Assistant Professor, Psychiatric Mental Health - College of Nursing

The University of Tennessee-ChattanoogaChattanooga, Tennessee

$250k/yr Full-TimePosted today

Role Snapshot

Schedule: Full-Time
Salary basis: Annual salary, $250k/yr
Work mode: In person

About this role

The College of Nursing at The University of Tennessee Chattanooga (UTC) seeks a full-time, 12-month faculty member for a tenure-earning position. The College of Nursing offers the BSN and DNP degrees in nursing and embraces the shared governance model and Boyer's model of scholarship. Responsibilities: Teach, advise, and engage in scholarship activities primarily in the Doctor of Nursing Practice: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program. If needed, this person may be asked to suppo…

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Last updated: September 24, 2026

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About The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga is hiring for this PMHNP position. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners play a critical role in addressing the growing demand for mental health services across the United States. This employer is actively seeking qualified candidates to join their team.

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