Primary Duties and
Responsibilities: | Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Accounting
The Jack C. Massey College of Business at Belmont University is seeking
applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant
Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor beginning August 1, 2027.
Applicants from all accounting disciplines are welcome.
Primary Duties and Job Responsibilities
Applicants are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate accounting courses
required of the undergraduate major, the Master of Accountancy, and the MBA
programs. Additional responsibilities include academic advising, student
mentoring, scholarly activity, and college and university service appropriate
for the appointed rank. Preferred qualifications include a completed doctorate in accounting or a
terminal degree in a related field, professional experience, and teaching
experience in higher education. ABD candidates will also be considered, but the
doctorate must be completed before the position's start date. 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 at both the graduate and
undergraduate levels and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses in our
programs. For additional information about the position and to complete the
online application, candidates are directed to https://jobs.belmont.edu. Application Requirements
During the application process, applicants will be asked to attach: an
electronic version of a cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, response to
Belmont’s Aspirational Aim, and a one-page essay (300-400 words) describing how
your Christian faith informs and influences your personal and professional life
and your teaching philosophy and how your faith will help you contribute to the
achievement of Belmont’s Aspirational Aim. Belmont University
Located two miles from downtown Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University
comprises nearly 9,000 students from every state and 33 countries. The
University is nationally recognized for its innovative approach as well as its
commitment to undergraduate teaching (U.S. News & World Report). As a
Christ-centered, student-focused community, Belmont’s mission is to develop
diverse leaders of purpose, character and wisdom who possess a transformational
mindset and are eager and equipped to make the world a better place. With more
than 119 areas of undergraduate study, 60 master’s programs and nine doctoral
degrees, Belmont University aims to be the leading Christ-centered university
in the world, producing leaders who will radically champion the pursuit of life
abundant for all people. For more information, visit http://www.belmont.edu.
Jack C. Massey College of Business
Belmont’s Jack C. Massey College of Business is AACSB accredited in both
Business and Accounting and is one of the fastest growing colleges in the
university. Our programs enroll approximately 1,000 undergraduate
students and 200 graduate students. We emphasize collaborative student
interaction, active adult learning, team experiences, and scholarship that draw
upon a variety of methodologies and subject areas. The Accounting department
consists of nine full-time faculty members with an impressive range of teaching
and research expertise, who share dedication to the University and College
mission, and who value strong working relationships with university colleagues,
students and industry partners. Application Review Timeline
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position
is filled.
The selected candidate for this position will be required to complete a
background check satisfactory to the University. |
| 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.
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