The Department of Health and Human Performance at Tennessee Wesleyan University in Athens, Tennessee, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Exercise Science/Sport Management at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Responsibilities include undergraduate-level classroom instruction in both lower and upper division courses, with the potential of graduate-level online instruction. The minimum requirement is a master’s degree in Exercise Science, Sport Management or related fields. Additionally, candidates should have experience in one or more of the primary areas of HHP, including but not limited to:

· Exercise Science

· Kinesiology

· Sport Management

· Sport Administration

· Physical Activity

· Coaching/Leadership

The HHP department at Tennessee Wesleyan University has multiple majors in their undergraduate program: HHP-Exercise Science, HHP- Pre-Physical Therapy, HHP- Pre-Occupational Therapy, HHP-Physical Education, Public Health, Sport Management, and Physical Education K-12 Licensure. The ideal candidate will have expertise and the ability to teach in Exercise Science, Sport Management and HHP-core courses including courses such as Leadership in HHP (freshman level), Safety and First Aid, Kinesiology, Therapeutic Exercise, Sport Governance, Sport Marketing, Sport Administration, HHP Research and Techniques, HHP internship, among other potential classes.

In addition to the teaching duties described above, the successful candidate will be expected to advise students; track and report course data; serve on college committees; assess/evaluate instruction, courses, and programs; participate in community service, departmental meetings, curriculum planning, and student recruitment and retention activities.

The effective date for the position starts on January 1, 2026

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, one-page summary of teaching philosophy, list of 3 professional references, and unofficial copies of transcripts to hr@tnwesleyan.edu.

Tennessee Wesleyan University’s Master of Occupational Therapy Campus, located in Knoxville, TN, seeks a Full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy with experience in general OT practice techniques, working with geriatric populations, and standardized/non-standardized assessments used in practice. Knowledge and experience with neuroanatomy is preferred. This core faculty member will contribute to the MOT program team and facilitate courses as per education, work experience, and areas of expertise. This Assistant/Associate Professor will assist with the development of programmatic and course evaluation matrices, assist with the collaboration between the healthcare academic and clinical program offerings of and surrounding educational affiliation opportunities in the surroundings areas of Knoxville, Tennessee. The Assistant/Associate professor will serve on committees to further facilitate the development of the MOT program to continue to improve student and program outcomes.

Responsibilities of the Full-time Occupational Therapist Assistant/Associate Professor will be to perform education duties within the MOT Program, including planning, development, delivery, evaluation, and the selection and refinement of course content and lessons specific to their area of expertise. Service on various committees, such as the Admissions Committee, Thesis Committees, and others, is required.

All graduate faculty members are expected to be active participants in the professional and community life of the University. They advise and mentor graduate/adult students and contribute to a vibrant and growing academic program through participation in professional/scholarly activities, curriculum planning and development. Education

Applicants must hold a master’s degree, entry-level doctoral degree, or post-professional doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy awarded by an institution that is accredited by a United States Department of Education recognized regional accrediting body.

Minimum Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

· Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Tennessee (or can obtain one upon employment start-date).

· Initially certified by the National Board for Certification for Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Minimum Work Experience:

· A minimum of 2 years of full-time work as an Occupational Therapist is preferred.

Leadership / Other Qualifications

Provides leadership to faculty through committee work and collaboration, administrative staff through collaborative efforts, and students within the program; Demonstrates an understanding of university and department policies and procedures; Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to the program’s and institution’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to use Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office Suite tools.

· Must be familiar with online and/or synchronous teaching and learning and willing to use Microsoft Teams, Campus (Learning Management System), and others as directed.

· Exceptional organization and course facilitation, planning skills, and experience with teaching at a post-secondary level preferred.

· A history of educating occupational therapy students (i.e., in the classroom setting, in Lab, or on fieldwork) is preferred.

· Willingness to take on new challenges related to program opportunities, involvement, and development.

Interested applicants should send a cv/resume, transcripts, and TN OT license to hr@tnwesleyan.edu. Please inform us if you are in another state and will be applying for a TN OT license.

Tennessee Wesleyan University is seeking dynamic candidates for Director of Library & Information Services to serve the TWU Merner-Pfeiffer Library and the campus community. The Director serves as the chief administrative officer for library and information services, a member of the administrative team of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, and a member of the TWU faculty. The Director oversees all daily operations in the library and directs the overall vision for the library. The faculty appointment is at the rank of Assistant Professor and may be accompanied by a tenure-track appointment depending on the academic preparation of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities:

· Formulate and administer all policies, regulations, plans and procedures to fulfill the mission, goals and objectives of the library.

· Develop, organize, and ensure accessibility to the library’s resources and services, including electronic resource management.

· Supervise staff and faculty members of the library.

· Serve as Department Chair and library representative to faculty committees.

· Manage the library budget

· Monitor and direct collection development, management and assessment practices.

· Report to the Vice President of Academic Affairs on library needs, library initiatives, and any special projects.

· Compile reports and oversee assessment of library services.

· Oversee vendor management and electronic resource acquisition.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· An ALA-accredited master’s in library science (MLIS/MLS), a comparable graduate-level degree and a Public Library Management certification such as the Public Library Management Institute certification, or significant experience supervising a library.

· At least 3 years of supervisory experience in a library.

· Experience with electronic resource management and integrated library systems.

· Experience with LibGuides.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience with OCLC Worldshare Management Services ILS and OCLC Discovery.

· Experience with Ebsco products.

· Experience writing and receiving grants and alternative funding.

· Experience with strategic planning for a library.

· Experience with Open and Affordable Educational Resources.

Please submit a cover letter, professional resume/curriculum vitae, and three references to hr@tnwesleyan.edu.

Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of nurses? Tennessee Wesleyan University is seeking dynamic and experienced nursing faculty to join our team! We are currently accepting applications for full-time positions with expertise in Medical-Surgical/Adult Health, Community Health, and Psych/Mental Health Nursing for our Knoxville instructional site.

Position Highlights:

· Teach and mentor students in our BSN program.

· Engage in curriculum development, assessment, and student advisement.

· Collaborate with clinical partners to enhance experiential learning.

· Participate in faculty development and service to the department.

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in nursing required; DNP or Ph.D. preferred for full-time positions.

· Active, unencumbered RN license to practice in Tennessee.

· 3-5 years clinical experience in specialty. Certification is highly desirable.

· Previous teaching experience preferred.

 Submit your CV, cover letter, and three professional references to HR@tnwesleyan.edu. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

·                  Licensed RDH or DDS/DMD with five or more years of clinical practice experience required.

The Goodfriend College of Business and Professional Studies at Tennessee Wesleyan University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Business Administration. This position requires at least 18 graduate hours in a business discipline. The desired candidate will have a master’s degree in the field, but a terminal degree is preferred. The candidate may be required to teach undergraduate or graduate level courses in the School of Business, which may include the traditional day program, the degree completion program, and/or the graduate business programs.

This position will require the successful candidate to advise students, serve on committees as requested, and be supportive of the goals of the university.

Applications should include a letter of interest, a current vita, official copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a statement on the individual’s philosophy of teaching, learning and commitment to undergraduate and graduate business administration studies. Applications can be sent to hr@tnwesleyan.edu.