Adjunct Faculty, Lamont School of Music
- Full-time
Position Summary
The Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver seeks to hire adjunct instructors for the 2025-2026 academic year to teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses. These may include, but are not limited to, studio instruction in multiple music styles, ensemble directing or coaching, and academic courses.
Essential Functions
- Provide instruction in academic classes, ensembles, and/or applied music
- For faculty offering studio instruction, assist in auditioning and recruiting students
- Grading student work which encompasses, as applicable, assignments & exams, juries, and comprehensive assessments related to degree completion
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- For faculty offering studio instruction: ability to recruit students
- Teach and work effectively with diverse populations
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, faculty, and staff
Required Qualification
- Master’s degree in Music or equivalent professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior teaching experience in higher education
- Regional, national, or international reputation in area(s) of expertise
Work Schedule
While the University's administrative offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website (the law school is on a semester system and has a different academic calendar).
Application Deadline
Applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the 2025-2026 academic year. This position will remain open until filled.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Course Rate
The course rate for this position ranges from $$10,000.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
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