What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Practice in Cello position at University of the Pacific?
Posting Details
Position Information
Title Assistant Professor of Practice in Cello Campus Stockton Department Conservatory of Music Posting Number F01005 Full or Part Time Part Time Open Date 08/04/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Days Per Week Weeks Per Year
Position Description
Primary Purpose And Essential Functions
The Conservatory of Music at the University of the Pacific announces a part-time, non-tenure-track appointment for an Assistant Professor of Practice in cello. We seek a dynamic and innovative teacher/performer whose background, professional performing accomplishments, and pedagogy will attract and retain students to the wide variety of program offerings at Pacific’s Conservatory. Excellent applied lesson teaching is the primary responsibility. Pacific invites candidates interested in growing cello enrollments sufficient to sustain a future full-time level appointment.
Non-tenure-track faculty members collaborate to fulfill the University’s mission to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and prepare individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities.
Part-time faculty are appointed as needed by each unit and considered as less than full-time annual appointment as specified by each unit. Part-time is determined by the unit based on a comparison to year-long appointments. Time of service on a part-time appointment may not accrue to time for appointment with tenure.
Minimum Qualifications
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent sitting and computer use. Occasional walking, standing, bending, kneeling and use of the phone. Occasional lifting up to twenty-five (25) lbs.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel
Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment with the use of computers and phone. Work performed during standard business hours between 8 AM and 5 PM. Occasional overtime required to meet critical business deadlines. May require some nights and weekends.
Hiring Range $78.00 - $83.00 per clock-hour of applied lessons, and $2,376 per credit unit. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational c Special Instructions
Applicant Must Provide The Following
Contact Information Contact Email conservatory@pacific.edu
Reference Letter Information
Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? Yes Minimum Number of References 2 Maximum Number of References 2 Background Check Statement
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
AA/EEO Policy Statement
University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Title Assistant Professor of Practice in Cello Campus Stockton Department Conservatory of Music Posting Number F01005 Full or Part Time Part Time Open Date 08/04/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Days Per Week Weeks Per Year
Position Description
Primary Purpose And Essential Functions
The Conservatory of Music at the University of the Pacific announces a part-time, non-tenure-track appointment for an Assistant Professor of Practice in cello. We seek a dynamic and innovative teacher/performer whose background, professional performing accomplishments, and pedagogy will attract and retain students to the wide variety of program offerings at Pacific’s Conservatory. Excellent applied lesson teaching is the primary responsibility. Pacific invites candidates interested in growing cello enrollments sufficient to sustain a future full-time level appointment.
Non-tenure-track faculty members collaborate to fulfill the University’s mission to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and prepare individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities.
Part-time faculty are appointed as needed by each unit and considered as less than full-time annual appointment as specified by each unit. Part-time is determined by the unit based on a comparison to year-long appointments. Time of service on a part-time appointment may not accrue to time for appointment with tenure.
Minimum Qualifications
- A master’s degree or its equivalent in the field of specialization; a candidate without a master’s degree must have equivalent educational or professional experience in the appropriate area of instructional responsibility.
- Evidence of exemplary teaching experience and of scholarly or artistic achievements.
- Proven evidence of the ability to attract, retain, and inspire diverse students across multiple areas of interest.
- An ability to develop, mentor, and teach forward-thinking and relevant 21st century musicians at a level appropriate to their major.
- Demonstrated ability as a performer and collaborator with faculty colleagues as a chamber musician, soloist, and in other educational settings.
- Demonstrated background in orchestral performance and/or experience in coaching and preparing sections for orchestral experiences.
- Experience in developing multi-faceted and entrepreneurial musical concepts that can be delivered through studio teaching, performance, and/or in class settings.
- Being a part of a highly motivated and invested faculty that puts student learning at the forefront of the university’s mission.
- A demonstrated commitment to inclusion and equity as a foundational strength in music and education.
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Frequent sitting and computer use. Occasional walking, standing, bending, kneeling and use of the phone. Occasional lifting up to twenty-five (25) lbs.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel
Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment with the use of computers and phone. Work performed during standard business hours between 8 AM and 5 PM. Occasional overtime required to meet critical business deadlines. May require some nights and weekends.
Hiring Range $78.00 - $83.00 per clock-hour of applied lessons, and $2,376 per credit unit. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational c Special Instructions
Applicant Must Provide The Following
- Cover letter.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Links to videos, ideally in teaching and performance settings.
- Statement of teaching philosophy.
- Three letters of reference which include statements supporting the candidate’s fit for the position.
- Contact information for two additional references whom may be contacted by the search committee.
Contact Information Contact Email conservatory@pacific.edu
Reference Letter Information
Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? Yes Minimum Number of References 2 Maximum Number of References 2 Background Check Statement
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
AA/EEO Policy Statement
University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Master’s degree or its equivalent in the field of specialization? (A candidate without a Master’s degree must have equivalent educational or professional experience in the appropriate area of instructional responsibility.)
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Teaching Philosophy
- Other Document
- Faculty Letter of Reference 1
- Faculty Letter of Reference 2
- Faculty Letter of Reference 3
- Other Document 2
- Other Document 3
- Other Document 4
Salary : $78 - $83
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