[AMS-announce] JOB: Instructor/Assistant Professor in Audio Technology (Temporary), American University

[Announcements for the AMS]

AMERICAN UNIVERSITY - COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT OF PERFORMING ARTS 
Instructor/Assistant Professor in Audio Technology (Temporary) 

The Department of Performing Arts in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University seeks a full-time, one-year, temporary faculty member at the rank of either Instructor or Assistant Professor in Audio Technology for the 2009-10 academic year. The position may be renewed pending budgetary approval.  

While applicants with any specialty in Audio Technology will be considered, applicants should have the ability to teach courses in live acoustic recording and sound (course could include but will not be necessarily limited to: Sound Studio Techniques 1 & 2, Mixing and Mastering, Digital Audio Workstations 1 & 2, Studio Management, Live sound Reinforcement, and possibly Business of the Audio Industry or other classes within the applicant’s area of expertise). Responsibilities will include undergraduate courses in Audio Technology, student advising and mentoring, and participating in department service activities. A Bachelor’s degree in audio technology, music, or physics with significant professional experience and accomplishment will be considered; a graduate degree in audio technology, music, or physics is preferred.  

To apply, please submit a letter of application and curriculum vitae, along with three letters of recommendation sent from individuals who are able to comment on the applicant's qualifications.  

Please send to:

Daniel Abraham, Search Committee Chair
Department of Performing Arts/Katzen Arts Ctr
American University
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016-8053 

Or you may e-mail application materials to streeks at american.edu 

Review of applications will begin on June 1, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. American University is seeking highly dedicated teachers and scholars who are deeply committed to interdisciplinary learning, the application of new technologies in teaching and scholarship, and to the preparation of students for life in a diverse and rapidly changing global society. American University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.  For additional information, please visit the American University Employment web-site: http://american.edu/hr/faculty-openings.cfm