Adjunct Faculty Pool – Biology

Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR); Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 727,000 - 1,036,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwest Tennessee Community College, a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, seeks an Adjunct Faculty member in Biology for the Natural Sciences department at SWTCC with a part-time schedule. The role involves delivering Biology instruction across multiple campus locations, developing course materials, and maintaining student records in compliance with FERPA.

Compensation is $640 per credit hour; responsibilities include student recruitment support and active participation in college

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in biology or related field.
• Master's degree with a major in biology or related sub-field.
• Knowledge of current teaching and learning strategies to facilitate student-centered learning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver biology instruction to students.
• Assess and grade classwork, labs, assignments, tests, and papers with timely feedback.
• Develop curricula, syllabi, and instructional materials.
• Maintain office hours and assist in student recruitment and retention.
• Maintain FERPA-compliant records of attendance and grades.
• Attend faculty meetings and college events as required.
• Stay updated with field developments via literature and conferences.
• Participate in department and college committees and community outreach.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Department Head/Dean.

Skills

Student-centered learning

Curriculum development

Technology integration

Written communication

Biology instruction

Education

Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in biology or related field

Master's degree with a major in biology or related sub-field

Job description

Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open-access college. Southwest has four campuses/centers from which it offers over 100 programs and over 20 technical certificate programs.

We foster student success, transform lives, and increase the educational level of a growing community in Shelby County. Southwest is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Title

Adjunct Faculty Pool - Biology

Employee Classification

Faculty

Institution

Southwest Tennessee Community College

Department

Natural Sciences

Campus Location

SWTCC - Multiple Campus Locations

Job Summary

This is a part-time, Adjunct Faculty position in the Natural Sciences Department. The amount of pay per credit hour for this adjunct position is $640.

THIS POSTING IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF AN OPEN POSITION.

Job Duties

• Prepares and delivers instruction on topics of Biology.
• Compiles, administers, evaluates and grades students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, tests, and papers fairly and consistently; and keep students informed about their progress through the prompt grading of papers and other work.
• Develops curricula and instructional material such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Maintains office hours for students seeking academic advice, assists in student recruitment and retention; and assists students with course-related problems outside of the classroom.
• Maintains accurate student attendance records, grades, and other required records in compliance with federal FERPA regulations.
• Attends all faculty meetings, college assemblies, professional development and orientation activities, and other meetings as called by the President, Dean or Department Chair.
• Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
• Participates in departmental and college committees; and provides outreach service to the community.
• May perform other duties as assign by Department Head/Dean.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in biology or related biological science sub-field.
• Master's degree with a major in biology or in a related biological sub-field.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching and learning strategies to facilitate student-centered learning; experience interacting successfully with an ever-growing student population.
• Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Ability to integrate technology into course delivery.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach classes using various instructional delivery methods at any of the four locations.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

First consideration will be given to current Southwest Tennessee Community College employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

A Summary Of Our Benefits Can Be Found Below https://www.southwest.tn.edu/hr/benefits-overview.php

The TBR 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.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Dr. Brandon Johnson, Director of People & Culture, [e-mail], 737 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, 901-333-5000. See the full non-discrimination policy.