Adjunct Faculty: Music Therapy 2025 Job at Augsburg University in Minneapolis

• FLSA Status: Exempt (salaried/teaching/stipend)
• Department: Master of Music Therapy
• Type of employment: Casual / on-call

Company Description

Augsburg University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors and 11 graduate degrees to approximately 3,400 students of diverse backgrounds. The trademark of an Augsburg education is its emphasis on direct, personal experience. Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, Augsburg educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.

Among the distinctive features of the university are its deep dedication to civic and community engagement, robust undergraduate research programs, and a strong belief in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies across all programs. The University's commitments to our urban context and the world beyond it are enhanced through the work of four signature centers: the Christensen Center for Vocation, the Center for Global Education and Experience, the Sabo Center for Democracy and Citizenship, and the Strommen Center for Meaningful Work.

As part of Augsburg University's commitment to intentional diversity, 50% of our current student body identifies as Black, Indigenous, and persons of color. The emerging interdisciplinary Department of Critical Race and Ethnicity Studies builds on this foundation to further diversify our academic curriculum and co-curricular programs.

Augsburg's Statement of Commitment to Equity
We believe that education is the key to healthy, meaningful and productive lives for individuals, as well as to the vibrancy of our democracy. Augsburg University is dedicated to achieving an educational experience free from the barriers of poverty, racism, and discrimination so that students can fully realize their unique gifts.

Job Description

The Department of Music at Augsburg University invites applications for an adjunct faculty position to teach undergraduate and/or graduate music therapy courses in 2025. Available courses vary by term. Most undergraduate classes will be in-person whereas most graduate classes are hybrid. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will also be required to offer thesis advising to 5 - 10 students each term.

This search will establish a “pool” of instructors if such openings occur during Spring, Summer, or Fall of 2025. Applicants may be selected from this pool on an as-needed basis throughout the year.

• Subject to the collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284
• $5,500 to $6,550 per course*
• Eligible for 1-1.5% retirement contribution match
• Tuition discount for employees and dependents
• Not eligible for healthcare benefits

*Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate or 3-credit graduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.

Please note that due to employment law and payroll regulations, we can only employ adjunct faculty who reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction applies even to courses taught online.

Qualifications

Candidates should be committed to student engagement and student success with a diverse group of learners.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in music or psychology with at least one of three degrees specifically in music therapy, current CBMT certification, and at least five years of full-time clinical experience in music therapy or its equivalent in part-time work.
• ABD candidates may be considered if they can demonstrate proof that they will have their doctorate by the start day (Fall 2025).
• The prospective candidate must reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin during employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a PhD in music therapy and experience with clinical training supervision.
• Preferred candidates will demonstrate experience and/or potential for innovative pedagogy in preparing students to navigate the 21st-century musical landscape.
• The successful candidate will possess interpersonal and communication skills, and be committed to working in a collegial and collaborative environment.

Additional Information

For full consideration, candidates must submit the following information at the time of application:

• Curriculum vita or Resume
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts

Priority application deadline: Jan. 15, 2025.

Your cover letter should highlight your experience or interest in teaching at the university level, identify your general availability during the day and/or evenings, and indicate whether you are interested in in-person or synchronous online teaching (or either).

Professional references may be requested at a later date.