Position Title: Chemistry Adjunct Instructor

Location: Bellingham, WA

Salary: $87.19 Hourly

Department: Instruction

Category: Instructor

Job Type: Adjunct Faculty

Job Number: 2026-00004

DESCRIPTION Description

Summary:

Bring chemistry to life for students pursuing meaningful, in-demand careers. In this role, you’ll design and teach engaging chemistry coursework, support student success through hands-on instruction and timely feedback, and collaborate with a diverse, mission-driven academic community. If you’re passionate about teaching, innovation, and making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Salary: $5,754- $6,713.63 (66-77 hours; $87.19 per hour) per course Position Duties & Responsibilities

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

A Chemistry Instructor will develop and teach coursework and curriculum that comprise the department’s degrees

• Plan and teach Chemistry courses during the term as specified by the academic schedule
• Use instructional technology, including learning management systems and other hybrid methods to deliver coursework
• Provide timely and accurate assessment feedback to students
• Plan, supervise, and evaluate students' progress
• Hold office hours
• Maintain related student records, evaluations, and progress reports
• Provide course syllabus for each class
• Consult with other college faculty and staff on issues relevant to students’ success and retention
• Work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Demonstrate respect for others
• Participate in departmental meetings and activities
• Contribute to college-wide goals and activities
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to Bellingham Technical College's Mission
• Perform other duties as assigned

About Bellingham Technical College:

BTC is a premier higher education institution working to provide student-centered, high quality professional technical education throughout Whatcom County and is the only technical college serving northwest Washington State. The College is uniquely positioned to offer exceptional training and educational opportunities to area residents and employers. Founded in 1957 as Bellingham Vocational Institute, it has continued to offer high-quality education in a supportive, student-first environment. BTC has been serving its region with workforce education degrees and certificates to approximately 6,000 students per year. The college provides professional technical programs and courses, adult basic education, English Language Acquisition programs, academic courses, community education, a few direct transfer degree opportunities, and two Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees. BTC works closely with regional employers and other partners to develop programs and train students to fill regional workforce demands and support economic development.

BTC is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming campus that supports diversity, promotes a sense of community, provides an effective work and learning environment, and encourages respect for individuals. As an Equal Opportunity employer, BTC values diversity and aims to recruit employees that reflect the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to a successful and supportive learning environment for a diverse student and employee population with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively with diverse students, colleagues, staff and a community who represent a broad spectrum of ages, abilities, ethnicities, and educational, economic, and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain program systems and equipment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and teambuilding skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and on a variable schedule

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of master’s degree in chemistry or other closely related Chemistry discipline, OR Master's degree in Education, Teaching, or related field AND 24 upper division credits in Chemistry.
• Prior to final hire, a pre-employment background, including criminal history and signed declaration statement as it pertains to sexual misconduct per Washington State Law (RCW 28B.112.080) will be conducted. Employment is contingent on passing the background check and signed declaration per RCW 28b.112.080 satisfactory to the college. Information from the background check and declaration will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. This position has access to children under the age of 18 as part of the State of Washington Running Start Program

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of teaching at the post-secondary level
• Experience with course design and/or curriculum development
• Experience with hybrid instruction
• Experience or interest in working closely with instructors from various technical fields

Supplemental Information

Compensation, Work Schedule and Benefits:

Per course compensation ranges from $5,754- $6,713.63 (66-77 hours; $87.19 per hour). Rate of pay includes payment for extra duties required for the teaching, prep-time, meetings, office hours, and professional functions associated with this assignment.

Benefits:

This position will receive prorated leave based on the BEA CBA:

• Receive sick leave per academic year (based on 7.5 hours per month)
• 5% per hour above the teaching rate doctoral stipend if teaching a five credit or more course (not paid on contract training, community or continuing ed courses)
• 3 In addition, a 5% Longevity premium rate after teaching 1375 hours at BTC

Additional optional benefits include ability to participate in:

• Discounts for automobile and homeowner insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Up to 21 days of military leave
• Up to 5 days of paid bereavement leave
• Paid civil/jury duty
• Bereavement leave

Bargaining Unit:

• The position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the Bellingham Educational Association (BEA) Benefits are subject to the CBA.

Application Procedures and Deadline:

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online at www.btc.edu/jobs and received by 5 p.m. on 2/19/2026 for priority consideration. Application materials received after this date and time may be considered until the position is filled.

More information about Bellingham Technical College is at www.btc.edu or contact the Human Resources Office at (360) 752-8354. At this time, BTC is not sponsoring H-1B Visas.

Required Online Application Materials:

(Attachments in Word or PDF file only)

• Complete the BTC online application
• Attach a 1–2-page statement addressed to Human Resources that describes how you meet the Minimum and/or Preferred Qualifications for this position and any additional experience you feel qualifies you for consideration for this position.
• Candidates selected for interviews will be provided with a topic for a 15-minute teaching demonstration at the time interviews are scheduled
• Official transcripts of any degrees listed and copies of licenses will be required upon hire, but not as part of the application process

Interviews are tentatively scheduled for February 27, 2026

Estimated Start Date: April 6, 2026, for Spring Quarter (April 7th- June 26th)

The application package and all materials submitted with it become the property of the college and will not be returned or considered for additional or future openings.

Mission: Bellingham Technical College provides student-centered, high-quality professional technical education for today's needs and tomorrow's opportunities.

Employment Eligibility Verification: Bellingham Technical College employs only United States citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

Bellingham Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, creed, color, sex, gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, national origin, age, religion, disability, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, pregnancy, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in its programs, activities, and services. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies/Section 504: Allison Mack, Director for Human Resources, 360.752.8354, or hr@btc.edu. For Title IX compliance, contact: Michele Waltz, Vice President of Student Services, 360.752.8440, or title9@btc.edu. Mailing address: 3028 Lindbergh Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225. BTC publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Accessibility Resources office at 360.752.8576.

BENEFITS

Adjunct Faculty positions are not expected to be eligible for health and retirement benefits upon hire.

However, Adjunct Faculty may be eligible for health and retirement benefits upon hire depending on certain criteria. Eligibility requirements depend on length of employment and workload. Employment at other WA State colleges may be considered in determining eligibility.

Adjunct faculty receive some sick leave accrual; ability to participate in an employee assistance program (EAP); potential tuition waiver benefits depending on percent of full-time; doctoral stipend depending on teaching credit load per quarater and type of program; longevity increment after teaching 1375 hours at BTC.

Refer to specific posting for benefits for that position.