Adjunct Instructor – Radiochemistry Instructor

Tennessee Board of Regents; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Pellissippi State Community College in Knoxville, TN seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach Radiochemistry on campus, evaluate student learning, and help students master course outcomes.

The role emphasizes instruction, supervision of student activities, regular progress reporting, and adherence to the Adjunct Faculty Handbook; courses may be offered fall, spring, and summer.

Applicants must meet the stated qualifications and are hired on an as-needed basis, with postings closing dates annually.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Radiochemistry teaching field or 18 graduate semester hours (or equivalent) with master’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university.
• Associate’s degree in teaching field or closely related field with 3 years’ Radiochemistry experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating instruction as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi
• Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned to the specific section(s)
• Regularly and frequently evaluating and reporting the academic progress of students
• Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook
• Submitting grades and attendance as the instructors of record
• Communicating with students and other faculty using the College email messaging system

Skills

Teaching

Student assessment

Curriculum alignment

Education

Master's degree in Radiochemistry teaching field

18 graduate semester hours in Radiochemistry teaching field (or equivalent) and master’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor – Radiochemistry Instructor

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. The major emphasis will be placed on teaching and evaluating students and assisting students as they learn and master course learning outcomes.

Department:

College 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:

• Facilitating instruction as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi
• Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned to the specific section(s)
• Regularly and frequently evaluating and reporting the academic progress of students
• Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook
• Submitting grades and attendance as the instructors of record
• Communicating with students and other faculty using the College email messaging syste

Required Qualifications:

• minimum a master’s degree in their teaching field or have completed at least 18 graduate semester hours (or equivalent) in their Radiochemistry teaching field and hold a master’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university
• an associate’s degree in their teaching field or closely related field from a regionally accredited college/university and three years’ work experience in the Radiochemistry field

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.

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.

Pellissippi State Community College participates in the E-Verify program, a free, web-based system that electronically confirms the identity and employment eligibility of new hires. By using E-Verify, we ensure compliance with federal employment eligibility verification requirements and help maintain a legal workforce. For more information, visit the official E-Verify website Home | E-Verify.

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