporting to a supervising resident director (SRD). The ARD supports the supervising resident director in the management of a residential community of 550 - 700 students in the tasks of: developing diverse and inclusive communities; enhancing student learning; developing consciousness regarding principles of equity, respect, and individual and collective responsibility; providing conduct adjudication and hall council advisement; and supervising and training paraprofessional staff. Over the summer, ARDs work with summer athletic camps through University Residences Conferences and Guest Housing operations.
Department of Ethnic Studies Non-tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Ethnic Studies (3540) Open Continuously
The Department of Ethnic Studies maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary teaching positions. In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year, applications are accepted continuously for temporary non-tenure-track positions on a part-time basis. Positions may become available at any time and are typically filled on a quarterly basis.
Assistant Professor, Hydrogeology Bellingham, WA Geology Department Open until Filled
The Geology Department at Western Washington University (WWU) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Hydrogeology to begin Sept 16, 2026. We seek individuals who are enthusiastic about teaching and who will establish a productive research program that involves undergraduate and Masters-level students. The ideal candidate will support our department’s ability to produce workforce-ready geoscientists. Broad areas of research interest may include, but are not limited to, groundwater-surface water interactions, environmental hydrogeology, and groundwater systems (e.g. geothermal, fault zone, coastal, mountain).
First Year Academic Programs and Community Engagement Non Tenure-track Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (2103) Open Continuously
The Office of the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs invites applications for non-tenure-track teaching opportunities for first-year academic and community-based programs at Western Washington University.
Geology Faculty NTT Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Geology Department Open Continuously
Geology Department NTT Faculty Vacancy Pool
Music - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Music Department (4240) Open Continuously
In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year and summer sessions, applications are accepted continuously for temporary non-tenure track faculty 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.
Art History - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Art & Art History (4220) Open Continuously
The Art & Art History 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 non-tenure track 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. This pool is specifically for candidates interested in teaching art history courses.
Henry G. Schwarz Visiting Lecturer in Mongolian Studies Bellingham, WA Office of Global Engagement (2105)
East Asian Studies seeks qualified candidates for Fall Quarter 2026 or Winter Quarter 2027 to teach one 5-credit course in any academic discipline, with a focus on the study of Mongolia; plus an additional 3 hours per week in relevant professional service related to the Western Libraries Mongolia Collection and promotion of Mongolian Studies in the campus and local communities.
Decision Sciences - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Decision Sciences (4061) Open Continuously
Decision Sciences - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool The Decision Sciences Department invites applications for a vacancy pool from which candidates will be selected to fill full and part-time, non-tenure track positions. Positions may become available at any time and are typically filled as they become available.
Chemistry Non-Tenure Track Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA College of Science & Engineering Open Continuously
The Chemistry 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 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.
Physics/Astronomy - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Physics - Astronomy Department Open Continuously
The Department of Physics & Astronomy 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 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.
Office of Global Engagement - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Bellingham, WA Office of Global Engagement (2105) Open Continuously
The Office of Global Engagement maintains a vacancy pool of qualified persons interested in temporary teaching positions to teach the Introduction to Global Studies and other courses in the Global Studies minor. In anticipation of possible openings throughout the academic year, applications are accepted continuously for temporary non-tenure-track teaching positions on a part-time basis. Positions may become available at any time.
Activity Coordinator Bellingham, WA Campus Recreation Services (8705) Open Continuously
Are you a qualified and passionate fitness professional? We would love to consider you for our team of instructors for the Faculty & Staff Wellness Program at WWU. The purpose of the instructor/activity coordinator is to facilitate exercise and wellness classes. The consistency and quality of this class instruction plays a key role in creating an environment that supports and encourages wellness. With this position, Western employees can better attain and sustain a healthy lifestyle that encompasses all dimensions of wellness.

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