What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Therapy Instructor - Human Performance/Division of Physical Therapy position at West Virginia University?
FULL-TIME MUSIC THERAPY FACULTY POSITION
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
The Department of Human Performance, Division of Physical Therapy at West Virginia University (WVU) is seeking a full-time, non-tenure track (12-month) Clinical Music Therapy Instructor to contribute to a well-established program with a tradition of excellence in clinical teaching, scholarship, and service. The successful applicant will assist the current faculty in providing clinical services in WVU Medicine facilities. This position is based upon expanding demand for clinical services, with special emphasis on adult oncology.
Responsibilities: include development and implementation of clinical music therapy services in various units of the hospital system and outpatient clinic servicing oncology patient, providing clinical supervision for practicum students and interns. Job duties include, but are not limited to, development and implementation of clinical services in Adult Oncology, providing professional in-service presentations as necessary, providing clinical supervision to music therapy students and interns, and participating in ongoing music therapy research. This individual will collaborate with the Director of Clinical Music Therapy Education and Practice to develop and implement services across adult oncology, participate in community outreach, and collaborate actively within a collegial faculty.
The candidate must meet the following criteria for consideration:
- Hold a Bachelor's Degree in music therapy
- Must be board-certified music therapist (MT-BC)
- Have a minimum of one (1) year of experience in an out-patient/in-patient facility
All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.
Preferred qualifications are:
- Master's Degree in Music Therapy or related field
- Member of the American Music Therapy Association
As a land-grant institution, the faculty, staff and students at West Virginia University commit to creating a diverse and inclusive culture that advances education, healthcare and prosperity for all by providing access and opportunity; by advancing high-impact research; and by leading transformation in West Virginia and the world through local, state and global engagement. West Virginia University is a land grant Carnegie-designated Doctoral Research/Extensive institution, with approximately 32,500 students, including 27,000 undergraduate and 5,500 graduate/professional students. The WVU Health Sciences Center includes the Schools of Pharmacy, Medicine, Dentistry, Public Health and Nursing. Patient care facilities include a 700 bed academic medical center that offers tertiary and quaternary care, a Level I trauma center, and a 70-bed psychiatric hospital.
Morgantown is within easy traveling distance of Washington, DC, to the east, Pittsburgh, PA, to the north, and Cleveland and Columbus, OH, to the northwest. Morgantown has 55,000 residents and is rated as one of the best small towns in the U.S., with affordable housing, excellent schools, a picturesque countryside and many outdoor activities. Morgantown is consistently rated as one of the best small metropolitan areas in the country for both lifestyle and business climate. The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment. There is also an excellent school system and an abundance of beautiful homes and recreational activities.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The appointment date is negotiable. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applicants should apply electronically with a cover letter of interest, current CV and contact information, including e-mail addresses, for three (3) professional references.
West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
