"Adjunct Faculty, Musical Studies"

Posting Details

Job ID: 47733

College/School: Chicago, IL - School of Music

Position Description:

The Musical Studies Department at The School of Music at DePaul University invites applications for adjunct faculty teaching positions (part-time) in all musical studies-related areas, including the following: musicianship (music appreciation, aural training, music theory), music education, sound recording technology, and performing arts management.

Qualifications:

• For courses in Music Education, a Master of Music Education is required.
• For all other teaching positions, a Master of Music or equivalent experience in the subject area to be taught is required.

Application Instructions:

A complete online application must be submitted into our application portal in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials:

• The Part-time application
• A letter of interest or cover letter outlining your areas of expertise and courses of teaching interest
• Your Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• The Diverse Learning Environment Experience document

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Adjunct teaching opportunities are available throughout the academic year. Applicants with expertise that matches course scheduling needs will be contacted for an interview. Academic course schedules fluctuate from quarter to quarter and the department will work with selected individuals to determine a quarterly schedule. Courses are not guaranteed, but the department does its best to give ample notice about available courses and potential course cancellations.

Considerations: Exceptions to standard rates may apply to courses with unique credit hours, supervision, labs, clinical/practicum courses, coaching, administrative tasks, and courses that are either over-enrolled or under-enrolled.

General Compensation/Benefits Statement: DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers a variety of benefit options for qualified part-time employees. Further information regarding benefits can be found here.

Close Date: Jun 30, 2026

Salary Information: The anticipated hiring rate of this position is between $4,400 and $6,600 per course, commensurate with qualifications and experience.