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Assistant Professor of Music Synthesis and Performance Technology - 002038
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Position Number: 4857512
Location: Cullowhee, NC
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Music

Assistant Professor of Music Synthesis and Performance Technology - 002038

Western Carolina University

Department: School of Music

About WCU: Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes Best Employers lists each year. Including: 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries. 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries. 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes Americas Best Employers by State list. Western Carolina University is the UNC systems westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary: The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

The Western Carolina University School of Music seeks a full time, 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Music Synthesis and Performance Technology beginning August 2024. Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials.
In addition to a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a Music Minor, the School of Music offers a Bachelor of Music with concentrations in Performance, Music Education, and Commercial Music and Audio Production (CMAP). Our CMAP program combines traditional studies in music production and performance with specialized instruction in commercial, jazz instrumental, and vocal performance, performance technology, music industry studies, live sound, recording arts, music for film/gaming/video, and songwriting/producing.
The ideal candidate will be skilled in linear and non-linear MIDI sequencing, synthesis and sound design, music notation, audio recording and editing, and music production.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

Private studio instruction in applied music technology sound design and performance using hardware synthesizers, MIDI controllers and music creation software.
Teach classes in music technology and recording arts to majors in Commercial Music and Audio Production, including MIDI sequencing, synthesis, music notation, audio recording and editing, and music production.
The successful candidate will be expected to recruit for their studio, engage in professional scholarly activity, contribute to the growth and development of the School of Music, serve on committees at various levels, and participate in a variety of departmental activities along with other areas of service.
This person will also serve as the director of the Music Technology Ensemble, assist in maintaining School of Music Apple computers, electronic musical instruments, and other hardware and software, including software updates and oversight of repairs.
Other duties may be assigned that meet the needs of the department and the skills and interests of the candidate, including Liberal Studies courses.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this position:

Minimum Qualifications: Master of Music, Master of Fine Arts, or Master of Science in a field represented within the Commercial Music and Audio Production program and college-level teaching experience (applied lessons and/or classroom).

Preferred Qualifications: DMA or PhD in a field represented within the Commercial Music and Audio Production program, university teaching experience (applied lessons and/or classroom), and evidence of a developing portfolio of scholarship. Experience in developing music for gaming, other computer music experience, as well as knowledge of ambisonic and other surround formats are also a plus.

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants: Review of applications will begin on January 19, 2024, and will continue until the position has been filled.Complete an online application and upload the following attachments: Letter of application that addresses the applicants vision for a Music Synthesis and Performance Technology program within a school of music at a regional comprehensive university and highlights the applicants qualifications for the responsibilities indicated in the position summary. Curriculum vitae with courses taught. Names and contact information for a minimum of three current professional references familiar with the applicants qualifications and experience. Unofficial transcripts from highest degree earned Additional materials may be requested at a later date including recordings/videos, a teaching statement, professional website, and syllabi of courses taught.For more information, please contact, Andrew Adams, Associate Dean, College of Fine and Performing Arts at aadams@wcu.edu

AA/EOE
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

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To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/27181