Tenure Track position, Music Technology, U. Central Missouri

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Nov 18, 2015, 7:50:05 PM11/18/15
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From: Eric Honour er...@erichonour.com



Hello all,

I am pleased to announce that we are hiring a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor to work with me in the music technology area at the University of Central Missouri. Those who are interested can see the job posting and apply here:

https://jobs.ucmo.edu/postings/13378



University of Central Missouri 
Department of Music
VACANCY: MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
RANK: Assistant Professor
APPOINTMENT: August 15, 2016

POSITION
The Department of Music at the University of Central Missouri is pleased to announce a search for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor of music technology. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the music technology sequence and/or other areas in the candidate's field(s) of expertise, in keeping with the department's needs. Assist with the supervision and maintenance of the department’s music technology facilities and equipment. Assist with recruiting for the music technology degree program. Supervise and coordinate students tasked with recording recitals and supporting other departmental technology needs. Participate in the activities of the music technology area as a collaborator, composer, performer, audio engineer/technician, or otherwise, within the candidate's qualifications and interests. Maintain an active career as a music technologist and/or composer leading to the establishment of a national reputation in the field.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
ABD in music technology or related fields (e.g. music composition), or Master’s degree with at least 5 years of professional experience in audio engineering, music technology, or related fields. Experience and interest in working in classical, commercial/popular, and experimental genres of music. Broad experience with audio engineering and production. Experience with live sound reinforcement, including system design as well as operation. Evidence of successful college/university-level teaching. Thorough command of current versions of Pro Tools, Logic, and Finale.


DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS BEYOND THE MINIMUM
Doctoral degree in music technology or related fields (e.g. music composition). Broad experience with electroacoustic composition. Fluency with Max, Ableton Live, and other common music production and electroacoustic composition software applications. Experience integrating live performance with electroacoustic music (e.g. interactive computer music, laptop performance, live coding, live diffusion, motion tracking, new interfaces for musical expression). Experience with sound design, audio for game, and audio for video/film a plus. Experience with collaborating across disciplines a plus. Ability to teach courses in other areas of departmental need a plus.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary is variable, depending upon qualifications and experience.

CLOSING DATE
Screening will begin Jan. 11, 2016, and continue until the position is filled.



ABOUT UCM, THE DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC, AND CENTER FOR MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
The University of Central Missouri’s main campus is located in Warrensburg, MO, a community of approximately 19,000 residents, 50 miles east/southeast of Kansas City. More than 14,000 undergraduate and graduate students are enrolled in more than 150 programs of study. Student life is varied and vibrant, with 200 student organizations, strong intramural and club sports, championship NCAA Division II athletics, 22 Greek organizations, and ample residence halls. The arts are particularly strong, with outstanding theater and art & design departments, complementing the Department of Music.

The Department of Music at UCM offers B.A., B.M. (emphases in Performance, Music Technology, Piano Pedagogy, and Jazz & Commercial Music), B.M.E., and M.A. degrees (emphases in Conducting, History & Literature, Kodaly, Performance, and Piano Pedagogy). The University is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the North Central Association, and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. The department is housed in two buildings and includes a 385-seat recital hall. A 1,300-seat concert hall is located in conjoining Hendricks Hall. The Department of Music is the third-largest in Missouri, and the state’s first All-Steinway School, with twenty-two full-time and seven adjunct faculty, and approximately 280 music majors. See web site at UCMmusic.com.


The Music Technology facilities at UCM support the nationally recognized B.M. in Music Technology degree program. Comprising two recording studios, a computer lab, an electronic composition studio, and extensive live event technology—including a permanently-installed 11.4 Meyer Sound Labs diffusion system in the primary recital hall—UCM’s music technology facilities are comprehensive and able to provide support for a wide variety of projects in music technology. UCM is Missouri's lead institution for applied and professional technology education, providing significant administrative support. The music technology degree program at UCM focuses on audio production and live sound reinforcement, augmented with a wide variety of opportunities for students to explore and take courses in computer music, composition, sound design, live performance of electroacoustic music, jazz & commercial music, and other related topics. See website at http://www.ucmo.edu/music/tech .


TO APPLY 
Candidates must complete an online faculty profile, found at https://jobs.ucmo.edu, and apply to position #998370. Attach to the faculty profile a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts showing degrees completed, and three letters of reference. Please list on the faculty profile the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three additional professional references. Additional supporting materials may be requested at a later time.


Questions regarding the position should be sent to Dr. Eric Honour, Music Technology Search Committee Chair, e-mail: hon...@ucmo.edu. For information about the online application process, contact Human Resources at jo...@ucmo.edu or  (660) 543-4255.


UCM requires that all faculty applicants for this position complete the online faculty profile and submit to the appropriate position for consideration at jobs.ucmo.edu. All documents requested for this position must also be attached to the faculty profile at the time of application. Only completed on-line faculty profiles with attached documents will be accepted for this position.

The University of Central Missouri is an AA/EEO/ADA employer.
revised 4/21/2014


Eric Honour

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Professor of Music 
University of Central Missouri
hon...@ucmo.edu


Eric Honour

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Composer/Saxophonist/Audio Engineer
er...@erichonour.com




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