Assistant Professor of Music Therapy

Texas A&M University System; Canyon (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Texas A&M University in Canyon, Texas, invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Music Therapy. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate Music Therapy courses, oversee the clinical experience, and contribute to related courses based on qualifications and experience.

The role requires a Doctorate in music therapy (or related field), MT-BC credential, and a Masters in music therapy; online and hybrid teaching ability is expected, with active research and service commitments.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in music therapy or related field required.
• Ability to teach online and in hybrid formats expected.
• Active participation in professional organizations and evidence of scholarly publication expected.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Music Therapy courses and related subjects.
• Administer and supervise the clinical experience component for students.
• Teach additional courses such as Music Theory or Music Education as qualified.
• Engage in research and publish findings; present at conferences.
• Serve on committees and take leadership roles in school, college, and university activities.

Skills

Online teaching

Hybrid class experience

Research publication

Education

Doctorate in Music Therapy (PhD/EdD/DMA)

Master's degree in Music Therapy or related area

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Professor of Music Therapy

Agency

West Texas A&M University

Department

Music

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Canyon, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

NOTICE - All posted positions are subject to budget approval.

Job Summary:

Administer Music Therapy program; Teach Music Therapy courses, plus possible courses in a secondary area such as Music Theory or Music Education, depending on qualifications and experience.

Work Performed:

The position primarily includes teaching Music Therapy at the undergraduate level, administration of the clinical experience component for students, and other related courses. Additional responsibilities will depend on the candidate’s interests and qualifications, including but not limited to, vocal or instrumental performance, conducting, and music theory. Maintain active program of research and publication. Serve as requested on school, college, and university committees and in leadership positions in community and professional organizations.

Necessary Qualifications:

The qualified candidate will have a Doctorate (PhD, EdD or DMA) in music therapy or related field; hold the MT-BC (Music Therapist-Board Certified) credential; holds a master’s degree in music therapy or related area, with a minimum of transcripted graduate credits equivalent to 12 semester hours or the equivalent of graduate credits in music therapy beyond the undergraduate equivalency requirements; and has at least three years of full-time clinical experience in music therapy or its equivalent in part-time work. The candidate must meet the minimum qualification standards to serve as an undergraduate faculty member as outlined by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) found in Section 6.0 of the AMTA document Standards for Education and Clinical Training.

The ability to creatively engage students in the classroom and to teach effectively online and in hybrid classes will be expected. The candidate will demonstrate knowledge of music therapy research and provide evidence of successful publication of research and scholarship. Active participation in professional organizations will also be expected. The candidate will also have the ability to teach and clinically supervise undergraduate students and the ability to organize and administer an undergraduate music therapy program.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least two years of previous college-level teaching is preferred.

Applicant Instructions:

• Letter of interest or cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching and service, as applicable
• Statement of personal educational philosophy and pedagogical practices.
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts are expected to be submitted promptly by the successful candidate)
• Three professional references

Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits

All applicants must attest they are not employed by and do not have any connection or continuous connections to any government entity or political apparatus of a country listed in 15 C.F.R. § 791.4.

Due to budgetary reasons, West Texas A&M University will not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

For additional questions or information regarding this position, please contact:

Search Committee Chair: Sarah Rushing

Department: Music

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.