Adjunct Instructor – Microbiology

Tennessee Board of Regents; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Pellissippi State Community College invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Microbiology. This on-site role focuses on delivering quality instruction in classroom and laboratory settings within the School of Sciences and Nursing.

The position requires a Master’s degree or higher with substantial microbiology teaching experience. Agreement to on-campus meetings and potential online course opportunities are included as part of the teaching responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the Microbiology teaching field
• Note: The College reserves the right to assign every employee work that fulfills the strategic priorities and mission of the College

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach classes as assigned and per course descriptions and syllabi.
• Supervise students’ study and learning activities.
• Request equipment, supplies, textbooks, and instructional aids through the department head or lead teacher.
• Evaluate students’ academic progress.
• Demonstrate knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
• Submit course grades and perform administrative duties as required.
• Schedule two office hours and provide a plan if office hours cannot be scheduled during summer sessions.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum planning

Student assessment

Laboratory instruction

Education

Master’s degree in Microbiology

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor – Microbiology

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application:

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Position Summary:

To provide quality instruction for student learning and to maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom. The major emphasis will be placed on teaching and evaluating students in the classroom and laboratories.

Department:

School of Sciences and Nursing

On-Site Requirement

Faculty should be able to teach courses on campus and attend required meetings. Online courses may be a possibility, but this is not a remote position

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi.
2. Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned.
3. Submitting requests through the department head, program coordinator, or lead teacher for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids.
4. Evaluating the academic progress of students.
5. Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
6. Submitting course grades and performing other administrative duties as required.
7. Scheduling two office hours. For extenuating circumstances in which office hours cannot be scheduled, the adjunct faculty member must submit a written plan to the Dean describing how students can access the instructor. Office hours are not paid during the summer session.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the Microbiology teaching field

Note: The College reserves the right to assign every employee work that fulfills the strategic priorities and mission of the College

Availability/Closing Date:

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted continuously and reviewed by the department if openings are available. Adjuncts are hired on an as‑needed basis. 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

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Pellissippi State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, disability, age (40+), status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies concerning all employment and education programs and activities. View the nondiscrimination policy. For questions or concerns, please contact George Underwood at [e-mail] or 865-539-7354.

If you have any problems or questions, please contact Pellissippi State Community College’s Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at [e-mail].

Advertised: 01 Feb 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 31 Jan 2027 Eastern Standard Time