Visiting Assistant Professor-Design and Creative Technology

The College of New Jersey; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of New Jersey is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor in Music Technology to begin August 2025. Ideal candidates should have a Master's degree or PhD, relevant teaching experience, and a commitment to diversity in education. The role involves teaching introductory courses and mentoring students, as well as coordinating the Music Technology minor.

Qualifications

• Experience in college-level teaching of Music Technology.
• Record of relevant scholarly research or creative activity.
• Ability to teach courses like Electronic Music and Interactive Music Programming.

Responsibilities

• Carry a 4-3 teaching load and coordinate the Music Technology minor.
• Teach courses related to Electronic Music and Interactive Music Programming.
• Advise students in Music Technology.

Skills

Teaching skills

Music Technology knowledge

Student advising

Education

Masters degree in Music Technology

PhD preferred

Job description

Job Description - Visiting Assistant Professor-Design and Creative Technology (25000502)

Job Description

Visiting Assistant Professor-Design and Creative Technology - ( 25000502 )

Description

To enrich education through diversity, The College of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College has a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff, and strongly encourages women and members of underrepresented groups to apply.

The College of New Jersey invites applications for a ten-month, Visiting Assistant Professor position in Music Technology (non-tenure track) starting August 2025. The position carries a 4-3 teaching load, and additionally entails coordination of the Music Technology minor and advising students in the minor.

Required courses include:

● Electronic Music : Using Logic Pro, intro-level studio techniques, MIDI sequencing, synthesis, sampling, mixing, and audio production; also theoretical and historical developments in electronic music.

● Interactive Music Programming : Using Max, a focus on MIDI, interface design, and controllers; also programming fundamentals including loops, logic, conditional statements, and data structures.

Depending on expertise, additional courses could include those already in our catalog — such as Audio Signal Processing or Scoring for Media — or a Special Topics or First Year Seminar course.

● A Masters degree in Music Technology or a related field at time of appointment (PhD preferred);

● College-level teaching experience in Music Technology; and

● A record of relevant scholarly research, professional and/or creative activity.

The ideal candidate will:

● Demonstrate excellent teaching skills in the context of an undergraduate curriculum, where students’ skills are introductory;

● Be positioned to help students navigate the professional landscape, and pursue internship and career opportunities in the region (New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

Please submit:

● a cover letter highlighting your interest and qualifications;

● a one-page statement of teaching philosophy;

● evidence of exemplary undergraduate teaching, including examples of relevant work from previous students;

● examples of professional and/or artistic accomplishments;

● contact information for three references electronically in Taleo.

Only complete, electronic submissions will be considered. Although not required, up to three letters of recommendation may be submitted in the single PDF file for review. Please do not send additional materials unless requested (e.g., examples of college-level student work, teacher evaluations, unofficial graduate transcript, previous syllabi, or publications). Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the position.

A review of applications willcontinue until the position is filled. Please direct further inquiries to: Music Technology Search Committee, Department of Design and Creative Technology, The College of New Jersey, P.O. Box 7718, Ewing, NJ 08628-0718, [e-mail]. Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.

About The College of New Jersey

Founded in 1855, TCNJ is a selective public institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. TCNJ enrolls approximately 7,400 students, including 6,790 undergraduates and 610 graduate students, 30% of whom are self-described as members of groups traditionally underrepresented in academe. Strong curricular and co-curricular programming have helped foster a first-year to sophomore retention rate of 92%, a 4-year graduation rate of 75% (7 th highest in the U.S. for public institutions), and a 6-year graduation rate of 87% (among the highest in the country). Five signature experiences are the hallmark of a TCNJ education: a personalized, collaborative, and rigorous education; undergraduate research, mentored internships, and field experiences; community engaged learning; global engagement; and leadership development. TCNJ has also received national recognition for the adoption and promotion of the teacher-scholar model for our faculty. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for programs offered through TCNJ’s seven academic schools—Arts and Communication; Business; Education; Engineering; Humanities and Social Sciences; Nursing and Health Sciences; and Science. TCNJ has a strong Phi Beta Kappa chapter—an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally.

Among other initiatives, a series of faculty/staff-based affinity groups (e.g., Minority Executive Council, Women's Professional Network, Parent and Family Network, TCNJ PRIDE) supports a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment at TCNJ.

TCNJ is located within an hour of New York City and Philadelphia. The College’s campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township and is known for its natural beauty. In addition to its growing racial and ethnic diversity, the region offers excellent public schools, prestigious medical centers, restaurants, art and entertainment, as well as numerous cultural and recreational activities. For more information about the college, please visit: http://www.tcnj.edu/ .

Primary Location: Art & Interactive Multimedia - Design and Creative Technology
Work Locations: Art & Interactive Multimedia - Design and Creative Technology 2000 Pennington RdEwing Township 08628
Job: Faculty
Organization: The College of New Jersey

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Work Locations

Work Locations

: Art & Interactive Multimedia - Interactive Multi Media 2000 Pennington Rd Ewing Township 08628