Pro Tempore Instructor of Music, Academic - Open Pool

references. Screening of applications will occur as positions become available and continue until positions are filled. This pool will remain active through December 31, 2026. Department Summary The Department of Academic Music is housed within the School of Music and Dance (SOMD). The school has an enrollment of more than 800 music and dance majors and minors, a faculty and staff of 85, and approximately 70 graduate employees. A wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are offered, from the baccalaureate through the doctorate, including programs in dance, music performance, collaborative piano, music education, composition, theory, musicology, jazz studies, piano and string pedagogy, conducting, music technology, and music with a liberal arts emphasis. The school is known for being the only comprehensive school of music and dance in the state of Oregon. It is also home to the internationally recognized Oregon Bach Festival and ChamberMusic@Beall performance series. SOMD hosts a World Music Series, Music Today, Musicking Conference, Summer Camp for Computer Music, and Jazz Camps. The comprehensive nature of the school's curriculum, program, and outreach is supported by a commitment to diversity in the recruitment of students, faculty, and staff. Position Summary The School of Music and Dance invites applications for Pro Tem Instructor positions in academic music. The pool is for part-time, temporary, limited-duration teaching appointments not to exceed one year, but with the possibility of renewal for up to three years. Potential areas of expertise may include academic courses in general music history and literature including world music; music appreciation; film, jazz, rock, and popular music; music theory and musicianship courses including aural skills and keyboard skills; undergraduate music composition; music technology including data-driven instruments and audio production; and general music education courses including early childhood and elementary music education courses, and practicum field experience supervision. Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis. Screening of applications will take place as positions become available and continue until positions are filled. Minimum Requirements • Master's degree in music or related field. Significant professional experience can substitute for a degree. • University-level teaching experience. Professional Competencies • Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds. Preferred Qualifications All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check. The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website . The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112. UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here . In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online . To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536177 je-3b0ed78afa69443bb31caec8c599ed92