Adjunct/Lecturer, Music

The School of Music at Florida International University offers degree programs in Music Performance, Composition, Education, Business, Technology, as well as general appreciation courses for non-music majors, employing adjunct instructors in each discipline or subject. In addition to the academic courses shared by all programs in the School of Music, each program offers introductory and advanced courses specific to its discipline. Many of these courses are taught by adjunct instructors.

• Please note that this pool is reviewed based on Departmental needs, candidates selected will be contacted via email for interviews.

As a minimum qualification to be considered for any of these positions, the prospective adjunct instructor must hold a master’s degree and/or demonstrated skill and knowledge of the instructional material. In order to teach graduate level courses, anyone holding a master’s degree must demonstrate enough experience and knowledge of the subject to be credentialed by the FIU Graduate School. Preferred qualifications for all subjects would include a doctorate, or terminal degree in the area of instruction.

In some cases, adjunct instructors in Music academics also teach applied lessons, or direct music ensembles. To give instruction in these areas, the adjunct should have the requisite training or degrees in the area of instruction, as well extensive active performance or teaching experience in the subject matter.

Preferred qualifications for all subjects would include a doctorate, or terminal degree in the area of instruction and extensive active performance or teaching experience in the subject matter.

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If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

In order to be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position, be in good performance standing, and have been continuously employed at the University for at least six months.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

• This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.