Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, Fall 2021
- Employer
- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Location
- Knoxville, TN
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- Position Type
- Assistant Professor
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Location:
Knoxville, TN
Open Date:
Oct 14, 2020
Description:
As the state’s flagship school, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville is home to over 100 research institutes and is classified as a Research University with very High Research Activity (RU/VH) by the Carnegie Foundation. Student enrollment totals more than 30,000 and research funding surpasses $319 million. Located near the Great Smoky Mountains and surrounded by numerous lakes, Knoxville offers abundant recreational attractions, cultural attractions such as opera and symphony, low cost of living and high-quality residential neighborhoods.
College of Nursing 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.
- College owns and operates Vine Clinic, a nurse-managed school-based health center and outreaches via Telehealth to other underserved schools.
Responsibilities
- Teaching undergraduates and/or graduate students a using best practice teaching methods
- Developing a successful program of research with extramural funding
- Engaging in college, university, community and professional service
Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate in nursing, public health, or other health related field by time of appointment
- Evidence of research in health and wellness
Desirable Qualifications:
- Eligibility for RN license in Tennessee
Application Instructions:
For more information, visit our website, https://nursing.utk.edu/ . Interested applicants submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference. For more information please contact Victoria Niederhauser, DrPH, RN, PPCNP-BC, FAAN, Dean & Professor. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing, 1200 Volunteer Blvd., Suite 301, Knoxville, TN 37996-4180, vniederh@utk.edu.
Screening of applicant credentials will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Rank and salary based on qualifications and experience.
Organization
Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion
UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.
The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.
As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.
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