University of Tennessee Health Science Center // Jobs: @uthsccareersEstablished in 1911, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center aims to improve human health through education, research, clinical care and public service. The UT Health Science Center campuses include colleges of Dentistry, Graduate Health Sciences, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy. Patient care, professional education and research are carried out at hospitals and other clinical sites across Tennessee. Endowed professorships, Research Centers of Excellence, and continuing relationships with research and healthcare facilities across Tennessee ensure that both basic science and applied research stay focused on contemporary health topics.

Core values

- UTHSC trains the next generation of healthcare providers, which is crucial for the health and well-being of the population[5].
- It conducts research aimed at finding cures for diseases that affect the state's population, contributing to public health[5].
- The institution is involved in various programs that support educational excellence, community engagement, and advancing health, all of which are key components of its strategic plan[3].
- These efforts collectively improve the quality of life, promote positive change, and contribute positively to community well-being.