Lecturer of Marketing & Sales, August 2021
- Employer
- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Location
- Knoxville, TN
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- Professional Fields, Business & Management
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Location:
Knoxville, TN
Open Date:
Mar 1, 2021
Description:
The University of Tennessee, Haslam College of Business invites applications and nominations for a full-time, non-tenure track lecturer position in its Department of Marketing. This position involves preparing for and teaching seven undergraduate and/or graduate course sections per academic year, and contributing through service to the department, college and university. Primary instructional responsibilities will be in the professional sales and sales management content area, with potential secondary teaching assignments in related areas. Anticipated service responsibilities will focus, at least in part, on supporting the department’s Professional Sales Forum. The candidate’s mix of job responsibilities is subject to change based on departmental needs. The effective date of employment will be August 1, 2021 (or when filled).
Qualifications:
Required: Graduate degree in marketing or related field completed as of the starting date of employment.
Preferred: The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. degree in marketing or related field and a strong foundation and interest in the areas of professional selling and sales management. In addition, preference will be given to candidates with at least five years of relevant business experience in the professional sales and sales management area, and those with a demonstrated ability to train and develop sales talent.
Application Instructions:
Qualified individuals are invited to submit their application materials via Interfolio. Required application materials include: (1) a letter of interest, (2) professional vita, and (3) the names and contact information of three professional references. References will be contacted during latter phases of the selection process. Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration for the position, applicants must submit their materials no later than March 31, 2021. Following a review of application materials, the search committee will schedule virtual interviews with select candidates and invite finalists for the position to a second round of interviews, as needed.
If you have any questions about the position or application process, please contact the search committee co-chairs, Neeraj Bharadwaj (Associate Professor of Marketing) and Cindy Raines (Distinguished Lecturer of Marketing) via e-mail at nbharadw@utk.edu and craines1@utk.edu, respectively.
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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