Adjunct Instructor Chemistry (Pool)

Tennessee Board of Regents; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Dyersburg State Community College invites applicants for Chemistry adjunct instructors to teach day, evening, and online classes across Dyersburg, Covington, Paris, and other off-campus centers. Initial assignments may shift each semester; instructors will become proficient with the eLearn system and participate in required meetings and reporting.

The candidate must hold a Master’s degree in Chemistry, possess strong communication with students and college staff, and be prepared to coordinate

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with 18 graduate semester hours in Chemistry.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and other college personnel required.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in Covington, Dyersburg, and/or Paris; prepare course materials; evaluate student learning; maintain class records; submit required reports on time.
• Attend required meetings, report attendance and final grades prior to deadlines, and communicate curriculum and personnel needs to the assigned coordinator/dean.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Organization

Education

Master's in Chemistry

Tools

eLearn LMS

Job description

Dyersburg State Community College invites applicants for Chemistry adjunct instructors for day, evening, and online classes held in Dyersburg, Covington, Paris, or at one of our other off-campus centers. Initial assignment may be at one of our teaching locations, but the official work station assignment may change each semester. The successful applicant will become certified and fully use the course management system (eLearn) for all classes. The applicant will also attend required meetings, report attendance, early alert notifications, and final grades prior to the established deadline, and will communicate curriculum and personnel needs or changes as appropriate to their assigned coordinator/dean. This position reports to the Chair of Natural Sciences and the Dean of Arts Sciences, & Technologies

Requirements of the Position

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach assigned courses for discipline in Covington, Dyersburg, and/or Paris; prepare course materials; evaluate student learning, maintain class records, and submit required reports on time.

Working Conditions

Sedentary: Desk work; occasional travel may be required for college or program activities. Insignificant effort other than normal movement. Minimal Hazard/Exposure: Standard office settings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with 18 graduate semester hours in Chemistry.

Ability to communicate effectively with students and other college personnel required.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To be considered for this position applicant must submit an application, a resume, cover letter, and transcripts if applicable. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process; but official transcripts are required upon hire. You also must provide the contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references.

Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Dyersburg State Community College is a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities.

Advertised: 13 Nov 2025 Central Standard Time
Applications close: 30 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time