Tombras School of Advertising and Public Relations, Full Time - The University of Tennessee Tombras School of Advertising and Public Relations seeks to fill a tenure-track Assistant Professor in advertising to begin August 1, 2026.

The Tombras School seeks a colleague with expertise in advertising and a contemporary understanding of the changing aspects of the field, particularly with how to best connect with audiences across diverse channels. The ability to teach in one or more of the following areas is strongly desired: creative strategy, graphic design, research, media strategy, campaigns, issues, and analytics. The salary for the position is competitive and commensurate with experience. 

 A Ph.D. at the time of the appointment in communications with a concentration in advertising, equivalent, or other relevant fields and evidence of excellence in teaching and research commensurate with appointment at a Carnegie classified Research 1 University are required. Professional experience is preferred. ABDs will be considered.

The successful candidates will demonstrate the potential to receive externally funded research. Responsibilities include maintaining an active program of research, teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses (2/2 load), and performing service to the school, college, university, and discipline.

To apply, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vita or resume, and the names and contact information of at least three references on Interfolio. Additionally, if you have classroom experience, please send teaching evaluations. Submit applications on Interfolio. Please email adpr@utk.edu with any questions, using the subject line: Assistant Professor Position.

Review of applications begins September 8, 2025, and continues until the position is filled.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or eoa@utk.edu or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or investigations@utk.edu.

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