What are the responsibilities and job description for the Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Music: Cello (25-26) position at DePaul University?
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Posting DetailsJob ID: 150043
Rank: Instructor/Professional LecturerCollege/School: Chicago, IL - School of Music
Responsibilities:The DePaul University School of Music seeks a highly qualified musician and educator for a full-time, non-tenure eligible position as Professional Lecturer of Cello. Responsibilities for this position include teaching applied lessons to cello majors, coaching chamber music, conducting a weekly studio class, working collaboratively with orchestra conductors, area coordinators, and the chair of performance studies; and recruiting a studio of diverse undergraduate and graduate cello students that meets the school's orchestra needs. Additional teaching and service may be assigned depending on the school's needs and the candidate's interests and expertise.
The successful candidate will possess experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students and an ability to contribute to an inclusive learning environment. The DePaul School of Music particularly values colleagues who demonstrate a strategic mindset, high collaborative capacity, and dedication to the development of agile professionals.
Recognized in Chicago and nationally, the DePaul School of Music is a forward-thinking institution that seeks to redefine the role of conservatory-based training in a contemporary society. DePaul's location in the cultural capital of Chicago is a tremendous asset for our programs in performance, music education, composition, performing arts management, and sound recording technology.
Questions about the search should be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dana Hall, Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, at dhall1@depaul.edu.
A review of candidates will begin November 15, 2024.
- MM or equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated record of or potential for excellence in teaching
- Demonstrated record of excellence in performance
- Cover letter detailing applicant's qualifications and experience in teaching and performing
- Curriculum vitae
- Diversity statement
- Names of three professional references (applicants will be notified before references are contacted)
General Compensation/Benefits Statement:
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.
About DePaul University's Academic Calendar:
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).
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DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.
Salary : $51,700 - $100,000
