https://jobs.belmont.edu
The Departments of Chemistry/Physics and Education at Belmont University
are seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty, STEM Assistant
Professor who will teach science education courses and chemistry or
physics to begin August 2014.
Job responsibilities include
twelve hours of undergraduate per semester as well as other departmental
and university responsibilities. Successful candidates will
demonstrate excellent teaching ability, an interest in teaching a wide
variety of topics in Chemistry, Physics and/or Engineering and a
commitment to scholarship. An interdisciplinary STEM background is also
preferred particularly in the delivery of integrated STEM curriculum
with a range of diverse learners. The purpose of this position is to
provide leadership by fostering excellence in STEM education and
displaying outstanding teaching qualities and scholarship in the
disciplines of chemistry, physics and education, therefore, this
position
expects knowledge and experience with NSTA standards of science, CAEP
standards, and Common Core Science standards as well as expertise in
PBL and Inquiry learning. An interest or experience in engaging students
in undergraduate research will be considered favorably, as will
teaching experience at the university level. An earned doctorate in
Physics Education, Engineering Education, Chemistry Education or Science
Education (with extensive coursework in Chemistry, Physics and/or
Engineering) is expected at the time of employment. Secondary teaching
experience (three years minimum) is required and a teaching licensure is
preferred. Since 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. For additional information about the position and to complete
the online application, candidates are directed to https://jobs.belmont.edu. An electronic version of a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and
List of References with contact information must be attached in order to complete the online application.
The
university seeks a
person of Christian faith and commitment to the mission of the
university. During the application process, applicants will be asked to
respond to Belmont's mission, vision, and values statements,
articulating how the candidate's knowledge, experience, and beliefs have
prepared him/her to contribute to a Christian community of learning and
service and give a brief statement of teaching philosophy.
Belmont seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically
diverse faculty of the highest caliber skilled in the scholarship of
teaching, discovery, application, and integration. Belmont is among the
fastest growing universities in the nation. Ranked No. 7 in the
Regional Universities South category and named for the fourth
consecutive year as one of the top "Up-and-Comer" universities by U.S.
News
& World Report, Belmont University consists of approximately 6,900
students who come from every state and 25 countries. Committed to
being a leader among teaching universities, Belmont brings together the
best of liberal arts and professional education in a Christian
community of learning and service. The university's purpose is to help
students explore their passions and develop their talents to meet the
world's needs. With more than 75 areas of study, 20 master's programs
and four doctoral degrees, there is no limit to the ways Belmont
University can expand an individual's horizon. A comprehensive,
coeducational university located in Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont is a
student-centered Christian university focusing on academic excellence.
Belmont University is an equal opportunity employer committed to
fostering a diverse learning community of committed Christians from all
racial and ethnic backgrounds. Women and minorities are encouraged
to apply.
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
The selected candidate
for this position will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.
