Lecturer, Math, Computer Science, & Data Science

Belmont University; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont University in Nashville invites applications for one or more one-year Lecturer positions in Mathematics, Computer Science, and Data Science, starting August 1, 2026. The department seeks candidates able to contribute to undergraduate teaching and interdisciplinary general education courses.

Master’s degree with 18 hours in mathematics is required; higher education teaching experience is preferred. The role may extend beyond a single year based on performance and needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in mathematics is required.
• Experience teaching at the higher education level is preferred.
• Ability to create and manage course syllabi and grading workflows.

Responsibilities

• Teach approximately 24 undergraduate credit hours per year across mathematics and related areas.
• Demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching undergraduate students.
• Prepare and provide syllabus and timelines for each semester.
• Provide meeting times for students and manage online grading in a timely manner.
• Abide by university policies and procedures and support Belmont’s General Education program.
• Engage in interdisciplinary and topical courses within the general education framework.

Skills

Teaching ability

Interdisciplinary teaching

Student assessment

Technology familiarity

Education

Master’s with 18 graduate hours in mathematics

Tools

BannerWeb

MS Office

Job description

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Lecturer, Math, Computer Science, & Data Science at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Faculty

Internal Job Category

Lecturer
Full-Time

Department

Math & Computer Science

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Belmont University is seeking applications for one or more one‑year lecturer positions beginning August 1, 2026. Depending on performance and university/department needs, the position(s) could be extended for additional years.

Job Responsibilities

• Twenty‑four hours of undergraduate teaching per year (typically four three‑hour courses each semester) in mathematics and related areas.
• Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to and preparation for excellence in teaching mathematics and related areas to undergraduates.
• Eighteen graduate‑level credit hours in mathematics or a related discipline is required; teaching experience preferred.
• As all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general education program with significant interdisciplinary components, Belmont University is preferably seeking applicants who can demonstrate the interest and ability to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses in this program.
• Create syllabus, timeline of classes, for students each semester.
• Provide meeting time for students.
• Manage online grading system and submit grades in a timely fashion.
• Abide by all relevant university and/or department 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

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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 ability to support, 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.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Required Education

Master’s with 18 hours of graduate level mathematics courses.

Required Experience

Higher education teaching experience preferred.

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

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Belmont University is a Christ‑centered 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 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973/the Americans 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 primarily hires employees of the Christian faith who are committed to support the mission of the University. The University has appointed the Chief Human Resources Officer/Deputy Title IX Coordinator to serve as coordinator of non‑discrimination compliance for staff and faculty. The Director of Institutional Equity and Compliance and Title IX Coordinator serves as coordinator of compliance for Title IX (sex discrimination) issues and questions for students. Click here to learn more.

*In accordance with accrediting standards for its professional education programs in law and medicine, the University does not apply religious criteria in hiring employees within those programs. All employees hired by the University, regardless of religious faith, shall be committed to Belmont’s Christ‑centered, student‑focused mission.

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.