Lecturer in Project Management/Strategic Management/Technology Commercialization-Department of Management & Entrepreneurship- Fall 2024
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 14, 2024
Description
This a position description for a lecturer in The University of Tennessee - Knoxville Haslam College of Business. This non-tenure track position resides in the Department of Management & Entrepreneurship. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.
This position is for 9-months and renewable based on department need and faculty performance. The typical teaching load is seven (7) courses per academic year, depending on the type of course taught and service to the university, college, or department outside of the classroom. In addition, the position includes a service component. The search will remain open until the position is filled, with the earliest effective dates of employment being August 1, 2024. Compensation will be competitive.
Knoxville, nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, has a metropolitan statistical area population of over 850,000 people. This moderate-sized city has a vibrant nightlife that includes numerous theaters and museums, traditional bluegrass music, world-class restaurants, many cultural festivals, and a downtown market square to name a few examples. Surrounded by lakes and the Tennessee River, the Knoxville area boasts wonderful year-round water activities, including boating, fishing, and swimming that make for scenic and breathtaking views of the area. Knoxville is also home to many leading corporations, including Pilot Flying J, Denso, Clayton Homes, Ruby Tuesday, Bush Brothers & Company, Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc., Regal Cinemas, TVA, and Arconic.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications: A graduate degree (e.g., MBA) from an accredited institution with an emphasis in strategic management, general management, project management, or a related discipline. Experience teaching project management, strategic management, and/or technology commercialization at the college-level.
Desired Qualifications:
Ph.D. from an accredited institution with an emphasis in management, or a related discipline
Demonstrated record of high-quality and innovative teaching in project management, strategic management, and/or technology commercialization at the college level
Breadth of experience in teaching across undergraduate- and graduate-levels
Demonstrated success in contributing to a collegial classroom and work environment
Work experience relevant to project management, strategic management, technology commercialization, or related discipline and industry contacts
Experience using cases and simulations in the classroom
Demonstrated focus on experiential learning activities in the classroom
Experience developing and teaching online courses
Demonstrated passion and excellence for working with students and helping them achieve their personal and professional goals
Proven commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity
This position is subject to final university approval and university eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee.
Application Instructions
We will begin reviewing applications beginning April 1, and will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should apply through our online portal: apply.interfolio.com/142315
Include the following application documents:
Cover letter (including a statement of applicant's teaching philosophy)
Current curriculum vitae or resume (including a summary of recent teaching evaluation scores and teaching awards, as applicable)
A 10-minute video of the applicant teaching a strategy or project management topic (provide a link to the video, perhaps with a secure link via Vimeo or YouTube)
Names and contact information for three references
Please contact search committee chair, Christie Ekern, at cekern@utk.edu with any questions.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or eoa@utk.edu or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or investigations@utk.edu.
This a position description for a lecturer in The University of Tennessee - Knoxville Haslam College of Business. This non-tenure track position resides in the Department of Management & Entrepreneurship. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University.
This position is for 9-months and renewable based on department need and faculty performance. The typical teaching load is seven (7) courses per academic year, depending on the type of course taught and service to the university, college, or department outside of the classroom. In addition, the position includes a service component. The search will remain open until the position is filled, with the earliest effective dates of employment being August 1, 2024. Compensation will be competitive.
Knoxville, nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, has a metropolitan statistical area population of over 850,000 people. This moderate-sized city has a vibrant nightlife that includes numerous theaters and museums, traditional bluegrass music, world-class restaurants, many cultural festivals, and a downtown market square to name a few examples. Surrounded by lakes and the Tennessee River, the Knoxville area boasts wonderful year-round water activities, including boating, fishing, and swimming that make for scenic and breathtaking views of the area. Knoxville is also home to many leading corporations, including Pilot Flying J, Denso, Clayton Homes, Ruby Tuesday, Bush Brothers & Company, Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc., Regal Cinemas, TVA, and Arconic.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications: A graduate degree (e.g., MBA) from an accredited institution with an emphasis in strategic management, general management, project management, or a related discipline. Experience teaching project management, strategic management, and/or technology commercialization at the college-level.
Desired Qualifications:
Ph.D. from an accredited institution with an emphasis in management, or a related discipline
Demonstrated record of high-quality and innovative teaching in project management, strategic management, and/or technology commercialization at the college level
Breadth of experience in teaching across undergraduate- and graduate-levels
Demonstrated success in contributing to a collegial classroom and work environment
Work experience relevant to project management, strategic management, technology commercialization, or related discipline and industry contacts
Experience using cases and simulations in the classroom
Demonstrated focus on experiential learning activities in the classroom
Experience developing and teaching online courses
Demonstrated passion and excellence for working with students and helping them achieve their personal and professional goals
Proven commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity
This position is subject to final university approval and university eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee.
Application Instructions
We will begin reviewing applications beginning April 1, and will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should apply through our online portal: apply.interfolio.com/142315
Include the following application documents:
Cover letter (including a statement of applicant's teaching philosophy)
Current curriculum vitae or resume (including a summary of recent teaching evaluation scores and teaching awards, as applicable)
A 10-minute video of the applicant teaching a strategy or project management topic (provide a link to the video, perhaps with a secure link via Vimeo or YouTube)
Names and contact information for three references
Please contact search committee chair, Christie Ekern, at cekern@utk.edu with any questions.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or eoa@utk.edu or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or investigations@utk.edu.
