Professor of Practice in Music (1-year)

Company Description:

Founded in 1919, AUC moved to a new 270-acre state-of-the-art campus in New Cairo in 2008. The University also operates in its historic downtown facilities, offering cultural events, graduate classes, and continuing education. Student housing is available in New Cairo. Among the premier universities in the region, AUC is Middle States accredited; its Engineering programs are accredited by ABET, its Chemistry program is accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry, and the School of Business is accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. The AUC Libraries contain the largest English-language research collection in the region and are an active and integral part of the University's pursuit of excellence in all academic and scholarly programs. AUC is an English-medium institution. Faculty salary and rank are based on qualifications and professional experience. According to AUC policies and procedures, faculty are entitled to generous benefits.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will have experience with conducting choir, orchestra, and is expected to have some skills as an instrumentalist as well. The candidate would also be comfortable running an ensemble to help facilitate. Furthermore, a strong understanding of music theory is expected in order to teaching the music courses for the students.

Requirements:

Applicants should have a terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in performance on an instrument, conducting or the equivalent experience.

Application Instructions:

All applicants must submit the following documents online:
a) A current C.V;
b) A letter of interest;
c) A statement of teaching philosophy;
d) A completed Personnel Information Form.
e) Please ask at least three referees familiar with your teaching/professional background to send reference letters directly to arts@aucegypt.edu

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