Part-Time Academic (MUSC 2025.03 Guitar History & Techniques 2) - Winter 2027

Part-Time Academic (MUSC 2025.03 Guitar History & Techniques 2) - Winter 2027

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Part-Time Academic (MUSC 2025.03 Guitar History & Techniques 2) - Winter 2027 Posting Number PTAP3346P Department/Unit Fountain School of Performing Arts Location Job Summary & Key Responsibilities This Part-Time Academic will be fully responsible for the teaching and grading of one section of MUSC 2025.03: Guitar History and Techniques 2, from January 1 to April 30, 2027 (Winter Term 2027). A continuation of MUSC 2024, this class includes an examination of various music styles and performers related to the guitar. Practical guitar instruction will include advanced chord playing, music reading (all six strings) and melody playing. Theory will include theoretical understanding of various music scales and chord theory. The instructor will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the course, including preparing and delivering lectures, marking student assignments, developing course content on Brightspace, and submitting grades. In addition to course time, the instructor is required to hold office hours for student consultations. The instructor is expected to announce the end-of-term student ratings/evaluations of instruction. This position reports to the Director of the Fountain School of Performing Arts. All offers of employment as a Part-Time Academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University. Qualifications/Requirements of Position Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in Music; proven experience in the teaching of guitar – university teaching experience preferred; significant knowledge of guitar history and repertoire; computer literacy.Please apply online, with a copy of your curriculum vitae and a cover letter. Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement

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All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity. If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here. Posting Detail Information Term of appointment January-April 2027 Open Date Close Date 06/01/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21028 Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV) Optional Documents