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Visiting Assistant Professor, Music (Percussion)
Job no : 497313
Work type : Faculty 9-Month
Location : Jacksonville, AL (Main Campus)
Categories : Faculty
The Department of Music in Jacksonville State University’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Sciences invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position. Primary duties include teaching undergraduate and graduate applied percussion, percussion studio, percussion ensemble, and class percussion. Other responsibilities include recruiting and maintaining a quality percussion studio. The department offers undergraduate programs of study in Music Education, Music Performance, and General Music. In addition, the department offers graduate programs in General Music and Music Education. At least 18 graduate hours in the discipline are required.
Position Requirements
Candidates must have an earned master’s degree appropriate to the teaching field along with experience teaching in college or the related field. The selected candidate must also possess a strong record of creative activity and / or scholarly accomplishments appropriate to the level of appointment. Demonstrated excellence and achievement in musicianship and performance skills are also required. Preference may be given to those who possess a doctorate.
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and unofficial transcripts to be considered for the position. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
This position has an anticipated start date of January 2, 2025.
About Jax State
Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, Jax State is home to over 9,900 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career, and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths.
Equal Employment Opportunity : JSU is an Equal Employment, Equal Opportunity, and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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