The School of Music is seeking a tenured, associate or full professor to serve as an Associate Dean to focus on Internationalization and Special Performance Projects beginning June 1, 2023. This role will serve in a 20% administrative capacity during the academic year and have four weeks of summer related activities. This administrative appointment works closely with, and serves at the pleasure of, the Dean. This position receives a $3,000 administrative supplement, 28 days of summer salary and is for an initial 1 year appointment. The position may be renewed based upon comprehensive review, performance and the best interest of the School and University.

40% Teaching - Specific course assignments and locations are assigned at the discretion of the coordinator of your area, in consultation with you. You are expected to have established, posted office hours of at least two hours per week and be available to meet with students by appointment.

20% Research - It is the expectation of your position that you engage in a program of creativity activity/research and share your work with colleagues and/or the public at large, through publication or other activities as detailed in your department or program’s faculty evaluation plan and promotion and tenure policy.

20% Administration

• Contributes to the strategic visioning, development, advocacy, and implementation of Comprehensive Internationalization for the School of Music as described in Jayhawks Rising.
• Serve as the School of Music’s liaison to units across campus working on Comprehensive Internationalization objectives.
• Advise, assist, and coordinate special performance activities in the School of Music as assigned by the Dean, including but not limited to annual Collage and Scholarship Concerts, various outreach and ad hoc ensembles for campus and related performances.
• Other duties as assigned.

20% Service – It is an expectation of your position that you fulfill your share of service duties needed to facilitate the efficient operation of your department or program, and the University, as well as serve in regional, national, and/or international activities of your discipline. Activities that foster effective relationships with alumni and other constituencies may also constitute service.

• Full-time, tenured appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor within the School of Music.
• Show experience of research/creative accomplishments nationally and internationally.
• Experience working on projects or creative activities requiring a high attention of detail and/or reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as demonstrated through application materials, previous work history, interview, student evaluations, and/or references.
• Evidence of collaboration and/or experience in creating inclusive culture and dialog with diverse groups.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with students, faculty, administrators, and outside constituents as demonstrated through work history and interview.

• Strong international network for musical opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to organize large musical events.

This position is open only to University of Kansas faculty only.

Only complete application packages submitted online will be considered. A complete application includes online application form, resume, cover letter, names and contact information for three professional references.

In addition to the materials above, learning about each applicant's contribution and engagement in areas of diversity is an important part of KU's mission. As a result, applicants will be presented the following question at the time of application:

• Describe your experiences working with people from diverse backgrounds and explain how those experiences reflect your commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Review of applications will begin May 10, 2023 and continues until position is filled.

Current academic year salary, plus an administrative supplement and summer salary as determined by the Dean of the School of Music

Wednesday May 10, 2023

Thursday June 1, 2023

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