Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Music, Instrumental

POSITION SPECIFICS

Penn State Harrisburg's School of Humanities invites applications for a full-time Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Music, Instrumental.

This position is responsible for recruiting and directing instrumental ensembles for non-majors. Past ensembles include band, pep band, orchestra, and jazz ensemble, but new options may be available depending on the candidate's strengths and interests - especially marching band and/or percussion ensemble.

In addition to leading ensembles, candidates are expected to teach general education music courses that align with the candidate's strengths.

Potential courses include History of Rock and Roll, Popular Music History, History of Jazz, Rudiments of Music, and Intro to Western Music. Candidates who can teach general education courses in the humanities are encouraged to apply. In total, this position will carry a teaching load of 24 credits in the fall and spring semesters (12 credits per semester).

This position is renewable annually based on performance. Successful candidates can, after five years, seek promotion and longer contracts based on university and college standards for non-tenure line faculty.

Job Duties

• Teach general education courses in music.

• Direct instrumental ensembles.

• Teach humanities courses as needed.

• Recruit students for instrumental ensembles.

• Collaborate with music faculty to plan, market, and execute music programming.

• Oversee musical instruments and equipment.

• Collaborate with music partners on campus (athletics, administration) and community music partners for special events as appropriate.

• Maintain creative and scholarly activities appropriate to the position for career progression.

• Contribute to school, college and university service as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of a master's degree in music or a closely related field to be hired as a Lecturer.

• To be hired at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, the candidate must provide proof of a terminal degree by July of 2026.

A candidate with a master's degree will be hired at the rank of Lecturer.

• Experience with ensemble direction.

• Experience in teaching general education courses in music.

• Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment.

• Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment.

• Ability to teach and lead a globally representative student community.

Preferred Qualifications

• A terminal degree (e.g. Ph.D., Doctor of Musical Arts, or a Master of Fine Arts) in music or a closely related field

• Ability to arrange and compose music for instrumental performance.

• Proven track record of recruitment and ensemble building, preferably for non-majors.

• Ability to teach humanities courses in the arts in addition to music courses.

Application

To be considered, candidates must apply electronically on the Penn State employment site and submit the following:

• A cover letter of application detailing relevant qualifications for this opening.

• A current curriculum vitae.

• A statement of teaching philosophy.

• Names, titles, and contact information (email address and phone) for three professional references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

Penn State Harrisburg is the largest of the university's commonwealth campuses and is an integral part of the Pennsylvania State University. Penn State Harrisburg's expanding and multicultural campus is located in Middletown, PA, and is a student-centered campus of nearly 5,000 students. Our students receive a world-class education delivered in a small campus setting.

For more information about the campus, visit http://www.harrisburg.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/benefits

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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