"Belmont Faculty Fellowship Program 2026- College of Medicine"

Belmont Faculty Fellowship Program 2026- College of Medicine

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Belmont Faculty Fellowship Program 2026- College of Medicine at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Faculty

Internal Job Category

Non-Tenure Track (Faculty)

Full-Time

Department

Ofc VP for Academic Excellence

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Belmont University Faculty Fellows Program is a two-year post-doctoral teaching and scholarly initiative designed to support outstanding individuals who have recently earned their terminal degree. The program provides a mentored, comprehensive teaching and research experience to help new faculty with limited teaching experience build professional portfolios grounded in pedagogical practices that promote hope, unity, and belonging in the classroom.

The Thomas F. Frist Jr. College of Medicine (FCoM) seeks a Faculty Fellow who is committed to developing innovative teaching and scholarship that advances Health Systems Science, supports the Belmont Collaborative for Health Systems Science, professional identity formation, and inclusive excellence within a Christ-centered, student-focused learning community.

The Thomas F. Frist Jr. College of Medicine (FCoM) seeks a Faculty Fellow who is passionate about teaching and inquiry in Health Systems Science and related disciplines. Preferred areas of specialty include, but are not limited to:

• Biostatistics and Quantitative Methods
• Epidemiology and Population Health
• Public Health and Social Determinants of Health
• Community Health and Health Equity
• Health Policy and Data Analytics
• Health Professions Education and Interprofessional Learning

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in research and a deep commitment to cultivating inclusive, student-centered learning environments that prepare future clinicians and scientists to advance community and population health.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Faculty Fellows will:

• Teach two to three courses per semester, under the guidance of a Faculty Mentor, within the assigned department or college.
• Develop and implement curriculum, including course design, assessment tools, classroom and/or laboratory instruction, and evaluation of student performance.
• Conduct an original research project and engage collaboratively in scholarly activity with the Faculty Mentor and, where appropriate, with Belmont students.
• Teach exclusively in-person on Belmont’s Nashville campus to foster meaningful engagement and belonging in the classroom community.
• Participate in professional development programming offered through the Office of the Provost and Teaching Center, including first- and second-year faculty sessions.
• Contribute as an active member of the assigned department, offering service, collaboration, and input that supports student success and the University’s mission.
• Adhere to all university and departmental policies and uphold Belmont’s Christ-centered mission to form diverse leaders of character and promote flourishing communities.

Fellows are appointed to a 12-month, full-time, non-tenure-track position (June 1–May 31), with university benefits, and are eligible for renewal for one additional year based on satisfactory performance and program needs. Fellows may also be awarded a Belmont Fellows Grant (BFG) annually to support research and scholarly engagement.

Hope, Unity & Belonging Statement

Belmont University is committed to creating a learning community where all individuals—students, faculty, staff, and community partners—experience hope, unity, and a genuine sense of belonging. We believe that when people feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to bring their full selves, teaching, scholarship, and service flourish.

In this spirit, the Faculty Fellows Program seeks candidates who will:

• Foster hope in the classroom, cultivating an environment where learners can envision and achieve meaningful growth, and where challenges become opportunities for transformation.
• Build unity across diverse identities, viewpoints, and life experiences, creating a community of learners and educators who collaborate, support one another, and see difference as a source of strength.
• Champion belonging by designing and facilitating learning experiences in which every student feels seen, valued, and invited to participate fully—where no one is sidelined, and all are empowered to succeed.
• Advance inclusive excellence, integrating accessible pedagogical strategies and classroom practices that accommodate varied backgrounds, learning styles, and perspectives, while elevating rigorous teaching and scholarship.
• Engage authentically, leveraging one’s lived experience, teaching, mentoring, and research to contribute to a more flourishing and equitable educational environment for all community members.

Belmont values how the unique identities, experiences, and passions of each individual enhance our collective mission: to form leaders of character, to equip people to solve complex problems, and to champion flourishing communities. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates whose work and vision align with this mission and this inclusive promise.

Program Intent and Environment

This fellowship is intentionally designed to bridge graduate research training (often from R1 institutions) and teaching-centered faculty roles within a university committed to liberal arts and professional education integration. Fellows will receive ongoing mentorship from a Belmont faculty member, participate in professional development programming, and gain valuable teaching and scholarship experience that will prepare them for future faculty appointments in higher education.

Belmont University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented backgrounds, who share the University’s dedication to inclusive and transformational education.

Application Materials

Applications should include:

1. Cover Letter addressing interest in the Faculty Fellows Program and alignment with Belmont’s mission.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
3. Teaching Philosophy Statement.
4. Inclusivity & Belonging Statement (see guidance above).
5. Research or Scholarly Agenda.
6. Names and contact information for three professional references.

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.

Candidates must demonstrate:

• Expert knowledge of principles, methods, and current developments in their academic field and course subject matter.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction that integrates Belmont’s mission and inclusive pedagogical practices.
• Proficiency in educational technologies, including MS Office, Internet resources, and the university’s learning management system (e.g., Canvas) and BannerWeb.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to fostering a welcoming learning environment for all students.
• Willingness to collaborate across disciplines and participate in course design, interdisciplinary teaching, and community-engaged learning.

Required Education Terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., DrPH, M.D., D.O., or equivalent) in the teaching discipline or a related field, typically earned within the past three years.

Required Experience • Foundational teaching experience, which may include roles such as teaching assistant, instructor of record, or equivalent instructional responsibilities. • Evidence of scholarly engagement, such as publications, presentations, research projects, or other academic contributions.

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

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