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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INTRODUCTION
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Knoxville Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is seeking a part-time non-tenure Assistant Professor. This role is focused on teaching Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residents, with primary responsibilities in office-based sedation and anesthesia as well as office-based surgical care. Surgical instruction will include dentoalveolar procedures, pre-prosthetic surgery, biopsy procedures, and implant surgery. In addition, this position will involve the comprehensive management of maxillofacial trauma and odontogenic infections.
Direct supervision of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residents in office-based procedures conducted at the faculty member’s OMFS surgical center, as well as supervision of hospital-based procedures involving the comprehensive management of facial trauma and other emergency patient care.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Completion of an accredited dental degree and completion of a CODA-accredited Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency.
LICENSES: Board certification by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is desirable but not required. Candidates must hold an active Tennessee dental license, a Tennessee Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery specialty license, and a Tennessee general anesthesia permit.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES:
Completion of a CODA-accredited Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency and fellowship training in cosmetic surgery. Demonstrated expertise in office-based anesthesia and sedation, as well as comprehensive office-based Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and facial cosmetic surgery procedures, is highly desirable. Experience in the management of maxillofacial trauma and post-traumatic reconstructive surgery is also preferred.
For benefits information, please visit
https://www.uthsc.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefits-preview-packet.pdf
THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER, COLLEGE OF MEDICINE - KNOXVILLE
The University of Tennessee College of Medicine – Knoxville (UT Health Science Center COM-Knoxville) was initially established in 1956 as the UT Memorial Research Center and Hospital, which also provided the graduate medical and dental educational (GMDE) and research programs in Knoxville. The GMDE programs collectively became the UT Graduate School of Medicine with the formation of the University of Tennessee Medical Center (UT Medical) in 1991, and more recently were renamed the UT Health Science Center COM-Knoxville with the increased emphasis on undergraduate medical education in Knoxville as well as the statewide presence of UT Health Science Center.
The mission of the Knoxville Campus is to advance medical education required to train the next generation of physicians and dentists, deliver comprehensive and compassionate care with our hospital partner, UT Medical, and conduct innovative research that is meaningful for patients and their families. Our college provides training for third- and fourth-year Medical Students, second-year Physician Assistant Students, as well as Graduate Medical Education for 11 primary residency programs and 17 subspecialty fellowships. UT Health Science Center COM-Knoxville consists of 548 faculty (258 paid), 245 residents and fellows and hosts an average of 40-50 medical students per month. UT Health Science Center COM-Knoxville also provides Continuing Medical Education services for faculty, residents and practicing physicians in our region, as well as Advanced Medical Simulation for students, residents, and faculty.
The UT Health Science Center College of Medicine-Knoxville, in partnership with UT Medical, sponsors extensive translational research in both clinical and laboratory settings. The faculty collaborates with various institutions both regionally and nationally including other UT Health Science Center campuses, UTK, Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), and other health science center institutions.
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Assistant Professor Job Market in Tennessee
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Who's Hiring
- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center36

- University of Tennessee20

- University of Tennessee Health Science Center10

- Belmont University9

- 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?
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