Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics

Belmont University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, invites applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics. This full-time, tenure-eligible faculty position is housed within the College of Medicine and involves delivering medical education across the first two years of the curriculum, mentoring learners, and engaging in scholarly activity to advance pediatric education.

The role emphasizes integration of pediatrics with foundational sciences, curriculum development, and participation in

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (MD or DO) with board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.
• Demonstrated expertise in pediatrics principles and clinical applications.
• Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate, graduate, or medical school level.
• Commitment to innovative pedagogy and integration of Pediatric concepts with foundational and clinical sciences.
• Experience with curriculum design, assessment, and accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and evidence-based pediatrics lectures, labs, and small-group sessions for medical and health science students.
• Develop, revise, and maintain course syllabi, learning objectives, and assessment tools aligned with accreditation.
• Integrate pediatrics content into interdisciplinary courses and clinical case-based learning.
• Utilize innovative teaching strategies, including active learning and technology-enhanced instruction.
• Mentor and advise students on academic progress and career development.
• Conduct original research in pediatrics or related biomedical sciences.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at national/international conferences.
• Seek and secure external funding through grants and collaborative research initiatives.
• Supervise student research projects and foster scholarly engagement among learners.
• Stay current with advancements in pediatrics and incorporate them into teaching and research.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees to support governance and strategic planning.
• Contribute to accreditation processes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage professional service through membership in relevant organizations and societies.
• Provide leadership in curriculum innovation and program development.
• Promote an inclusive and respectful academic and research environment.

Skills

Pediatrics knowledge

Teaching experience

Scholarly activity

Interpersonal communication

Curriculum design

Technology in teaching

Education

Terminal degree in Pediatrics (MD/DO)

Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics

Tools

BannerWeb

MS Office

E-learning platforms

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics
Belmont University in Nashville, TN

Type & Category

• Type: Full-Time
• Category: Physicians
• Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics

Employment Type

Faculty

Internal Job Category

• Tenure Track (Faculty)
• Full-Time

Department

College of Medicine

Hours

N/A

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Belmont University.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Department of Foundational and Clinical Sciences (FCS) at Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine (FCoM) at Belmont University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible faculty position in Pediatrics. The successful candidate will join a collaborative, mission-driven faculty committed to developing an innovative, integrated medical curriculum grounded in whole-person care and dedicated to the College's vision of transforming health through compassion and service.

The Assistant, Associate or Professor of Pediatrics will contribute to the academic mission of the medical college through teaching, research, and service. This position involves delivering high-quality instruction across the first two years of the curriculum, by integrating with other foundational and clinical disciplines to promote a system-based and patient-centered approach. This role is expected to mentor learners and engage in scholarly activities that advance the field of Pediatrics. This role will also be participating in curriculum development and departmental initiatives to ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

Primary position responsibilities

Teaching and Curriculum Development

• Deliver engaging and evidence-based pediatrics lectures, labs, and small-group sessions for medical and health science students.
• Develop, revise, and maintain course syllabi, learning objectives, and assessment tools aligned with accreditation.
• Integrate pediatrics content into interdisciplinary courses and clinical case-based learning.
• Utilize innovative teaching strategies, including active learning and technology-enhanced instruction.
• Mentor and advise students on academic progress and career development.

Scholarship and Research

• Conduct original research in pediatrics or related biomedical sciences.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at national/international conferences.
• Seek and secure external funding through grants and collaborative research initiatives.
• Supervise student research projects and foster scholarly engagement among learners.
• Stay current with advancements in pediatrics and incorporate them into teaching and research.

Service and Leadership

• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees to support governance and strategic planning.
• Contribute to accreditation processes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage professional service through membership in relevant organizations and societies.
• Provide leadership in curriculum innovation and program development.
• Promote an inclusive and respectful academic and research environment that supports equal opportunity, collaboration, and academic excellence.

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.

Appointment and Evaluation

This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-eligible faculty appointment in the Department of Foundational and Clinical Sciences. Faculty rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Tenure-track faculty are evaluated on performance in teaching, scholarship, and service consistent with the Belmont University Faculty Handbook and College of Medicine criteria for academic advancement.

About the Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine

Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, is committed to educating physicians who embrace whole-person care, compassionate service, and lifelong learning. Founded on Belmont's Christ-centered mission, the College seeks faculty who value collaboration, innovation, and mentorship in a faith-informed academic environment.

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 EducationTerminal degree (MD or DO) with board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics.

Required ExperienceRequired

• Demonstrated expertise in pediatrics principles and clinical applications.
• Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate, graduate, or medical school level.
• Commitment to innovative pedagogy and integration of Pediatric concepts with foundational and clinical sciences.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary academic environment.
• Preferred: Experience in medical education within an LCME accredited institution.
• Experience in teaching pediatrics, neonatology, adolescent medicine, and/or developmental and behavioral pediatrics.
• Record of scholarly productivity (peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, or educational innovation in pediatrics or related fields).
• Familiarity with teaching technologies, such as simulation tools, e-learning platforms, and active learning methodologies.
• Experience with curriculum design, assessment, and accreditation processes, particularly integrating pediatrics into systems-based or case-based medical curricula.

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.

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.