The Music Department at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2008 with primary responsibility for courses in Instrumental Music.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Masters degree in Music
• Evidence of 2 years of university teaching experience; please send teaching evaluations
• Evidence of 2 years of secondary school teaching experience
• Evidence of ability to work with and mentor a diverse student population
• Active membership in relevant professional associations
• Evidence of scholarly potential (conference presentations/performances, publications, grant development)

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• DMA or Ph.D in Music
• Active performer or scholar

Application Procedure:  A completed application will consist of:

• a cover letter that describes the candidate’s teaching and research experience and interests and that addresses the duties and qualifications articulated in the position description; this must include a statement of their teaching philosophy within a multicultural environment with examples of past experiences;
• a curriculum vitae comprised of at least those elements specified on the application form and including the names, titles, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least five individuals who can speak to the candidate’s potential for success in this position;
• three recent (signed and dated within the past two years) letters of reference;
• names, addresses and phone numbers of 2 additional references;
• a completed application form [Adobe Reader 8 or higher required]
• transcript showing highest degree earned from an accredited educational institution.

The position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to completed applications postmarked by October 31, 2007. Early response is encouraged. Please address all nominations, inquiries, requests for application forms, and application materials to:

The University: Cal Poly Pomona is a comprehensive public university that is widely recognized for its polytechnic mission and learn-by-doing philosophy.  One of the 23 campuses of the California State University, it is consistently ranked as one of the best public universities in the West.  Cal Poly Pomona currently enrolls 20,510 students (with approximately 73% representing diverse ethnic groups) and employs approximately 1,289 faculty members.  The University is committed to diversifying its faculty and staff to better serve its multicultural student body, and has made educational equity one of its highest priorities. Through its seven colleges and The Collins School of Hospitality Management, the university offers 62 undergraduate majors and 23 master’s degree programs, in addition to a doctorate in education offered jointly with the University of California, Irvine.  Cal Poly Pomona is noted for its beautiful and historic 1,400-acre campus, once the Arabian horse ranch of cereal magnate W. K. Kellogg.  It is located about 25 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in one of the most dynamic economic and cultural regions in the country.  Additional information is available at the university’s Web site: www.csupomona.edu.

The College: The faculty and staff of the College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences provide an excellent education for students desiring intellectual enrichment and career enhancement in the humanities, social sciences, and performing arts. The College offers introductory and advanced course work in 20 degree and certificate programs. Central to the mission of the College is the General Education program offered to all students enrolled in the University. The College embraces its role in providing courses and curricula in support of multiple and single subject teaching credential students. The University’s mission to provide for the "intellectual, personal, and professional development" of its students, staff, and faculty lies at the heart of the College’s commitment to offer programs that educate the whole person. It is the mission of the faculty to ensure that all graduates have knowledge about, a critical understanding of, and a desire to engage themselves in the political, economic, social, and cultural problems, issues, and opportunities of the local communities, the nation, and the world. Additional information is available at: www.class.csupomona.edu/

The Department: The mission of the Cal Poly Music Department is to encourage all students to realize their highest musical, academic and professional potential. The Music Department offers coursework leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music. We have over 190 majors choosing career paths in music education, music industry studies, music performance, and interdisciplinary studies.

In the Cal Poly tradition of "learn by doing", music majors are given a variety of hands-on experiences through internships in the music industry, field experiences in teaching, and master classes with renowned artists. Our general education classes, such as Introduction to Music, Music Appreciation and World Music, as well as our ensembles are open to all university students, regardless of major.

The department presents over sixty events annually, drawn from faculty/staff artist concerts, guest artists, and department ensemble class concerts.

The faculty of the Music Department believes that the presence of music in a person's life is rewarding, fulfilling, and necessary for a balanced life. We also believe that it has a responsibility to fairly present and represent the complex tapestry of contemporary American musical life. The department aims to present a balanced view of the musical contributions of both genders and the various nationalities and ethnicities of the state's population.  Additional information is available at the department’s website: www.class.csupomona.edu/mu/

Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, age, religion, or veteran status.  Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States.  As required by the Clery Disclosure Act, the university’s annual security report is available at http://dsa.csupomona.edu/police/securityreport.asp.