Anthropology Instructor - Non-Tenure Track (Temp Pool)

WWU College of Business & Economics; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Western Washington University seeks qualified instructors for its Anthropology Department in a temporary, non-tenure-track vacancy pool. Positions are part-time and typically involve lower-division courses across the four anthropology subfields.

The department emphasizes inclusive teaching and active student engagement. Ideal candidates will demonstrate teaching effectiveness, commitment to equity, and the ability to provide meaningful feedback to students while contributing to department

Qualifications

• MA/MS in anthropology or related discipline.
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness in anthropology.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating learning environments that are equitable and inclusive.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary teaching in the introductory and related anthropology courses for undergraduate students.
• Maintain and assess course content, deliver engaging lectures, and foster active student participation.
• Provide timely feedback on course work and examinations; hold regular office hours as per department policy.
• Engage in scholarly and/or creative activity when appropriate and participate in departmental activities.

Skills

Teaching Effectiveness

Inclusive teaching

Education

MA/MS in anthropology

PhD in anthropology (preferred)

Job description

Western Washington University seeks qualified instructors for its Anthropology Department in a temporary, non-tenure-track vacancy pool. Positions are part-time and typically involve lower-division courses across the four anthropology subfields.

The department emphasizes inclusive teaching and active student engagement. Ideal candidates will demonstrate teaching effectiveness, commitment to equity, and the ability to provide meaningful feedback to students while contributing to department