Tusculum University is excited to announce a new Master of Science in Supply Chain Management program that will directly serve the workforce and economic needs of East Tennessee and the surrounding region. Supply chain management is one of the fastest-growing career fields in Tennessee and nationally, with strong job growth, competitive salaries, and a critical need for graduate-level training. This program will emphasize hands-on, experiential learning and partnerships with business and industry, preparing graduates to step immediately into leadership roles.
We are seeking a dynamic Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management / Program Director to launch and lead this new program beginning in Spring 2026. This is a rare opportunity to help shape a graduate program from the ground up—designing curriculum, building industry partnerships, and equipping students to thrive in a global economy.
About Tusculum University
Located in the foothills of the Southern Appalachian mountains, Tusculum provides the successful applicant the opportunity to foster experiential learning in a meaningful way. Over 50% of entering undergraduate students are considered first-generation students, and the close-knit community of Tusculum University provides a springboard for these students to succeed and thrive. Our faculty have the rewarding opportunity to pour into those students’ lives and help educate the next generation of leaders for East Tennessee and beyond.
Tusculum faculty are responsible for teaching a minimum of 12-15 credits (pending rank) in each of the fall and spring semesters, advising, service, scholarship, and professional development. All employees must be active participants in advancing Tusculum University’s Mission Statement, which is as follows:
Building on a rich Presbyterian heritage and a pioneering spirit, Tusculum University provides an active and experiential education within a caring Christian environment to inspire civic engagement, to enrich personal lives, and to prepare career ready professionals.
In support of that mission, applicants for faculty roles should be prepared to advance all components of the mission statement. This includes the university’s faith-based tradition, which emphasizes closeness of faculty-student involvement, both within and without the classroom, in order to cultivate citizenship, Christian character and practical wisdom among members of the University community. As a part of that mission, the university is committed to creating a campus climate in which the Christian faith is reasonably and persuasively presented and in which the university offers a program of quality education in the liberal arts and sciences with the concept of the wholeness of life as interpreted by the Christian faith.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
A master’s degree, doctorate or extensive work experience in supply chain management is required; teaching experience with graduate students is preferred. An ability to work with learners of all levels of preparedness is required.
Tusculum participates in E-Verify and observes the guidelines as a Tennessee Drug Free Workplace. Applicants will be required to submit to and complete (1) substance abuse testing at a laboratory chosen by Tusculum University and (2) an employment background check, which includes a criminal background check, employment verification, license verification (if applicable), and credit history (if applicable). If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For questions, please contact David Hite at dhite@tusculum.edu
Applications are accepted only via email to turesume@tusculum.edu Attn: Assistant Professor of Supply Chain Management/Program Director. A complete application will include a cover letter that contains a summary statement of teaching philosophy (including how that teaching philosophy would advance all aspects of the University’s Mission Statement), CV, copies of all post-secondary transcripts, the names and contact information of 3-5 references, and a completed Tusculum University application. A link to the application form is near the top of the web page https://www3.tusculum.edu/hr/employment-opportunities