What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nazareth College is hiring: Assistant Professor ~ Music Therapy in New York position at Nazareth College?
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Position will remain open until filled. Completed applications received by October 15, 2024 will be given full consideration. A completed application will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, and a list of 3 professional references with contact information.
Position Information
Job Title : Assistant Professor ~ Music Therapy
Salary Range : $52,242 – $70,680 yearly
Appointment Type : Faculty
Rank and Time : Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The Music Therapy program at Nazareth University invites applicants for a 9-month full-time tenure-track faculty position in the School of Music (Music Therapy), beginning in August, 2025. Applicants with expertise in culturally relevant clinical practice and teaching, behavioral health, and supporting student research are especially sought for this position. The qualified applicant will join colleagues within the School of Music, the College of Interprofessional Health and Human Services, and Nazareth University who value collaboration, innovation, diversity, equity, and inclusion in their shared work of preparing the next generation of music therapists.
Additional Responsibilities :
- Teaching responsibilities in the undergraduate and graduate programs aligned with areas of expertise and experience, including undergraduate and graduate research and advising culminating projects.
- Additional opportunity to teach summer courses.
- Support student clinical and internship supervision.
- Graduate Program Director – The successful applicant will be expected to take on the responsibilities of graduate program director within the first year of employment, including graduate program director responsibilities over summer (with stipend).
- Contribute to curriculum review and development.
- Participate in student recruitment activities.
- The position also carries an expectation of departmental and university committee service, academic advising / mentoring, the continued pursuit of professional scholarship, and representation at community events and professional music therapy conferences.
The Nazareth Music Therapy program, established in 1980, provides quality musical, clinical, and academic preparation for over 60 undergraduate, equivalency, and masters students, and its graduate program qualifies students for the New York State License in Creative Arts Therapy. The program boasts the Lipson Music Therapy Clinic within the York Wellness and Rehabilitation Institute, where music therapy, art therapy, speech-language pathology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and social work students and faculty collaborate to provide person-centered care for community members of all ages. The Rochester community has the highest concentration of music therapists in New York State outside of New York City, providing a plethora of opportunities for clinical training and professional connection.
Nazareth University, an independent, comprehensive institution with 1,900 undergraduate and 550 graduate students, prepares its graduates to serve local and global communities through a wide range of liberal arts and professional programs. Nazareth seeks to hire teacher-scholars with a demonstrated commitment to excellent teaching, student success, and community engagement, and an understanding of the educational benefits of ethnic and racial diversity in the campus community. The University is located minutes from downtown Rochester, New York, a city noted for its rich arts and cultural community and its international businesses and industry. Applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
The position will begin in August, 2025 at the Assistant or Associate rank, commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will be appointed to the School of Music, with opportunities and expectations for collaboration with the College of Interprofessional Health and Human Services.
Essential Functions
Required Education, Experience, Technology and Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, Technology Applications and Skills
Special Requirements
Open Date : 08 / 12 / 2024
Close Date : Open Until Filled
EEO Statement
Nazareth University is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Special Instructions for this Posting
Position will remain open until filled. Completed applications received by October 15, 2024 will be given full consideration. A completed application will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, and a list of 3 professional references with contact information.
Required Documents
Optional Documents
Office of Human Resources
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humanresources@naz.edu
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Salary : $52,242 - $70,680
