Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR)
Instructor - Biology (9-month Tenure Track)
Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR), Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450
Instructor – Biology (9‑month Tenure Track)
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Instructor – Biology (9‑month Tenure Track)
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Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) .
We have an opening for a 9‑month tenure‑track Biology Faculty position at our Chattanooga State campus.
Our Purpose : We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.
Our Values :
We cultivate a welcoming 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.
Position Summary The role will be responsible for the following:
Instruct Introduction to Biology 1 and 2 and General Biology 1 and 2 across day, evening, online, and on‑ground formats.
Manage the classroom instructional process, evaluate students, monitor progress, assign grades, and maintain attendance and grade records.
Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) and Faculty Feedback.
Advise students on academic preparation, career goals, and retention.
Maintain required classroom and office hours.
Essential Functions Teaching Excellence & Program Innovation
Serve as a member of the Science Department within the Math and Sciences Division for the Teaching Excellence strategic theme.
Course & Curriculum Development
Select texts and supplemental materials, including OER.
Develop supplemental instructional resources.
Use current technology in instruction in accordance with the college’s digital accessibility policy.
Create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed; maintain updated course syllabi.
Professional Growth
Remain current within the field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas, and technologies.
Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials.
Attend scheduled college, divisional, and departmental professional development and in‑service activities and participate in the annual faculty evaluation process.
Service to Students
Respect the rights of students and access to educational opportunities.
Assist in recruitment, selection, orientation, and evaluation of potential students.
Assist in formal and informal placement activities for employment and/or transfer to four‑year institutions.
Support student activities.
Service to the College and Community
Assist in recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned.
Participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes.
Support and participate in college/division/department committees, organizations, and task forces.
Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues.
Strengthen relationships between the college and the community through outreach activities.
Attend required college, division, and department meetings.
Academic Advising
Support the Academic Advising Center.
Stay current with relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways.
Participate in regular reviews of relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways.
Assist with college-wide advising as needed.
Holistic Student Support
Familiarity with holistic support for students outside the classroom.
Ensure services promote accessibility.
Structure student experiences to ensure relevance in academic, student life, and co‑curricular activities.
Promote, support, and participate in student recruitment and retention efforts.
Fiscal Stewardship
Supports responsible fiscal stewardship of the funds allocated to the Science Department.
Organizational Culture
Embrace and promote the College’s goals related to organizational culture and community.
Maintain an open, inviting, and professional office environment.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Earned Master’s degree in Biology from a regionally accredited institution or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Biology.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching additional Biology courses in the department, including Environmental Science, Nutrition, Human Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, and Microbiology.
Preference for candidates with previous community college teaching experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Work Characteristics
Comprehensive grasp on the particular area(s) of academic study.
Commitment to promoting academic excellence in students.
High level of self‑discipline and self‑motivation.
Positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward others.
Punctuality and detail‑orientation.
Effective communication with diverse audiences in verbal and written form.
Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, principles and practices related to supporting students.
Projected Salary Range Instructor: $41,555 – $50,900
Assistant Professor: $46,211 – $57,764
Closing Date 30 days from posting (Must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. EST)
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Instructor – Biology (9‑month Tenure Track)
role at the
Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) .
We have an opening for a 9‑month tenure‑track Biology Faculty position at our Chattanooga State campus.
Our Purpose : We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.
Our Values :
We cultivate a welcoming 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.
Position Summary The role will be responsible for the following:
Instruct Introduction to Biology 1 and 2 and General Biology 1 and 2 across day, evening, online, and on‑ground formats.
Manage the classroom instructional process, evaluate students, monitor progress, assign grades, and maintain attendance and grade records.
Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) and Faculty Feedback.
Advise students on academic preparation, career goals, and retention.
Maintain required classroom and office hours.
Essential Functions Teaching Excellence & Program Innovation
Serve as a member of the Science Department within the Math and Sciences Division for the Teaching Excellence strategic theme.
Course & Curriculum Development
Select texts and supplemental materials, including OER.
Develop supplemental instructional resources.
Use current technology in instruction in accordance with the college’s digital accessibility policy.
Create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed; maintain updated course syllabi.
Professional Growth
Remain current within the field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas, and technologies.
Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials.
Attend scheduled college, divisional, and departmental professional development and in‑service activities and participate in the annual faculty evaluation process.
Service to Students
Respect the rights of students and access to educational opportunities.
Assist in recruitment, selection, orientation, and evaluation of potential students.
Assist in formal and informal placement activities for employment and/or transfer to four‑year institutions.
Support student activities.
Service to the College and Community
Assist in recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned.
Participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes.
Support and participate in college/division/department committees, organizations, and task forces.
Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues.
Strengthen relationships between the college and the community through outreach activities.
Attend required college, division, and department meetings.
Academic Advising
Support the Academic Advising Center.
Stay current with relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways.
Participate in regular reviews of relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways.
Assist with college-wide advising as needed.
Holistic Student Support
Familiarity with holistic support for students outside the classroom.
Ensure services promote accessibility.
Structure student experiences to ensure relevance in academic, student life, and co‑curricular activities.
Promote, support, and participate in student recruitment and retention efforts.
Fiscal Stewardship
Supports responsible fiscal stewardship of the funds allocated to the Science Department.
Organizational Culture
Embrace and promote the College’s goals related to organizational culture and community.
Maintain an open, inviting, and professional office environment.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Earned Master’s degree in Biology from a regionally accredited institution or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Biology.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching additional Biology courses in the department, including Environmental Science, Nutrition, Human Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, and Microbiology.
Preference for candidates with previous community college teaching experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Work Characteristics
Comprehensive grasp on the particular area(s) of academic study.
Commitment to promoting academic excellence in students.
High level of self‑discipline and self‑motivation.
Positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward others.
Punctuality and detail‑orientation.
Effective communication with diverse audiences in verbal and written form.
Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, principles and practices related to supporting students.
Projected Salary Range Instructor: $41,555 – $50,900
Assistant Professor: $46,211 – $57,764
Closing Date 30 days from posting (Must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. EST)
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