Biology Faculty

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All positions are onsite‑in‑person unless specifically noted.

This position is based at the Williamson, TN Campus.

• Must be able to deliver instruction and evaluate student learning in all instructional delivery formats offered by the specific department at the college and at any of its teaching locations. Formats include but are not limited to in‑person, online, hybrid, live streaming, and clinical.
• Within a minimum workweek of 37.5 hours, faculty are expected to teach a minimum of 15 hours and hold in‑person and virtual office hours as defined in College Policy.
• Maintain an environment conducive to learning.
• Be responsible for course and, when appropriate, laboratory preparation.
• Actively participate in curriculum and program development, revision and evaluation.
• Provide academic advising to students with an emphasis on retention and success.
• Remain current in the teaching area(s) through appropriate professional development activities.
• Actively participate on divisional and institutional committees.
• Collaborate in building and maintaining relationships within and beyond the institution.
• Contribute appropriately to pursuit and achievement of program, division, and institutional mission and strategy.

• Actively participate in institutional and, as appropriate, community activities that support the institution's mission.
• Support and follow Columbia State's, T  and other applicable policies and guidelines.
• Continue to develop professionally.
• Utilize technology as a tool for enhancement of operation, instruction and services.

• Master’s degree in Biology or a master’s degree and at least 18 graduate semester hours (27 graduate quarter hours) in Biology or closely related field.
• College teaching experience is desirable.
• Doctorate and higher education experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Work Characteristics
Communication ability in written and spoken English and the language in which the course is taught; knowledge and/or experience to instruct using a variety of instructional delivery modes; ability to relate to a diverse faculty, staff and student population; teamwork and collaboration skills.

Working Conditions
Faculty members are expected to be available for day and evening classes and for assignments at any of the institution's centers or sites. Normal sitting and movement in a classroom and the ability to manipulate and move audiovisual equipment both in the classroom and from one location to another.

Titles Supervised
Work‑study students

Position tempérament
This is a 9‑month Faculty position beginning in Fall 2026.

As Tennessee’s first community college (established in 1966), Columbia State is committed to student success both in and out of the classroom, as well as economic and community development in our nine‑county service area. Columbia State is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents.

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 14 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

Columbia State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, disability, age, 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 with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

Executive Director of Human Resources
human resources
1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia, TN 38401

Entry level

Full‑time

Education and Training

Higher Education

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