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

The College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications for a 9-month full-time, tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor to start August 1, 2026. We are seeking dynamic, innovative, and collaborative candidates who are committed to advancing nursing education, research, and practice. Details on the College of Nursing Programs are available at https://nursing.utk.edu/

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. Come join the Vol Nurse Family! Get to know CON

Highlights:

• Generous start-up package including relocation stipend and protected scholarship time for the first 2 years.
• Scholarship and grant writing support from the college (Office of Research Services) and the university (Office of Research & Engagement)
• Inter-professional education and research opportunities
• Member of the National Hartford Centers for Gerontological Nursing Excellence
• State of the art accredited Health Innovation & Simulation Lab run in collaboration with the College of Engineering
• Collaborations with Pat Summitt Alzheimer’s clinic, University of Tennessee Medical Center, East Tennessee Children’s Hospital and Oakridge National Laboratory.
• The college owns and operates Vine Clinic, a nurse-managed school-based health center and outreaches via Telehealth to other underserved schools.

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

Rank and Salary:

Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A competitive benefits package is included.

Work Location:

Knoxville, Tennessee. This is not a distance-based position. Faculty are expected to be present on campus.

Assistant Professor: are expected to hold a doctorate or other terminal degree in or related to the discipline. Show promise as teachers. Show promise of developing a program in disciplinary research/scholarship/creative activity that is gaining external recognition. Have a developing record of institutional, disciplinary, and/or professional service. Show evidence that they work well with colleagues and students in performing their university responsibilities.

Associate Professor: are expected to have five years as an assistant professor, hold a doctorate or other terminal degree in or related to the discipline. Have achieved and maintained a recognized record in disciplinary research/scholarship/creative activity/engagement scholarship. Have achieved and maintained a record of institutional, disciplinary, and/or professional service or outreach engagement.

Professor: are expected to have five years as associate professor, hold a doctorate or other terminal degree in or related to the disciple, and have achieved and maintain a nationally recognized record in disciplinary research scholarship / creative activity / engagement scholarship.

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 (address, phone number, and e-mail address) for at least three professional references.

Review of applications will begin September 15, 2025.

For additional information please contact College of Nursing Human Resources at conhr@utk.edu or via mail at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing, Human Resources 1200 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996