What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor or Lecturer of Music Job at Glenville State University in Gl position at Glenville State University?
Salary : Depends on Qualifications
Location : Glenville, WV
Job Type : Faculty
Job Number : 048500220P
Division : Fine Arts Department
Opening Date : 10 / 30 / 2024
Description
Glenville State University is seeking applicants for a full-time faculty position in music. Individuals with a commitment to teaching and scholarly excellence are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will have responsibility for teaching, advising, participating in departmental and university service activities, and participating in professional development. Specifically, the successful candidate will teach courses in music technology, organize the recording and archiving of on campus performances, keep inventory of all music technology and equipment, and teach in their applied area. The position will begin January 2025. Appointment will be made either at the Assistant Professor (tenure-track) or Lecturer level (renewable contract), depending upon qualifications. Candidates with an expertise in percussion are encouraged to apply, although all who meet necessary qualifications will be considered.
THE UNIVERSITY :
Founded in 1872 and located in the heart of scenic, central West Virginia, Glenville State University is dedicated to providing a personalized education to approximately 1800 students, primarily from West Virginia. Many of the University's students are first-generation and Pell-grant eligible. The University's campus embraces the unique perspectives of its students, faculty and staff and provides its students with opportunities to thrive in its vibrant setting in the center of the Appalachian Mountains. The University's mission is to prepare and inspire students to be thoughtful, productive, engaged, and responsible citizens who contribute to the well-being of their community, state, nation, and world guides GSU's program and service development. More information on Glenville State University can be found at Glenville State offers more than 30 academic programs leading to bachelor's, and in some cases, associate's degrees.
Examples of Duties
The successful applicant is expected to
- Teach 12 credit hours (the equivalent of 4 courses, to include applied lessons, assistant professor) or 15 credit hours (the equivalent of 5 courses, lecturer) in music per semester. Courses are dependent on qualifications and background, but will include music technology and individual applied instruction.
Record and archive campus performances.
Keep accurate inventory of music technology equipment.
Develop, implement, and engage in professional development activities related to teaching music and performing.
Assist with departmental and program assessment.
Assist with student recruitment and retention.
Typical Qualifications
A master's degree in music or music education is required for the lecturer position; a PhD, DMA, or EdD is required for appointment as an assistant professor. The successful candidate must have least 18 graduate hours in music or music pedagogy.
Supplemental Information
All applications must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae / resume, copies of unofficial transcripts, and names and contact information (including phone and email addresses) for five professional references. Apply online at
Screening of all applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Glenville State University is proud of its commitment to diversity. Women, members of underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
As an agency of State government, Glenville State University provides a wide variety of benefits to its employees. Some benefits are mandatory to both the college and employees, while some benefits are elective by employees. Some benefits are free to employees while some benefits require employee contributions.
Current year details regarding plan options and monthly premium costs can be obtained by logging onto the PEIA Web site at or by contacting the GSU payroll department.
Life Insurance : $10,000 free to employees, optional coverage up to $500,000 based on age and salary. Additional plans are available for spouse and child coverage.
Accidental Death Insurance : Optional employee or family plan of $25,000 to $100,000. For details contact the payroll department.
Retirement Plan : The college matches your 6 percent contribution (tax exempt dollars) towards TIAA / CREF or Teacher's Retirement System. Thus, 12 percent of your gross salary is working for your retirement income. New employees must join TIAA / CREF.
TIAA Total Disability Benefits Plan : Optional employees coverage that provides (1) monthly income and (2) payments of premiums to your TIAA / CREF retirement plan to participating employees who suffer total, long-term disabilities. The cost is adjusted according to individual salary on a yearly basis. Employees become eligible upon completion of the first year of employment.
Salary : $100,000 - $500,000
