Instructor/Professor of Practice of Journalism and Assistant Professor of Journalism

Instructor/Professor of Practice of Journalism and Assistant Professor of Journalism

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Instructor/Professor of Practice of Journalism and Assistant Professor of Journalism at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Faculty

Internal Job Category

Tenure Track (Faculty)
Full-Time

Department

Media & Entertainment Ind

Hours

N/A

Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:

The Mike CurbCollege of Entertainment and Music Business at Belmont University is seeking applications for a non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Instructor/Professor of Practice in Journalism, beginning August 1, 2026, and a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Journalism beginning August 1, 2026.

The candidate will be expected to develop industry partnerships while working closely with current Belmont stakeholders. They will be expected to design curriculum that will best prepare students for the continuously evolving field of journalism, multimedia production, and storytelling.

Candidate must be well-versed in journalistic writing, AP Style, as well as multimedia reporting. A specialty in sports or entertainment journalism is a plus.

Additional responsibilities will include academic advising, student mentoring and college and university service.

A bachelor’s degree in a related area with industry experience is a minimum to apply for an Instructor or Professor of Practice position.

A terminal degree, or ABD, in a related area is required for the Assistant Professor of Journalism. Significant industry and teaching experience is strongly preferred. The candidate may take on the responsibility as the Director of the Journalism Program.

The candidate may teach undergraduate topics within the department as they relate to news, including news writing, broadcasting, multi-media production, sports, entertainment journalism and or investigative reporting. The candidate may also serve as faculty adviser for student media.

Catalog courses taught could include, but are not limited to, Journalistic Newswriting, Sports Writing, Investigative Reporting, Journalism Beat Reporting, Entrepreneurial Media, Multi-media Production, Video Presentation, First Year Seminar or other courses yet to be designed.

Job functions:

• 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 an 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 An electronic version of a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae/Resume, and Response to Belmont’s Aspirational Aim must be attached to complete the online application.

During the application process, applicants will be asked to attach a cover letter, Curriculum Vita/Resume 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.

Located two miles from downtown Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University comprises nearly 9,000 students from every state and 33 countries. Nationally ranked and consistently recognized by News & World Report for innovation in higher education, the University offers more than 115 areas of undergraduate study, 41 master’s programs and eight doctoral degrees. With a focus on whole person formation and data-informed social innovation, Belmont is committed to forming diverse leaders of character equipped to solve the world’s complex problems. For more information, visit

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.

Required EducationA terminal degree, or ABD, in a related area is required for the Assistant Professor of Journalism. A bachelor’s degree in a related area with industry experience is a minimum to apply for the Instructor or Professor of Practice position.
Required ExperienceCandidate must be well-versed in journalistic writing, AP Style, as well as multimedia reporting. A specialty in sports or entertainment journalism is a plus. Significant industry and teaching experience is strongly preferred.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

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