Pediatrics Professor (Tenure-Track): Teaching & Research

IMDiversity Inc.; 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

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