Adjunct Faculty Pool – Biotechnology

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

Job summary

Southwest Tennessee Community College is seeking a part-time Adjunct Faculty member in Biotechnology to deliver instruction across the Natural Sciences Department at SWTCC campuses. The pay is $640 per credit hour, with postings reviewed term-by-term and yearly re-application required.

Responsibilities include planning, presenting, and evaluating courses; maintaining office hours; advising students; and participating in committees.

Qualifications

• 18 graduate semester hours in biology, biotechnology, microbiology or related field plus a Master's degree or Master’s degree in biology/biotechnology.
• Ability to teach day, evening, or weekend classes at multiple SWTCC locations.
• Coordinate, plan, prepare, present and evaluate classroom instruction and related activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers biotechnology instruction.
• Evaluates and grades student work and communicates progress.
• Develops curricula, syllabi, and handouts.
• Maintains office hours and assists with recruitment and retention.
• Maintains attendance records and FERPA compliance.
• Attends faculty meetings and participates in college committees.
• Keeps current in the field by reading literature and attending conferences.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Student advising

Technology integration

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in biology or related field

Graduate coursework in biology/biotechnology

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 – Biotechnology

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. Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department chair when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year. At the time of application, applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume/CV, references list, statement of teaching philosophy, & an unofficial transcript. The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities. The instructor is responsible for performing assigned teaching duties during the day, evening, or weekend on any Southwest Tennessee Community College campus. The adjunct instructor is responsible for performing assigned duties during the day, evening, or weekend on any Southwest Tennessee Community College campus. At a minimum, the related activities include instruction, academic advising, serving on various committees, and participating in professional activities and organizations.

Job Duties

• Prepares and delivers instruction on the topics related to Biotechnology.
• 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

• 18 graduate semester hours in biology, biotechnology, microbiology or a related biological science sub-field plus a Master’s degree or Master’s degree in biology, biotechnology, microbiology or a related biological science 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.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify Human Resources in writing at least five (5) days in advance of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

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

In order to be considered for the position, the following items must be uploaded:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

A summary of our benefits can be found below:

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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.

Advertised: 10 Mar 2026 Central Daylight Time

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