Adjunct Instructor in Music - Strings (Violin and Viola) Job at Union University

Adjunct Instructor in Music - Strings (Violin and Viola)

Position Title: Adjunct Instructor in Music - Strings (Violin and Viola)

Division: College of Arts & Sciences (DIV)

Department: Music

Location: Jackson

Job Summary: Union University seeks a qualified individual for the position of Adjunct Instructor in Music – Strings (Violin and Viola).

About Union University: Union University is a private, coeducational liberal arts-based university offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. The campus is located in Jackson, Tenn., with additional campuses in Germantown, Hendersonville, and Memphis, Tenn., and enrolls about 2,700 students. Union University stands as a national leader among colleges and universities in promoting a Christian worldview and a Christ-centered approach to education.

Responsibilities:

• Teach applied violin and viola, ensemble coaching, string techniques, and string pedagogy.
• Courses include:
  MUS 150 Applied Lessons Freshman (Violin and Viola)
  MUS 250 Applied Lessons Sophomore (Violin and Viola)
  MUS 350 Applied Lessons Junior (Violin and Viola)
  MUS 450 Applied Lessons Senior (Violin and Viola)
  MUS 155, 255, 355, 455 String Chamber Ensemble
  MUS 237 Strings Methods
  MUS 375 String Pedagogy
• Provide direction and supervision for student chamber groups as assigned.
• Perform in Faculty and University ensembles as directed.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master of Music degree in Violin or Viola Performance, String Pedagogy, or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a team leadership setting and strong collaborative skills.
• Ability to teach Music Theory and Aural Skills courses.
• Prior experience teaching undergraduate level group and private strings.
• Ability to perform in various music styles, including classical, popular, rock, jazz, blues, country, bluegrass, or fiddle techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to applicants with a Ph.D. or D.M.A. in Violin or Viola performance, String Pedagogy, or equivalent.
• Extensive solo, symphonic, and/or chamber music performance experience and teaching experience at the college level and/or the commercial industry.

Christian Commitment: Successful candidates must be professing Christians who are active members of a local church, enthusiastically support Union University’s Identity, Mission, and Core Values.

Physical Requirements: The work performed by this position is of a general office/administrative/teaching nature. It requires the ability to operate a computer, communicate on the telephone, and in writing. Work performed requires some walking on campus, extended periods of sitting, and some daily instances of bending, stooping, and carrying items up to 25 pounds.

Posting Number: F090P

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Documents to Apply

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Letter of Recommendation (1)
• Media File
• Portfolio
• Other (1)

Supplemental Questions

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