Professor - Music teaches courses in the discipline area of music. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being a Professor - Music provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Professor - Music typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has considerable experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and initiates research and case studies in field of interest and may publish findings in trade journals or textbooks. Provides intellectual leadership and has made significant contributions to the field. May offer independent study opportunities and mentoring to students. Typically this individual is a leader in the field and has been published. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Date Closed: Review of applications will begin October 15th and will continue until the position is filled. The position is expected to begin in Fall of 2024.
TO APPLY:
Please submit the following items.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Division of Music has an enrollment of more than 275 music majors. Degrees available
include: BM in music education, BM in performance; BA in liberal arts; BS in music therapy; MM in music education, performance, and instrumental, piano, and vocal
pedagogy; and MMT in music therapy.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The successful candidate will teach applied lessons on their primary instrument, participate in recruiting for the Division of Music, conduct ensembles, provide other forms of support within the band program, and teach additional courses in the music curriculum.
QUALIFICATIONS
* PhD or DMA in Music
* Teaching experience at the collegiate level
* Evidence of successful conducting experience with university-level ensembles
POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES
* Teach applied lessons on primary instrument
* Teach courses in the music curriculum (may include brass techniques, pedagogy, and ensemble coaching)
* Actively recruit and retain students for the Division of Music
* Engage in outreach activities to promote the Division of Music within the university and the broader community
* Conduct ensembles according to area(s) of expertise and provide other forms of support within the band program
* Maintain an agenda of research and creative activity that enhances the Division of Music's standing and increases its visibility
* Engage in divisional and university service, including participation in faculty meetings, committees, academic advising, and events that contribute to the growth and success of the Division of Music
UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
Texas Woman's University occupies a notable position in higher education as the nation's largest university primarily for women. Established in 1901, TWU is a doctoral/research-intensive public university which emphasizes the liberal arts and sciences as well as specialized and professional studies in business, nursing, health sciences, and education. The College of Arts and Sciences, with over thirty-five percent of TWU's graduate and undergraduate population of over 16,000, prepares students for success in a global world. TWU operates three campuses: Houston, Dallas, and the main campus in Denton located 35 miles north of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This metroplex, the nation's fourth largest urban center, has world-class museums, orchestras, opera, ballet, theatre companies, as well as an array of professional and collegiate sports venues. Additional information about the benefits of employment at TWU is available at . All offers of employment will be contingent on the candidate's ability to provide documents which establish proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. All positions at Texas Woman's University are deemed security sensitive requiring background checks.