Assistant Professor of Respiratory Therapy

Join the CBC team and help us transform students' lives!

CBC is committed to our vision to be the educational home that transforms students' lives through economic and social mobility. We are one of eight Hispanic-Serving Institutions in Washington state with Hispanic students representing just under half of our student population. As such, CBC is committed to discovering and enacting innovative ways to intentionally serve Hispanic students while serving all. We center equity in all that we do and seek to attract and retain engaged individuals committed to helping all students be successful in accomplishing their goals.

CBC places a high value on the ability to communicate effectively across cultures, to implement culturally responsive teaching strategies, and model intercultural empathy. Experience in serving Hispanic students is not merely a preference - it is valued at Columbia Basin College. Advanced intercultural knowledge and skills among our faculty is essential to the success of our students and our institution as a whole.

El CBC esta comprometido con nuestra vision de ser el hogar educativo que transforma las vidas de los estudiantes a traves de la movilizacion economica y social. Somos una de ocho Instituciones al Servicio de los hispanos en el estado de Washington y los estudiantes hispanos representan un poco menos de la mitad de nuestra poblacion estudiantil. Como tal, CBC se compromete a descubrir y crear formas innovadoras para servir intencionalmente a los estudiantes hispanos, mientras que al mismo tiempo sirve a todos los demas. Nos enfocamos en la equidad en todo lo que hacemos y buscamos atraer y retener individuos que se comprometan en ayudar a todos los estudiantes a tener exito en el logro de sus metas.

El CBC le da un enorme valor a la habilidad de comunicarse efectivamente a traves de culturas, para implementar estrategias de ensenanza culturalmente responsivas, y modelar empatia intercultural. La experiencia en servir a los estudiantes hispanos no es simplemente una preferencia, sino que es algo que se valora en el Columbia Basin College. El conocimiento y las aptitudes interculturales avanzadas entre nuestros profesores son esenciales para el exito de nuestros estudiantes y de nuestra institucion en su totalidad.

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Here's how you will support our mission
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated respiratory therapy professor to deliver a diverse array of courses in Respiratory Care through lab, simulation, and didactic instruction consistent with the ongoing needs of the Respiratory Therapy department. The ideal candidate should demonstrate versatility, keen interest in multiple respiratory care specialties, and an openness to teach using different formats and cutting-edge, inclusive educational methods.

This position reports to the Dean for Health Sciences.

The salary range for this position is $77,693-$81,624 for a 176-day contract over the Instructional Year (Fall/Winter/Spring Quarters). Additional compensation may be available for assignment of summer quarter courses or courses taught outside of the full-time position during fall, winter and spring quarters. This position is in a hard to fill discipline eligible for additional money per MOU 002 - Hard to Fill Supplemental Pay and would receive an additional stipend of $5,950. This is not a guarantee of compensation and is subject to funding.

Relocation expenses are part of the employment offer for the successful candidate if the candidate relocates to the Tri-Cities area from outside of a 175-mile radius.

A comprehensive list of tenure track faculty job duties and responsibilities can be found on our website.

Note: International transcripts MUST include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: https://www.naces.org/members.

GENERAL QUALITIES REQUIRED: Successful candidates will demonstrate the following key competencies and qualities:

• A genuine enthusiasm for teaching and a deep-rooted dedication to enhancing student success.
• A strong alignment with the values and goals of our community college.
• Active engagement in shared governance.
• A commitment to staying up-to-date on developments in one's field of expertise.
• An openness to engaging in campus-wide activities that extend beyond one's specific discipline, enriching the overall campus community.
• Flexibility in teaching methodologies, including proficiency in eLearning and a commitment to embrace instructional innovations.
• Proficient skills in educating a diverse student body, ensuring inclusivity and effectiveness in learning experiences.
• Dedication to scholarly pursuits within one's area of specialty, contributing to the academic rigor and reputation of the college.
• A commitment to actively contribute to the design and evaluation of learning outcomes, playing a key role in the college's efforts towards institutional effectiveness and continuous improvement.

• Master's degree in Respiratory Care or a related field from an institutionally accredited college or university or currently enrolled in a qualifying Master's program at time of application;
• Unencumbered License as a Respiratory Care Practitioner in the State of Washington or have the ability to become licensed at time of hire;
• Valid Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential;
• Four (4) years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years in clinical respiratory care;
• Two (2) years of experience teaching either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor/preceptor for students of such programs;
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other computer applications as appropriate; and
• Demonstrated experience or commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in professional or educational settings, particularly in relation to Hispanic and underserved communities. This includes personal and professional efforts to address challenges faced by these populations and advocate for their success.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish;
• Community college teaching experience; and
• Experience with Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) standards of accreditation for Respiratory Therapy programs.

CBC offers excellent medical/dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, paid leave, retirement plans, and a variety of benefit options. Please view the "Benefits" tab for comprehensive benefits information.

This is a bargaining unit position represented by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Compensation and benefits are subject to the collective bargaining process. There will be paid comprehensive onboarding and training beginning August 1, 2025, but the contract for this position begins on September 1, 2025. This is a tenure track position and will begin the three-year tenure process in fall quarter 2025. More information about the tenure process can be found in Chapter 28B.50 RCW governing Washington State Community and Technical Colleges.

The College will only sponsor visas for positions in disciplines that are deemed hard to fill or when a search is unlikely to result in a hire. While applicants requiring visa sponsorship are encouraged to apply, their applications will be considered only after all other candidates have been reviewed.

Successful candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Provide proof of lawful permanent residency or other appropriate work authorization as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
• Disclose any substantiated findings or any ongoing investigations related to sexual misconduct as required by RCW 28B.112.080.
• Pass a criminal background check. Note: information learned during the criminal background check will not necessarily preclude employment but may be a factor in eligibility for the position.
• Maintain an alcohol-free and drug-free workplace during employment.
• Verify education at time of hire.