| Amy M Schmisseur, amy.schmisseur@belmont.edu
We are now accepting applications for a qualified Assistant Professor of Communication Studies at Belmont University.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences at Belmont University is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 1, 2025.
Job responsibilities will include teaching the foundational public speaking course and interdisciplinary general education courses, as well as courses in Organizational Communication and related topics. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, student mentoring, research and scholarly activity, college and university service, and the following:
- Complete 24 workload hours, or equivalent, per academic year.
- Advise and mentor students in research and other class-related projects.
- Engage in activities to support the mission and vision of Belmont University and the college in which you teach.
- Participate in departmental and university committee work.
- Engage in scholarly activity and professional development.
- Advise students in course selection and degree completion.
- Participate in a local church and the community.
- Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies.
- Manage online grading system.
- Timely submission of book orders, if textbooks required.
- Maintain regular office hours.
- 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.
As all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general education program with significant interdisciplinary components, Belmont University is particularly seeking applicants who can demonstrate the interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses in this program.
Required 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 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 Education: A PhD in Communication Studies is required.
Required Experience: Preference will be given to individuals who teach, research, and practice in the area of Organizational Communication. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to innovative teaching and a strong record of teaching excellence at the university level.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
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.
Link to application
This institution does not offer benefits to domestic partners.
This institution offers benefits to spouses.
This institution’s healthcare plan does not include trans-affirming healthcare coverage for TGE faculty.
This institution does not provide support for faculty-parents of TGE youth. |
