[microsound] teaching opportunity

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I thought a few microsounders might be interested.

I apologize in advance if this is an inappropriate post for this forum.


Assistant or Associate Professor of Audio Art/Music/Interdisciplinary Arts
Tenure-Track

The Department of Interdisciplinary Arts & Performance in the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences at Arizona State University West campus invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the assistant/associate professor rank beginning August 16, 2006.  We seek applicants to teach and develop curriculum and creative/research projects that are based in Audio Art/Media Art/Music.  The position requires service to the university and the successful candidate will be expected to oversee the Department Recording/MIDI Studios and further develop and integrate this facility into the curriculum as well as to engage the local community of artists.

Applicants must have a terminal degree (M.F.A. or Ph.D.) in the arts; a successful record of teaching at college/university level appropriate to rank; professional experience with sound/music/interdisciplinary performance/installation practices, and a demonstrated orientation to creating interdisciplinary work that engages evolving technologies.  Preference will be given to applicants experienced, appropriate to rank, in using digital/electronic and computer-based technologies and related software applications linked to creative activities/research in keeping with 20 th and 21st century experimental traditions.

Deadline: February 15, 2006; if not filled every Wednesday thereafter until the search is closed. Send a letter of application, vitae, one-page statement of teaching philosophy in the arts, documentation of work/support materials, and names/addresses of three references to:  Chair, IAP Search Committee, Arizona State University West Campus, Department of Interdisciplinary Arts & Performance, 4701 W. Thunderbird Road, P.O. Box 37100, Phoenix, AZ  85069-7100.

The Department of Interdisciplinary Arts & Performance is an innovative B. A. program that emphasizes interrelationships among the arts with special emphasis on contemporary work, current technologies, and community-based interdisciplinary arts and performance.  The department also serves as a cultural resource for the campus and surrounding community by providing courses in the arts, performance, residencies, and workshops.

As a new American university, Arizona State University is a force for discovery, turning students into leaders who shape the future.  The West campus of ASU, located in Phoenix, fulfills this mission through interdisciplinary teaching, research and community engagement.  The campus serves more than 7,500 students and offers 31 bachelorâs degree programs, nine masterâs degrees, eight professional certificates and is currently developing its first doctoral degree program.  Please visit our web site at http://www.west.asu.edu/.  ASU is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer in policy and practice.  A background check is required for employment.








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