Belmont Faculty Fellowship Program- College of Law

Belmont University, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Nashville, TENNESSEE
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!


Belmont Faculty Fellowship Program- College of Law

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

Employment Type 

Faculty

Internal Job Category

Non-Tenure Track (Faculty)
Full-Time

Department

Ofc VP for Academic Excellence

Hours 


Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:		 

The Belmont University Faculty Fellows Program provides a unique and valuable opportunity to increase diversity among future faculty. The fellowship focuses on traditionally underrepresented professionals within the university or their field of study who recently completed their doctoral or equivalent terminal degree and desires to teach at a Christ-centered teaching-focused university. Belmont University seeks faculty fellows in multiple disciplines to complete a two-year postdoctoral program preparing them for career paths in academia. 

  • Teach two to three courses per semester in the College assigned.
  • Perform all functions related to the management of coursework in higher education, including:
    creation of new curriculum, teaching in classroom or laboratory experiences, establishing assessment tools, and evaluation of coursework.
  • Conduct an original research project.
  • Provide sound input as a faculty member in the assigned program.
  • Abide by all relevant university and/or departmental procedures and policies.
  • The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements.  They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
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.
  • Ability to learn and apply instructional strategies and techniques.
  • Willingness to instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
  • Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.
  • Ability to learn and function within the learning management system and relevant sections of and 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.
   
Required Education Doctoral degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.
   
Required Experience Teaching experience is preferred.

 


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

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Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:		 

The Belmont University Faculty Fellows Program provides a unique and valuable opportunity to increase diversity among future faculty. The fellowship focuses on traditionally underrepresented professionals within the university or their field of study who recently completed their doctoral or equivalent terminal degree and desires to teach at a Christ-centered teaching-focused university. Belmont University seeks faculty fellows in multiple disciplines to complete a two-year postdoctoral program preparing them for career paths in academia. 

  • Teach two to three courses per semester in the College assigned.
  • Perform all functions related to the management of coursework in higher education, including:
    creation of new curriculum, teaching in classroom or laboratory experiences, establishing assessment tools, and evaluation of coursework.
  • Conduct an original research project.
  • Provide sound input as a faculty member in the assigned program.
  • Abide by all relevant university and/or departmental procedures and policies.
  • The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements.  They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
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.
  • Ability to learn and apply instructional strategies and techniques.
  • Willingness to instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
  • Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.
  • Ability to learn and function within the learning management system and relevant sections of and 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.
   
Required Education Doctoral degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline.
   
Required Experience Teaching experience is preferred.

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