Lecturer of Music Technology

Lecturer of Music Technology (Augusta Campus)

The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking applicants for a non-tenure track Lecturer ofMusic Technologyand Recording Studio Manager. This academic year appointment will start in the fall 2026 semester. The successful candidate will teach courses in the field of Music Technology and other music courses where needed. This is a 9-month contract with credit release each semester for managing the recording and sonic arts studio on the Augusta campus.

As a full-time faculty member you will be expected to:

• PreparecoursesyllabidevelopcoursesonlineinBrightspaceandcreateassessmentsoflearning
• Offercoursesinavarietyofdifferentmodalities including in-personliveonline/distance synchronous as well as asynchronous
• SupportstudentsintheirlearningandconnectthemtoUMAresourcesasneeded
• Advisestudentsinthemajor
• Teach 6-9 credits eachsemester withopportunities toteach additional classes in the summer and manage the UMA Recording Studio.
• Participateinprogram meetingsUMAcommitteescommunity serviceandcollaborate withpeers across the University of Maine System (UMS)

UMA faculty are expected to be excellent teachers responsive to changing professional needs committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning committed to effective use of technology including distance learning involved in scholarly activities as appropriate to the appointment and to provide service to the community college and university.

Recording Studio Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage the scheduling of the recording and sonic arts studios for UMA Students and Faculty
• Maintain the hardware and software in the recording and sonic arts studios
• Maintain the tech room (materials organization etc).
• Oversee any student workers that will be supporting the studios
• Support department tech fee requests for equipment
• Communicate to the music coordinator equipment and software needs
• Coordinate the set-up and tear down of studios for UMA in house use
• Potential for summer management

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Music Music Technology or a related field
• University teaching experience as the Instructor of Record
• Experience with online teaching or learning
• Experience in working with recording studio hardware and software

Preferred Qualifications:

• Commitment to UMAs mission in undergraduate education and teaching non-traditional students and transforming the lives of students
• Experience teaching first-generation justice-impacted and/or early college students
• Ability to teach introductory upper level and elective courses in Music Technology and other Music Courses where necessary

Salary:Salary is commensurate with qualifications and previous experience in accordance with the AFUM contract. The normal starting salary is low to mid 50s.

Benefits:UMA offers awide range of benefits including tuition benefits for employees and dependents comprehensive insurance coverage including medical dental and vision life insurance short-term and long-term disability as well as retirement plan options. The University of Maine System is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of Americas Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs

Application Requirements:

• A cover letter that fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications
• A resume/curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three professional references

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered.

Review of applications will start on February 12 2026.Materials received after February 12 2026 will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

About the University

UMAtransforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education excellence in student support civic engagement and professional and liberal arts programs. UMA is the third-largest public university in addition to its main campus in the states capital UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.

UMA serves a mix of traditional and non-traditional students and offers a wide array of liberal arts and professional programs leading to certificates and associate and baccalaureate degrees. Programs are delivered on campus online and using a network of University centers and sites across the state and internationally. Classes can be taught through the following modalities: in-person online distance synchronous hyflex and hybrid/blended.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race color religion sex sexual orientation transgender status gender gender identity or expression ethnicity national origin citizenship status familial status ancestry age disability physical or mental genetic information or veterans or military status in employment education and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity 5713 Chadbourne Hall Room 412 University of Maine Orono ME 04469-5713 . TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

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