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Western Washington University

Art History - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

Western Washington University, Bellingham, Washington, us, 98227


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Art History - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy PoolAbout the University

Western Washington University, with over 16,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands and the North Cascades Mountain range. The city lies 90 miles north of Seattle and 60 miles south of Vancouver, British Columbia. Western is the highest-ranking public, master's-granting university in the Pacific Northwest, according to the 2022 U.S. News & World Report rankings.Western 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. Western's greatest strength is the outstanding students, faculty, staff, and alumni/ae who make up its community. Western supports an inclusive governance structure for all and provides a learning and working environment in which everyone can thrive.About the Department

The College of Fine and Performing Arts and the Art & Art History Department support Western's mission, which states that together with our students, staff, and faculty, we are committed to making a positive impact in the state and the world with a shared focus on academic excellence and inclusive achievement. We encourage applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and other candidates from underrepresented backgrounds and with diverse experiences interested in this opportunity.The Department of Art and Art History provides a transformational education that encourages curiosity and facilitates critical inquiry, collaboration, creative problem solving, and community engagement.About the Position

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.Position Responsibilities

Instruction in various Art History courses assigned by Department Chair.Required Qualifications

MA/MFA (or equivalent experience)Demonstrated excellent communication skills and professionalismCommitment to working with diverse students and staff, including cultivating learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgroundsPreferred Qualifications

University level teaching experienceConditions of Employment

All employees must comply with our Immunization policies. Please reach out to

HR@wwu.edu

if you need information regarding medical or religious exemption and applicable accommodations.Salary

Commensurate with experience and qualificationsApplication Instructions

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.Closing Date Notes

Applications are accepted continuously for potential NTT faculty openings; please apply at your earliest convenience. Vacancy pool closes no later than December 31, 2024.Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

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