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Responsibilities:

A typical teaching load at Mercer University includes 70% teaching 10% creative/research and 20% service activity.

Teaching 70%

• Teach music production courses

  • Teach courses in the music production and music business degree curriculum

  • Work with undergraduate faculty on curriculum changes and modifications as needed

  • Develop and oversee curriculum syllabi content for each music production course

• Serve as director of Mercers Institute for Music Production

  • Work closely with Mercer Music at Capricorn for coordination of classrooms labs workspace and internships

  • Maintain the music production labs and equipment (licenses repair purchasing)

  • Coordinate and supervise the rental of Capricorn studio incubators

• Additional responsibilities may be assigned according to the candidates strengths and the needs of the institution.

Creative/Research 10%

• Maintain a professional music industry profile with attendance at conferences and conventions nationally regionally locally and on campus as the calendar permits.

• Maintain an active research and presentation profile.

Service 20%

• Provide academic advising to music production and music business majors.

• Participate in faculty governance within the School of Music and the University.

• Actively recruit music production students for the School of Music.

• Locate recruit and supervise adjunct instructors in music production as needed

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a masters in music or MBA (with a masters in music preferred) from an accredited college/university along with prior teaching experience and experience in the music production industry.

Additionally candidates:

• Will be an experienced musician and teacher with a commitment to liberal arts education.

• Will have demonstrated commensurate professional experience along with evidence of successful teaching and creative activity/research.

• Will have experience in the latest music industry technology including a working knowledge of DAW (digital audio workstations) Avid Pro Tools and Logic.

• Must show evidence of successful administrative experience.

Appointment

This is a tenure-track appointment. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Selection of the final candidate is contingent upon successful background check.

Candidates who apply by December 1 2025 will receive priority consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

To apply please submit the following materials via the Workday online platform:

1) Current Curriculum Vitae

2) Cover letter

3) Statement of Teaching Philosophy

4) The names and contact information for a minimum of three professional references. (We may request confidential letters of recommendation later. This information will be kept confidential and viewable only by the search committee.)

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About Mercer University

Founded in 1833 Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence leadership development and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia Mercers twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate graduate and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit student-centered environment where innovation service and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercers employees are at the heart of its mission dedicated to advancing innovation supporting student success and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving mentoring and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents) generous retirement contributions tuition waivers paid vacation and sick leave technology discounts schedules that allow for work-life balance and so much more!

At Mercer University a Bear is more than a mascot: its a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If youre seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced then you want to work at Mercer University.