Adjunct Faculty, Chattanooga

Lincoln Memorial University; Chattanooga, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Memorial University in Chattanooga, Tennessee seeks an Adjunct Faculty member for the Physician Assistant Program to deliver high‑quality instruction in their subject matter during the didactic or clinical phases.

Clinicians, researchers, educators, or other professionals with specialized knowledge are hired to teach targeted content and maintain academic rigor, while contributing to student success through engaged instruction and timely feedback.

Qualifications

• Subject matter expertise in PA instruction
• Educational or professional background appropriate to course content; clinical, academic, or research credentials
• Prior teaching/ instructional experience preferred but not required
• Credentialing may be required for clinically related content

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction in the PA program
• Teach content during didactic or clinical phases
• Maintain academic rigor and support student success
• Provide well-prepared, engaging, and relevant instruction

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Educational background related to instructional content

Job description

The Adjunct Faculty member contributes to the Physician Assistant (PA) Program by delivering high-quality instruction in their area of subject matter expertise. Adjunct Faculty may be clinicians, researchers, educators, or professionals with specialized knowledge, hired to teach specific content during the didactic or clinical phase of the curriculum. This role is essential to maintaining academic rigor and supporting student success through well-prepared, relevant, and engaging instruction

Required Qualifications

Subject matter expertise relevant to the course being taught. Educational and/or professional background appropriate to instructional content (e.g., clinical experience, academic training, research experience, certifications). Prior teaching or instructional experience is preferred but not required. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Note: Qualifications will vary based on the instructional topic. Specific credentialing or licensing may be required for clinically related content.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior teaching or instructional experience is preferred but not required.

Physical Demands

Campus

Campus Chattanooga

Posting Number

Posting Number F01836P

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/04/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 09/26/2027

Open Until Filled Yes

About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee.

AA/EEO Statement

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual’s identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual’s criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

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