Adjunct Faculty, Music Theory

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Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Music Theory Position Number 999972 School/Division Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Humanties Department Full-Time or Part-Time Part-Time Description

The Department of Music at Hofstra University is pleased to invite applications for one Adjunct Faculty of Music for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025.

Hofstra University is located on Long Island near New York City (25 miles east of Manhattan), with its wealth of business, entertainment, and cultural opportunities. Our faculty and students have diverse backgrounds, and we welcome diverse applicants. For more information about our graduate programs, our faculty, and our students, applicants are encouraged to visit our PhD and MA programs' websites at https://www.hofstra.edu/music/.

The successful candidate will teach sections of first- and second-year Music Theory (MUS 069, 070A) and Ear Training (MUS 061A, 062A, 063, and 064) courses for Music Majors.

Students develop a background in music and musicianship that prepares them for a wide range of further educational and vocational activities that include music as a component. Students will gain advanced skills in and understanding of analysis of music in the style of the Common-Practice Period (1600-1900).

• The successful candidate will be expected to teach 6-8 semester hours.

• Classes are held twice a week or three times a week.

• The duration of each class is 55 minutes.

Qualifications

Applicants are expected to:

• Have completed a Master's or PhD, or close to completion, in Music Theory and/or Composition.

• Be a dedicated teacher and active researcher.

• A successful candidate will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in an educational environment.

Preferred Quals Summary

• Demonstrated success in teaching undergraduate classes.

• Previous teaching experience is desirable, but not required.

Special Instructions

Applications should be submitted electronically and include the following:

• Cover letter (including teaching philosophy, and a commentary on how you have contributed or plan to contribute to a diverse learning community)
• Curriculum vitae

After the initial review, candidates who are selected to proceed to the next stage of review will be asked to supply 3 letters of recommendation.

For full consideration, initial applications must be received by June 1, 2024, or until filled.

Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Francesca Cassio (Chair of the Department of Music) and Dr. Philip S. Stoecker (Committee Chair).

Email: Francesca.cassio@hofstra.edu

Philip.S.Stoecker@hofstra.edu

Deadline Open until filled Tenure Track No Date Posted 04/17/2024 EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

Salary/Salary Range $1,442-$1,669

Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

• Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.