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Job Offer: Lecturer:University of North CarolinaJob description:LecturerBookmark this Posting | Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.UNC Charlotte, the second largest of the sixteen institutions within the University of North Carolina system and the largest university in a vibrant metropolitan area of 2.5 million people, offers broad educational opportunities to over 31,000 students, 41% of whom come from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds. The Department of Music is a dynamic community of nationally recognized artists, scholars, and pedagogues who celebrate diversity as an essential characteristic of healthy, productive, and prosperous lives as musical advocates and professionals.Applications must be completed online at https://jobs.charlotte.edu (Position #003331) which will include uploading the following: 1. A letter of interest describing the candidate's background and education, approach to teaching general education classes, practices facilitating culturally competent classroom pedagogy, and what assets you bring to serving a diverse student population at an urban research campus. 2. A curriculum vitae. 3. A link to a video, 5-10 minutes in length, in which the candidate teaches a lesson on any General Education topic in music at the undergraduate level. The recording can be of a lesson from a recent synchronous or asynchronous class, or of an asynchronous lesson recorded specifically for this application. 4. The contact information for five professional references. Letters of recommendation and transcripts will be requested from candidates advancing into the later stages of the review process. The review of applications will begin February 5, 2024, and will remain open until appropriate candidates are identified. Any questions or individuals with disabilities desiring accommodation in the application process should be referred to Lisa Newman. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an AA/EOE and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. We celebrate diversity that includes, but is not limited to capability/discapability, age, culture, ethnicity, gender, language, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status. UNC Charlotte encourages applications from all underrepresented groups. All finalists are subject to criminal background checks. Position InformationGeneral InformationPosition Number 003331 Working Title Lecturer Classification Title 9-Mo Non-Tenure Track Faculty College Col of Arts & Architecture (Col) Department Department of Music Position Designation Faculty Employment Type Permanent - Full-time Months per year 9 Primary Purpose of Department The UNC Charlotte Department of Music is a community of nationally recognized artists, scholars, and pedagogues who are committed to preparing students of diverse backgrounds and interests for healthy, productive, and prosperous lives as musical advocates and professionals. We leverage our location within both a major research university and a vibrant cultural metropolis to provide intellectual and artistic leadership abilities through excellence in teaching, scholarly and creative activity, and service. Vacancy Open to All Candidates Description of Work The University of North Carolina at Charlotte recognizes the differentiation of mission, goals, and objectives inherent in the diversity of disciplines represented by its colleges and departments. Thus, the Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions for Non-Tenure Track Faculty should be interpreted in the context of the related departmental and collegiate teaching goals. Teaching - Faculty responsibilities and essential functions with respect to teaching may include but are not limited to: subject matter competence, course design, course presentation, and grading student work. Essential tasks and Responsibilities The primary responsibility is to teach large sections of a liberal studies course titled ?The Arts in Society: Music,? in which students survey the position of music in selected cultures from around the world. Students practice a wide variety of ideas and styles and move toward thoughtful, critical, and creative listening, while also gaining a deeper knowledge of the place of music in reflecting, shaping and critiquing society. The specific subject matter of this course varies, depending on the instructor's interest and background. Additional tasks may be assigned commensurate with the candidate's skills and the department's curricular needs. Minimum practice/Education UNC Charlotte gives primary consideration to the earned masters and/or terminal degree in the teaching discipline or a related discipline. Preferred Education, Skills and practice Candidates must hold a master's degree in music. Previous success in teaching at the collegiate level, specifically in working with large groups of students, is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching a multicultural population of first-generation college students, within the context of an urban research university. candidates whose teaching incorporates a global perspective and a commitment to diversity in higher education are particularly encouraged to apply. Necessary Licenses/Certifications Special Notes to candidates UNC Charlotte, the second largest of the sixteen institutions within the University of North Carolina system and the largest university in a vibrant metropolitan area of 2.5 million people, offers broad educational opportunities to over 31,000 students, 41% of whom come from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds. The Department of Music is a dynamic community of nationally recognized artists, scholars, and pedagogues who celebrate diversity as an essential characteristic of healthy, productive, and prosperous lives as musical advocates and professionals. Applications must be completed online at https://jobs.charlotte.edu (Position #003331) which will include uploading the following: 1. A letter of interest describing the candidate's background and education, approach to teaching general education classes, practices facilitating culturally competent classroom pedagogy, and what assets you bring to serving a diverse student population at an urban research campus. 2. A curriculum vitae. 3. A link to a video, 5-10 minutes in length, in which the candidate teaches a lesson on any General Education topic in music at the undergraduate level. The recording can be of a lesson from a recent synchronous or asynchronous class, or of an asynchronous lesson recorded specifically for this application. 4. The contact information for five professional references. Letters of recommendation and transcripts will be requested from candidates advancing into the later stages of the review process. The review of applications will begin February 5, 2024, and will remain open until appropriate candidates are identified. Any questions or individuals with disabilities desiring accommodation in the application process should be referred to Lisa Newman. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an AA/EOE and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. We celebrate diversity that includes, but is not limited to capability/discapability, age, culture, ethnicity, gender, language, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status. UNC Charlotte encourages applications from all underrepresented groups. All finalists are subject to criminal background checks. Job Open Date 01/02/2024 Job Close Date 01/15/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Date Review of Applications will Begin 01/15/2024 Proposed Hire Date 08/15/2024 If time-limited, please indicate appointment end date Contact Information Contact Lisa Newman (lnewman@charlotte.edu) with any questions concerning applications for this position. Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» How did you hear about this employment opportunity? » UNC Charlotte Website » HERC Job Board » Inside Higher Education » Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork) » Another Website » Agency Referral » Advertisement/Publication » Personal Referral » Other » Where did you lgain about this posting? (Open Ended Question) Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume / Curriculum Vitae » Cover Letter / Letter of Interest » Other Document » Contact Information for ReferencesOptional Documents » Statement of Research, Teaching & leadership abilities Skills:
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