Lecturer (Part-Time, Non-Tenure Track)

About the Role Part-time, non-tenure-track faculty position at the Conservatory of Music. The role involves teaching and contributing to program development and assessment, advising students, and participating in policy-related recommendations, with a workload of 3-20 instructional hours per week. What You'll Do

• Provide instruction for a total of 3-20 hours per week (depending on course/contract).
• Design and conduct educational programs and courses of instruction in accordance with the policies of the University.
• Actively participate in the comprehensive planning or review of the development and quality improvement of the educational programs and courses of study, assist in the evaluation of the effectiveness of such programs and courses, and to make recommendations to the Deans and Provost concerning the educational mission, programs, and policies of the University.
• Recommend educational policies and degree requirements which effectively carry out the mission of the University.
• Advise students on academic progress, and recommend student candidates for earned degrees.
• Participate in the selection, evaluation, and advancement of faculty and academic administrators.
• Contribute to the advancement of knowledge through open inquiry, creative activity and research as appropriate.
• Participate in service as requested or required.
• The faculty member may consider any matter in connection with the effectiveness and quality of the educational program or the professional welfare of the faculty, may make recommendations to the department chair, academic dean or provost concerning any policies, programs, or procedures which affect the educational program or faculty welfare. What We're Looking For
• Minimum Qualifications: A master’s degree or its equivalent in the field of specialization and promise of teaching success and of scholarly or artistic achievements. A candidate without a master’s degree must have equivalent educational or professional experience in the appropriate area of instructional responsibility, and the recommendation for appointment must contain a statement of this equivalence. While holding an appointment as a Lecturer, no person shall be eligible for tenure, nor shall service in this appointment be counted toward meeting minimum time requirements for promotion and/or the probationary period for tenure. Each appointment as a Lecturer in the University will be for a specific period of time. A review of each such appointment will be conducted consistent with the University guidelines for faculty evaluation before a renewed appointment is proffered. The rank of Lecturer is not a tenure eligible appointment.
• Preferred Qualifications: College-level experience highly desirable. Applications from those willing and qualified to teach in related areas such as entrepreneurship/professional development, music theory, and musicology are encouraged. An earned doctorate or terminal degree in the field of specialization. Published research in field of specialization. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work. Nice to Have
• College-level teaching experience.
• Willingness to teach related areas such as entrepreneurship/professional development, music theory, and musicology.
• Earned doctorate or terminal degree.
• Published research.
• Experience with diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusion; culturally responsive practices. Compensation & Benefits
• Hiring range not disclosed in the posting. Salary and benefits details will be determined by the university and unit.