Assistant/Associate Professor

Alcorn State University; Lorman (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Music for a tenured/tenure track position in Lorman, Mississippi. The successful candidate will conduct classes, guide students, and maintain a conducive learning environment.

Required qualifications include a Doctor of Philosophy in a music-related field and at least five years of teaching experience at the college level. Strong communication skills and a passion for teaching are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Philosophy in music related field preferred.
• Five years’ teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Passion for teaching and engaging with students.

Responsibilities

• Conducts a requisite number of classes and teaches assigned subjects.
• Provides guidance and supervision to students.
• Creates and maintains an environment conducive to teaching and learning.

Skills

Knowledge of Music Education

Excellent communication skills

Strong time management skills

Ability to work well with colleagues

Education

Doctor of Philosophy in music related field

Job description

Job Title

Assistant/Associate Professor, Music (Tenured/Tenure Track)

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts a requisite number of classes; Teaches assigned subjects
• Provides guidance and supervision to students
• Creates and maintains an environment conducive to excellence in teaching, learning and research
• Preparation and formulation of curricula focused on his/her subject(s)
• Participates in departmental meetings and holds scheduled office hours
• Maintains equipment in the laboratory, makes arrangements for laboratory practical sessions, and provides materials to students
• Provides academic support to other faculty members
• Serves on departmental and University committees, as assigned
• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Education

Doctor of Philosophy in music related field preferred. A minimum of eighteen (18) graduate hours in Fine Arts, Music, Piano Performance or other related coursework is required

Minimum Experience

Five (5) years’ teaching experience at the college or university level

Licenses/Certifications

N/A

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of Music Education
• Demonstrated integrity
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
• Strong time management skills
• Passion for teaching and engaging with students
• Skilled in mentoring students
• Ability to work well with colleagues and foster a collegial environment conducive to teamwork and students’ high level of learning