Position Announcement

POSITION: Assistant Professor of Music/Guitar/Music Theory

QUALIFICATIONS: Terminal degree in music in hand, A.B.D. considered; teaching experience on the college level is preferred.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Within the structure of the Department of Music, School of the Performing Arts, the candidate will:

• Teach private lessons in guitar and courses in guitar and guitar methods
• Teach inside music theory curriculum based on candidate’s qualifications and preparations
• Perform on and off campus on a regular and on-going basis
• Recruit students into the guitar studio
• Establish and accomplish teaching, research, and service goals
• Teach other courses within the curriculum based on candidate’s qualifications

The candidate must show evidence of effective college teaching, excellent public relations skills, the ability to work closely with students, and a commitment to the highest artistic and performance standards.

THE PROGRAM: Offering the B.A., the B.M., and the B.M.E., the School of the Performing Arts is accredited by NASM and boasts a fine faculty, curriculum, facilities, and performance schedule. For more information, visit our web page: http://performingarts.latech.edu.

THE UNIVERSITY: Louisiana Tech is a fully accredited comprehensive institution within the University of Louisiana system, offering graduate and undergraduate courses of study. The School of the Performing Arts is housed within the College of Liberal Arts and works closely with other units within the College.

N.B. By applying for this position, candidates are giving express consent for members of the Screening Committee to contact anyone it believes would be helpful in evaluating applicants. Final offer of employment is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Send letter of application, official transcripts of course work, performance demo c.d., curriculum vitae, and three current letters of reference to:

Director, School of the Performing Arts
Louisiana Tech University
P. O. Box 8608
Ruston, LA 71272
phone: 318-257-2711

Review of applications will begin May 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Louisiana Tech University is an AA/EOE institution; minorities are encouraged to apply.

Louisiana Tech University is committed to the principle of providing the opportunity for learning and development of all qualified citizens without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age disability, marital status, or veteran status for admission to, participation in, or employment in the programs and activities which the University sponsors or operates. Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Individuals with disabilities needing special accommodations concerning accessibility or application materials/procedures should contact the Human Resources Office for assistance. Telephone (318) 257-2235.