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Adjunct Faculty - Music Department

William Paterson University
William Paterson University Salary
Wayne, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2025

Thank you for your interest in working at William Paterson University.

William Paterson University invites applications for the positon of Adjunct Faculty within the College Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, Department of Music.

Thank you for expressing interest in serving as an adjunct faculty member at William Paterson University.

Please note that there may not be a vacancy at this time. Rather, qualified applicants may be contacted if and when there is an immediate need, or on an exploratory basis for a future opening.

For general questions, please email talent@wpunj.edu

Undergraduate courses in this department are taught both online and in person. Those generally taught by Adjunct faculty include, but are not limited to :

  • Music Performance
  • Music Education
  • Music Theory
  • Music History
  • Music Business
  • Sound Engineering

Graduate courses in this department are taught both online and in person. Those generally taught by adjunct professors include, but are not limited to :

  • Music Performance
  • Music Education
  • Music Management
  • Department Overview :

    Our outstanding Department of Music prepares you for careers in classical performance, jazz performance and composition, sound engineering arts, music education, music and entertainment industries, and popular music. Our music students work directly with world-renowned faculty who are also in-demand performers. They benefit from exceptional student performance opportunities with ensembles, both on campus and throughout the New York metropolitan area. They also gain hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art music production and recording studios

    For more information about the department, please visit https : / / www.wpunj.edu / coac / departments / music /

    Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

  • Using the course outline as a guide, develop relevant syllabi in order to deploy course content, objectives, and methods of student assessment for up to six (6) credits per semester in an undergraduate course (see course listing above).
  • Contribute to student success by providing consistent and effective support and guidance through role modeling and mentoring and being available to the students for their questions and needs.
  • Teach in person and / or online depending upon course schedules and department needs.
  • Required Qualifications for Undergraduate courses :

  • M.A. or M.M. in a music discipline.
  • Five or more years of experience as a professional musician.
  • Full time or part-time employment or active professional practice.
  • Ability to teach online.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience teaching music at the collegiate level.
  • Expertise and confidence with the technical aspects of the applicant's musical instrument.
  • Professional activity within discipline such as relevant-to-teaching area.
  • Experience teaching both online and in person.
  • Required Qualifications for Graduate courses :

  • M.A., M.M. in music discipline.
  • Ten or more years of experience in music performance, music education, or music business management.
  • Full time or part-time employment or active professional practice.
  • Ability to teach online.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • D.M.A. or PhD.
  • Published peer or non-peer reviewed articles, conference papers, blogs, or books.
  • Professional recordings.
  • A history of music performance at a nationally or internationally recognized level.
  • Personal Attributes and Traits :

  • Ability to translate experience into pedagogical approaches that enhance curriculum relevance.
  • Demonstrated commitment to engage in continuous professional development activities.
  • Demonstrated commitment to content, teaching excellence, assessment strategies, and positive outcomes.
  • Capable of exhibiting patience and resourcefulness in managing student challenges.
  • Ability to effectively address competing wants and needs by developing and sustaining robust working relationships in a diverse environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to set and work toward common goals in a collaborative environment.
  • Invitation to apply

    Interested candidates will be prompted to : Complete an application and submit a cover letter

    Submission of all documents listed above is required for consideration.

    General questions related to this application process, please contact talent@wpunj.edu

    Total Rewards :

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    EEO Statement

    William Paterson University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex / gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law. William Paterson University does not discriminate on the basis of any category stated above or as prohibited by applicable law. Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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