Assistant Professor Jobs in Tennessee

Assistant Professor jobs in Tennessee are open across Memphis, Knoxville, and Nashville and other Tennessee metros, with employers like The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University of Tennessee, and University of Tennessee Health Science Center hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles88+
Top cityMemphis, TN
Cities hiring6
Work type99% On-site
Top industryEducation

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University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Assistant Professor
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University of Tennessee Health Science Center
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Assistant Professor
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Knoxville, Tennessee
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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University of Tennessee
Assistant Professor
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University of Tennessee
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Assistant Professor
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, Tennessee
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Physicians
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Meharry Medical College
Assistant Professor
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Meharry Medical College
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Assistant Professor
Meharry Medical College
Nashville, Tennessee
Teaching & Instruction
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Higher Education
Curriculum Design
On-Site
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Assistant Professor and Program Director
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University of Tennessee Health Science Center
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Assistant Professor and Program Director
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Teaching & Instruction
Healthcare Administration
Higher Education
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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University of Tennessee
Assistant Professor and Program Director
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University of Tennessee
Added 5d ago
Assistant Professor and Program Director
University of Tennessee
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Nursing
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Teaching & Instruction
Physicians
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Assistant Professor Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Memphis
43 jobs
Knoxville
18 jobs
Nashville
18 jobs
Chattanooga
3 jobs
Martin
3 jobs
Jackson
2 jobs

Assistant Professor Job Market in Tennessee

A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
    The University of Tennessee Health Science Center36
  • University of Tennessee
    University of Tennessee20
  • University of Tennessee Health Science Center
    University of Tennessee Health Science Center10
  • Belmont University
    Belmont University9
  • Lipscomb University
    Lipscomb University6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education74
  • Healthcare & Medical Services45
  • Banking & Financial Services2
  • Investment & Asset Management1

What Tennessee Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor jobs across Tennessee.

  • Earned doctorate or terminal degree in the relevant academic discipline
  • Active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications or equivalent scholarly output
  • Demonstrated undergraduate or graduate teaching experience in the field
  • Evidence of external grant seeking or funded research projects
  • Ability to advise and mentor undergraduate or graduate students
  • Commitment to departmental service, curriculum development, and collegiality

Assistant Professor Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How many assistant professor jobs are there in Tennessee?

There are 88+ assistant professor openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Memphis, Knoxville, and Nashville. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.

Which Tennessee cities have the most assistant professor jobs?

Memphis, Knoxville, and Nashville have the most assistant professor openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire assistant professors in Tennessee?

Employers hiring assistant professors in Tennessee include The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University of Tennessee, and University of Tennessee Health Science Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote assistant professor jobs in Tennessee?

Yes. About 1% of assistant professor openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.

How do I apply for assistant professor jobs in Tennessee?

You can apply to assistant professor jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.

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