What are the responsibilities and job description for the Auxiliary Adjunct in Music Literature (Musicology) position at Shenandoah University?
Shenandoah Conservatory of Shenandoah University is accepting applications for an Auxiliary Adjunct in Music Literature (Musicology) . This is a full-time benefited position located on our main campus in Winchester, Virginia.
Position Responsibilities:
- Teach 9-12 credit hours per semester of undergraduate and graduate courses in music history with a preferred area of expertise in popular music traditions.
- An additional teaching assignment may include a course on indigenous music traditions and graduate seminars in an area of expertise. The candidate will teach a minimum of three courses per semester.
- Develop and update course curricula, including syllabi, lectures, and assignments.
- Advise and mentor students on academic and career paths.
- Engage in scholarly or creative activities, which may include research, publications, presentations, or artistic productions.
- Participate in departmental, college, and university service, such as committee work, program development, and student recruitment.
Required Skills
- Education: The applicant should hold a Ph.D. (ABD accepted) in musicology.
- Experience: The successful candidate will possess the following: a demonstrated record of excellence in collegiate-level teaching, with proven experience and expertise in undergraduate education.
- Skills: Subject area within music literature may vary, but candidates should be able to work with a dynamic and diverse faculty and contribute to a performance-based and scholarly conservatory environment.
How to Apply:
The Complete application submissions will include a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy (in which candidates also identify how they might advance the Conservatory’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion), and contact information for three professional references. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.
**Note: A pre-employment background check will be required, and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire.
**Authorized to work in the United States is a pre-condition of employment. At this time, Shenandoah University is not in a position to sponsor international visas.
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