Provost Professor of Theology and Culture

Belmont University•Belmont, CA

About The Position

The Provost Professor of Theology and Culture is a university-wide scholar, teacher, thought leader, and public intellectual who advances Belmont University’s Christian mission through teaching, writing, speaking, convening, and cultural engagement. The role connects theological reflection with contemporary cultural questions and strengthens the University’s engagement with students, faculty, faith communities, media, and the broader public. Housed in the Office of the Provost, the position works collaboratively across the University and with the Office of the President, academic colleges, mission-focused units, and external partners. Belmont will provide appropriate administrative and operational support for University-sponsored convenings and strategic initiatives. Specific staffing, office, technology, travel, communications, and program-support arrangements will be established separately. The position is a full-time, tenure-track faculty role with 37.5 hours listed. The professor teaches approximately three to four courses per academic year, with the rhythm determined in consultation with the provost, and maintains an active national presence through public scholarship and engagement.

Requirements

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.
Skill in using 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 teaching and learning.
Ability to interact successfully and professionally with students, other educators, educational institution representatives, and the general public.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of Belmont University’s programs and services.
Interest and ability to collaborate in course design and teach interdisciplinary and topical courses.
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
Nationally recognized expertise in theology, culture, journalism, public engagement, leadership, or a related field.
Demonstrated excellence in writing, speaking, teaching, and public communication.
Demonstrated commitment to Christian higher education and alignment with Belmont University’s mission, vision, and values.
Ability to collaborate across academic disciplines and administrative units.
Earned doctorate or an equivalent record of distinguished scholarly and professional accomplishment.
Must complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

Responsibilities

Teach approximately three to four courses per academic year, with the specific teaching rhythm determined in consultation with the provost.
Develop learning experiences connecting theology with contemporary culture, leadership, ethics, media, and public life.
Mentor students and participate in lectures, forums, and special academic programs.
Maintain an active national presence through writing, speaking, media appearances, podcasting, and other forms of public scholarship.
Contribute thoughtfully to public conversations about faith, culture, ethics, leadership, and civic life.
Represent Belmont University in external settings consistent with the University’s mission and applicable policies.
Collaborate with the Office of the Provost, Office of the President, academic colleges, and mission-focused units on strategic initiatives.
Support initiatives related to missional engagement, storytelling, journalism, leadership development, and organizational flourishing.
Foster interdisciplinary relationships among faculty, students, University leaders, and external partners.
Shape and lead strategic convenings involving scholars, faith leaders, journalists, practitioners, and cultural voices.
Curate substantive conversations that advance Belmont’s academic and Christian mission.
Partner with designated University staff responsible for logistics, scheduling, administration, and event operations.