Director of Academic Support – Harrogate, Tennessee

Join a Mission-Driven Institution Focused on Student Success

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) invites applications for a Director of Academic Support to serve on the Harrogate, Tennessee campus. This important student-facing leadership role supports academic success initiatives for professional and graduate students through academic coaching, supplemental instruction, faculty collaboration, and student support programming.

The Director of Academic Support plays a critical role in helping students develop effective learning strategies, strengthen academic performance, and successfully navigate the demands of rigorous academic programs. Working collaboratively with campus leadership, faculty, and student affairs professionals, this position helps foster a culture of academic excellence and student achievement.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the campus Assistant/Associate Dean of Students and the Associate Dean of Student Affairs, the Director of Academic Support directs academic support initiatives and collaborates with faculty and course directors to develop and implement academic assistance strategies. The position evaluates and reports on the effectiveness of academic support services and provides individualized and group instructional support to students as needed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Directing academic support and student success initiatives
• Coordinating academic assistance efforts with faculty and course directors
• Developing, scheduling, and evaluating study skills programming and test review sessions
• Providing supplemental instructional support to individuals and student groups
• Monitoring and reporting on academic support outcomes and effectiveness
• Supporting students in strengthening study strategies, learning approaches, and academic performance
• Collaborating with university leadership and student affairs professionals to promote student success

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a master’s degree, doctorate, or terminal degree
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse constituents

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience advising pre-professional or professional students
• Experience working with adult learners
• Prior experience in academic support, student success, advising, or higher education environments preferred

Why Lincoln Memorial University?

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing quality educational experiences at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. At LMU, we believe student success begins with meaningful support, mentorship, and a strong sense of community.

This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on student achievement while working alongside dedicated faculty and staff who are committed to service, excellence, and academic success.

Location: Harrogate, Tennessee

Apply Today: Interested candidates should apply through the LMU Careers portal.

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

About Lincoln Memorial University

Founded in 1897, Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) is a private, values-based university committed to educational excellence, service, and the success of its students and employees. Rooted in the principles and legacy of Abraham Lincoln, LMU was established to provide educational opportunity and continues to fulfill a mission centered on improving lives through learning, research, and service.

With locations across Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, and Florida, LMU offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, including nationally recognized programs in medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry, nursing, law, business, education, and the health sciences.

At LMU, our mission is grounded in service. We are committed to creating a supportive, student-centered environment where faculty and staff are empowered to make a meaningful impact. We believe higher education is about more than academics—it is about purpose, mentorship, innovation, and building stronger communities.

LMU is proud to foster a family-oriented culture where collaboration, respect, and professional growth matter. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, pursue excellence, and become part of a community that values both tradition and forward-thinking progress.

Whether serving students in Appalachia or preparing future professionals to make a national impact, Lincoln Memorial University remains committed to its mission of transforming lives through education.

Why LMU?
At Lincoln Memorial University, you are more than an employee—you are part of a mission-driven community where your work matters, relationships matter, and the lives you impact extend far beyond the classroom.

Lincoln Memorial University is an equal opportunity employer. LMU considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

To be considered for employment, applicants must complete an official application through the Lincoln Memorial University Careers portal. Submission through external job boards does not constitute a completed application.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required pre-employment processes, which may include background screening and credential verification, as applicable to the position.

Must be authorized to work in the United States.