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    Adjunct Faculty - Music

    Worcester, United StatesPart-timePosted 1mo ago
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    JOB TITLE

    Adjunct Faculty - Music

    LOCATION

    Worcester

    DEPARTMENT NAME

    Humanities & Arts - JM

    DIVISION NAME

    Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

    JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

    Part-time adjunct faculty pool in Music to fill opportunities on a course-by-course basis as need arises.

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    This posting may be used to apply for positions available in Music.

    The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is regularly seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach in its Music Program. The Music faculty participate in a vibrant music technology program and oversee a diverse assortment of choral groups; jazz, string, and brass ensembles; and concert and stage bands. In addition, faculty teach introductory courses, intermediate thematic surveys, advanced topic seminars, and capstone practicums in music theory and history, audio arts, music technology, as well as composition, arrangement, and performance.

    We are looking for outstanding artists/scholars, but successful candidates must also demonstrate teaching excellence and versatility as well as an ability to jump into an existing curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches. A successful candidate should hold a Doctorate in music (PhD, DMA, DMus, etc.).

    Submitting an application through this part-time posting will place you in an applicant pool to fill Music adjunct faculty positions on an as needed basis. Specific topics and start dates will vary over the academic year.

    Qualified applicants from this applicant pool will be contacted as opportunities arise. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date, then you must reapply.

    Applicants should submit the following:

    --cover letter that addresses relevant expertise and experience

    --current c.v. that includes the names and contact information for three references

    --evidence of teaching experience (syllabi, teaching portfolio, etc.)

    Compensation: $6,000 per course

    FLSA STATUS

    United States of America (Exempt)

    WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    Worcester Polytechnic Institute

    Worcester Polytechnic Institute is a private research university focused on project-based learning and interdisciplinary education.

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