Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor of Music/Director of Bands - Arts, Language and Philosophy #00092099

Arts, Languages, & Philosophy

Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor (non-tenure track) of Music/Director of Bands

The Department of Arts, Languages, & Philosophy at Missouri University of Science and Technology invites applications for a full time, non-tenure-track position in Music/Bands at the rank of Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor, based on the qualifications and experience, to begin in the fall 2025. This is a 9-month, full-time, non-tenure track position, renewable yearly based on enrollments and strong performance reviews, and may be eligible for promotion after meeting certain conditions.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate-level music courses, contribute to strengthening our department's music program, and fully engage in the life of our diverse, multidisciplinary department. The typical teaching load will be four three-credit courses per semester, usually taught in person, though some courses are occasionally taught online, depending on qualifications and departmental needs.

Program Description
The Performing Arts Program at Missouri S&T is a part of the university's Department of Arts, Languages, & Philosophy. The music program offers a variety of ensembles including the Miner Marching Band, Pep band, two Wind Ensembles, Jazz Bands, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, University Choir, and Chamber Choir. A minor in music is also offered with courses in Music Appreciation, Music Theory, and Music History available.

Primary Duties
This position seeks a candidate capable of a balancing leadership, musical artistry, and teaching. The successful candidate will serve as the Missouri S&T Director of Bands and liaison with the athletic programs. This includes conducting Miner Marching Band, two Wind Ensembles, as well as teaching courses in the music program aligned with the candidate's expertise and the department's needs. It is expected that the successful candidate will achieve a sustained level of recognition by students and peers as an effective educator, as well as develop engaging learning materials and implement impactful teaching methods.

Additional responsibilities of this position will include relevant service activities, e.g., advising undergraduates and music-related student organizations. Additional service to the university will be required and may include attending on- and off-campus student recruitment events, helping to organize ensembles for on-campus events such as Commencement and public receptions, and working with other members of the Performing Arts faculty/ALP faculty at large to develop and promote the program.

Minimum Qualifications
MA or terminal degree in Music, Music Education/Performance or related field.
Evidence of active career as a band director and educator.
Experience conducting bands.

Preferred Qualifications
Earned doctorate (PhD, D.M.A., or equivalent) in Music, Music Education/Performance or music-related field by the time of appointment;
Documented experience working with bands and serving as Director of Bands with the Athletic Band programs.
Experience in curriculum development.

Evidence of experience in recruiting, directing, promoting and maintaining aspects of a music program.

Acceptable electronic formats are PDF and MS Word.

• A cover letter that includes the candidate's qualifications for the position, with particular focus on teaching success and experience
• A curriculum vitae
• Teaching portfolio, that includes a teaching philosophy statement, representative teaching evaluations, and sample syllabi
• Names and contact information of three references

Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position may be directed to the search committee chair Taylor Gruenloh at gruenloht@mst.edu.

Open Until Filled - Review of applications to begin 10/1/24

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the multicultural community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a diverse population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

KUMMER COLLEGE
Established in 2022, The Kummer College serves as a pathbreaking model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a future-oriented STEM-focused university. Supported by the Kummer Institute Foundation at Missouri S&T, this unique college integrates key academic, co-curricular, and administrative activities related to technology commercialization, business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and economic development. Within The Kummer College lives several departments: Department of Business and Information Technology (BIT), Department of Economics, Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering (EMSE), Kummer Student Programs and the Division of Technology Transfer and Economic Development (TTED).

COLLEGE of ENGINEERING & COMPUTING (CEC)
Missouri S&T's College of Engineering and Computing is the largest of three colleges at S&T, accounting for approximately 80% of the total enrollment (about 4,500 undergraduates and 800 graduate students). The college includes more than 170 ranked faculty members who serve in 16 undergraduate programs, all with master's and doctoral equivalents organized into nine academic departments. The college recently added a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering and a Ph.D. in bioengineering, both starting in fall 2024. Missouri S&T, supported by the College of Engineering and Computing, is nationally recognized for its career outcomes and ROI.

COLLEGE of ARTS, SCIENCES, & EDUCATION (CASE)
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is a catalyst of innovation, creativity, and discovery, where students and faculty work side-by-side to create and share knowledge and understanding. From arts and humanities to the natural and social sciences, the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education has a program for everyone. The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) is made up of eleven units including Air Force ROTC, Army ROTC, Arts, Languages and Philosophy, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, English and Technical Communication, History and Political Science, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Psychological Science, and Education. The college is home to over 90 tenured/tenure-track and 44 non-tenure-track faculty members. CASE offers more than 85 different academic options including certificates, minors, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With a vibrant and diverse cultural scene, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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