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Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Information Sciences
College of Communication and Information
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Position Description: MSIS
Short Description
The School of Information Sciences in the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s (UTK) College of Communication and Information (CCI), is seeking a non-tenure-track Clinical Assistant Professor in
information sciences to join us in our quest to enrich, elevate and transform communities and the information professions through excellence in research, education and service. The initial appointment for the position will be up to a maximum of three years,
with the possibility of renewal. This is a 12-month appointment and is available as soon as January 2020.
The successful candidate will be expected to
teach and advise students in our ALA-accredited master’s degree program in information sciences, serve as director of the master’s program, and manage the master’s practicum program. School, college, university, and professional service are also expected.
Candidates with teaching interests in areas that complement any the school’s areas of expertise will be considered. We especially welcome candidates with demonstrated success in working with diverse populations.
Required Qualifications: Earned doctorate by time of appointment in information sciences, library science or related area. Record of successful teaching in a variety of modes and mentoring in an institution of higher education in areas related to the
master’s degree program. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students and staff from a wide range of disciplines, cultures and academic backgrounds is essential.
Ability to build positive and mutually-beneficial relationships with professionals working in a variety of information sectors. Desired Qualifications: Candidates with professional experience in
information sciences-related careers, and who have connections to the information professions are especially welcome. Experience in program administration, development and evaluation are also desired.
To Apply: Individuals interested in applying for the position should send, via email, (1) a letter of application, (2) a statement of teaching philosophy, (3) a diversity statement; (4) a current
curriculum vitae, and (5) a list of three references to:
[log in to unmask] (subject line: MSIS Clinical Faculty Position), or send hard copies of these materials to: Faculty Search Committee, School of Information Sciences, 451 Communications Bldg., 1345 Circle Park Drive, University of Tennessee, Knoxville,
TN 37996-0341. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Details of the position can be found at
https://sis.utk.edu/employment/clinical-assistant-professor-msis-focused.
The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will
receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Dr. Cindy C. Welch
Clinical Associate Professor
School of Information Sciences
UT Experience Learning Fellow
The University of Tennessee
Phone: 865-974-7918
