Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics

Belmont University•Belmont, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Foundational and Clinical Sciences (FCS) at Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine (FCoM) at Belmont University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible faculty position in Pediatrics. The successful candidate will join a collaborative, mission-driven faculty committed to developing an innovative, integrated medical curriculum grounded in whole-person care and dedicated to the College’s vision of transforming health through compassion and service. The Assistant, Associate or Professor of Pediatrics will contribute to the academic mission of the medical college through teaching, research, and service. This position involves delivering high-quality instruction across the first two years of the curriculum, by integrating with other foundational and clinical disciplines to promote a system-based and patient-centered approach. This role is expected to mentor learners and engage in scholarly activities that advance the field of Pediatrics. This role will also be participating in curriculum development and departmental initiatives to ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

Requirements

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.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary academic environment.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in medical education within an LCME accredited institution.
Experience in teaching pediatrics, neonatology, adolescent medicine, and/or developmental and behavioral pediatrics.
Record of scholarly productivity (peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, or educational innovation in pediatrics or related fields).
Familiarity with teaching technologies, such as simulation tools, e-learning platforms, and active learning methodologies.
Experience with curriculum design, assessment, and accreditation processes, particularly integrating pediatrics into systems-based or case-based medical curricula.

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 that supports equal opportunity, collaboration, and academic excellence.