Online Research Methods Instructor Jobs in South Fulton, TN

The University of Tennessee at Martin, College of Business and Global Affairs (CBGA) School of Business seeks applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Economics starting August 1, 2026. 

The University of Tennessee at Martin is a primary campus in the University of Tennessee System with a combined graduate and undergraduate enrollment of approximately 8,100 students. UT Martin College of Business and Global Affairs is accredited by AACSB. The College houses two endowed chairs, the Journal of Business and Economic Perspectives, and a new Economics and Business Innovation Lab. We seek candidates who demonstrate a commitment to high quality undergraduate education and scholarly activity.
 

All areas of specialization will be considered, but experience in applied microeconomics fields is preferred. Candidates must have an earned doctorate (PhD) in Economics or be ABD with the expectation of PhD completion within one year of the hire date. Candidates who are ABD may apply for the position but must submit a letter from their dissertation chair to include the topic of the dissertation, candidate's progress towards the degree, as well as an anticipated date of completion of degree requirements. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of effective undergraduate classroom teaching and a pipeline of academic research.

Applicant must submit a complete online application which includes:
a cover letter addressing your interest in applying for the position, and ways you might contribute to the department and university's core commitment to undergraduate teaching and research,
a statement on your teaching philosophy to include (if applicable) courses previously taught, as well as any innovative or unique teaching methods,
a statement of research goals,
a current curriculum vitae,
unofficial graduate transcripts,
the contact information for three references (at least one of whom can assess the applicant's teaching abilities) who can be contacted by email to submit confidential letters of recommendation, and
if ABD, a letter from their dissertation chair to include the topic of the dissertation, candidate's progress towards the degree, as well as an anticipated date of completion of degree requirements.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Complete applications received by April 3, 2026 will receive full consideration. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Inquiries may be directed to:
Dr. Anthony Delmond, Search Committee Chair
adelmond@utm.edu
School of Business
College of Business and Global Affairs
University of Tennessee at Martin

This is a nine-month position requiring faculty to teach four courses each semester while maintaining an active research and service agenda. An ideal candidate should be motivated and able to teach a variety of economics courses typical of a 4-year AACSB accredited program. The faculty member may teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and across multiple formats (face to face as well as online). Courses may include principles of microeconomics, principles of macroeconomics, introductory economic data courses, econometrics, managerial economics, and others. The economics curriculum has recently been expanded and modernized, and this position will have a role in shaping that curriculum. 

Responsibilities include teaching, research and scholarly activity, curriculum development, advising, assessment activities, and service. Summer teaching opportunities may be available for extra compensation.