Instructor of Music Non-Tenure Track Faculty; Pool

Instructor of Music Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Review of applications will be on a continual basis and will continue until the position(s) are filled. Applicants are retained in the hiring pool for up to two years.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Position Information

Announcement Number - FAC - VA - 26048

For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Jason Bolte  jason.bolte

Classification Title
- Instructor

Working Title
- Instructor of Music Non-Tenure Track Faculty (Applicant Pool)

Brief

Position Overview
- The School of Music seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable instruction in the following areas: applied music instruction, ensemble conducting, music theory, aural skills, keyboard skills, popular music, world music, music history, composition, music technology, and electroacoustic music.

Faculty Tenure Track
- No

Faculty Rank
- Non-Tenure Track

Position Number - 4A6168

Department
- Music

Division
- College of Arts & Architecture

Appointment Type
- Non-Tenure Track (Pooled)

Contract Term
- Semester

Semester
- Fall or Spring

Union Affiliation
- Contact HR for Determination

FTE
- Dependent on workload units and duration

Benefits Eligible
- Depends on FTE (please contact Human Resources - )

Salary
- Salary is dependent on number of courses taught and duration.

Contract Type - LOA

Recruitment Type
- Open

General Statement
- Montana State University seeks qualified individuals to provide non-tenurable level instruction and/or related functions. Instructors are needed to teach classes depending upon need and available funding. Applications are accepted on a continual basis (unless otherwise indicated) and will be maintained in pool for two years. After two years, candidates will be notified to re-submit materials for continued consideration. The department or program search committees or hiring authority will review and evaluate the submitted application materials.

Applicants will be notified if their application is being retained in the non-tenure track faculty hiring pool. Appointments are on a part-time basis and vary in duration, a couple weeks, a semester or an academic year, depending on the specific needs of the department/program. Salary is dependent on number of courses taught and duration. We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with individuals of all backgrounds, possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Montana State University.

As a non-tenurable employee, you may be eligible for benefits as outlined in the policies of Montana State University, the Montana University System and the Associate Faculty of Montana State University (Non Tenure Track Faculty) Collective Bargaining Agreement

Duties and Responsibilities
- We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a broad university community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from various backgrounds succeed. Duties and responsibilities vary according to the needs of the school and specific area of instruction and may include:
Teaching on-campus or online courses. Advising, evaluating and assisting students. Curriculum and/or course development. Participating in weekly faculty meetings. Meeting regularly with, collaborating with, and evaluating peer leader, if one is assigned to your section.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Terminal academic degree or comparable professional experience. Demonstrated skills appropriate to the specific course(s)

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Prior teaching experience. A significant record of accomplishment related to the desired teaching area(s). Demonstrated commitment to student, faculty, and staff enrichment

The Successful Candidate Will
- Possess excellent written and oral communication skills. Take initiative and work well independently. Be able to work closely with other faculty in a collegial environment and contribute to the academic mission of the school. Have effective interpersonal skills including the ability to…