Assistant Professor, Music Industry Careers; Tenure Eligible

Position Overview

Teach courses in commercial music such as Applied Lessons, Theory, Songwriting, Sight‑Singing and Ear Training, Arranging and Composition, and American Music. May also include directing a commercial performing ensemble such as Jazz, Rock, Country, Contemporary Christian or Improvisation Ensembles, or teaching Music Business courses such as Survey of Music Business, Concert Promotion, Venue and Talent Management, Music Marketing, or Music Publishing.

Faculty are expected to accept courses as assigned, which could include face‑to‑face and non‑traditional modalities or time frames such as evening, weekend, dual credit, blended, and/or online courses. This position reports to the Division Chair, Visual & Performing Arts.

Other responsibilities may include active recruiting of Music Industry majors, performing in faculty ensemble, attending all departmental concerts both on and off campus, maintaining office hours, serving on college committees, promoting and supporting the department’s mission and goals, participating in professional development and faculty evaluations, and working across departments to develop student communication and problem‑solving skills.

Cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired.

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Finalists may be asked to perform solo and collaboratively, and present an applied studio keyboard and classroom teaching demonstration.

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This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.

Sedentary desk work; occasional field trips, e.g. for college or program activities. Insignificant effort other than normal movement. Minimal hazard or exposure: standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music or Commercial Music from an accredited college or university.
• Professional performance and teaching experience.

• Master’s Degree in Music or Commercial Music from an accredited college or university.
• Teaching experience at a college or university.

• Online Employment Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter (see Selection Criteria)
• Electronic Portfolio:
  Solo or Ensemble Performance, and/or Lesson Recording
• Copies of College Transcripts

MCC provides equal educational opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment.