Job Information
University of Kansas Artist/Teacher of Percussion - Assistant Professor in Lawrence, Kansas
26126BR
Job Title:
Artist/Teacher of Percussion - Assistant Professor
Department:
Music
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
Teaching 40%
Teach applied percussion lessons (undergraduate and graduate) and related courses
Build and maintain a strong percussion studio
Supervise/mentor teaching assistants
Teach additional music major and /or non-major courses of candidate’s expertise in musicology and/or music theory
Research/Creative Work 40%
Establish a research/creative agenda pursuant of artistic growth and an expanding reputation of excellence
Participate actively and collaboratively in the cultural and intellectual life of the School and the University.
Service 20%
Work individually and collaboratively in recruiting music performance, music education, and music therapy students
Work cooperatively in support of the School of Music and the University
Serve on graduate and faculty committees
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
26126BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses).
Contact Information to Applicants:
Terri Morris
785-864-3422
tlmorris@ku.edu
Position Number:
00004448
Required Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in music; ABD candidates will be considered if degree will be completed by August 17, 2024; OR a Master’s degree in music with 3 years' professional performance experience
Demonstrated record of productive teaching excellence and recruitment at the collegiate or equivalent level
Documented success as a percussion artist/performer
Employee Class:
F-Faculty
Advertised Salary Range:
$60,000
FTE:
1.0
Position Overview:
The University of Kansas School of Music seeks to fill a full-time, academic year (nine month), artist performer to teach applied percussion lessons (Undergraduate and Graduate) and related courses beginning on August 18, 2024. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track). This position will need to maintain a strong percussion studio, work individually and collaboratively in recruiting music performance, music education, and music therapy students; supervise/mentor teaching assistants; work cooperatively in support of the School of Music and the University, including service on graduate and faculty committees; establish a research/creative agenda pursuant of artistic growth and an expanding reputation of excellence; participate actively in the cultural and intellectual life of the School and the University. The successful candidate will be surrounded by colleagues who share a passion for artistic expression, educating students, creating professional opportunities in the field, and who are eager for collaborations and engagement in identifying innovations in learning, research, and service.
The School of Music at the University of Kansas strives to offer a comprehensive array of programs of study at the bachelors, masters, and doctoral levels. The School offers required coursework to students wishing to pursue a profession in music or those pursuing related programs of study on campus. The School also offers elective opportunities for music study to the overall student body.
At the University of Kansas, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are an important part of our culture and university strategic plan. Applications from members of underrepresented groups are encouraged, noting the value that differences bring to our organization, students, staff, faculty, and community. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Application Review Begins:
09-Oct-2023
Anticipated Start Date:
18-Aug-2024
Additional Candidate Instruction:
In addition to the online application. Applicants should submit a letter of interest (that includes proposals of potential courses in musicology or music theory in the candidate's area of expertise), curriculum vitae, contact information (e-mail and telephone) for 3 references who can be contacted for recommendation; a 1-2 page statement discussing personal teaching philosophy within a comprehensive university school of music, including objectives and the means of achieving those objectives; and internet links to recent performances and live video recordings of one or more private percussion lessons. The performance recordings should be approximately 30 minutes in total length and contain at least 15 minutes of live video recordings. Other materials upon request only.
In addition to the materials above, learning about each applicant's contribution and engagement in areas of diversity is an important part of KU's mission. As such, applicants will be presented the following question at the time of application, each response must be within 4,000 characters or less.
- Describe your experiences working with people from diverse backgrounds, and explain how those experiences reflect your commitments to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Initial review of applications will begin October 9, 2023 and will continue until a pool of qualified applicants is obtained.