Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) · 2 months ago
Biology 9/10 Month Tenure Track Faculty (Fall 2026)
Knoxville, TN
Contract
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expTennessee Board of Regents (TBR) is seeking a full-time Tenure Track Faculty member for the School of Sciences and Nursing, primarily to teach General Biology. The role involves developing course syllabi, adapting instruction to student needs, and participating in faculty service and professional development.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Teaching
Teach in the area of competence according to college policy
Apply theories and principles of learning to instruction
Adapt instruction to the entry-level knowledge and skills of students
Recommend course and program changes to the academic department dean when appropriate
Develop class syllabi that meet college requirements and student needs. Make class syllabi available on the first day of classes
Use alternative instructional strategies as necessary
Inform students of special instructional resources located in the Libraries and/or the Academic Support Center
Orient students to objectives and procedures before beginning instruction
Establish and communicate clearly defined grading procedures and standards
Give examinations and other types of evaluations necessary to determine student level of performance and understanding
Consider the results of student perception surveys and student learning outcome assessments in revising and updating content, objectives, and instructional strategies
Keep students aware of their progress in the course
Perform record-keeping responsibilities related to teaching and advising
Respond in a timely fashion to all reasonable deadlines
Make reasonable classroom accommodations, course adjustments and academic program modifications as necessary to provide opportunity for qualified students with disabilities who present current accommodation plans to effectively participate in the educational process pursuant to Pellissippi State Policies 03:11:01 Academic Standards and 04:07:00 Disability Services
Create accessible instructional materials that satisfy the requirements of WCAG 2.1
Be knowledgeable of the college policies, procedures, and assistance available to students
Post and be available during office hours. The purpose of office hours is for students to know specific times when they can communicate with a faculty member. Office hours may be held in-person, or online, as appropriate
Hold conferences with students as needed
Interact with students in meaningful ways outside the classroom setting. Such interactions could be, but are not limited to, the following: sponsoring a student club or activity; holding extra review sessions for students; mentoring; academic advising; tutoring; serving as student orientation leaders
Serve on committees and task forces as appointed by the president or academic department dean
Use professional knowledge and skills to contribute to local and professional community activities whenever appropriate
Attend faculty meetings as scheduled
Contribute to the advancement of college goals through appropriate individual goals
Participate in program or discipline level assessment
Participate in professional development related to pedagogy and to the faculty member’s discipline
Qualification
Required
Master's degree or higher with 18 graduate credit hours in theoretical or applied biology or life sciences courses
Minimum of one year of teaching experience at the college level
Ability to speak and write English clearly
Ability to understand written and spoken English
Ability to communicate effectively in an academic environment
Competence in teaching Biology at the college level
Ability to communicate effectively and to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships
Interest and willingness to learn and teach via different delivery methods
Flexibility and innovation in instruction
Commitment to the mission and values of the College
Preferred
Teaching experience at a community college is preferred
Benefits
Insurance Options Health, dental, vision, life, short/long-term disability, FSA/HSA Wellness Incentive Program, if enrolled in health plan
Educational Assistance Fee Waiver Spouse/Dependent discounts Audit/Non-Credit Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement options Tennessee traditional pension plan option (TCRS) 401k with $50 company match/457/403b
Employee Discount program with over 900+companies
13 Paid Holidays/Year Includes paid days off the last week of December
Sick Leave Bank
Longevity Pay
Many opportunities for professional development
Company
Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR)
TBR - The College System of Tennessee is the state’s largest public higher education system, with 13 community colleges, 23 colleges of applied technology (TCATs) and the online TN eCampus serving approximately 170,000 students.
51-200 employees
Funding
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Administrative Professional to the CIO
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