LOCATION
Kansas, USA
INSTITUTION
Wichita State University
POSITION/RANK
Assistant Professor of Music Theory/Composition
GENERAL INFO

full-time tenure track position

JOB DESCRIPTION

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Music Theory area. Advise and recruit undergraduate and graduate music majors. Fulfill faculty expectations associated with a traditional, full-time, tenure-track university appointment (teaching, scholarly/creative activity, service). Teach courses in other areas of expertise depending on departmental needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education:
Doctoral Degree in Music Theory, Composition, or closely related field from an accredited institution conferred by the time of hire

Minimum Experience:
> Experience teaching at the college or university level.
> Evidence of relevant scholarly research and/or creative activity. (i.e. research, compositions, presentations, etc.)

Knowledge, skills and abilities:
> Ability to teach music theory and/or composition related courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
> Excellent written and communication skills.
> Willingness to accommodate a variety of learning styles and strategies in instructional delivery and learning activities, including online and blended learning, flexible teaching methods, and applied learning approaches.
> All candidates for faculty positions should be able to demonstrate the ability to successfully educate and empower a diverse student population.

All employees of Wichita State University are expected to support the WSU Vision, Mission and Values and foster an environment of diversity in culture, thought and experience.

SALARY
Commensurate with qualifications and experience
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

See original job posting and apply online at: https://jobs.wichita.edu/postings/31269

Applicants must upload the following documents:
> Cover Letter/Letter of Application
> Curriculum Vitae
> Teaching Philosophy: Statement of teaching philosophy including how it relates to diversity and inclusion.

All required application materials must be submitted/received for an application to be considered complete for review. Only completed applications will be considered for review.

Advancing applicants may be contacted with instructions for providing additional materials (i.e., teaching video, evidence of scholarship and/or creative activity, etc.)

Review of completed applications will begin January 16, 2024; for priority consideration please submit applications and supporting documents/materials by January 15, 2024.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check as required by Kansas Board of Regents policy. WSU is an AA/EEO employer.

PREFERRED APPLICATION DEADLINE
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Yes
CONTACT FOR INQUIRIES

For more information contact:
Catherine Consiglio, Professor, Chair, Music Theory/Composition Search Committee
Email: catherine.consiglio@wichita.edu