"Assistant Professor of Biology"

Assistant Professor of Biology

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

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. 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.

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 Education Ph.D. or progress toward a terminal degree is required.

Required Experience Teaching experience is strongly preferred

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

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