Clinical Faculty - Music Education & Director of Orchestral Activities

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: 10 days ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
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Posting Details
Position Information


Posting Number F001214P
Internal Posting?
Recruitment Title Clinical Faculty - Music Education & Director of Orchestral Activities
Advertising Pay Range $57,367 annually or higher commensurate with experience
Location Moscow
Primary Division/College Col of Letters, Arts & Social Sci.
Primary Unit Hampton School of Music
Employee Category Faculty
Classification Group Title Clinical Faculty
Position Control Number 0351
Suffix 00
Contingency Code Not Applicable
FTE
1
Contract Basis Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date 08/12/2024
FLSA Status Overtime Exempt
Tenure Tracking Non-Tenure Track
Rank Assistant Professor
Extension Type Not Applicable
Administrative Appointment Type Not applicable
Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)

Position Responsibilities


Position Summary
The Lionel Hampton School of Music at the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho invites applications for a non-tenure track Clinical Assistant Professor of Music Education & Director of Orchestral Activities, a full-time appointment beginning August 2024. Responsibilities include teaching courses in music education, directing the Orchestra, and teaching other courses to be determined by departmental needs and/or applicant’s qualifications. This faculty member will also actively recruit and retain students and participate in Lionel Hampton School of Music committees and events.
Unit/Department Summary
The Lionel Hampton School of Music is a close-knit community of prominent performers, teachers, composers, and scholars who interact closely with dedicated and talented students. We are a musically comprehensive and nationally competitive School of Music, and we provide an environment in which our students learn by performing, listening to, analyzing, and creating music. Together, the faculty and students create an atmosphere of professional awareness, mutual support, collaboration, and outreach. We advance the art of music through hundreds of concerts and recitals each year. The University of Idaho is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music.
The College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences is the largest and most diverse college at the University of Idaho and we are committed to building a just and inclusive society. As the college which focuses on liberal arts education, we provide foundational support for all students as well as offer majors, minors, certificates, and enriching experiences aimed to produce globally-engaged, culturally competent, well-versed citizens who desire to grow the State of Idaho and engage the world. CLASS is a research college whose faculty investigate the cutting edges of humanities, social sciences, and performing arts. We seek staff and faculty who will share in our goals and contribute to our culture of acceptance.
Administrative Summary
Contingency Description
Teaching & Advising 84%
Scholarship & Creative Activity 0%
Outreach & Extension 10%
University Service & Leadership 6%

Qualifications


Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.
Required Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in music;
  • Experience teaching at the elementary, secondary, or collegiate levels;
  • Experience conducting an orchestra.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Doctoral degree in music;
  • Record of success teaching music education at the collegiate level, particularly elementary methods;
  • Record of success in conducting an orchestra at the collegiate level;
  • Record of success organizing community engagement and outreach programming;
  • Ability to teach other courses depending on the applicant’s qualifications and departmental needs;
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain students;
  • Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with regional music educators;
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with flexible attitude and ability to work collaboratively.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Posting Information


Posting Date 01/26/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Position remains open until filled; however, first review of applications will begin on February 25, 2024. To apply, please submit a letter of interest, a current CV, a list of three references, and links to recent audio and/or video recordings of performances and teaching (upload as Other Document 1).
Letters of reference and all questions related to this search should be sent directly to the Search Coordinator, Zach Sherlock: [email protected].
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement

The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain

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