Become a Volunteer
Ranked among the nation’s top public universities, the University of Tennessee Knoxville is the flagship campus of Tennessee’s premier land-grant institution. We are a campus that thrives on excellence, innovation, and a rich tradition of leadership and service. Locally, nationally, and globally, Volunteers serve and shape communities by giving back and leading the way.
Why work at UT?
We know how much is possible when we unite individual talents and aspirations, put compassion front and center, and step forward together as Volunteers. We need you to help us realize our Strategic Vision, which is focused on creating a word enriched by our ideas, improved through our action, and inspired by the Volunteer spirit of service and leadership.
At UT, we pride ourselves on creating a campus where everyone matters and everyone belongs. Our commitment ensures that faculty members feel supported in contributing their unique perspectives that drive innovation and excellence. By joining our community, you’ll become part of a welcoming environment that encourages open dialogue, creative problem-solving, and meaningful connections across disciplines.
We believe that a strong academic community not only enriches the experience for faculty but also benefits our students and broader community. We are dedicated to creating opportunities for personal and professional growth through mentorship, collaboration, and access to resources that help you succeed. As a new faculty member, you’ll be supported in your journey to make impactful contributions while building relationships with colleagues who share a passion for making a positive difference in the world.
Faculty Support
UT is committed to supporting faculty so they can thrive and succeed. With a strong mentoring program across the career lifespan, manageable teaching loads, competitive start-up funds, and university support for teaching and research innovation and success, faculty members at UT are poised to make a difference.
We offer several programs to help faculty grow and learn, connect with others from across campus, and pursue their career goals. The Office of the Provost offers social and networking opportunities throughout the year, as well as professional and leadership development workshops.
UT strives to provide our faculty members with a comprehensive suite of benefits. For complete information about insurance, retirement, and other benefits available to you, please visit the UT System HR Benefits page.
