Assistant Professor of Practice in Tuba

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Stockton

3601 Pacific Avenue (Show on map)

Dec 10, 2024

Posting Details

Position Information

Title	Assistant Professor of Practice in Tuba
Campus	Stockton
Department	Conservatory of Music
Posting Number	F00927
Full or Part Time	Part Time
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Days Per Week
Weeks Per Year

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions	The Conservatory of Music at the University of the Pacific announces a part-time, non-tenure-track appointment for an Assistant Professor of Practice in Tuba with the option to lead varied small ensembles and teach in related areas. We seek a dynamic and innovative teacher/performer whose background, professional performing accomplishments, and pedagogy will attract and retain students to the wide variety of program offerings at Pacific's Conservatory. Excellent applied lesson teaching is the primary responsibility. Pacific invites candidates interested in growing tuba enrollments sufficient to sustain a studio of 4-8 tuba and/or euphonium students. Pacific offers music majors access to artist level instruments including two B&S 3198 CC tubas, a Miraphone Belcanto F tuba and two Adams E-3 compensating euphonia. Non-tenure-track faculty members collaborate to fulfill the University's mission to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and prepare individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities. Part-time faculty are appointed as needed by each unit and considered as less than full-time annual appointment as specified by each unit. Part-time is determined by the unit based on a comparison to year-long appointments. Time of service on a part-time appointment may not accrue to time for appointment with tenure. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	A master's degree or its equivalent in the field of specialization; a candidate without a master's degree must have equivalent educational or professional experience in the appropriate area of instructional responsibility, and the recommendation for appointment must contain a statement of this equivalence. Evidence of exemplary college teaching experience and of scholarly or artistic achievements.
Preferred Qualifications	Proven evidence of the ability to attract, retain, and inspire diverse students across multiple areas of interest. An ability to develop, mentor, and teach forward-thinking and relevant 21st century musicians at a level appropriate to their major. Demonstrated ability as a performer and collaborator with faculty colleagues as a chamber musician, soloist, and in other educational settings. Experience in developing multi-faceted and entrepreneurial musical concepts that can be delivered through studio teaching, performance, and/or in class settings. Being a part of a highly motivated and invested faculty that puts student learning at the forefront of the university's mission. A demonstrated commitment to inclusion and equity as a foundational strength in music and education. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent sitting and computer use. Occasional walking, standing, bending, kneeling and use of the phone. Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment with the use of computers and phone. Work performed during standard business hours between 8 AM and 5 PM. Occasional overtime required to meet critical business deadlines. May require some nights and weekends.
Hiring Range	$77-$80 per clock-hour of applied lessons, and $2,300 per credit unit. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational consider
Special Instructions	TO APPLY: Applicant must provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae links to videos of the candidate, ideally in teaching and performance settings, statement of teaching philosophy, three letters of reference which include statements supporting the candidate's fit for the position; and contact information for two additional references whom may be contacted by the search committee. Review of applications starts immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Contact Information
Contact Email	conservatory@pacific.edu

Reference Letter Information

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?	Yes
Minimum Number of References	2
Maximum Number of References
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.