Associate Professor - College of Nursing - Fall

Knoxville, TN

Sep 21, 2026

The
College 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.

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…