Associate Professor - College of Nursing - Fall 2027 (2 Positions)

University of Tennessee; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Protected scholarship time

Start-up package

Job summary

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville invites applications for two open 9-month full-time, tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Associate Professor to start August 1, 2027. We seek scholars advancing nursing education, research, and practice with strong mentoring and collaborative goals.

The College of Nursing offers a rich environment for inter-professional education, with partnerships across health, engineering, and hospital systems.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in nursing by time of appointment.
• Eligibility for Associate Professor with tenure-track expectations.
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness and student mentorship.
• Eligibility for RN licensure in Tennessee and active state license.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain an active scholarly program with external funding.
• Disseminate findings via publications, conferences, and presentations.
• Mentor junior faculty and collaborate across disciplines.
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses and contribute to curriculum development.
• Engage in accreditation activities and program evaluation.

Skills

Teaching

Mentorship

Scholarly output

Interdisciplinary collab

Research funding

Education

Doctorate in Nursing

Job description

The University of Tennessee - Knoxville: Knoxville Academic Units: College of Nursing

Location

Knoxville, TN

Open Date

Sep 21, 2026

Description

TheCollege of Nursing at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications for two open 9-month full-time, tenure track faculty positions at the rank of Associate Professor to start August 1, 2027. We are seeking a visionary scholar who brings innovative and forward-thinking approaches to advancing nursing education, research, and practice in the evolving health landscape. 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 & Scholarship) and the university (Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development).
• 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, Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital and Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
• The college owns and operates Vine Clinic, a nurse-managed school-based health center with telehealth to other underserved schools.

About the Position

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a record of scholarly productivity, sustained externally funded research and a commitment to mentoring students and collaborating with faculty colleagues in a dynamic academic environment. The successful candidate must possess a strong record of excellence in teaching, along with a demonstrated history of impactful research supported by extramural funding. Key responsibilities include delivering high-quality, engaging instruction; mentoring and advising students; conducting influential research with external funding; and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across diverse academic and professional domains.

Position Responsibilities:

Research and Scholarship

• Establish and maintain an active program of scholarly research with a clear agenda and measurable outcomes toward extramural funding.
• Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and conferences.
• Pursue external funding and/or lead scholarly initiatives aligned with college priorities and disciplinary needs.
• Mentor junior faculty and collaborate across disciplines, clinical partners, and community partners as appropriate.

Teaching and Mentorship

• Foster interdisciplinary academic collaborations across health, engineering, informatics, and design
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses as assigned.
• Mentor and advise students in academic and professional development.
• Contribute to curriculum development, assessment, and continuous improvement of academic programs.

Service and Leadership

• Serve on college, university, and professional committees; contribute to shared governance.
• Participate in accreditation support, program evaluation, and strategic initiatives.
• Engage in professional and community service that advances the discipline, strengthens partnerships, and promotes the mission of the college.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to enhance educational programs and research initiatives.

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

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in nursing by time of appointment.
• Eligibility for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor with evidence consistent with tenure-track expectations (scholarly productivity, peer-reviewed publications, and recognized contributions).
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and student mentorship.
• Current, unencumbered RN license in the state where they are a permanent resident, and eligibility for RN licensure in Tennessee, as required for the position.
• 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
• Experience with instructional media and technology

Rank and Salary:

Associate professors are expected to

• hold the doctorate or other terminal degree of the discipline, or to present equivalent training and experience as appropriate to the particular appointment
• be good teachers
• have achieved and maintain a recognized record in disciplinary research / scholarship / creative activity/ engaged scholarship
• have achieved and maintain a record of institutional, disciplinary, and/or professional service or outreach engagement
• have normally served as an assistant professor for at least five years
• have demonstrated that they work well with colleagues and students in performing their university responsibilities.

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