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BME Associate/Full Professor - Radioisotopes Cluster/Medical Imaging, Fall 2026
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Overview
The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) invites applications for a tenure-line faculty position at Associate/Full Professor level, starting in 2026. Tenure upon initial appointment may be considered for qualified applicants. This search is part of an approved cluster hire to complement UTK’s strength in medical imaging, therapeutics, and the development and use of radioisotopes. Candidates in related fields in biomedical engineering are encouraged to apply. The Radioisotopes Cluster was approved and launched in 2022, and this search seeks to fill a senior-level faculty vacancy to support development of new radiochemistry labs, enhanced radiopharmaceutical curriculum, and expanded partnerships with ORNL, UT-ORII, local hospitals, and industry. The new hire will contribute to collaborations within the Zeanah Engineering Complex and UTK’s broader radiochemistry and medical imaging initiatives.
Qualifications
Requirements:
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field. Candidates should demonstrate excellence in research through a strong publication record and show potential for leadership in their area of study. All candidates must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to engage in multidisciplinary, collaborative research and teaching. All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. For the
Associate Professor
position, primary consideration will be given to applicants with an established nationally recognized research program, demonstrated success in teaching and mentoring, and a compelling vision for future research at UTK. For the
Full Professor
position, primary consideration will be given to applicants with an internationally recognized research program, a distinguished record of teaching and mentoring, and a clear, forward-looking vision for advancing research at UTK. Preference will be given to candidates whose work aligns with the Radioisotopes Cluster and the college’s strategic goals. Application Instructions
a cover letter articulating the applicant’s interest in and qualifications for this position, a curriculum vitae, a research statement outlining previous work and future directions, a teaching and mentoring statement, up to three representative publications, and the names of three to five references. Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with applicable civil rights laws, UTK affirms its commitment to non-discrimination in employment and in education programs and activities. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to eoa@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violations of civil rights should be directed to the Office of Investigation and Resolution, 216 Business Incubator Building, E J. Chapman Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to investigations@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-0717.
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The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) invites applications for a tenure-line faculty position at Associate/Full Professor level, starting in 2026. Tenure upon initial appointment may be considered for qualified applicants. This search is part of an approved cluster hire to complement UTK’s strength in medical imaging, therapeutics, and the development and use of radioisotopes. Candidates in related fields in biomedical engineering are encouraged to apply. The Radioisotopes Cluster was approved and launched in 2022, and this search seeks to fill a senior-level faculty vacancy to support development of new radiochemistry labs, enhanced radiopharmaceutical curriculum, and expanded partnerships with ORNL, UT-ORII, local hospitals, and industry. The new hire will contribute to collaborations within the Zeanah Engineering Complex and UTK’s broader radiochemistry and medical imaging initiatives.
Qualifications
Requirements:
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related field. Candidates should demonstrate excellence in research through a strong publication record and show potential for leadership in their area of study. All candidates must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to engage in multidisciplinary, collaborative research and teaching. All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. For the
Associate Professor
position, primary consideration will be given to applicants with an established nationally recognized research program, demonstrated success in teaching and mentoring, and a compelling vision for future research at UTK. For the
Full Professor
position, primary consideration will be given to applicants with an internationally recognized research program, a distinguished record of teaching and mentoring, and a clear, forward-looking vision for advancing research at UTK. Preference will be given to candidates whose work aligns with the Radioisotopes Cluster and the college’s strategic goals. Application Instructions
a cover letter articulating the applicant’s interest in and qualifications for this position, a curriculum vitae, a research statement outlining previous work and future directions, a teaching and mentoring statement, up to three representative publications, and the names of three to five references. Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with applicable civil rights laws, UTK affirms its commitment to non-discrimination in employment and in education programs and activities. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to eoa@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violations of civil rights should be directed to the Office of Investigation and Resolution, 216 Business Incubator Building, E J. Chapman Drive, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, by email to investigations@utk.edu, or by phone at 865-974-0717.
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