Part-time Lecturer in Music
Job Description Summary
POSITION SUMMARY: The University of Maryland (UMD) School of Music invites applications for part-time, adjunct faculty positions in music performance, music studies, music theory, music composition, and music education. This posting establishes a pool of qualified candidates to be considered for openings in various specializations as they arise. Responsibilities may include private applied instruction and/or studio classes, teaching academic courses in music, coaching chamber music groups, directing ensembles, or other instructional needs of the School.We seek colleagues committed to working to advance the artistry and scholarship of students from diverse musical, social, and cultural backgrounds.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A master’s degree in music or a closely related field and/or commensurate professional experience is required.
Minimum Qualifications
Designates faculty who are serving in a teaching capacity in either the Lecturer or Clinical Professor titles series. The normal requirement is a Master's degree in the field of instruction or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in the field of instruction.
Additional Job Details
TO APPLY: Screening will be on an as-needed basis, and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit (a) a cover letter (b) a CV, (c) names, phone numbers, and email addresses for three references. Candidates may be asked to send additional materials at a later date.
SCHOOL OF MUSIC: The University of Maryland School of Music is a comprehensive arts institution housed in the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, a state-of-the-art complex with six performance venues, classrooms, and the Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library. The
School of Music offers B.A., B.M., M.A., M.M., Ph.D., and D.M.A degrees. Located within minutes of the Nation’s Capital, the University is linked by mass transit to the homes of the National Symphony Orchestra and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra and the major military service bands. Celebrated performance venues include the Kennedy Center, the Smithsonian Museums, the National Gallery, and the Corcoran and Kreeger Museums. World-class research facilities near the campus include the Library of Congress, the Smithsonian Institution (which also houses Smithsonian Folkways Records), the Folger Shakespeare Library, and the National Archives and the National Archives II. We assert and celebrate the value of the arts to the mission of the university. Links: music.umd.edu; theclarice.umd.edu; arts.umd.edu
ABOUT THE CAMPUS: Founded in 1856, the University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
FUNDING STATEMENT: This search is contingent upon the availability of funds.
Open Until Filled: Yes
Physical Demands: Typical office/ classroom requirements.
Department
ARHU-School of MusicWorker Sub-Type
Faculty Non-Regular (Fixed Term)Salary Range
$75-$140 per hourBackground Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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