Adjunct Physical Science Faculty (Pool)

Tennessee Board of Regents; Konak; On-site; TRY 33,781,000 - 47,294,000; Full time

Job summary

Motlow State Community College is seeking an Adjunct Physical Science Faculty (Pool) to provide high-quality instruction across assigned courses in alignment with catalog descriptions and syllabi. The position supports student learning, guides career goals, and collaborates with colleagues and administration on curricular issues.

Teaching may occur at multiple campuses and up to 12 credit hours per semester.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemistry, Physical Science, or Physics by the application date.
• Alternatively, Master's in any field with 18 graduate hours in the discipline by the application date.
• Eligible fields include Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses per catalog description and syllabus; travel to multiple campuses.
• Collaborate with faculty and program leadership on curricular issues.
• Stay current with disciplinary developments and update instruction.
• Teach up to 12 credit hours per semester and support students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills (Banner, MS Office)

FERPA knowledge

Effective communication

Education

Master's degree in discipline or qualifying field

Job description

MOTLOW STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Adjunct Physical Science Faculty (Pool)

Position Summary

Pool Position

Campus

Any

Position number

BA9962

Salary

$500-$700 per credit hour

Motlow State is located in the beautiful rolling hills of middle Tennessee and has four campuses that serve students from eleven counties. Motlow positions are contingent upon funding availability and budget approval.

General Function

Provide high-quality, effective instruction in accordance with the catalog description and approved course syllabus for assigned courses. Facilitate student learning and evaluate student performance using each course’s standards and learning objectives as a guide. Provide appropriate academic support and guidance to students regarding course content and related academic or career goals.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in discipline or a qualifying field earned from a regionally accredited institution by the application date or a Master's degree in any field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in discipline or a qualifying field earned from a regionally accredited college or university by the application date.

Qualifying Fields

• Chemistry
• Physical Science
• Physics

Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral degree in discipline or a qualifying field earned from a regionally accredited institution and three years of Community College teaching experience. Ability to teach in an additional Motlow State teaching field

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned in accordance with the catalog description and the approved course syllabus; Teach dual enrollment classes at area high schools as assigned; Travel to multiple campuses as assigned
• Collaborate collegially with faculty, department lead/program director, and academic leadership about curricular and programmatic issues and needs
• Collaborate collegially with faculty, administration and staff to support the students, strategic plan, goals and business operations of the college; Work collegially as part of both discipline-specific and multidisciplinary teams
• Stay current with developments in the teaching discipline, including relevant scholarship, professional practices, and emerging instructional approaches, and incorporate appropriate updates into course instruction to support effective student learning.
• Support curricular and co-curricular activities within the college
• Teach up to 12 credit hours per semester as assigned
• Maintain availability to communicate with and meet students regarding coursework and participate in occasional meetings or instructional activities as requested by the department
• Respond promptly to the Dean's requests
• Submit all requested paperwork timely and completely
• Perform all duties in accordance with both TBR and MSCC policies
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies.
• Strong computer skills, to include college database (Banner) management, word processing, creating spreadsheets, e-mail, and the internet
• Knowledge of confidentiality statutes and policies as they apply to FERPA
• Ability to effectively communicate, both in writing and verbally, with students, fellow employees, college administrators, and other stakeholders.

Human Resources Office, Dept. 200

Motlow State Community College

Telephone [phone], TDD (931 393-1621)

E-mail: [e-mail]

Website: www.mscc.edu

Motlow College is an EEO/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/Sections 504/ADA Employer

Motlow State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

Advertised: 07 Apr 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 Apr 2029 Central Daylight Time