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Stephen F. Austin State University VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Sound Recording Technology in Nacogdoches, Texas
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Required Application Materials:
Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Name and contact information for three references (List of References)
Online link to a music and audio engineering demo reel or creative accomplishments in music technology (Other Document 1)
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Position Information
Job Title VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Sound Recording Technology
Classification Title
Rank Assistant Professor
Tenure Information Non-Tenure Track
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Job Description
This is a full-time, nine-month or semester faculty appointment depending on the circumstances. Responsible for contributing significantly to Stephen F. Austin State University’s undergraduate and/or graduate programs through teaching, scholarship/creative accomplishment, and service. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.
Essential Job Functions
Performs an equivalent of twenty-four teaching load credits ( TLC ) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.
Engages in research/scholarly/creative and service activities at levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmental tenure/merit criteria.
Provides services to the university and the profession.
May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, advising, and thesis/dissertation supervision.
Non-Essential Job Functions
May receive course load reassignment when assigned administrative duties in support of the department/college/university.
May receive course load reassignment when assigned to prepare course material during the first semester/year when included as part of initial contract.
May receive course load reassignment when approved to conduct research/scholarly/creative accomplishment and service which exceed normal expectations.
May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.
May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Extensive knowledge in the field in which the individual will be teaching.
Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.
Ability and commitment to conduct research and/or scholarly/creative accomplishments and service.
Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift 25 lbs from floor to head height.
Ability to bend down and/or kneel to run cables, maneuver behind recording consoles, racks, and other tight spaces.
Required Education
Terminal degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required. ABD candidates may be considered if Ph.D. is earned prior to start date.
Required Experience and Training
The rank of Assistant Professor is held by an individual who demonstrates the capability to produce research/scholarly/creative accomplishments, teach effectively, and provide service to the academic and general communities. The visiting assistant professor may hold the rank of assistant professor at another institution.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Conditions for Eligibility
This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.
Other Specifications
Stephen F. Austin State University’s School of Music offers both undergraduate (B.M.) and graduate (M.M.) degrees with concentrations in Sound Recording Technology ( SRT ) and a B.A. in Music Industry Studies. The undergraduate program began in 2010 and has since grown to become a highly sought-after area of study. Students participate in small, hands-on classes in our studio facilities and learn to command a variety of technologies used in the creation and production of recorded music. The program is music centric; it is not strictly an audio engineering program. All SRT majors are music majors who take core music courses in music theory, history, class piano, applied instrument/voice lessons, and ensemble participation in addition to their course work in the SRT concentration. All majors must also participate in a music industry internship and complete a capstone album.
The School of Music, one of three schools within the Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts (Music, Art, and Theater/Dance), has approximately 450 majors and offers degrees in music performance, education, SRT , and music industry. The university recently completed a major fine arts expansion, including the development of a world-class recording arts facility among other facility additions. The SRT area features two remarkable recording studios, an impressive microphone collection with many legendary models, a dedicated mixing room with a variety of top-shelf monitors and mixing equipment, a green room, and a classroom/lab with 12 stations and a JBL Master Series Dolby Atmos-enabled sound system, plus a dedicated isolation chamber.
Studio A is outfitted with a wide assortment of revered outboard processing equipment, a large main live room, three isolation chambers (including a drum room), a 64-channel Rupert Neve 5088 console, and ATC SCM -200 mains at the heart of the control room—our predominantly analog studio. Studio B, with a digital flair, features a 64-fader SSL System-T, specifically designed for immersive audio work. The control room is equipped with a collection of iconic preamplifiers and dynamic processors along with a 7.1.4 Focal immersive audio system. Studio B also has a medium-sized live room with a dedicated isolation chamber.
For this full-time, nine-month appointment, the visiting assistant professor will be expected to teach courses in the following areas: music production, song writing, multimedia sound techniques, and possibly more based on the individual’s qualifications.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Music or Audio Engineering
Demonstrated industry experience
Verifiable record of achievement in music, audio engineering, and/or music technology
Digital Audio Workstation proficiency
Accomplished musician
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Audio Engineering, Sound Recording Technology, Music Technology, Commercial Music, or Music Production
Demonstrated professional/industry experience
Accomplished performer/studio musician in commercial music voice, guitar, bass, keyboard, and/or drum set
College or university teaching experience in music technology, music production, and/or
audio engineering
Pro Tools, Logic Pro X and/or Ableton Live proficiency
Live sound reinforcement experience
Required Background Check Yes
Salary Information Hiring Salary - $65,000
Benefit and Retirement Eligibility
This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F2024-026
Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 09/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date 07/03/2024
Review Start Date
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Required Application Materials:
Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Name and contact information for three references (List of References)
Online link to a music and audio engineering demo reel or creative accomplishments in music technology (Other Document 1)
Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11760
Contact Information
Department Music
Contact Name James Adams
Contact Phone (936) 468-4435
Contact Email adamsjf@sfasu.edu
Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have specific questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Which of the following best represents your education background?
Completed High School Diploma or GED
Completed some college
Completed Associates Degree
Completed Bachelor's Degree
Completed Master's Degree
Completed Doctoral Degree or ABD
- What is your academic major/minor?
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
List of References
Other Document 1
Optional Documents
Other Document