Chemistry Non-Tenure Track Vacancy Pool

Internal • Bellingham, WA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Western Washington University’s Chemistry Department maintains a pool of qualified candidates for temporary, non-tenure-track teaching positions. Applications are accepted continuously in anticipation of openings during the academic year and summer sessions. Positions are typically filled quarterly and may be part-time, with occasional temporary full-time appointments.

The department offers lecture and laboratory instruction, primarily in 100-level general chemistry, organic and biochemistry laboratories, and upper-division courses in analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, and physical chemistry. Candidates should identify the chemistry or biochemistry areas they are qualified to teach and describe their relevant teaching experience and availability.

The department, College, and University value excellent, current, student-centered teaching. Instructors are expected to engage students in learning through discussion, writing, and analysis; maintain high standards for course content; give students feedback on coursework and examinations; hold regularly scheduled office hours in accordance with department policy; and arrange for students to evaluate their courses using approved evaluation forms. Course evaluations must be made available to department chairs and faculty for annual review.

Employment is subject to university requirements, including compliance with immunization policies and proof of Rubeola measles immunity within 60 days of hire. New employees must also verify employment eligibility before beginning work and undergo a background check, including a sexual misconduct background check. Western Washington University is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• M.S. in chemistry or a related field, such as biochemistry or chemical engineering.
• Experience and skills working with diverse students and staff, including a commitment to cultivating equitable and inclusive learning environments for students with diverse social identities and backgrounds.
• Demonstrated potential for successful teaching at the college level.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field, such as biochemistry or chemical engineering.
• Demonstrated successful experience teaching chemistry lecture and/or laboratory courses at the college level.
• Evidence of teaching ability, such as student course evaluations or peer teaching evaluations, if available.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned chemistry courses in lecture and/or laboratory formats.
• Maintain current knowledge in the discipline and set high standards for course content.
• Actively engage students in learning, including through discussion, writing, and analysis.
• Provide students with feedback on coursework and examinations.
• Hold regularly scheduled office hours in accordance with department policy.
• Have students evaluate courses using standard University evaluation forms or other department-approved forms.
• Make course evaluations available to department chairs and faculty for annual review.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level