Assistant Professor/Director of Choral Studies

at  New Mexico State University

501625

Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States

Faculty

9-Month Faculty Full-Time

Closing at: Dec 15 2024 at 23:55 MST
Position Title: Assistant Professor/Director of Choral Studies
Employee Classification: LC Faculty TT/TN 9m
College/Division: Arts and Sciences College
Department: 331400-MUSIC
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Location: Las Cruces

OFFSITE LOCATION (IF APPLICABLE):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with qualifications
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt
Summary: The Department of Music is seeking applications for a tenure-track position with the rank of Assistant Professor/Director of Choral Studies.

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:

The Department of Music at New Mexico State University is seeking applications for a tenure-track position with the rank of Assistant Professor.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION/LICENSE, EQUIVALENCY

Doctorate preferred, but applications from ABD candidates will also be considered. Master’s degree in Choral Conducting or Music Education is required. Successful experience as a secondary school conductor/educator and a commitment to teacher training is highly preferred. Ability to teach courses in choral music education, with college teaching experience also preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, a collaborative and collegial approach to music-making, and commitment to the highest standards of musicianship, conducting and teaching.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

Department Contact: Sarah Daughtrey, 575-646-2421 sdaughtr@nmsu.edu
Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable
Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

CLASSIFICATION STANDARD DUTIES:

Teaching - Direct/conduct two university choral ensembles; direct/conduct one community/university choral ensemble; teach undergraduate and graduate courses in choral conducting, methods, materials; coordinate and supervise vocal education majors’ student teaching; additional related areas subject to the candidate’s expertise and the needs of the Department.
Research – Maintain appropriate research activities such as conference attendance/performance, guest conducting, publications, etc.
Service – Oversee all aspects of the choral program including scheduling, budgeting, recruiting, fund-raising, and publicity; assume leadership role in the individual and collaborative recruitment of vocal students (undergraduate and graduate) through building and maintaining productive relationships with public school choral programs, recruitment trips, ensemble tours; participate in departmental and university committees and other university activities as assigned.
Outreach – conduct one community/university choral ensemble; building and maintaining productive relationships with local choral programs.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Submit application materials, comprising a cover letter of interest, curriculum vitae, statement of educational philosophy, and three references with full contact information. If requested, further materials, such as videos of performances and rehearsals/warm-ups will be required.