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Why EWU?

Eastern is a rapidly-growing, regional, comprehensive public university, located in Cheney, just 16 miles from Spokane, Washington’s second largest city. Founded in 1882, Eastern has evolved to meet the demands of an ever-changing workforce. Today’s Eastern offers 135 areas of study, including 39 graduate programs, 12 graduate certificates, and one applied doctorate. Our student body numbers more than 13,000, with over one-quarter from diverse backgrounds. Additionally, nearly 50% of our first-year students are first generation students.

Join a team dedicated to student success, faculty excellence and community collaboration. At Eastern, our goal is simple: to create an environment where students succeed at their highest level in fulfilling their goals in their education, career and life. Students are at the center of all that Eastern does. For our faculty and staff, this focus means more than just coming to work every day. We strive for excellence in everything we do; we foster a culture of respect, commitment and honesty; and we work to create environments for personal transformation that enrich the lives of individuals, families, communities and our society at large.

Working at Eastern also means living and working in a glorious region noted for its affordable housing, good schools, short commutes, over 220 sunny days per year, abundant lakes and mountains, short hops to larger cities (Seattle, Portland, Vancouver), and endless recreation opportunities.

For additional information, visit EWU’s website.

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Dental Assistant 2 - C99122

Spokane College of Health Sciences
The College of Health Science and Public Health (CHSPH) at Eastern Washington University (EWU) is currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position Dental Assistant 2 (DA2) position in our Dental Hygiene Department (DNHY). The Dental Assistant 2 (DA2) position reports to the Chair of the Dental Hygiene Department and the Operations Manager. This individual performs specialized clerical and technical duties to coordinate and provides patient support services for the Eastern Washington University Department of Dental Hygiene Clinic. This is a 10-month position. This position is designated as fully in-person and requires onsite presence during regular business operations. The Dental Assistant 2 (DA2) position will perform patient treatment and clinic support activities. Under general supervision instruct students in proper use and maintenance of dental clinic equipment, orient new staff to clinic procedures and maintenance, assist with electronic health records and help coordinate support activities, such as patient assignments, scheduling and electronic record maintenance in a dental clinic. 

Assistant Professor – Director of Music Technology - F99161

Cheney College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Science invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor in Music Technology in the Fine and Performing Arts Department to begin mid-September 2027. The Music Program at EWU is nationally accredited by NASM and offers: Bachelor of Arts/Music-Liberal Arts Bachelor of Music – Performance Bachelor of Music - Composition Bachelor of Music Education Master of Music – Music Education (online) Position Overview: Primary Focus: Teach Music Technology courses within the Music Technology degree. Music Recital Hall coordinator. Faculty advisor for all Music Technology majors. Area coordinator for Music Technology. Courses include all levels in 3D Audio, Composing with Electronic Media, Audio Engineering Aural Skills, Sound Recording Arts, Creative Coding, Embedded Audio Projects, Data to Music Sonification, Creative Coding in Max/MSP, Sound Synthesis and Processing, Case Studies in Music Industry, Recording Arts, and Mastering. All full-time art faculty are expected to participate in applied learning opportunities for music students such as managing internships and mentoring students in undergraduate research and creative works opportunities. Area coordinator for Music Technology involves management such as equipment inventory, equipment maintenance, and health and safety oversight. Coordinators oversee work-study and non-work study tech positions assigned to the recital hall, recording booth, and technology studio. Recital Hall coordinator role includes assisting with scheduling tech staff for concerts, recording, editing, mastering and archiving all recordings. Additionally, all faculty are expected to actively participate in assessment of student learning and maintain health and safety protocols in assigned classrooms. The faculty member hired for this position will be welcomed into an academic community dedicated to a culture of belonging and community engagement.

Associate Professor - Mechanical Engineering & Technology - Construction Management Technology - F99166

Cheney College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
The Department of Mechanical Engineering and Technology in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics at Eastern Washington University (EWU) currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position: Tenured/Tenure Track faculty position in Construction Management to begin in September 2027. Located in Cheney, WA, 16 miles from downtown Spokane, in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, the Department of Mechanical Engineering & Technology has 13 faculty in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, and Construction Management Technology programs, and roughly 350 undergraduate students. The Spokane area is a regional manufacturing hub supporting high-tech industries throughout Washington. Eastern supports these industries through our large alumni base and the expertise of our faculty and students. Preference will be given to candidates who can support construction management and technology through research, industry outreach, and exceptional teaching. We are seeking a candidate with construction and teaching experience. This position will lead, direct, transform, and elevate our existing Construction Management program. The University is committed to bringing this program into the future, including obtaining ACCE accreditation. This position will lead that effort. Appropriate release time will be granted in order to lead and direct our construction management program. The desired candidate will be an inspirational teacher, role model, career advisor, and mentor who will complement the strengths of our faculty to engage in an instructionally intensive undergraduate program. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching. Candidates must show a high degree of interest in human and cultural diversity with a demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach to teaching and scholarship. Primary areas of responsibility include Directing the undergraduate Construction Management program, teaching undergraduate courses, engaging in scholarly activity/industrial outreach, curriculum development, leading the accreditation and assessment process for the program, and professional service. In addition, they will coordinate class schedules and workloads for construction faculty, as well as advise students for degree completion. They will take the lead in working with our enthusiastic Construction Advisory Board to improve curriculum, increase enrollment, and improve the student experience. All faculty are expected to engage in effective teaching, curriculum development, and assessment of student learning. Note that tenure and rank at hire will depend upon experience and qualifications.
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Other Employment

Contact Sheryl Denney at sdenney@ewu.edu for non-student employment.

 

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