TBR | The College System of Tennessee

We have openings for Adjunct Faculty - Anatomy & Physiology at our Chattanooga State campus!

Our Purpose: We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits. 
 
Our Values: 
We cultivate a welcome and supportive environment. 
We care about the well-being of each other. 
We instill trust through integrity and transparency. 

We encourage fearless innovation and resilience. 

We collaborate to build a better future. 

Our Mission: We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.  

The role will be responsible for the following: 

POSITION SUMMARY 

This is a remote position. Under the supervision of the Department Head and/or Lead Faculty, Adjunct Faculty have as their chief duty the instruction of assigned classes.  Responsibilities include: conducting classes using appropriate instructional practices, maintaining records of attendance, evaluating student performance on assignments, monitoring and communicating progress to students and the appropriate college employees, assigning midterm grades and final grades, completing mandatory training as needed, and performing other duties as assigned.  Beyond teaching responsibilities, Adjunct Faculty are also obligated to comply with and support college policies as outlined in the Strategic Plan, the College Catalog, the Adjunct Faculty Handbook, and the Employment Agreement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation 

• Demonstrate teaching excellence by using evidence-based instructional practices that foster student learning
• Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials
• Remain current within the field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas, and technologies
• Respect the rights of students and access to educational opportunities

Holistic Student Support 

• Familiarity with holistic support for students outside the classroom. These supports include Admissions and Records, Enrollment Service Center, High School Programs, Recruiting and Orientation, Career Services, Student Support Center, Tutoring Services, Student Conduct, Student Life, Multicultural and International Services, Adult Student Services, and the Center for Access and Disability Services
• Ensure that services and activities promote accessibility and reflect equity-minded practices

Organizational Culture and Inclusive Practices 

• Embraces and promotes the College’s goals related to organizational culture and engagement
• Support the Math and Science Division’s efforts to utilize best practices in providing fair-minded services and support for students, faculty, and staff

Position Requirements: 

An earned Master’s degree in Biology or an Anatomy and Physiology related field from a regionally accredited institution, or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Biology or closely related field, or a professional degree (MD, DC, DO or other advanced clinical degree) awarded by a nationally accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

•College Teaching Experience • Experience with alternative delivery instructional modes – hybrid, online, virtual

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND WORK CHARACTERISTICS 

• Maintains a comprehensive grasp of the particular area(s) of academic study. • Exhibits a commitment to promoting academic excellence in students. • Demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and self-motivation. • Exudes a positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward others. • Demonstrates punctuality and is detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks. • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences in verbal and written form. • Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about fair-minded principles and practices related to supporting students. 

Pay will be determined based on experience and education in accordance with the salary guidelines of the Tennessee Board of Regents. To ensure consideration, all relevant work experience must be included in the application.

**All applicant submissions must include a cover letter, CV/Resume, and Unofficial Transcript attachments**

Open Until Filled: Yes 

Application review will begin 30 days after posting.