Description
The Department of Finance at the Haslam College of Business, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications and nominations for one full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position . This position is for a faculty member whose teaching responsibilities will primarily be in the area of real estate . This position will be classified under the Lecturer, Teaching Professor, or Professor of Practice tracks, with the specific title and rank dependent on qualifications. Interviews will be conducted via videoconference (e.g., ZOOM) starting in October 2026 and we will invite the finalists for this position to campus.
Position Details
The Department of Finance anticipates hiring one non-tenure-track faculty member who can contribute to course offerings in real estate . Current offerings include Real Estate Principles, Real Estate Law, Real Estate Finance and Investment Analysis, and Real Estate Cases.
The specific course assignments, as well as the separate determinations of track (Lecturer, Teaching Professor, Professor of Practice) and rank of any hire, will be based on departmental needs and candidate strengths.
Successful candidates are expected to engage with students beyond the classroom to help them enhance their skills and career readiness. Faculty must be able to collaborate effectively within the Department, College, and University.
Department Overview
The Department of Finance is one of seven academic departments within the Haslam College of Business. It offers programs at the undergraduate, MBA, Executive MBA, and doctoral levels. Real estate classes are offered within the Finance department and is one of the fastest growing areas of interest in the College. We currently offer a three-class collateral in real estate and anticipate offering a cross-disciplinary Real Estate Minor starting in the [contact details available in the full listing] academic year. We have a vibrant, student-run real estate club (UTK Real Estate Club – recutk.edu ) and enjoy strong support from alumni in the real estate industry. Our students participate in case competitions, Argus training, and other experiential learning opportunities. The department is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service, and prides itself on a collegial and collaborative environment among faculty and students.
Location
The University of Tennessee is located in Knoxville, a vibrant city nestled near the Great Smoky Mountains . Knoxville offers a low cost of living, abundant outdoor activities, and is frequently recognized as one of the “Best Places to Live” in the United States.
Qualifications
Track and Rank Qualifications:
Consistent with the University of Tennessee, Knoxville Faculty Handbook and college/department bylaws, non-tenure-track (NTT) titles and ranks are determined based on credentials and a documented record of effectiveness in assigned responsibilities (primarily teaching). Standards and procedures related to appointment and promotion standards are additionally governed by department and college bylaws.
Lecturer Series (Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Distinguished Lecturer)
The Department of Finance at the Haslam College of Business, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications and nominations for one full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position . This position is for a faculty member whose teaching responsibilities will primarily be in the area of real estate . This position will be classified under the Lecturer, Teaching Professor, or Professor of Practice tracks, with the specific title and rank dependent on qualifications. Interviews will be conducted via videoconference (e.g., ZOOM) starting in October 2026 and we will invite the finalists for this position to campus.
Position Details
The Department of Finance anticipates hiring one non-tenure-track faculty member who can contribute to course offerings in real estate . Current offerings include Real Estate Principles, Real Estate Law, Real Estate Finance and Investment Analysis, and Real Estate Cases.
The specific course assignments, as well as the separate determinations of track (Lecturer, Teaching Professor, Professor of Practice) and rank of any hire, will be based on departmental needs and candidate strengths.
Successful candidates are expected to engage with students beyond the classroom to help them enhance their skills and career readiness. Faculty must be able to collaborate effectively within the Department, College, and University.
- Start Date: August 1, 2027
Department Overview
The Department of Finance is one of seven academic departments within the Haslam College of Business. It offers programs at the undergraduate, MBA, Executive MBA, and doctoral levels. Real estate classes are offered within the Finance department and is one of the fastest growing areas of interest in the College. We currently offer a three-class collateral in real estate and anticipate offering a cross-disciplinary Real Estate Minor starting in the [contact details available in the full listing] academic year. We have a vibrant, student-run real estate club (UTK Real Estate Club – recutk.edu ) and enjoy strong support from alumni in the real estate industry. Our students participate in case competitions, Argus training, and other experiential learning opportunities. The department is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service, and prides itself on a collegial and collaborative environment among faculty and students.
Location
The University of Tennessee is located in Knoxville, a vibrant city nestled near the Great Smoky Mountains . Knoxville offers a low cost of living, abundant outdoor activities, and is frequently recognized as one of the “Best Places to Live” in the United States.
Qualifications
Track and Rank Qualifications:
Consistent with the University of Tennessee, Knoxville Faculty Handbook and college/department bylaws, non-tenure-track (NTT) titles and ranks are determined based on credentials and a documented record of effectiveness in assigned responsibilities (primarily teaching). Standards and procedures related to appointment and promotion standards are additionally governed by department and college bylaws.
Lecturer Series (Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Distinguished Lecturer)
- Lecturer – Holds (or will hold at the time of appointment) a Master’s degree or higher in Finance, Real Estate, or a related field and shows promise for excellence in assigned responsibilities.
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