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Inside Higher Ed · 10 hours ago

Non-Tenure Track Faculty Positions in Finance, Fall 2026 (3 openings)

Knoxville, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is seeking candidates for three full-time non-tenure-track faculty positions in the Department of Finance. These roles will primarily focus on teaching across the finance curriculum, including courses in corporate finance, investments, FinTech, real estate, and personal financial planning, while also engaging with students to enhance their skills and career readiness.

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Responsibilities

Support teaching needs across the finance curriculum, which includes courses in corporate finance, investments, FinTech, real estate, and personal financial planning

Engage with students beyond the classroom to help them enhance their skills and career readiness

Collaborate effectively within the Department, College, and University

Qualification

Ph.D. in FinanceMaster's degree in FinanceCFP certificationCFA certificationTeaching effectivenessStudent success commitmentIndustry experienceCurriculum developmentPedagogical innovationMentoring

Required

Holds (or will hold at the time of appointment) a Master's degree or higher in Finance or a related field and shows promise for excellence in assigned responsibilities

As above, with a demonstrated record of excellence in assigned responsibilities

As above, with a sustained, consistent record of excellence in assigned responsibilities

Holds a Ph.D. (or will hold at the time of appointment) in Finance or a related field with promise for excellence in teaching and related responsibilities, evidenced by early effectiveness and contributions

Terminal degree with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and related responsibilities

Terminal degree with a sustained, consistent record of excellence and evidence of instructional leadership (e.g., curriculum development, mentoring, pedagogical innovation) commensurate with senior rank

Holds a Ph.D. (or will hold at the time of appointment) in Finance or a related field and/or appropriate professional licensure/certification and significant professional experience; shows promise for excellence in assigned responsibilities

As above, with a demonstrated record of excellence in assigned responsibilities

As above, with a sustained, consistent record of excellence in assigned responsibilities; often includes evidence of professional or instructional leadership

Demonstrated effectiveness in undergraduate-level teaching

A strong commitment to student success

Industry experience and/or relevant certifications (e.g., CFP, CFA, real estate licensure) are desirable but not required

A desire to lead coordination of CFP (Certified Financial Planner) coursework

The ability and desire to teach and/or develop programming in our graduate and executive education (GEE) programs, such as the Masters in Financial Economics, MBA, Executive MBA, Physicians Executive MBA, or Aerospace and Defense MBA