POSITION: NON-TENURE TRACK LECTURER, POSITION IN MUSIC, DANCE & THEATRE, 12 MONTHS
LOCATION: MUSIC, DANCE & THEATER
JOB SUMMARY: The Department of Music, Dance, and Theater invites applications for a full-time NTTP faculty Lecturer appointment commencing September 3, 2024 to teach at New Jersey City University (NJCU) William J. Maxwell College of Arts & Sciences. This is a 12-month position carrying a minimum of 30 credits hours and a maximum of 33 credit hours teaching load.
The successful applicant will be required to teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels based on departmental needs. Alongside instructional responsibilities, the successful candidate will have responsibility for ensemble coordination and will direct and/or supervise jazz ensembles, including big bands, combos, and specialized groups. They will arrange performances, including on-campus concerts, off-campus gigs, and tours, and facilitate auditions and recruitment for jazz ensembles. Additionally, the successful candidate will also have program administration responsibilities for the jazz studies program and will also be expected to lead community engagement efforts that relate to the jazz program (e.g., outreach, partnerships, collaborations). Candidates with experience in effectively teaching courses in jazz performance, history, theory, and improvisation is preferred and are encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates should outline in their application materials how their teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and community service might support NJCU’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
For specific application requirements, please refer to the NJCU website at:
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EDUCATION: Master’s degree in Jazz Performance, or a related field.
In your application materials (including at a minimum a cover letter, a vita, and a transcript), we encourage you to address how your teaching, mentorship, and community service might support our institutional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Review of applications will begin immediately.
We offer a competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
New Jersey City University is an equal opportunity institution encouraging a diverse pool of applicants.
SAME Applicants: Candidates applying under the New Jersey “SAME” program, must include a Schedule A or B letter with other supporting documents (resume, proof of degree, etc.) by the closing date indicated above. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (833) 691-0404
New Jersey City University is a Tobacco and Smoke Free Campus. For the health of our employees, students and visitors, smoking, vaping and tobacco use is not permitted on campus. This includes all buildings, grounds and parking lots.
CUT-OFF FOR FILING APPLICATIONS: Open until filled
New Jersey City University (NJCU) is not accepting applications from third party recruiters for this position. Any resumes, curriculum vitae or applications submitted to NJCU for this position shall be deemed the property of NJCU and no commissions or referral fees shall be paid.
