Biology Lecturer

Job Responsibilities

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of students? Tri-County Technical College is looking for dedicated professionals to join our dynamic team! As a leader in higher education, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where both employees and students thrive. Work alongside a diverse group of staff, faculty, and administrators who are dedicated to student success. Be a part of a forward-thinking institution that values creativity, inclusivity, and excellence. If you are ready to contribute to the success of our great institution and grow your career apply today! We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences who are committed to excellence in education.

Tri-County Technical College invites applicants to the role of Biology Lecturer. Reporting to the Science Department Head, the Biology Lecturer will be responsible for teaching Biology lecture and lab courses using systematically planned and delivered instruction for the program, maintain records of student academic progress and attendance, evaluate level of achievement, and assign grades for the program.

Lecturers must teach 18 credit hours or 6 lecture courses each academic term (fall and spring term). For lab/clinical-based programs, lecturers must teach 24 contact hours or 3 lab/clinical experiences that total at least 24 contact hours but not more than 28 contact hours each academic term. Teaching assignments may include both day and evening classes as well as classes on multiple campuses or high school and career center campuses.

Lecturers will serve as intake advisors during peak periods and during the Summer intake peak period, approximately 6-8 weeks (late June – early August) at no more than 20 hours per week. Intake advising will include admissions, career, and academic counseling for prospective students as well as developmental advising for continuing students. Depending on summer enrollment, Lecturers may teach assigned courses and intake advisor hours may be reduced.

Lecturers will be eligible for health insurance under the ACA and PEBA guidelines. Lecturers will be eligible for retirement benefits, as are all temporary employees. Lecturers are not eligible for paid holidays or leave; they are paid only for hours worked under SC State law.

The Biology Lecturer role is a part-time employment role that is eligible for health insurance benefits due to the amount of coursework they are required to teach. Successful candidates will be required to teach face-to-face instruction at one of our four community campuses (Anderson, Easley, Pendleton, or Oconee). Online instruction is not available.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Master's degree in biology or closely related field with 18 graduate hours in biology.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with teaching experience in a community college; successful experience using a variety of active and collaborative learning strategies; experience implementing innovative assessments to measure student learning; and a demonstrated track record showing regular professional development around their teaching and the discipline.

Additional Comments

Tri-County Technical College offers a comprehensive benefits package for FTE positions that includes, but is not limited, to the following:

Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children

Life Insurance: Basic life insurance and optional supplements life insurance for employee, spouse, and children.

State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs: 401k with employer contributions.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services.

Tri-County Technical College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.