Assistant Professor of Music Job at Harris-Stowe State University in Saint Louis

Harris-Stowe State University is a historically Black institution (HBCU) located in the heart of vibrant mid-town St. Louis, Missouri. Harris-Stowe’s beautiful campus is minutes from the renown Gateway Arch, St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis Art and History Museums, Forest Park and other cultural and educational institutions. Harris-Stowe’s diverse faculty and staff provide a wide range of academic programs to one of the most culturally diverse student bodies in the St. Louis region.

Job Summary
Harris-Stowe State University, a teaching and research-oriented institution located in the diverse, vibrant, and culturally rich downtown area of St Louis, Missouri, seeks an Assistant Professor of Music. Qualifications: The Department of Humanities invites applications for the tenure tracked faculty position of Assistant Professor of Music, beginning Fall 2021. The successful candidates must have an earned PhD in Music Education or earned doctorate in music from an accredited university or college, at least two years of college/public school teaching experience, and experience with current classroom instructional technology. Additional Requirements/Responsibilities: The successful candidate must have experience in African-American music, Latin American music, Hip Hop, Jazz and Country. In addition, the candidate must have experience organizing and running concert chorale and university choirs. Candidates must be prepared to teach a variety of music courses, participate in faculty advising, teach day as well as evening classes and participate in other university wide committee assignments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift materials less than ten pounds.

Working Conditions and Environment

• Office space will be provided in the Henry Givens Administration Building with all necessary equipment (computers, printers) to work in a professional environment in a cubicle setting with colleagues to promote collaboration and fellowship.

"Please No Phone Calls"

Due to the large number of applications submitted and the high volume of applicant inquiries we receive regarding the status of applications, we are unable to accept phone calls or walk-in inquiries regarding applicant status. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

EOE Statement

Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and assigned for this position. This is not an exhaustive list, nor is it limited to all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. HSSU management reserves the right to amend and change the responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.