Chemistry Faculty; Tenure Track

Position: Chemistry Faculty (Tenure Track)
General Summary

Posting will remain open until filled. Priority screening for application received by March 15, 2026.

Founded in 1961, Highline College was the first community college to be established in King County and is one of 34 community and technical colleges. More than 350,000 alumni have graduated from Highline over the years. Nestled between Seattle and Tacoma, we are located on the traditional village sites of the Muckleshoot, Puyallup and many other Coast Salish tribes.

HC welcomes faculty with a commitment to excellence in teaching and the success of all students. HC faculty value self-reflective practice and continued professional growth. We strive to cultivate a welcoming and supportive learning environment forall our students.

Highline prioritizes access for all students, staff, and faculty, which is evident in our Mission, Vision, and Values. We are proud

Highline strives to improve access to Education for our studentcommunity. Those who come to our college bring unique personal experiences, beliefs, and perspectives and make us better. We strive to provide and highlight resources to support our students, staff, and faculty by fostering anequal opportunity focusedworkplace that reflects the communities we serve. Highline offers a unique variety of affinity groupsforwhichall facultyare welcometo join.

We honor and value the dignity of all individuals and encourage all qualified individuals ofall cultural backgrounds to apply.

Highline College offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance through the Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB), along with retirement benefits through TIAA and the Department of Retirement Systems. Additionally, we offer ample paid time off, as well as hybrid work and we value work-life balance.

Highline College is a comprehensive community college providing certificates, associate's and bachelor's degrees in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, and Adult Basic Education

THE OPPORTUNITY

HC Chemistry faculty teach an equivalent of 15 credits per quarter, advise students, and participate in College service.

This position is also eligible for a legislature funded High-Demand stipend issued on a quarterly basis. Currently, the stipend amount is approximately $4050.

This position is expected to begin in Fall Quarter, September 2026.

The Physical Science Department works as a team to empower our diverse student community to achieve their educational goals through innovative instruction, curriculum, placement, and support. For more information on the Physical Science Department, see https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).  or contact Cait Cramer at  or ccramer

Essential Tasks

Professional Responsibilities

Please address the following responsibilities in your cover letter. If you don't have experience in an academic setting, please address them within the context of your professional experience:

* Teaching:

Create a welcoming and supportive learning environment and use evidence-based practices to improve the success of all students; in collaboration with colleagues, identify and implement strategies designed to close educational gaps experienced by all students. Engage in self-reflective practice. Full-time faculty typically teach the equivalent of 15 credits per quarter;

* Advising/ Coaching/ Mentoring:
Work with students outside of class to help them choose courses and get connected with campus and community resources. Participate in professional learning opportunities focused on culturally responsive advising and establishing relationships with students;

* Collaborate with colleagues/participate in shared governance:

In collaboration with colleagues, engage in continuous improvement through college-wide assessment processes. Participate in department, division, and other College activities, including College governance. Establish and maintain respectful, ethical, and professional relationships with students and colleagues;

* Professional development/ ongoing professional learning:

Engage in ongoing professional learning. This includes remaining current…