The Department of Performing Arts in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a term faculty appointment in Audio Technology for Academic Year 2018-2019. Rank will be dependent on experience and stature in the field. The appointment is a 9-month term position and will commence on August 27, 2018. This is primarily a teaching position, so demonstrated experience and excellence in teaching is expected.
An advanced degree in an audio-related field is required (MFA, MA, MM, DMA, or PhD). Candidates with a nonterminal masters and significant industry experience will be considered. Responsibilities include teaching three courses per semester including, but not limited to, graduate and undergraduate courses in music recording and mixing, aural analysis and ear training for audio, studio management, digital audio workstations, and other audio production related topics. All faculty are expected to hold office hours and participate in Department and University activities and service.
Salary is competitive. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For priority consideration, applicants should submit all required materials by July 24, 2018. For the initial submission, please include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and two sample syllabi. Please contact Richard Streeks, Administrative Coordinator, at 202-885-3422, or by email at streeks@american.edu if you have any questions.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities.
American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus. Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check.
American University is required to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). In accordance with the Clery Act, each year American University prepares an Annual Security Report. This report contains campus crime statistics as well as descriptions of Public Safety's services. It is available to all applicants upon request by calling the Department of Public Safety at 202-885-2537 or the Annual Security Report is also available online
