"Non-Tenure Track Faculty Positions in Finance, Fall 2026 (3 openings)"

Job Details

The Department of Finance at the Haslam College of Business, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications and nominations for three full-time, non-tenure-track faculty positions. These positions 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 starting in October 2025 and we will invite the finalists for each position to campus.

Position Details

The Department of Finance anticipates hiring three non-tenure-track faculty members to support teaching needs across the finance curriculum, which includes courses in corporate finance, investments, FinTech, real estate, and personal financial planning. While candidates will not be expected to teach in all areas, the department has a particular interest in hiring at least one individual who can contribute to course offerings in real estate and/or personal financial planning.

The specific course assignments, as well as the determinations of track and rank, will be based on departmental needs and candidate strengths. Successful candidates are expected to engage with students beyond the classroom to enhance their skills and career readiness. Faculty must collaborate effectively within the Department, College, and University.

• Start Date: August 1, 2026
• Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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, and houses the Masters Investment Learning Center. Finance is a popular major and minor at UTK. The department is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service, and prides itself on a collegial and collaborative environment.

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:

For Lecturer Series, Teaching Professor Series, and Professor of Practice Series, requirements include appropriate degrees, professional experience, and records of excellence in teaching and related responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated effectiveness in undergraduate-level teaching.
• A strong commitment to student success.
• Industry experience and/or relevant certifications (e.g., CFP, CFA, real estate licensure) are desirable.
• A desire to lead coordination of CFP coursework.
• The ability to teach and/or develop programming in graduate and executive education programs.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should apply online via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/173014

Application materials should include: cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information for three professional references.

Application Review Begins: September 17, 2024. Positions remain open until filled.

For inquiries, contact Jeannie Goodman (goodmanj@utk.edu) or David Maslar (dmaslar@utk.edu).