The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is launching a major new effort to recruit world-renowned faculty across academic disciplines. The multiple-year initiative will directly support UT’s rise as a leader in research, innovation and discovery.
The initiative comes at a pivotal moment.
“From nuclear energy to cancer treatments, the discoveries and solutions we provide Tennesseans demonstrate the value of public land-grant research universities,” said Chancellor Donde Plowman. “We have built a lot of momentum over the past few years, and with those successes have come even bigger ambitions. Others are taking notice and want to be part of the work we’re doing.”
A Strategic Investment in the Future
UT is especially interested in recruiting faculty whose expertise aligns with the university’s research priorities, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum computing, nuclear energy and security, radiopharmaceuticals, health and wellness, energy and the environment, and other high-impact fields. Distinguished scholars in all disciplines will also be considered.
“This effort builds on the momentum we’ve created over the past several years,” said Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor John Zomchick. “We are investing in faculty who will help shape the future of research and innovation at UT, and who will mentor the next generation of scholars and leaders.”
Building a Research Enterprise for the Next Generation
As UT continues to grow its enrollment and research footprint, the initiative to hire world-class faculty reflects the university’s long-term commitment to excellence in every field. It also aligns with UT’s land-grant mission to serve the people of Tennessee as it fosters innovation that translates into real-world solutions for communities.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Tyra Haag (865-974-5460, tyra.haag@tennessee.edu)
Jen Roder (865-974-2445, jroder@utk.edu)