Assistant Professor - Music & Media Technology

Assistant Professor - Music & Media Technology

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Medgar Evers College (MEC), a nationally recognized leader in urban-serving education, is one of twenty-five colleges within the dynamic City University of New York (CUNY) System. Named for the late civil rights leader, Medgar Wiley Evers (1925-1963), the College is a four-year culturally diverse institution in Central Brooklyn. It is rooted in social justice, dedicated to increasing the upward mobility of the students and producing graduates who are civically engaged and prepared to provide leadership to address local and global issues.

The Department of Mass Communications, Creative and Performing Arts, and Speech is one of four departments within the School of Liberal Arts at Medgar Evers College. The Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to teach Music and Media Technology. The successful candidate shall instruct students in various music disciplines, including theory, performance, and composition. The faculty member shall conduct research and contribute to the academic field. Performs teaching, research and guidance duties in area(s) of expertise. Shares responsibility for committee and department assignments including administrative, supervisory, and other functions.

Key responsibilities of this position include:

• Instruct students in music theory, music technology concepts, and software applications.
• Develop and deliver college-level music courses, including introductory and advanced topics.
• Provide individual and group instruction, leading rehearsals, and mentoring students.
• Create, implement and update course syllabi, and assessments aligned with college standards.
• Evaluate student progress and provide feedback through grades, performances, and written assignments. Track student progress.
• Organize and lead ensembles, concerts, and recitals.
• Promote student engagement, encourage student participation, collaboration, and active learning.
• Promote technology integration, Demonstrate proficiency in using digital audio workstations, recording equipment, and other music technology tools.
• Provide mentorship by Advising and supporting students? academic and professional development.
• Research and Scholarly Activities, Engage in research, creative activities, and professional development in the field of music.
• Collaborate and work with faculty, staff, and students to advance the music program.
• Participate in university, college, and departmental service and outreach.
• Professional Development, Keep abreast of advancements in teaching methodologies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. or Ed. D. degree. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and the ability to cooperate with others for the good of the College and The City University of New York (CUNY).

Other Qualifications:

• Background in music performance, and/or artistic administration.
• Extensive knowledge in Choir or Orchestral repertoire.
• Interest in the artistic and educational development of students.