Lamar University
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| Posting Number | 202273 |
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| Position Title | Assistant Professor – Saxophone / Jazz Band (Tenure-Track |
| FTE | 1.0 |
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| Salary | Commensurate |
| Job Summary/Basic Function | About This Role: The Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music at Lamar University is seeking a highly qualified candidate for Assistant Professor of Music (Jazz Band Director/Applied Saxophone) beginning August 2024. Candidates with enthusiasm and a vision to work within a growing department are encouraged to apply. In this position, the successful candidate will develop, sustain, and promote Lamar University’s jazz band, the Cardinal Jazz Orchestra, as well as the saxophone studio, with an emphasis on recruitment and retention, as well as mentoring students throughout their degree. They will also coordinate and direct the annual Jimmy Simmons Jazz Festival, an event funded by a significant endowment. The successful candidate will also demonstrate the ability to work effectively with the department’s other instrumental ensembles and will participate in departmental performances and outreach activities, specifically in collaboration with colleagues. Candidates with a background in performing and teaching a variety of musical genres, especially jazz performance and pedagogy, are encouraged to apply. The faculty member in this position will be expected to establish a positive regional, state, and national reputation as a teacher, performer, and director. What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities Teaching responsibilities of the successful candidate will include directing the Lamar University Cardinal Jazz Orchestra (big band) as well as teaching applied saxophone lessons, saxophone studio, chamber music and jazz combo coaching, repertoire and pedagogy, and other instructional activities within the candidate’s areas of expertise, according to the needs of the department. The successful candidate will also coordinate and direct the annual Jimmy Simmons Jazz Festival, an event funded by endowment which involves guest artist(s) and inviting area jazz bands to campus for clinics and evaluation. Additional faculty duties include student recruitment, creative/scholarly activity, and participation in departmental, college and university service. The faculty member in this position will collaborate closely with faculty in facilitating activities within the instrumental areas. The successful candidate will assist the department in maintaining positive relationships with area public schools, junior colleges, and private instructors. Who We Are: Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. Benefits: At Lamar University, one of the ways we show appreciation to our team members is by offering the following perks:
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| EEO Statement |
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer |
| Veteran’s Preference | Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. |
| Security Sensitive Statement | This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. |
| Lamar Expectation of Quality |
Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests. |
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Posting Detail Information
| Open Date | 02/23/2024 |
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| Close Date | 03/26/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | A letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers for at least three professional references are required to complete the online application process. Additionally, please attach a document in the application portal with links to video recordings that demonstrate qualifications for the position. At least one of each of the following video types are required: saxophone performance in jazz style, saxophone performance in classical style (both can be alone or with piano), and example(s) teaching applied saxophone (classical and/or jazz). Applicants also have the option to include video examples of any of the following, if desired: big band performance as director, big band rehearsal as director, jazz combo rehearsal as coach, saxophone solo performance with big band or combo. Please direct any questions about the position to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Brielle Frost, at [email protected] . |
| Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://jobs.lamar.edu/postings/13313 |
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