Temporary Lecturer in Music

Society for Music Theory

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

An established industry player in the arts and humanities is seeking passionate individuals for temporary lecturer positions. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with students in subjects like Composition, Music Theory, and Performance at a prestigious university. Candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, preparing course materials, and supporting students through grading and office hours. The department values diversity and academic excellence, making it an exciting environment for educators looking to make a meaningful impact. Join a vibrant community dedicated to fostering creativity and knowledge in music education.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated track record of teaching in a university setting.
  • ABD for PhD or DMA status in Music or relevant topic.

Responsibilities

  • Instruction and class preparation for music courses.
  • Grading and maintaining office hours for student support.

Skills

Teaching experience
Curriculum development
Music Theory
Composition
Computer Music
Music History
Performance

Education

ABD for PhD or DMA in Music
5 years of relevant professional experience

Job description

The Department of Music within the School of Arts and Humanities at UC San Diego is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. Please read more about the department at this link. We are seeking applicants for temporary lecturer position(s) in the subjects of Composition, Computer Music, Music Theory and Skills, Music History, and Performance.

Duties:

  • Instruction
  • Class preparation
  • Grading
  • Office hours
  • Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs.

Salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience and based on published UC pay scales.

Appointment Details: Appointments may be one or more quarters based on departmental need, and for one, two, or three courses per quarter. Subsequent applications will be reviewed periodically as teaching needs arise.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application):

  • Demonstrated track record of teaching classes in a university setting
  • ABD for PhD or DMA status in Music or relevant topic; candidates who do not have a PhD or DMA in Music should have at minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience teaching large scale classes in a university setting
  • Experience teaching upper-division courses in relevant music courses aligned with our department’s offerings
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  • Teaching Evaluations - Please provide at least 3 different summaries in the last 3 years compiled together into 1 PDF.
  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Applicants should summarize their past or potential contributions to diversity.
  • Authorization to Release Information Form - The University of California is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence. UC San Diego requires all candidates for academic appointments to complete, sign, and upload the Misconduct Authorization of Information Release form into AP Recruit as part of their application. If the candidate does not include the signed authorization with the application materials, the application will be considered incomplete.
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