Assistant/Associate Professor of Marketing

Assistant/Associate Professor of Marketing - Professional Selling and/or Sales Management
The Jack C. Massey College of Business at Belmont University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in Marketing at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, beginning August 1, 2027. We seek candidates with expertise in professional selling and/or sales management, demonstrated through excellence in teaching, scholarship, industry experience, or a combination thereof, as well as a sustained commitment to advancing these areas. 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 and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses in this program.

Application Requirements
During the application process, applicants will be asked to attach a cover letter, Curriculum Vita/Resume, and prepare a one-page essay, 300-400 words, describing how your core beliefs and practices inform your support of our Christ-Centered mission and influence your teaching, research, and service philosophy.

Belmont University
Located near the heart of thriving Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of nearly 9,000 students who come 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.

Department of Marketing
The Department of Marketing is committed to equipping and inspiring students to use the power of marketing to change the world. Consistent with its vision of cultivating tenacious, creative, and analytical marketing leaders who do well by doing good, the department emphasizes excellence in teaching, meaningful faculty-student mentoring, and the integration of creative and analytical thinking. Grounded in Christian faith, the department values moral courage, service to others, friendship, and collaborative continuous improvement. Faculty enjoy the academic freedom to explore marketing issues from multiple perspectives while helping students develop the ethical, professional, and leadership capabilities needed to thrive in a changing marketplace. The department serves Marketing majors, Marketing minors, and students from across the university seeking to develop marketing knowledge and skills. Located in Nashville, the department benefits from strong connections to a diverse range of organizations and industries, creating rich opportunities for experiential learning, industry engagement, and community impact. Faculty contribute to an industry-informed curriculum and co-curricular environment that promotes professional readiness, cross-disciplinary learning, and collaboration with industry partners, alumni, and community organizations. The department values faculty who combine academic expertise with professional experience and who are committed to advancing student success through teaching, scholarship, service, and engagement with the Nashville business community.

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.

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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.
• 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 Education

A terminal degree in in Marketing or a closely related field from an accredited university is required. ABD candidates will be considered; however, the doctoral degree must be completed prior to the start date of the appointment.