Music Department: Performance Practice & Performing Ensembles Lecturer Pool

University of California - Santa Cruz; Windsor; On-site; USD 8,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in music education is seeking passionate lecturers to join their ongoing pool. This role involves teaching diverse performance practice workshops and ensembles, fostering creativity and inclusivity in music. Candidates with relevant teaching experience are encouraged to apply, especially those who can enhance the department's commitment to diversity. This position offers the chance to inspire students and contribute to a vibrant academic community. If you have a Master's Degree in Music or equivalent experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the world of music education.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Work/life balance policies

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in music or equivalent, or four years of artistic work.
• Experience teaching various music ensembles and workshops.

Responsibilities

• Teach performance practice workshops and ensembles at various levels.
• Contribute to diversity and excellence in music programs.

Skills

Teaching experience in ensembles

Performance practice workshops

Diversity and inclusion contributions

Education

Master's Degree in Music

Four years of artistic/creative work

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Ensembles Pre-six Lecturer

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for an appointment to teach a standard five-credit course is $8,531-$10,492 (based on salary points 1-8). Compensation for Summer Session courses may vary from courses taught during the academic year.

Percent time: Variable, based on the course load assigned.

Anticipated start: Appointments are contingent on the hiring unit's instructional need and the availability of funding. This recruitment is valid for initial appointments made in fall quarter 2024 through fall quarter 2025. Initial appointments outside this period will require an alternative open recruitment.

Position duration: Appointments are typically made during one or more quarters of the academic year (fall, winter, spring), but may also be during Summer Session.

Application Window

Open date: June 15, 2024

Most recent review date: Friday, Nov 1, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed if the position is not yet filled.

Final date: Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications after this date will be considered only if the position remains unfilled.

Position description

The Department of Music at UCSC invites applications for an ongoing pool of lecturers to teach performance practice workshops and ensembles at various levels. We seek candidates with relevant teaching experience in ensembles such as Gamelan, Jazz, Mariachi, Wind Ensemble, Ghanaian Drumming, etc., or workshops like North Indian Music, Songwriting, Improvisation, Music and Ocean, Hip-Hop, etc. Candidates with college-level teaching experience or who can contribute to diversity and excellence in our programs are encouraged to apply. Internal candidates will be prioritized.

Music Department: http://music.ucsc.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications: Master's Degree in music or equivalent, or four years of artistic/creative work with a record of performances/exhibitions/publications in music.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Performance recordings (descriptions and links in PDFs)
• Sample Course Syllabus
• Optional Evaluations of Teaching
• Statement on Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Reference requirements

Three confidential letters of recommendation are required. References will submit directly to UC Recruit.

Apply link:

https://recruit.ucsc.edu/JPF01734

Help contact:

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About UC Santa Cruz

Finalists must disclose any misconduct decisions in the last seven years. UCSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. Accommodation requests should be directed to Disability Management Services. The campus complies with the Clery Act and is smoke & tobacco-free. We support spousal and partner employment needs and participate in NorCal HERC. The university offers competitive benefits and policies for work/life balance. All employees must adhere to university policies and applicable laws.

Job location

Santa Cruz, California