Anatomy & Physiology Adjunct Instructor

About the role

South College is one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning, serving over 20,000 students across 11 campuses with a competency-based education model. The college seeks dynamic, student-centered professionals to join the faculty team as Adjunct Instructors in Anatomy & Physiology. In this role, faculty teach undergraduate courses designed for students in nursing, respiratory therapy, radiography, and other allied health programs. Courses are delivered in an on-ground format at the Knoxville/Lonas Campus in Knoxville, TN.

Responsibilities

• Provide an in-depth understanding of human body structure and function.
• Teach courses covering topics such as the organization of the human body, basic chemistry, cells, tissues, and organ systems, as well as the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, and endocrine systems.
• Guide students through the integration of systems in health and disease, with laboratory experiences emphasizing hands-on learning and the application of theoretical concepts.
• Engage students through interactive learning strategies, real-world applications, and supportive guidance that fosters progression into professional healthcare programs.
• Provide quality instruction in each assigned course within the approved academic program curriculum.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous evaluation of the curriculum, including sequence of courses and student learning outcomes (as appropriate).
• Participate in institution/school/department committees (invited and encouraged, not required).
• Participate in scholarship and service activities to assist in meeting South College outcomes (encouraged, not required).
• Respond in a timely manner to information requests from the institution, administrative officials, prospective employers, professional organizations, public agencies, civic organizations, private foundations, general public, and students.
• Promote appropriate standards of linguistic expression in both written and oral communications.
• Ensure all academic program requirements and forms of documentation (e.g., clinical evaluations, competency documentation) are completed as required for each student and submitted per established deadlines.
• Meet all faculty expectations on a weekly basis.
• Appropriately manage all classroom activities.
• Be reasonably accessible to students for questions and assistance.
• Monitor educational and professional literature for best practices in areas related to courses taught.
• Assist with the development of curricular and policy changes as requested by the Dean/Department Chair.
• Assist with the selection of new textbooks as appropriate.
• Participate in professional development activities – minimum of 1 per year (required for adjunct faculty teaching on a regular basis).
• Actively participate in institution and/or School/Department committees assigned to or volunteered for (encouraged, not required).
• Adhere to all institutional and School/Department policies as described in the job description, employee/faculty handbook, or other separate guidelines and memoranda.
• Exercise advanced verbal and written communication often in stressful situations involving students or co-workers.
• Operate in a fast-paced work environment requiring quick adaptation skills in a changing strategic and tactical workplace.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Dean/Department Chair.

Requirements

Education

• Minimum of a Master’s degree in Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, or a closely related field (terminal degree preferred).

Experience

• Prior teaching experience at the college level is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum development, assessment, and student support practices.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• A passion for student success and commitment to South College’s mission and values.
• Prior teaching experience and/or practical/clinical experience in the discipline preferred.

Licensure

• Documentation of applicable licenses/certifications is required.

Schedule

Part-time, on-ground position at the Knoxville/Lonas Campus in Knoxville, TN.