Assistant Professor of Materials Science & Engineering Western Washington UniversityAssistant Professor of Materials Science & EngineeringBellingham, WA$95,000–$100,000 / yearD. or ABD (at time of application) in materials science and engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related discipline, received from an accredited institution (if ABD, all degree requirements must be completed by June 15th of the first year of employment, e.g., June 15, 2027) + An earned MS degree in engineering or a closely related discipline, and significant, recent, and relevant industry-based professional experience + Evidence of the ability to teach courses in thePolymer Materials Engineering program (https://engineeringdesign.wwu.edu/sites/engineeringdesign.wwu.edu/files/2025-09/PME%20Plan%20of%20Study%202025-2026.pdf#page=1.00) (soon to be Materials Science & Engineering program) + Evidence of the ability to teach premajor engineering courses + Evidence of the ability to teach courses for the upcoming mechanical engineering minor in the Engineering and Design Department + Evidence of commitment and ability to initiate and maintain a relevant program of scholarly activity + Teaching and scholarship philosophies that are closely aligned with the mission of theProgram (https://engineeringdesign.wwu.edu/polymer-materials-engineering) andDepartment (https://engineeringdesign.wwu.edu/mission-statement-and-history) + Evidence of commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and service + Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications: + Recent, relevant experience in industry, industry sponsored grants, commercialization, and/or industry relations + Successful prior teaching and/or curriculum development experience + Experience in conducting a research program with undergraduate students + Experience with one or more of the following: composites materials and processing; advanced thermoplastics & thermosets materials and processing, process automation; computational materials modeling and process simulation; artificial intelligence for materials development or manufacturing, materials and processes for the circular economy; nanomaterials and nanomanufacturing; additive manufacturing; dynamics; thermodynamics; or fluid mechanics Conditions of EmploymentAll employees must comply with our Immunization policies, includingProof of Rubeola Measles Immunity (https://policy.wwu.edu/POL-U1300.01-Requiring-Proof-Of-Rubeola-Measles-Immunity) within 60-days of hire. Position Responsibilities + Teach five classes per year + Supervise hands-on teaching and research laboratory activities and safety practices + Establish an active and sustained research program involving undergraduate students + Seek funding to support and sustain research and academic programs + Advise senior design/capstone projects in the PME/MSE program + Participate in departmental, university, and professional service, including ABET accreditation requirements + Contribute to a collaborative, safe, and engaging learning and working environment Required Qualifications Required Qualifications: + One of the following: + Ph.
Visiting Assistant Professor in Environmental Science Western Washington UniversityVisiting Assistant Professor in Environmental ScienceBellingham, WA$64,000–$68,000 / yearWestern Washington University is committed to achieving excellence through advancing inclusive success, increasing our Washington impact, and focusing on transformational education grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and based on innovative scholarship, research, and creative activity. The College of the Environment and Department of Environmental Sciences support Western's mission, which states that together with our students, staff, and faculty, we strive to making a positive impact in the state and the world with a shared focus on academic excellence and inclusive achievement.
Political Science - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool Western Washington UniversityPolitical Science - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy PoolBellingham, WAWork type: NTT Faculty Location: Bellingham, WA Categories: College of Humanities & Social Science Position TitlePolitical Science - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool About the University Western Washington University, with over 15,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. D. in Political Science or related field + Preference will be given to those with teaching experience Conditions of EmploymentAll employees must comply with our Immunization policies, includingProof of Rubeola Measles Immunity (https://policy.wwu.edu/POL-U1300.01-Requiring-Proof-Of-Rubeola-Measles-Immunity) within 60-days of hire.
Adjunct Faculty, Political Science Instructor Whatcom Community CollegeAdjunct Faculty, Political Science InstructorBellingham, WAFaculty will teach Running Start students (high school students earning dual college and high school credit), students seeing transfer degrees to universities, non-majors and majors. Mission: Whatcom Community College contributes to the vitality of its communities by providing quality education in academic transfer, professional-technical, and lifelong learning, preparing students for active citizenship in a global society.