The University of Tennessee Southern
Assistant Professor of Business - UT Southern
The University of Tennessee Southern, Pulaski, Tennessee, United States, 38478
Overview
The University of Tennessee Southern invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor, D.W. Johnston School of Business. This is a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2026. We seek candidates with expertise in agribusiness, economics, or finance who are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s mission by engaging in high-quality research, innovative teaching, and meaningful service to the institution and community. About UT Southern
The University of Tennessee Southern (UT Southern) is a small public university established in 2021. Located in Pulaski, UT Southern is the fourth undergraduate campus in the UT System and the only public four-year institution between Chattanooga and Memphis. The campus is about 70 miles south of Nashville and 40 miles north of Huntsville, Alabama. UT Southern offers low student–teacher ratios and a private, small-college experience with the resources of a land-grant university system. Nearly 30 academic programs are available through the schools of business, education, arts and humanities, mathematics and sciences, nursing, and social sciences. The UT Southern Firehawks compete in the Southern States Athletic Conference with multiple nationally competitive teams. The University of Tennessee Board of Trustees approved UT Southern’s inaugural five-year strategic plan: Igniting Excellence. The plan emphasizes academic excellence, student experience and success, and campus and community engagement. UT Southern’s vision is to be a hub for education, community leadership, and workforce development in south-central Tennessee and a national model for rural higher education. The mission includes providing undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs grounded in liberal arts and sciences, promoting a diverse and globally conscious learning community, and serving the region through educational, social, and cultural programs and community outreach. Responsibilities
Teaching: Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in economics or finance, including core courses and electives in the candidate’s area of expertise. Develop and deliver engaging course materials that foster critical thinking and student learning. Advise and mentor students on academic and career development. Supervise undergraduate or graduate research projects as appropriate. Research: Conduct high-quality research leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals. Pursue external funding opportunities to support research activities. Present research findings at academic conferences and other professional venues. Service: Participate in departmental, college, and university committees. Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment efforts. Engage with the broader academic community through professional service (e.g., journal reviews, conference organization). Support community outreach initiatives aligned with the department’s mission. Qualifications
Required Minimum Qualifications A PhD or DBA in Agribusiness, Economics, Finance, or a closely related field (ABD candidates will be considered if the degree is completed by August 1, 2026). Evidence of potential for high-quality research and publication. Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred qualifications may include expertise in specific subfields relevant to the department’s needs, experience with innovative teaching methods or technologies, and a record of pursuing external funding for research. Additional Information
Employment type: Full-time
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The University of Tennessee Southern invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor, D.W. Johnston School of Business. This is a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2026. We seek candidates with expertise in agribusiness, economics, or finance who are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s mission by engaging in high-quality research, innovative teaching, and meaningful service to the institution and community. About UT Southern
The University of Tennessee Southern (UT Southern) is a small public university established in 2021. Located in Pulaski, UT Southern is the fourth undergraduate campus in the UT System and the only public four-year institution between Chattanooga and Memphis. The campus is about 70 miles south of Nashville and 40 miles north of Huntsville, Alabama. UT Southern offers low student–teacher ratios and a private, small-college experience with the resources of a land-grant university system. Nearly 30 academic programs are available through the schools of business, education, arts and humanities, mathematics and sciences, nursing, and social sciences. The UT Southern Firehawks compete in the Southern States Athletic Conference with multiple nationally competitive teams. The University of Tennessee Board of Trustees approved UT Southern’s inaugural five-year strategic plan: Igniting Excellence. The plan emphasizes academic excellence, student experience and success, and campus and community engagement. UT Southern’s vision is to be a hub for education, community leadership, and workforce development in south-central Tennessee and a national model for rural higher education. The mission includes providing undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs grounded in liberal arts and sciences, promoting a diverse and globally conscious learning community, and serving the region through educational, social, and cultural programs and community outreach. Responsibilities
Teaching: Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in economics or finance, including core courses and electives in the candidate’s area of expertise. Develop and deliver engaging course materials that foster critical thinking and student learning. Advise and mentor students on academic and career development. Supervise undergraduate or graduate research projects as appropriate. Research: Conduct high-quality research leading to publications in peer-reviewed journals. Pursue external funding opportunities to support research activities. Present research findings at academic conferences and other professional venues. Service: Participate in departmental, college, and university committees. Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment efforts. Engage with the broader academic community through professional service (e.g., journal reviews, conference organization). Support community outreach initiatives aligned with the department’s mission. Qualifications
Required Minimum Qualifications A PhD or DBA in Agribusiness, Economics, Finance, or a closely related field (ABD candidates will be considered if the degree is completed by August 1, 2026). Evidence of potential for high-quality research and publication. Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred qualifications may include expertise in specific subfields relevant to the department’s needs, experience with innovative teaching methods or technologies, and a record of pursuing external funding for research. Additional Information
Employment type: Full-time
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