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How much do insurance professor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for insurance professor in Tennessee is $104,187.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,800.00 and $110,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an insurance professor do?

An Insurance Professor is an academic expert who teaches courses on insurance, risk management, and related financial topics at a university or college. They conduct research, publish scholarly articles, and help students understand the principles of underwriting, claims management, and policy analysis. Many Insurance Professors have industry experience and work closely with businesses to bridge the gap between academia and practice.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an insurance professor?

An Insurance Professor typically requires advanced academic credentials such as a Ph.D. in risk management, insurance, or a related field, along with in-depth knowledge of insurance principles and teaching experience. Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Blackboard or Canvas), research databases, and professional industry certifications like CPCU or CLU are often expected. Strong communication, mentorship, and curriculum development skills distinguish top candidates in this role. These skills ensure engaging instruction, effective research, and the ability to prepare students for real-world insurance careers.

Infographic showing various Insurance Professor job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $104,187 per year, or $50.1 per hour.

Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychiatric Nursing

Valparaiso University

Kingsport, TN • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Eastman Credit Union is seeking an experienced Mortgage Originator. This position is for Inbound Mortgage Origination. Some of the benefits include:

Work/Life Balance - 40 hours per week (November – February)/ Minimal Overtime (March – October)
Non-Commission, Competitive Pay
Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Vacation, Annual Bonus Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, and more!
Promotional Opportunities and Career Development
Possibility of Floating within Tri Cities Region

Mortgage Loan Originator Functions:

  • Interview prospective borrowers, determine borrowers’ financial goals, and present appropriate ECU product options
  • Discuss loan pricing and lock options
  • Gather application data such as income, assets, sales contract, etc
  • Enter personal and financial information in loan origination system, and analyze applicant financial status to determine feasibility of granting loan.
  • Deny application or submit application to Processing
  • Review loan application and pertinent disclosures (loan estimate, closing disclosure, etc.) with applicants.
  • Compile loan package and discusses loan terms with applicant in accordance with ECU guidelines and policies.
  • Deliver loan package to Disclosure Desk in a timely manner (within 1 day of application)
  • Confer with underwriter/processing to aid in resolving mortgage underwriting compliance
  • Assist members with inquiries and information requests
  • Inform loan applicant of credit decision
  • Manages pipeline to insure timely loan processing and closing
  • Promote and cross-service other ECU products and services as appropriate to member needs
  • Continuing education – seminars and on-line training to stay abreast of changes in the mortgage lending industry
  • Maintain working knowledge of mortgage regulatory compliance. Including but not limited to:
    • Regulation Z –
      • High - Cost Mortgages
      • Higher Priced Mortgages
      • Periodic Statement Requirements
      • Adjustable-rate Disclosures and Requirements
      • Ability to Repay
      • Right of Rescission
    • Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA)
    • Regulation X
      • Timely Escrow Payments and Treatment of Escrow Balances
      • Error Resolution Procedures
      • Requests for Information
      • Force Placed Insurance
      • Homeownership Counseling
    • Regulation B – Equal Credit Opportunity Act
      • Adverse Action
      • Appraisal Delivery
    • Qualified Mortgages
    • TILA RESPA
    • Fair Credit Reporting Act/FACTA
    • Equal Credit Opportunity Act
    • Right to Financial Privacy Act
    • Flood Insurance Notification
  • Maintain expert knowledge of systems used in the mortgage process
    • ECU currently originates its mortgage loans in Ellie Mae’s Encompass system, also working knowledge of ValuTrac, OSI, Courthouse Retrieval, DU, Data Quick etc.
  • Maintain expert knowledge of ECU Mortgage products and services.
    • ECU offers a variety of loan products including: FNMA, VA, FHA and USDA products.
    • ECU also provides a wide variety of specialty products, First Time Home Buyer, Purchase Plus, Construction, Select, Home Equity/Home Equity Line of Credit and Choice Loans to name a few.
  • Team player. Ability to work well with all areas within mortgage department and ECU.
  • Demonstrate exceptional attendance and punctuality practices.

Empathy, Reliability, Responsiveness, and Teamwork

Required Skills

Required Experience

Bachelors Degree (B.A.) from four year college or university; or three to five years related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience.