Job description

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Assistant Professor of Biology at Belmont University.
Employment Type
Faculty

Internal Job Category
Tenure Track (Faculty)
Full-Time

Department
Biology

Hours

Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:
The College of
Sciences and Mathematics at Belmont University is seeking applications for a tenure-track
faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2026.

Candidates are invited to submit applications to join the Biology Department, a collaborative
group of faculty who provide high quality learning experiences in a small
classroom environment and who engage undergraduates in various scientific research
experiences. Job responsibilities include teaching introductory-level courses
for majors and non-majors. Additional teaching may include upper-level courses
in the candidate’s area of expertise that support and complement current
offerings in the Biology Department. Full time teaching load is 24 credit hours
per academic year. The successful candidate will develop a robust research
program for undergraduates that broadens our department’s existing strengths. Additional
responsibilities include academic advising, student mentoring, scholarly
activity, and departmental, college and university service. Ph.D. or progress toward a terminal degree is required; teaching experience strongly preferred. In the cover letter, include information about your research interests with examples of specific undergraduate research projects as well as a description of your teaching philosophy. If you are invited to interview, we will also request more detailed research and teaching philosophy statements.

As all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general education program
with significant interdisciplinary components, Belmont University is
particularly seeking applicants who can demonstrate the interest and ability to
work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and
topical courses in this program.

During the
application process, applicants will be asked to attach a cover letter,
Curriculum Vita/Resume and one-page essay, 300-400 words, describing how your
core beliefs and practices inform your support of our Christ-Centered mission
and influence your teaching, research, and service philosophy. You will also be asked if you are affiliated
with a faith community and if so, what is your involvement and how does it inspire
your work.

Located near the
heart of thriving Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of nearly
9,000 students who come from every state and 33 countries. The University is
nationally recognized for its innovative approach as well as its commitment to
undergraduate teaching. With more than 130 areas of undergraduate study, 29
master’s programs and eight doctoral degrees, Belmont University aims to be the
leading Christ-centered university in the world, producing leaders who will
radically champion the pursuit of life abundant for all people. For more
information, visit www.belmont.edu

Review of applications will begin on December 12, 2025 and continue until the
position is filled.

The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete a
background check satisfactory to the University.

Required Qualifications:
Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

• Form diverse leaders of character;
• Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
• And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.
• Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the field of study.
• Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught.
• Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
• Demonstrated capacity to engage in high quality scholarly activity.
• Demonstrated ability to advise, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
• Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.
• Ability to learn relevant sections of BannerWeb, Belmont University’s online integrated database system for student grading.
• Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
• Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the programs and services offered by Belmont University. Interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Required EducationPh.D. or progress toward a terminal degree is required.

Required ExperienceTeaching experience is strongly preferred

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Belmont University is a Christian community. The university faculty, administration, and staff uphold Jesus as the Christ and as the measure for all things. As a community seeking to uphold Christian standards of morality, ethics, and conduct, Belmont University holds high expectations of each person who chooses to join the community. In compliance with federal law, including provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and Sections 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973/the American with Disabilities Act, Belmont University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, or sexual orientation in its administration of education policies, programs or activities; its admissions policies; or employment. Consistent with applicable civil rights law, the University seeks employees of Christian faith who are committed to the mission of the University.  Click here to learn more.

Belmont’s Office of Human Resources will conduct ongoing evaluations of the means by which candidates for employment are sought, to the end that the pool of candidates will include qualified women, minorities, veterans and disabled individuals. Belmont University is an equal opportunity employer under all applicable civil rights laws.

How to apply

For additional information about the position and to complete the online application, candidates are directed to https://jobs.belmont.edu. An electronic version of a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae/Resume, and Response to Belmont’s Aspirational
Aim must be attached to complete the online application.