Department
School of Music-OPSCompensation
$0.00 Annual
General Description/Primary Purpose:
Part-time adjunct faculty position in the School of Music. Adjunct faculty are employed on a semester-by-semester basis, as needed, and are non-tenure-earning.
Position responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Teach assigned course(s) in accordance with the approved syllabus and course schedule
Hold scheduled office hours with frequency and modality as negotiated with department chair.
Working Hours: Part-time
Work Schedule: Varies
Supervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role.
Required Licensure: N/A
Anticipated Start Date: The position is expected to begin on Aug. 3, 2026.
Compensation: Adjunct faculty are paid a minimum of $1000 per credit hour. All exceptions must be approved by the Provost or his/her designee.
Required Qualifications: At a minimum, applicants must have earned a master’s degree in the hiring discipline or closely related field., or a bachelor’s degree in music with evidence of substantial experience and expertise in related field at the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Application Materials Required:
Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents:
Current curriculum vitae
Cover letter
Names, phone numbers, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.
The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.
Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled. Note: Adjunct postings may close at any time without notice.
How to Apply: Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required application documents. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Barbara Cabe at (904) 620-2961 or barbara.cabe@unf.edu
About the Department: The School of Music brings a focused commitment to excellence and the artistic and intellectual preparation of music students. Supporting the UNF Mission of being a hub for talent development, relevant research, and community engagement, the School of Music aims to attract talented students and provide them with a high level of professional musical training that is relevant to musicians pursuing musical careers in the 21st Century. The UNF School of Music faculty, excellent instructors evidenced by their innovative pedagogy, scholarship, and research in their respective fields, serve as artist-teachers working with students in large and small performing ensembles as well as through individual applied instruction. Our comprehensive program is complemented by the Ira M. Koger Eminent Scholar Chair in American Music that provides an additional focus on jazz. The School of Music continues to achieve national and international recognition as a distinguished comprehensive center for the study, creation, and research in music.
The School of Music provides music majors and non-music majors alike the opportunity to develop their knowledge, understanding, and ability in all aspects of music at a level relevant and appropriate to their needs and interests, and to prepare music majors for careers as performers, teachers, composers, arrangers, and professionals in the music industry and its supporting fields. Our students experience transformational learning opportunities through international study abroad programs, interaction with world class guest artists and community-based performance and pedagogical programs. Our mission focuses on delivering outstanding academic and artistic education, equipping students for professional success in music. In showcasing the work of our students and faculty, we aspire to enrich community life and serve as a vital link between the University and the broader community. For more information about the School of Music visit: https://www.unf.edu/coas/music
Required Qualifications
Temporary appointment extended to an expert in a specific field to give instruction in connection with an established program. The appointments are: for one (1) academic term at a time and possess no continuing contractual relationship with the University. May teach undergrad courses with Master's degree in specified discipline. Can be used for temporary (OPS) faculty titles only.
Statement(s) of Understanding
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.
The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator
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