"College of Nursing - Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Fall 2026 (5 Positions)"

About the College of Nursing

With a longstanding tradition of excellence in nursing education, research, and clinical practice, we are proud to be a guiding force in healthcare education. By offering cutting-edge academic programs, supporting impactful research, and forging strong community partnerships, we prepare healthcare professionals who deliver high-quality, culturally responsive care in a diverse and ever-changing world. Details on the College of Nursing Programs are available at https://nursing.utk.edu/.

About the Position

The ideal candidate will possess a strong record of excellence in teaching, along with a demonstrated history of impactful research supported by extramural funding. We are particularly seeking a visionary scholar who brings innovative and forward-thinking approaches to advancing education, research, and practice in the evolving health landscape. Key responsibilities include delivering high-quality, engaging instruction; mentoring and advising students; conducting influential research with strong potential for external funding; and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across diverse academic and professional domains.

Position Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain a program of scholarly research with potential for extramural funding.
• Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and conferences.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaborations across health, engineering, informatics, and design.
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses aligned with expertise.
• Participate in college, university, and professional service activities.
• Engage with community partners to advance the mission of the college.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to enhance educational programs and research initiatives.
• Mentor and advise students in academic and professional development.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in nursing, public health, or other related field by time of appointment.
• Record of scholarly achievement commensurate with rank.
• Strong foundation in human-centered design and human factors in clinical or educational settings.
• Evidence of research in health and wellness.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in academic nursing.
• Evidence of team science and translational research.
• Currently funded with the potential to transfer funding to UTKCON.
• Current licensure in nursing; eligible for licensure in Tennessee.
• Experience with instructional media and technology.

Applications should include:

(1) a letter of interest addressing teaching interests and how the applicant’s background and experience make them an ideal candidate, (2) a comprehensive curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and contact information for at least three professional references. Review of applications will begin September 15, 2025.