Teaching Instructor/Teaching Assistant Professor Of Jazz Studies

East Carolina University School of Music seeks qualified applicants for a fixed-term (one year) Teaching Instructor or Teaching Assistant Professor in the area of JAZZ STUDIES. Duties will include directing the jazz ensemble(s), coaching jazz combos, teaching applied music, and/or teaching courses in Jazz History and Rhythm Section Concepts.

Contingent upon available funding.

Minimum Education/Experience

Master’s degree in music. Qualifying degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions and confirmed by the time of hire. Evidence of success as a performing artist, applied teaching at the collegiate level and capabilities relevant to the responsibilities described above. A demonstrated and ongoing commitment to teaching and performing.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

N/A

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Earned DMA or PhD. Established record of college music teaching, performance, and scholarship.

Special Instructions to Applicant

• CV/Resume
• Brief statement of teaching philosophy
• Cover letter
• List of five references with contact information
• List of electronic links to jazz performances as leader or member (big band and combo) demonstrating a breadth of styles. Performance links should be in streaming format only.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

Job Open Date

07/25/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins

08/01/2023

Rank Level

Not Applicable

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/64037

AA/EOE

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA [email protected].

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.