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FOR THE MSIS (MASTER’S) PROGRAM
Position Description: MSIS
Are you passionate about educating the next generation of information professionals? Are you ready to develop your talents in teaching and program management? Do you find yourself drawn to student-centered
activities and concerns?
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 this 12-month position will be up to a maximum of
three years, with the possibility of renewal.
The successful candidate will 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 positions are filled. Preference will be given to applications received by March 15, 2020. Details of the position can be found
at https://sis.utk.edu/employment.
FOR THE BSIS (BACHELOR’S) PROGRAM
Position Description: BSIS
Are you passionate about educating the next generation of information professionals? Are you ready to develop your talents in teaching and program management? Do you find yourself drawn to student-centered
activities and concerns? Would you like the opportunity to build a program from the ground up?
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 this 12-month position will be up to a maximum of
three years, with the possibility of renewal.
The successful candidate will teach and advise students in our new bachelor’s degree program in information sciences, serve as director of undergraduate studies, and manage the undergraduate practicum
program. School, college, university, and professional service are also expected. Candidates are expected to have teaching interests in areas related to the bachelor’s degree program which focuses on user experience design; data, information management, and
analytics; and information technology. We especially welcome candidates with demonstrated success in working with diverse populations. Required Qualifications: Earned doctorate by time of appointment in information sciences, computer 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 bachelor’s degree program. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students and staff from a wide range of disciplines, cultures
and academic backgrounds. 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 with industry connections 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: BSIS 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 positions are filled. Preference will be given to applications received by March 15, 2020. Details of the position can be found
at https://sis.utk.edu/employment.
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
Chair, NTTF Search Committee
Clinical Associate Professor
School of Information Sciences
UT Experience Learning Fellow
The University of Tennessee
Phone: 865-974-7918
Pronouns: she, her, hers
